By Louis Loku Central Equatoria State Governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony has concluded a 12-day working tour of Lainya, Yei, Morobo counties and Wundura Administrative Area, pledging to address challenges raised by communities while calling for peace and greater participation in the December elections. The governor said the tour, undertaken on[Read More…]
Central Equatoria State
Commissioner calls for transparency, collaboration in water management
By James Innocent The commissioner of Yei River County, Samuel Henry Malimbo, has called for greater transparency, accountability, and cooperation in the management of Yei town’s water facility. The commissioner made the remarks on Tuesday when members of the Yei Town Water Management Committee paid a courtesy visit to his[Read More…]
Greater Yei stakeholders call for action on abductions
By James Innocent Stakeholders from Greater Yei have called for stronger security measures to address growing cases of abduction and insecurity affecting humanitarian workers and civilians across the region. Speaking during a stakeholders’ meeting in Yei, Bishop Emeritus Hillary Adeba said the protection of civilians had failed to adequately guarantee[Read More…]
Returnees in Yei appeal for basic services
By James Innocent Internally displaced persons from Lainya County currently residing in Yei have reported that hundreds of households have returned to Mukaya Payam, where they say the security situation has improved, but access to basic services remains a major concern. One of the displaced residents, Loise Buse, said Mukaya[Read More…]
Yangwara-Pojulu Tjor Community calls for government action on Nyamini land
By Louis Loku The Yangwara-Pojulu Tjor community has renewed its claim over Nyamini land, calling on the Central Equatoria State Government to enforce existing orders and halt what it describes as unlawful demarcation, land allocation, and development activities in the disputed area. The community made the call during a press[Read More…]
Governor Adil calls for prayers for peace in Yei
By James Innocent The Governor of Central Equatoria State, Emmanuel Adil Antony, joined the faithful of the Episcopal Church of South Sudan (ECSS), Diocese of Yei, for Sunday worship during the second Bari service in Yei River County. Governor Adil was accompanied by the Commissioner of Yei River County, Samuel[Read More…]
Morobo Commissioner calls for peace, prioritisation of development
By Sabri Dibaco The Commissioner of Morobo County, Joseph Mawa John, has appealed to the national and Central Equatoria State governments to make the restoration and consolidation of peace a top priority for the people of Morobo and the wider state. Speaking to thousands of residents who gathered at Freedom[Read More…]
Governor Adil inaugurates new Morobo Central Market
By Louis Loku Central Equatoria State Governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony has officially inaugurated the newly constructed Morobo Central Market, a facility aimed at supporting women entrepreneurs and small-scale businesses in Morobo County. The newly inaugurated market is designed to provide women and other small-business operators with an improved and more[Read More…]
Governor Adil inspects ongoing construction of Kanjaro bridge
By Louis Loku The Governor of Central Equatoria State, Emmanuel Adil Anthony, has inspected the ongoing construction of Kanjaro Bridge in Hai Lomuko as part of his development tour of Yei River County. During the inspection, Adil commended the local community and the Commissioner of Yei River County, Samuel Batali,[Read More…]
Vice President lays foundation stone for University of Yei, as leaders call for peace
By James Innocent First Vice President for the Economic Cluster, Dr. James Wani Igga, together with Central Equatoria State authorities, has laid the foundation stone for the University of Yei during his visit to Yei River County. The ceremony brought together state and county officials, religious leaders, traditional authorities, students,[Read More…]
POLITICS: SPLM opens new secretariat in Yei, trains party cadres
By Louis Loku The Central Equatoria State SPLM Chairperson, Cde. Emmanuel Adil Anthony has officially inaugurated a new SPLM County Secretariat office in Yei River County. The governor also concluded a two-day training program for party cadres ahead of the December 2026 general elections. The inauguration and training formed part[Read More…]
Governor Adil warns Wonduruba violence is driving civilians from their homes
By Sabri Dibaco Central Equatoria State Governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony has called on armed opposition commander Gen. John Kenyi Latio, also known as Kenyi Loburon, to end fighting in Wonduruba and embrace peace. The government warned that continued violence is forcing civilians to abandon their homes and keeping children out[Read More…]
PEACE: Governor Adil calls on armed group to cease hostilities
By Sabri Dibaco Central Equatoria State Governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony has called on armed opposition commander Gen. John Kenyi Latio, also known as Kenyi Loburon, to end fighting in Wonduruba and embrace peace. The government warned that continued violence is forcing civilians to abandon their homes and keeping children out[Read More…]
Governor Adil inspects Lainya Hospital, calls for improved healthcare services
By Louis Loku The Governor of Central Equatoria State, Emmanuel Adil Anthony, has inspected Lainya Hospital to assess its condition and the challenges affecting healthcare delivery in the county. During the visit, Governor Adil called for the renovation and expansion of the hospital, improved medical services, and better working conditions[Read More…]
Governor Adil welcomes Al Wasit mining investment initiative
By Louis Loku Central Equatoria State Governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony has welcomed an investment proposal by Al Wasit Mining Company, describing it as a significant step toward unlocking the state’s mineral wealth and promoting sustainable economic growth. Speaking during a courtesy meeting with representatives of Al Wasit Mining Company on[Read More…]
Governor Adil denies blocking NPM political rally in Lainya
By Louis Loku Central Equatoria State has dismissed allegations by the National Patriotic Movement (NPM) that Governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony ordered the blockage of the party’s planned political rally in Lainya County. In a press statement issued on Sunday, the Governor’s Office described the accusations as “unfair and misleading,” saying[Read More…]
Community in Yei pay final tribute to plane crash victim late Vivian Nandege
By James Innocent Catholic clergy, civil society leaders, community members, and family gathered in Yei River County to pay their final respects to the late Vivian Nandege. Late Vivian was one of the 14 victims who died in the Luri plane crash involving a CityLink Aviation aircraft. Leading the memorial[Read More…]
Governor Adil urges Mundari youth to champion peace and prepare for elections
By Louis Loku Central Equatoria State Governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony has called on Mundari youth from cattle camps to promote peace, unity, and responsible citizenship, urging them to reject violence and play a constructive role in their communities. The governor made the remarks when a delegation of Mundari cattle camp[Read More…]
Minister Bush highlights 100-day achievements, and challenges
By Lodu William Odiya The Central Equatoria State Minister of Culture, Youth and Sports, Bush Buse, has called for increased support and cooperation from stakeholders, citing funding constraints. He expressed inadequate funding and the ongoing liquidity crisis as major obstacles to the ministry’s efforts to deliver services and programs. Presenting[Read More…]
Community leaders in Juba vow to address land disputes, and insecurity
By Sabri Dibaco Community leaders from across Juba County have vowed to enhance peacebuilding, conflict resolution, and accountability following a three-day capacity-building workshop organised by the Young Women’s Christian Association (YWCA) with support from Oxfam South Sudan. The training brought together quarter council chairpersons and local peace committee members from[Read More…]