By Peter Kuol Kuch Jonglei State Ministry of Health launched a cholera vaccination campaign this week across all nine counties, following an outbreak that began in November 2024. The first case was recorded in Piji County and quickly spread to neighboring areas, including Panjak and Twic East. The campaign began[Read More…]
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Jonglei Teachers threaten strike over unpaid salaries
By Peter Kuol Kuch Teachers in Jonglei State have issued a 72-hour ultimatum, threatening to strike if they are not paid three months’ salary arrears. The Jonglei State Teachers’ Union (JSTU) issued a letter this week, highlighting the severe financial hardship faced by teachers and their families due to the[Read More…]
SPLM condemns suspension of Jonglei minister
By William Madouk Acting Secretary of Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) in Jonglei state, David Anyang Nyuon condemned Governor Mahjoub Biel Turuk for suspending the Minister of Land and Housing. Mr. Nyuon in a statement seen by this outlet, claimed that the party was sidelined in what he terms[Read More…]
Violent protest injures 16 in Bor
By Manas James Okony At least 16 people were injured and 58 Sudanese nationals are now under government protection following violent protests that erupted in Bor, the capital of Jonglei State, on Friday morning. The unrest was sparked by footage of South Sudanese nationals being killed after the Sudan Armed[Read More…]
Decrees are final, Pibor Mayor warns protestors
By Yiep Joseph Pibor town in Greater Pibor Administrative Area, John Gain, has warned youth protesting against the removal of Gola Boyoi Gola as Chief Administrator. On Thursday, protests erupted in Pibor town following President Kiir’s decision to remove Gola Boyoi as the chief administrator of the Greater Pibor Administrative[Read More…]
Anyuak Chief passes on at Gambella Hospital
By Manas James Okony Anyuak community in Akobo County, Jonglei State, is mourning the loss of Chief Omot Okwier, widely known as Chief Atii, who passed away on Sunday evening at a hospital in Ethiopia’s Gambella region. John Okei Okei, a representative of Akobo County in the Jonglei State Legislative[Read More…]
Jonglei governor orders audit of institutions
By William Madouk Jonglei State Governor, Mr. Mahjoub Biel Turuk, has ordered an audit of all state institutions to enhance transparency and accountability. The directive follows recent discrepancies between the governor and his deputy regarding the expenditure of Personal Income Tax (PIT) funds. In a letter dated January 9th addressed[Read More…]
Governor proposes special court for Jonglei-Pibor recycling violence
By Yiep Joseph Jonglei State Governor, Mahjoub Biel Turuk has proposed establishment of a special court to try suspected criminals from within and the neighboring Greater Pibor Administrative Area. This proposal comes amid persistent intercommunal violence between the two sides, despite numerous efforts by national and state governments, as[Read More…]
Jonglei officials feud over expenditure
By William Madouk A serious showdown is looming in the Jonglei government as top state officials presented conflicting statements on how the $190,000 in collected Personal Income Tax (PIT) was spent. It all started when the governor of Jonglei state, Mr. Mahjoub Biel Turuk revealed to the media that[Read More…]
Jonglei displays $190,000 monthly Tax appropriation
By Yiep Joseph In response to mounting criticisms, Jonglei state government has come out of the shadow to explain how it spends the Personal Income Tax (PIT) it collects each month, totaling approximately $190,000. Since the formation of the Transitional Government of National Unity, Jonglei state has not presented a[Read More…]
Duk County registers over 400 Cholera cases
By Manas James Okony Local authorities in Jonglei State’s Duk County are raising alarms over a severe cholera outbreak, which has resulted in at least 433 reported cases and 23 deaths since last month. In an interview with No. 1 Citizen Daily Newspaper on Tuesday, Duk County Commissioner John[Read More…]
Jonglei Secretary General resigns
By Yiep Joseph Secretary-General (SG) of the Jonglei state government Gatwech Koak Nyuon, has resigned and relocated to neighboring Ethiopia. In his resignation letter, dated January 3, 2025, and addressed to Jonglei Governor Mahjoub Biel Turuk, Nyuon cited personal reasons for his departure. However, he did not elaborate on[Read More…]
Peaceful Christmas in Bor
By Deng Ghai Deng Christmas in Bor was celebrated peacefully and calmly, with no reports of accidents or violent cases reported on December 24th and 25th. Christians in the area participated in street marches, gathered for church prayers, and spent quality time with their families in homes and hotels, all[Read More…]
Bor triumphs economic hardship for Christmas
By Deng Ghai Deng Despite mounting economic difficulties, growing inflation, and widespread hunger, citizens in Bor, found ways to converge in faith to celebrate the birth of Christ. At Saint Andrew’s Cathedral in Bor, about 5,000 faithful, gathered to mark the birth of Jesus Christ, with many expressing gratitude[Read More…]
HIV among pregnant women rises in Bor-official
By Deng Ghai Deng Health authorities in Jonglei State’s capital Bor have reported a concerning rise in the number of HIV-positive pregnant women seeking antenatal care at Bor State Hospital. Atong Ajak, a nurse at the hospital, noted that she registers new HIV cases daily, with pregnant women being[Read More…]
Jonglei Governor suspends finance minister
By Deng Ghai Deng Jonglei State Governor Mahjoub Biel has officially suspended Minister of Finance, Planning, and Investment Abraham Riek Yuek after he lost a vote of no confidence in August 2022. Yuek’s impeachment stemmed from a failure to adequately address concerns regarding the delayed passage of the state budget[Read More…]
Jonglei youth withdraw from Gumuruk, tensions remain high
By Manas James Okony A group of armed youth from Jonglei State, who briefly invaded parts of the Greater Pibor Administrative Area’s Gumuruk County, have retreated after stealing over 3,000 head of cattle, authorities reported. Jacob Werchum Jouk, the GPAA information minister, indicated that the attackers withdrew on Sunday afternoon[Read More…]
Jonglei leaders urge action on Human Rights violations
By Deng Ghai Deng Authorities in Jonglei State’s capital Bor marked Human Rights Day on December 10th with a strong call to refocus efforts on human rights as a crucial pathway to justice and long-term security in the region. The event, held in collaboration with key stakeholders including the[Read More…]
Pibor on alert over alleged threat of Jonglei attack
By Deng Ghai Deng Authorities in the Greater Pibor Administrative Area are sounding an alarm over potential attacks from armed youth in neighboring Jonglei state. Jacob Werchum Juok, the minister of information for Greater Pibor Administrative Area, expressed concern following unconfirmed reports circulating online suggesting that youth in the Lou[Read More…]
Visually impaired student receives support after plea
By Manas James Okony Johnson Reec Mading, a 28-year-old visually impaired student, is filled with joy as he prepares for his upcoming Certificate of Secondary Education (CSE) examinations after receiving financial support. The financial handout he received has made a world of difference on his academic journey. On Thursday,[Read More…]