By Fatuma Asha Central Equatoria minister of culture, youth and sports, Bush Bushe has said cultural festivals is a tool for peace and security in the country. This remark comes after accompanying a delegation from the Pojulu cultural festival to meet governor of central Equatoria state Emmanuel Adil Anthony[Read More…]

By Lodu William Odiya The Central Equatoria State Security Committee (CES-SC) has reaffirmed its commitment to heightening vigilance across Central Equatoria. In a statement that was released by the state Press unit, the move is to bolster urban safety in the state. “Governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony who chaired the meeting[Read More…]

 By Fatuma Asha and Lodu William Odiya  Citizens in Yei River state have welcome the establishment of a new University in the county following the recent announcement by the Central Equatoria State governor, Emmanuel Adil Anthony. In an exclusive interview with No. 1 citizen newspaper, Danascovic Cosmas emphasized that the[Read More…]

By Alan Clement A Central Equatoria county commissioner has warned that parallel authority between security coordinators and commissioners risks creating “two governments” at the local level, as state officials called for unity ahead of anticipated elections. The concerns were raised Monday during the swearing-in ceremony of newly appointed state officials[Read More…]

By Chol D. Johnson Central Equatoria State Governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony has directed newly appointed ministers, advisors and commissioners to prioritize service delivery to citizens, outlining four major agendas for the state. Speaking on Monday during the swearing-in ceremony in Juba, Adil emphasized that the new leadership must focus on[Read More…]

By Sabri Dibaco The Governor of Central Equatoria State Emmanuel Adil has urged the state party to consult with each other when making party decisions, emphasizing that inclusive dialogue within parties is essential for unity and stability. Speaking during an expanded party meeting in Juba, Governor Adil called on SPLM[Read More…]

By Alan Clement The government of Central Equatoria State has embarked on a land demarcation exercise in Kapuri’s Hai Salam 4th Class residential area, aiming to restore order and guide development in line with Juba’s expanding urban plan. The initiative seeks not only to resolve long-standing ownership disputes but also[Read More…]

 By Kei Emmanuel Duku In the dust-filled traditional dance camps in Terekeka County of Central Equatoria, the pursuit of love is a high-stakes endurance test where a single slip can cost a man a bull. The Mundari people are preserving an ancient social fabric through the Gelle—a fast-paced traditional dance[Read More…]

By Kei Emmanuel Duku A high-level diplomatic mission has been launched to dismantle years of friction along the volatile frontier between South Sudan and Uganda, marking a major push for stability in Central Equatoria. Governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony officially constituted the task force to amicably resolve long-standing border concerns between[Read More…]

By Chol D. Johnson The Central Equatoria State Governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony has called on the National Youth League chairperson to embark on youth mass mobilization. In a press statement issued on Thursday by the state governor’s press unit, Governor Emmanuel Adil, called on Youth League leadership to embark on[Read More…]

By Alan Clement The Teachers’ Professional Union of Central Equatoria State has accused authorities of illegally selling land for teachers’ quarters to private individuals, warning the move threatens educators’ welfare and undermines education delivery in Juba. According to a statement from the State’s Housing ministry, the Chairman of the union,[Read More…]

 By Alan Clement The Central Equatoria Ministry of Housing, Lands and Public Utilities has launched road opening and formal land allocation in Yaro residential area of Luri Payam, signaling a structured urban expansion drive to curb land disputes and improve service delivery. Speaking during the launch, CES Minister of Housing,[Read More…]

By Lodu Willaim Odiya and Chol D. Johnson The Chairperson of the Central Equatoria State Chamber of Commerce, Robert Pitia, has strongly condemned what he described as interference by Juba County authorities in the affairs of the Chamber. Speaking during a press conference held at the Chamber’s headquarters on Tuesday,[Read More…]

        By Chol D. Johnson  The Governor of Central Equatoria State (CES), Emmanuel Adil Anthony, has commended the Yangwara community for organizing a cultural event, saying culture unites communities across South Sudan. Speaking on Saturday during the opening of the Yangwara Pojulu Tijor Cultural Carnival, 1st Edition, held[Read More…]

By Alan Clement In a move to dispel public confusion, Housing Minister David Morbe Aquilino of Central Equatoria explained that the suspension of land demarcation is intended to streamline planning, not halt all land-related work. In Ministerial Order No. 005/2026, Morbe directed all six counties of Central Equatoria State, Juba[Read More…]

By Chol D. Johnson Central Equatoria State Governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony has announced that his administration will prioritize economic recovery through agriculture, positioning the sector as the backbone of the state’s revitalization strategy. Speaking on Wednesday during the reopening of the State Revitalized Transitional Legislative Assembly (RTLA) in Juba, Governor[Read More…]

By James Innocent At least sixteen people have been killed in Lainya County following separate clashes involving armed cattle herders from Jonglei State and Central Equatoria State. Speaking to the media, the Commissioner of Lainya County, Robert Lasu, reported that in the month of January, Lainya experienced a series of[Read More…]

By James Innocent Yei, South Sudan — The Catholic Bishop of the Diocese of Yei, Rt. Rev. Alex Lodiong Sakor Eyobo, on Saturday joined medical workers, clergy, and community members in celebrating the Feast of St. Josephine Bakhita at St. Bakhita Health Centre in Yei, Central Equatoria State. The Bishop[Read More…]

Kei Emmanuel Duku In a sweeping effort to bolster grassroots governance and restore civic order, the Kajo-Keji County Executive Council has formally ratified a comprehensive set of amended by-laws, signaling a new era of administrative oversight for the region. The measures, approved during a high-level sitting of the Executive Council,[Read More…]

By James Innocent Thousands of cattle have reportedly entered Lainya County in Central Equatoria State once again, triggering renewed concerns among local authorities and residents over crop destruction, displacement, and insecurity. Lainya County Commissioner Robert Lasu John Morris said cattle herders believed to be from the Bor and Mundari communities[Read More…]