By William Madouk Embassy of United States of America in South Sudan has once again called on the transitional government to conduct a credible investigation into the death of American-British journalist Christopher Allen, which occurred seven years ago. Allen was shot and killed on August 26, 2017, during military[Read More…]
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Strike over unpaid incentives paralyzes Bor Hospital
By Deng Ghai Deng Bor Hospital, Jonglei State has come to a standstill as medical staff began a strike on Monday, due to unpaid incentives and delayed salaries leaving patients without care. The walkout follows a formal strike threat issued by the hospital’s medical staff two weeks ago, amid[Read More…]
MP calls for improved healthcare after colleague’s death
By ’Dogga Luwo Chairperson of a Specialized Committee for Peace and Security in Central Equatoria State Assembly has appealed to the state governor to address the medical welfare of constitutional post-holders. Isaac Aloro Lomodi, the committee chair, urged Governor Augustino Jadalla Wani to take urgent action to ensure adequate[Read More…]
Immigration chief urges patience as gov’t tackles printer breakdown
By William Madouk Director of Directorate of Civil Registry, Nationality, Passport, and Immigration, Maj. Gen. Simon Majur has called on citizens seeking passports and nationality IDs to be patient as the agency works to resolve a printer breakdown that has caused delays. Maj. Gen. Majur acknowledged the inconvenience caused[Read More…]
Parliament locks media out, grills 11 ministers, Revenue Chief
By Philip Buda Ladu The Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) barred the media from covering Monday sitting where 11 national ministers and commissioner general of the National Revenue Authority were questioned. In a rare show of events, the national parliament decided to suspend media and public access to the[Read More…]
President Kiir attends Raila Odinga’s AU commission candidacy launch
By Bosco Bush President Salva Kiir Mayardit has traveled to Nairobi, Kenya, to witness the endorsement of former Kenyan Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga’s candidacy for the position of Chairperson of the African Union (AU) Commission in 2025. The inaugural ceremony is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, August[Read More…]
LEGAL PURSUIT: Petronas sues South Sudan over $1.2 billion asset seizure
By William Madouk Malaysian oil giant Petronas has filed a lawsuit against the government of South Sudan, accusing the government of blocking the $1.25 billion sale of its local assets in the country. According to Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas), the Juba administration has taken over the company’s operations, including[Read More…]
Bureau of standards equips Nimule lab to combat poor-quality products
By William Madouk South Sudan National Bureau of Standards is set to go a notch higher in its testing capabilities at the border point. On Saturday, the National Bureau of Standards announced on its official page the acquisition of a new set of laboratory equipment aimed at strengthening surveillance[Read More…]
Yei commissioner meets revenue authorities on economic reforms
By James Innocent The newly installed Commissioner of Yei River County, Emmanuel Taban Seme, wasted no time in taking action. On Tuesday, August 20, 2024, he conducted his first meeting with the State and County Revenue Authorities to discuss taxation policies within the county. The meeting brought together the[Read More…]
Over 40 trained on gender-based violence in Lakes State
By Yang Ater Yang At least 45 participants, including women, youth, police officers, church members, chiefs, and primary school pupils were educated on the issue of gender-based violence (GBV) against women and girls. The two-day training was organized by the International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Rumbek, Lakes State. Lillian[Read More…]
CES deputy governor appeals for unity
By Bosco Bush Newly installed deputy governor of Central Equatoria State (CES), Paulino Lukudu Obede has appealed to the citizens to collectively embrace peace and unity to build a prosperous and stable state. In his first address after assuming office, he called for “peace and reconciliation among the citizens”[Read More…]
Northern Bahr el Ghazal receives Anti-Venom vaccine
By Hou Akot Hou In response to a rise in snake bite cases across Northern Bahr El Gazal state, the United Nations World Health Organization (WHO) has donated a consignment of anti-venom medications to health facilities. Luka Lual Aleu Jok, the health education focal point for the state’s Ministry[Read More…]
Federal Democratic Party rubbishes Gen. Gatkuoth’s claim of ownership
By Philip Buda Ladu Federal Democratic Party (FDP) has vehemently dismissed claims made by former party member Gen. Gathoth Gatkuoth that he owns the registered party. In a press conference held on Sunday at the FDP premises, the party’s Secretary General, Changkuoth Bichiock Reth, accused Gen. Gatkuoth of defaming[Read More…]
STANDOFF: Ayii, parliament rift deepens
By William Madouk and Philip Buda The ongoing dispute between businessman Ayii Duang Ayii and the National Assembly has escalated, with Ayii threatening legal action against the parliament over the recent summon. In a dramatic turn of events, Wani Santino Jada, the defense lawyer for Ayii, the owner of[Read More…]
Yei Hospital runs out of critical medical supplies
By Bosco Bush Yei Civil Hospital, the main referral medical facility serving the greater Yei has run out of essential medical equipment, drugs, and fuel, according to the hospital medical director, Dr. Morbe Taban. In an exclusive interview with this outlet, Dr. Taban painted a bleak picture of the[Read More…]
Peter Maker signs two-year deal with Kenyan giant AFC Leopard
By Kei Emmanuel Duku South Sudan national team defender Peter Maker has officially joined Kenyan Premier League powerhouse AFC Leopard on a two-year contract. The move comes after the towering defender’s previous contract with Serbian club Radnicki Mitrovica expired. Maker, a versatile player capable of playing both defensive midfield[Read More…]
Free entry for Sudanese Club games in Juba Stadium
By Kei Emmanuel Duku Sudanese football fans will have the opportunity to watch their beloved clubs compete in the CAF Confederations Cup and Champions League free of charge. Both Al-Merriekh FC and Al-Hilal FC, who are currently based in Juba due to the ongoing conflict in Sudan, have announced[Read More…]
Fiscal, Financial Allocation Monitoring Bill subjected to public hearing
By William Madouk A long-awaited Fiscal and Financial Allocation Monitoring Commission bill, 2023 has been subjected to public hearing yesterday in Juba. The Bill provides for the establishment of an independent commission to ensure transparency in regard to the allocation of nationally collected funds to states and counties in[Read More…]
Jadalla initiates Mpox awareness campaign
By No. 1 Citizen Central Equatoria State governor, Gen. Augustino Jadalla Kamilo Wani directs cabinet ministers to lead public awareness campaigns on monkeypox. The governor, in the directive issued during the state ordinary Council of Ministers meeting, said the campaign focuses on signs, symptoms, and preventive measures of Mpox.[Read More…]
Soldier batters wife to death
By Ijoo Bosco South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF) soldier has been arrested for killing his wife in Sherikat military barracks in Torit, Eastern Equatoria State. According to Sector Commander Brigadier General Marino Oholong, the soldier, identified as German Tito, was under the influence of alcohol when he allegedly[Read More…]