By Ijoo Bosco Government of Eastern Equatoria State has denounced rumors circulating within the Torit Municipal Council of its alleged involvement in the selling of land to individuals. In a statement to No. 1Citizen Newspaper, Press Secretary Oringa Geoffrey condemned the rumors in the strongest terms, asserting that they are[Read More…]
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Budi women rise to fight against GBV
By Jino Wilson Women in Budi County, Eastern Equatoria State, are making strides in addressing gender-based violence by constructing a dedicated women and girls-friendly office space. This center will provide a safe and inclusive environment for women to discuss issues such as girls’ blood compensation and other forms of[Read More…]
Community opposes Nimule land demarcation
By Yiep Joseph A dispute has emerged between the Eastern Equatoria State government and 11 Clans of Magwi County over the demarcation of Nimule town, a strategic border entry point. The Clans has voiced strong objections to the current demarcation process, arguing that it lacks adequate consultation with the[Read More…]
EES demands return of abducted children
By Yiep Joseph Eastern Equatoria state (EES) government has welcomed the apology from Greater Pibor Administrative Area elders but called for the return of children it claimed to have been abducted in April this year. According to Radio Emanuel, 89.0 fm, Eastern Equatoria State Minister of Information, Elia John[Read More…]
Kapoeta farmers adopt climate-smart farming techniques
By Kei Emmanuel Duku In response to the increasing impacts of climate change on agriculture, farmers in Kapoeta North are adopting climate-smart farming techniques with the support of the Norwegian People’s Aid (NPA) and World Food Programme (WFP). The project focuses on agroecological practices, such as half-moon farming and swale[Read More…]
Access road unites rival communities
By Kei Emmanuel Duku For years, Kapoeta North and Budi Counties have been locked in conflict over border disputes, cattle rustling, and limited access to social services. However, a 15-kilometer access road, initiated by Norwegian People’s Aid (NPA) with support from the World Food Program, has fostered unity and[Read More…]
Clean energy cooking stoves are a game-changer for St. Magdalen Primary School
By Kei Emmanuel Duku As a measure to curb deforestation and reduce use of wood fuel, the administration of St. Magdalen Primary School has adopted clean-energy cooking stoves. According to Sr. Mary Nkatha Jenario, a Head Teacher at St. Magdalen Primary School in Kapoeta North County, East Equatoria State,[Read More…]
Tension flares as Ugandan forces raid cattle in Ikwoto
By Ijoo Bosco Security situation along the Tsertenya border in Ikwoto County, between South Sudan and Uganda remains tense following a cattle raid by suspected Ugandan People’s Defense Force (UPDF) soldiers. The incident occurred last week when UPDF forces allegedly crossed into South Sudan territory and seized an unspecified number[Read More…]
Raiders kill a man over cattle in Torit County
By Ijoo Bosco Modi An attempted cattle raid ended in killing of 29-year-old man in Haforere village, Torit County, Eastern Equatoria state. According to local authority, the victim, identified as Ofere Miho was killed in an attempted raid by a group of youth, suspected from Hiyala. The suspects attempted to[Read More…]
County peace committees trained on peacebuilding in Torit
By Ijoo Bosco A two-day capacity-building training for county peace committees commenced in Torit, Eastern Equatoria State, to empower young people to mitigate conflict at the grassroots level. Over 25 male and female representatives from all eight counties of the state, including Imehejek Administrative Area, are participating in the training.[Read More…]
Magwi expands auction days across Payams
By Ijoo Bosco Magwi County Local Government Revenue Authority has announced plans to increase the number of auction days within the county as part of efforts to enhance service delivery. Speaking to this outlet on Wednesday, Lokang Peter, head of the Magwi County Revenue Authority, stated that the initiative aims[Read More…]
Toposa community rejects Kenya’s plans to construct Nadapal-Nakodok road
By Bosco Bush Toposa community of Eastern Equatoria State denounced Kenya’s government plans to jointly launch the construction of 11km road linking Nadapal to Nakodok. During his official visit to Juba on November 6, Kenyan President William Ruto requested his South Sudanese counterpart, President Salva Kiir, to permit the construction[Read More…]
Torit introduces form 13 to speed up trials
By Ijoo Bosco Authorities in the Torit Municipal Council have introduced the use of Form 13 to streamline legal and judicial services at the Central Police Station in Torit Town. Form 13 is a police criminal form specifically designed to address issues of indiscipline among individuals in the community.[Read More…]
Man killed in Torit, raising tension
By Ijoo Bosco Authorities in Hiyala Payam, Torit County, Eastern Equatoria State, have reported heightened tensions following the shooting of a 22-year-old man identified as Obila Ateib. Despite the presence of security forces, the situation in the area remains unstable. Torit County Commissioner Christopher Andrew said security personnel are[Read More…]
Eastern Equatoria parliament summons Finance Minister on Tax Bill
By Ijoo Bosco Eastern Equatoria State Transitional Legislative Assembly has postponed summon of the Minister of Finance and Economic Planning to discuss the tax harmonization bill due to the absence of the motion’s raiser. According to Charles Longolio, the assembly’s information officer, the summoning session was rescheduled for Wednesday[Read More…]
Fourteen candidates in Magwi expelled over unauthorized outings
By Ijoo Bosco Magwi Senior Secondary School administration expelled fourteen Senior Four students on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, due to what they termed “unauthorized outings.” The students have been instructed to return only during examination periods. Deputy Head Teacher Mr. Ocido James, who oversees disciplinary matters, explained that the[Read More…]
Training for D’ license coaches commences in Torit
By Ijoo Bosco Whittaker peace and development initiative, in partnership with the South Sudan Football Association, has kicked off training of over thirty D’License coaches in Torit town, Eastern Equatoria State, to promote peace through sports. Speaking at the opening ceremony, Bilal Felix, South Sudan Under-21 Coach Instructor and[Read More…]
Panyikwara Community purchases Canoe to facilitate crossing Atepi River
By Ijoo Bosco Panyikwara community in Eastern Equatoria State has raised funds to purchase a canoe to ease crossing Atepi River for residents of Owiny Kibul Payam. The initiative will enhance access to essential social services and farming opportunities on both sides of the river. The decision to buy[Read More…]
Acholi leader calls for unity between South Sudan and Uganda
By Ijoo Bosco The Chairperson of the Acholi Community in South Sudan has called for unity between the Acholi people of Uganda and South Sudan, citing their shared heritage and origins. This plea comes in the wake of land conflicts that arose last year between Acholi communities in both[Read More…]
Gov’t launches Global Environment Conservation project
By Ijoo Bosco The government through the Ministry of Environment and Forestry launched on Tuesday a Global environment conservation project in Eastern Equatoria State Capital Torit. The inception project was launched under the theme, “Promoting sustainable approaches to Ecosystem conservation in the Imotong landscape of South Sudan targeting Ikwoto, Torit[Read More…]