By Peter Kuol Kuch Police in Jonglei State have confirmed that an unspecified number of raided cattle were recovered by local youth on Saturday in Duk County. According to the Police, cattle belonging to traders and local residents were raided on Friday last week at Ayueldit by suspected attackers. “The[Read More…]
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Juba receives electricity tariff cut
By Nakwam Rose Ezra Construction and Development Group (ECDG) has officially announced a 13% interim discount on the Thermal Energy Tariff, effective immediately. This move aims to make electricity more affordable and demonstrates the company’s commitment to serving its target audience. Samson Tekie Ezra, the Managing Director of ECDG, stated[Read More…]
Police detains two over girl’s elopement incident
By Peter Kuol Kuch Police authorities in Jonglei State, Bor, have apprehended two suspects alleged to be involved in a girl’s elopement incident over the weekend. Last week, one person was killed following a fight over a girl’s elopement in Bor. Speaking to No.1 Citizen Daily Newspaper, 1st Lt.[Read More…]
Yei orphans receive SSP3.4 million
By James Innocent Coniah Medical Complex has donated 3,489,550 South Sudanese Pounds, to the account of Kikiji National Orphanage Centre. According to Kenyi Patrick Daniel, the Director of the institution, the funds will cover school fees for 62 orphans. He said that management team of Coniah Medical Complex had[Read More…]
Job creation, a key message at Starford University graduation
By Yiep Joseph A strong call for job creation was a central theme at the graduation ceremony of Starford International University on Saturday. The university’s 5th graduation convocation took place at its main campus in Referendum, Juba. During the event, a total of 636 students were awarded degrees and diplomas,[Read More…]
East African Civil Society presses for dialogue to avert further instability
By Philip Buda Ladu East African Civil Society Organizations Forum (EACSOF) has issued a strong appeal for peace and stability in South Sudan and the wider region, expressing deep concern over recent unsettling developments in the country. In a statement released over the weekend, EACSOF President Mr. Edmund Yakani highlighted[Read More…]
MSF shuts Hospital in Ulang after armed attack
By Philip Buda Ladu Médecins Sans Frontières or Doctors Without Borders (MSF) has announced the forced closure of its vital hospital in Ulang County, Upper Nile State. This follows a brazen armed looting incident at the facility, earlier Monday. In a press statement extended to No.1 Citizen Daily Newspaper[Read More…]
Mobile Court deployed in Leer after a decade of vacuum
By Philip Buda Ladu South Sudan government has deployed first mobile court to Leer County in Unity State in over ten years, in a significant step towards restoration of rule of law in a conflict-affected region. The program is undertaken with support from the UN peace mission in the[Read More…]
TAX DISPUTE: Governor halts closure of shops
By Yiep Joseph Governor of Central Equatoria State (CES), Augustino Jadalla Wani, has urged Juba City Council and tax collection department to cease all hostile means of tax enforcement. This directive follows public concern that the Juba City Council’s tax enforcement policies are discouraging businesses within the city. Previously,[Read More…]
Aweil Community pleas for stranded returnees
By Hou Akot Hou Aweil Community Union in Abyei is urgently appealing for the repatriation of hundreds of returnees currently stranded in Amiet, Abyei. The union reports having registered over 1,500 individuals, all originally from Aweil, who are in dire need of transportation back to their homes. The association is[Read More…]
Yei classrooms construction kick-off
By James innocent Construction of three classroom blocks and latrines has kicked off at Yei Day Senior Secondary School. The project with funding from the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), is implemented by the Support Peace and Development Programme (SPDP). The new blogs intends to reduce student[Read More…]
Jadalla calls on Terekeka to reject division
By Yiep Joseph Governor of Central Equatoria State, Gen. Augustino Jadalla Kamilo Wani, has called on residents of Terekeka County to embrace peace. Governor Jadalla made his statement on Saturday during an urgent visit to the area following a land dispute between residents of Jor and Koggi Bomas, according to[Read More…]
GPAA advocates for permanent justice solution
By Manas James Okony Local authorities in the Greater Pibor Administrative Area (GPAA) have made a fervent appeal for the establishment of a permanent justice system following the conclusion of a mobile court that has operated in the region since March 10. The mobile court wrapped up its mandate on[Read More…]
Gov’t denies expelling U.S. Ambassador
By Philip Buda Ladu The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of South Sudan has vehemently refuted rumors circulating on social media that the country has expelled the United States Ambassador. In a press statement released on Saturday, the ministry’s spokesperson, Amb. Apuk Ayuel Mayen labeled these claims as[Read More…]
Par faction gains support
By Yiep Joseph Leadership of Sudan People’s Liberation Movement in Opposition (SPLM-IO) in Northern Bahr el Ghazal expressed support for Stephen Par Kuol, the newly nominated interim Chairperson. According to a statement released to the media, Daniel Akot Akot, State SPLM-IO Chairman in Northern Bahr el Ghazal, reaffirmed their allegiance[Read More…]
VISA SAGA: Reconsider revocation
By Philip Buda Ladu A diplomatic row between South Sudan and United States took center stage as the new Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Amb. Monday Semaya Kumba met with U.S. Ambassador to South Sudan, Michael J Adler, on Saturday. The meeting, called for by Amb. Kumba who[Read More…]
MSF calls for protection of hospitals, healthcare workers
By Philip Buda Ladu Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) has issued an urgent call to all parties involved in the conflict in South Sudan’s Upper Nile state to respect and protect civilians, healthcare workers, and medical facilities. In a statement extended to No.1 Citizen Daily Newspaper, the international medical organization highlighted[Read More…]
Resilient Farmers of Lainya County; Soaring amidst challenges
By James Juma Santino As the first drops of the rainy season soak the fertile grounds of Lainya County, farmers embrace their annual agricultural preparations with determination and hope. These rains signify the promise of a new season—fresh harvests, food security, and livelihood opportunities. Yet, their journey is far from[Read More…]
Civil Society Organizations launch Quick Impact Projects
Jackson Gaaniko Mathew Network of Civil Society Organizations (NeCSOs) has launched eight Quick Impact Projects in Western Equatoria State (WES). The projects aim at accelerating development, promoting peace, and improving essential services in rural and urban communities. The launch, graced by government officials, UNMISS representatives, traditional authorities, and local[Read More…]
Aweil East Commissioner surveys border security, economic impact
By Hou Akot Hou On Wednesday, the commissioner of Aweil East County, Northern Bahr El Ghazal State, visited areas along the border with South Kordofan. His visit aimed to better understand the local economic and security situation, as well as to explore the relationship between the Rezeigat and the local[Read More…]