By Kidega Livingstone &Bida Elly South Sudan AIDS Commission (SSAC) and Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) have called on the Unity government to increase funding for the health sector in 2024-25 fiscal year. The two institutions acknowledged that the health sector heavily relies on development partners for its smooth[Read More…]
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Starford suspends two students for pretesting tuition hike
By Rehan Ajuet Moun At least two students from Starford International University have been reportedly suspended for allegedly protesting the recent tuition increment by the administration. The varsity management suspended Mr. Akech Thiong Gurech Anyan and Mr. Ngor Manyuat Leer for acting negatively against the imposed tuition fees. According[Read More…]
Lantoto National Park restoration project kicks off
By James Innocent A new initiative to restore Lantoto National Park is set to begin in August 2024. A team from the National Ministry of Wildlife Conservation, African Wildlife Park, and Wildlife Incubation Development met with Aggrey Cyrus Kanyikwa, Commissioner of Yei River County, to provide an update on[Read More…]
Parliament adopts benchmark report on reforms
By Philip Buda Ladu Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) has adopted and passed a report of the committee of finance that sent a delegation for a benchmarking study tour to the parliaments of Kenya and Rwanda. Since independence, South Sudan has been facing multiple challenges due to weak institutions.[Read More…]
UN General Assembly President in Juba
By Charles K. Mark President of the United Nations General Assembly (PGA), Dennis Francis, is on an official visit to Juba this week. The visit aims to further strengthen and foster cooperation between the Republic of South Sudan and the United Nations. According to the UN Mission in South[Read More…]
South Sudan-Ethiopia road financing agreement deferred over ministers’ absence
By Bida Elly David Revitalized Transitional National Legislative Assembly has postponed deliberation on a road financing agreement between South Sudan and Ethiopia due to the absence of the ministers concerned. The agreement, which was initially tabled by the Minister of Justice, Ruben Madol, was meant to cover the construction[Read More…]
Pursuit of wealth fuels child marriage-Minister
By Bosco Bush Eastern Equatoria State Minister of Local Government and Law Enforcement, Peter Lokeng Lotone, has said the quest by men to have wealth is the main driving factor encouraging child marriage. He acknowledged the ongoing issue of child marriage in the country and blamed men for being[Read More…]
Uganda Police arrests 8 for counterfeiting SSP, other currencies
By Staff writer Uganda Directorate of Crime Intelligence, in collaboration with other security agencies, have arrested eight people involved in a counterfeit money operation in Kampala. According to a press statement seen by this outlet, ASP Luke Owoyesigyire, the Deputy Public Relations Officer for Kampala Metropolitan Police, said the[Read More…]
Abdelbagi calls for calm as gov’t addresses economic crisis
By Kidega Livingstone Vice President for the Service Cluster, Hussein Abdelbagi Akol, has urged the people of South Sudan and partners in the health sector to remain patient as the government works to address the country’s economic hardship. Speaking during the signing of a declaration of commitment and collaboration[Read More…]
At least 35 fuel trucks arrive in Juba to mitigate crisis
By Charles Kay Mark About 35 trucks of fuel have arrived in the country, as part of an effort to subsidize fuel prices and increase supply. Managing Director of South Sudan Oil and Gas Commission, James Deng Malimo announced arrival of the Trucks on Wednesday. He said the first[Read More…]
PIERCING: High prices at assembly restaurant irks MPs
By William Madouk Former spokesperson of the National Parliament, John Agany, has expressed concerns over the high food prices at the restaurant located inside the Assembly building. During a parliamentary session yesterday, Agany stood up to raise a point of information, first appreciating Speaker Nunu Kumba for installing a[Read More…]
Fresh row over ownership of Juba Stadium
By Kei Emmanuel Juba National Stadium’s official inauguration yesterday was overshadowed by a renewed dispute over ownership. Central Equatorial State (CES) Minister of Culture, Youth and Sports, Rita Dominic Jada, told media on Monday that the stadium belongs to the Juba Local Football Association (JLFA) and the state ministry,[Read More…]
Bright Stars fall 3-0 to Sudan at Juba Stadium launch
By Kei Emmanuel Duku South Sudanese witnessed a historic yet disappointing night, as Sudan humiliated the national team 3:0, on Tuesday. Over 4,000 spectators and dignitaries, including President Salva Kiir and FIFA President Gianni Infantino, gathered for the stadium’s inauguration and the crucial FIFA World Cup qualifier against Sudan.[Read More…]
MTN boosts football with $25,000 donation to SSFA
By Kei Emmanuel Duku Telecommunications Company, MTN, has pledged its support to national football with a $25,000 donation to the South Sudan Football Association (SSFA). Ali Monzer, MTN’s CEO, announced the donation on Monday, ahead of the Juba Stadium inauguration. He emphasized MTN’s commitment to promoting national unity through[Read More…]
Al-Merriekh FC Bentiu warms for 2023/2024 CEACAFA Kagame Cup
By Kei Emmanuel Duku Al-Merriekh FC Bentiu is among teams considered by administration of Council of East and Central African Football Association (CECAFA) to participate in CECAFA Kagame Cup, this year. CECAFA has confirmed that 10 teams from the region to participate in this year’s edition, scheduled to take[Read More…]
Juba Stadium inauguration opens new sports era
By Kei Emmanuel Duku After three years of renovation, Juba National Stadium was finally inaugurated on Tuesday with a ceremony attended by President Salva Kiir and FIFA President Gianni Infantino. The $7.5 million renovation was funded by FIFA’s Forward Program. However, Gen. Augustino Maduot, South Sudan Football Association (SSFA)[Read More…]
Subsidized food now available in Juba- Minister
By Bida Elly David National Minister of Trade, William Anyuon Kuol, has announced that the long-awaited subsidized food items have arrived in the capital city, Juba. The minister’s announcement came after he was summoned by the National Legislative Assembly on Tuesday. “We are really sorry because the food has[Read More…]
$20 Million allocation to assist vulnerable South Sudanese
By Charles K Mark South Sudan Humanitarian Fund (SSHF) has allocated $20 million to provide life-saving assistance to 290,000 of the most vulnerable people in the country. The aid will be distributed in Aweil East (Northern Bahr El Ghazal), Nasir (Upper Nile), Rubkona (Unity), and Pibor (Greater Pibor Administrative[Read More…]
No rest until sports becomes catalyst for unity-Akech
By William Madouk National Minister of Youth and Sports, Dr Jospeh Geng Akech vowed not to rest until sport becomes a catalyst of unity and social aspiration across the country. “We will work tirelessly to ensure that sports become a catalysis for national unity, social aspiration and economic development,”[Read More…]
MPs compel trade minister to withdraw criticism
By Kidega Livingstone National Minister of Trade and Industry, William Anyuon Kuol was forced to withdraw a statement criticizing legislators for not visiting their constituencies during recess and engaging with constituents on issues of agricultural production. While responding to questions from lawmakers about the government intervention on looming hunger[Read More…]