By No. 1 Citizen The Royal Norwegian Embassy in Juba has announced the arrival of Mr. Roar Haugsdal as the new Ambassador South Sudan. Ambassador Haugsdal succeeds former Ambassador Linken Nymann Berryman. Prior to his appointment, Ambassador Haugsdal held prominent roles within the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, including[Read More…]
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Juba Commissioner vows justice for Molobur youths
By William Madouk Juba County Commissioner Eng. Emmanuel Tete Ezbon has pledged to ensure that those responsible for the deaths of three youths in Molobur Boma will face justice. Commissioner Tete promised to leave no stone unturned until the perpetrators are brought to justice, vowing to take action against[Read More…]
MPs raise concern over falling security
By Bosco Bush Lawmakers at the Transitional National Legislative Assembly have voiced concern over the country’s security situation amidst rampant insecurity cases reported. Recently, the country has witnessed an alarming rise in violence including armed conflicts in Nasir County, Yambio, and Eastern Equatoria. The latest incursion of the Uganda[Read More…]
Multipurpose Centre, Special Protection Unit inaugurated in Magwi
By Kei Emmanuel Duku The Government of Japan, in partnership with the United Nations Development Program (UNDP), has inaugurated a Multipurpose Training Centre and Special Protection Unit in Magwi County, Eastern Equatorial State. The Special Protection Unit provides the entry points and paths for victims and witnesses to report[Read More…]
Man kills father in Yirol East
By Yang Ater Yang Authorities in Lakes State have arrested a 30-year-old man for allegedly killing his father in Yirol East County. Lakes State Police Spokesman Maj. Elijah Mabor Makuac reported that the incident occurred on the evening of September 2 at approximately 7:30 PM in Acholdit village, Yali[Read More…]
Prioritize salaries over non-essential foreign trips-Oyet
By No. 1 Citizen The First Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Nathaniel Oyet has urged the government to reassess its priorities and prioritize the well-being of its citizens. This call comes in light of the country’s severe economic challenges marked by high inflation and delayed salaries for public[Read More…]
Kajo-Keji Commissioner links NAS forces to Sunday robbery
By Kei Emmanuel Duku Commissioner of Kajo-Keji County has attributed a Sunday incident where a businessman identified as “Mogga” and others were robbed at gunpoint by men in army uniforms to the National Salvation Front (NAS). The incident took place in Leikor Trading Centre, Kangapo One Payam, Keji-Kajo County[Read More…]
Over 120 diplomats graduate in Juba
By Deng Ghai Deng At least 123 diplomats graduated yesterday after a three-month intensive course at the Institute of Diplomatic Studies (IDS) in Juba. The ceremony took place at the Pyramid Continental Hotel, marking a significant step in enhancing the country’s diplomatic capabilities. Ambassador Ramadan Mohammed Abdallah Goc, Minister[Read More…]
Parliament ratifies Transitional Justice Bills
By Philip Buda Ladu The Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) has ratified two important pieces of legislation—the Commission for Truth, Reconciliation, and Healing (CTRH) Bill 2024 and the Compensation and Reparation Authority (CRA) Bill 2024—to become acts. Following the passing of these long overdue, important bills by the lawmakers,[Read More…]
MALPRACTICE: Speaker forms committee to probe telecom companies
By Philip Buda Ladu The Speaker of the Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA), Rt. Hon. Jemma Nunu Kumba has constituted a 9-member ad hoc investigative committee to probe cases of malpractices within the mobile telecom network companies. Rt. Hon. Nunu formed the ad hoc committee through a speaker’s order[Read More…]
Lainya commissioner orders review of financial records, assets
By Bosco Bush The newly appointed Commissioner of Lainya County, Robert John Morris, has established a committee to investigate and review the financial and asset records of the county. In a local Order No. 01/2024 issued on August 30, Morris formed a five-member committee, chaired by Mr. Alex Lemi[Read More…]
Wall collapses, killing woman in Aweil
By Hou Akot Hou A 60-year-old woman lost her life after a wall collapsed on her over the weekend in Maper-Akot-Aru, Aweil Town. Despite efforts to rush her to the hospital, she succumbed to her injuries. The victim, identified as Akuc Dut Achuil, was visiting from Udhum village in[Read More…]
Rights group threatens suit over salary delays
By Bosco Bush Center for Peace and Advocacy (CPA), a human rights body has threatened to sue the government of South Sudan over the cumulative outstanding salary arrears of civil servants. For nearly 10 months, civil servants and members of the organized forces have worked unpaid, sparking public outcry[Read More…]
Cybercrimes and Computer Misuse Bill tabled in Parliament
By Philip Buda Ladu Cybercrimes and Computer Misuse Bill, 2024, has been tabled to the Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) in its first reading stage for deliberation and enactment by lawmakers. Deputy Minister of Justice, Joseph Malek, presented the bill to the August House during Monday’s assembly sitting No.[Read More…]
Invest in social infrastructure to de-escalate border conflict-Analyst
By Kei Emmanuel Duku An independent policy analyst is urging the governments of South Sudan and Uganda to invest in social infrastructure, such as roads, markets, one-stop border posts, and bridges, to reduce the ongoing border conflict that has claimed lives. The call comes following renewed incursions of Ugandan[Read More…]
BETRAYAL: MP faults ‘cartels’ in presidential security for complicity in UPDF invasion
By Deng Ghai Deng A member of parliament has accused a faction of security officials within President Salva Kiir’s office of compromising national security by allowing foreign military forces to operate unchecked within South Sudan. During a tense parliamentary session on Monday, Bol Joseph Agau, who represents Lakes State[Read More…]
Cabinet adopts South Sudan-China MoU on Agriculture
By Philip Buda Ladu The national Council of Ministers has adopted a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between South Sudan and the People’s Republic of China to foster cooperation in the field of agriculture and food security in the country. Deputy National Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Lily[Read More…]
Yei Commissioner to rehabilite bridges
By James Innocent Yei River County Commissioner, Emmanuel Taban Seme has pledged to rehabilitate broken bridges across the town. This commitment follows a series of inspections revealing significant damage to several bridges caused by heavy rainfall. During his visit, Commissioner Emmanuel expressed gratitude to the community members for joining[Read More…]
Commissioner calls for flood preparedness in Rumbek East
By Yang Ater Yang Rumbek East County Commissioner, Mangar Machuol, has convened a meeting with local chiefs, administrators, and cattle keepers to prepare for an impending flood that threatens to displace residents. During the meeting, Commissioner Machuol emphasized the urgency of proactive measures to protect farms and facilitate the relocation[Read More…]
Urgent call for legislation on Missing Persons
By William Madouk There is growing pressure on the Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs to expedite the Missing Persons Bill. The bill aims to safeguard the rights of missing persons and their families, it also ensures that they receive the essential support needed throughout the search process. Hellen[Read More…]