By Yiep Joseph The Commissioner of Jau County in the Ruweng Administrative Area (RAA), Weth Chol Kur, has called on both the national and local governments to enhance road connectivity in the area. This appeal was made during a reception for Ruweng Chief Administrator Tiob De Monyluak, who was[Read More…]
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South Sudan inaugurates Computer Incident Response Team
By Bosco Bush National Communication Authority (NCA) on Wednesday, October 16, launched the South Sudan Computer Incident Response Team (SS-CIRT) meant to safeguard the country’s digital environment from cyber threats. CIRT will not only address current threats but will also play a proactive role in cyber security awareness across[Read More…]
U.S. urges gov’t’s urgent action to address food insecurity
By Philip Buda Ladu As the World Marks International Food Day, the United States Department of State has called on the transitional government of national unity (R-TGoNU) to take immediate action to combat food insecurity. In a statement issued on Wednesday to mark World Food Day observed annually on[Read More…]
Deforestation: A crisis fueled by economic hardships in South Sudan
By Kei Emmanuel Duku South Sudan’s alarming rate of deforestation is directly linked to the country’s economic hardships. Residents grapple with poverty, unemployment, and delayed government salaries, forcing many to turn to illegal timber logging and charcoal burning to survive. The lack of alternative livelihoods and government support has[Read More…]
Over 20,000 people die daily from conflict-related hunger globally-report
By William Madouk Between 7,000 and 21,000 people are possibly dying each day due to conflict-related hunger globally, this is according to a new Oxfam report published on World Food Day. The report dubbed ‘Food Wars’ conducted in 54 countries affected by conflict including South Sudan, and found that[Read More…]
South Sudan crushes out of AFCON 2025
By Kei Emmanuel Duku Uganda has qualified for the 2025 AFCON of nations in Morocco with two games to spare after beating South Sudan’s Bright Stars 2:1 in Juba Stadium on Tuesday evening. Uganda took the lead in 15 minutes of the first half through Denise Omedi, however 6[Read More…]
Ruweng Administrator declares Lake No as agricultural zone
By Yiep Joseph Ruweng Chief Administrator, Tiob De Monyluak, has designated Lake No County as an agricultural zone, urging every household to establish at least a farm. In an address to residents at the Ruweng Administrative Area headquarters in Panrieng, Chief Monyluak emphasized that combating hunger requires active participation[Read More…]
Visually impaired advocate for access to literacy, artistic work
By William Madouk Persons with Visual Impairment are advocating to the government to ratify the Marrakesh Treaty, which improves access to published works for the blind. According to the World Blind Union, ratification of the treaty is an effort to ensure enough reading material is accessible to blind and[Read More…]
Korean peacekeeping contingent turns to rice production in South Sudan
By William Madouk Korean military contingent (Hanbit unit) of United Nations Mission in South Sudan demonstrates capability to combat hunger by partaking in farming. At Dr. John Garang Memorial University of Science in Bor, the Hanbit unit imparts farming techniques and operates farms to grow crops, to uplift South[Read More…]
Gov’t, partners train Ruweng lawmakers
By Yiep Joseph South Sudan government, in collaboration with various partners, is training Ruweng Administrative Area lawmakers. The three-day training, for over 20 members of the Ruweng Administrative Area Legislative Council, seeks to enhance their understanding of their roles and improve accountability within the executive branch. During the opening session[Read More…]
Gov’t formulating investment policy to boost economic growth
By Philip Buda Ladu South Sudan Ministry of Investment is advancing development of Investment Policy,” marking the first initiative of its kind since the country’s independence. This policy aims to establish a legal framework that has been absent, allowing the government to foster a conducive environment for investment and[Read More…]
Persons with Disabilities bear the brunt of water tankers’ strike
By Deng Ghai Deng Juba is in grip of a severe water crisis as water supply tanker owners strike in protest against the City Council’s drastic price reductions. The decision to slash prices from 5,000 South Sudanese Pounds (SSP) to 2,500 SSP within the city and 3,500 SSP per[Read More…]
Oil production set to resume as key pipeline repairs completed
By Deng Ghai Deng Government delegation to Port Sudan has confirmed that critical repairs to oil facilities have been successfully completed, clearing the path for the resumption of production and exploration. In a statement to the state-own TV, SSBC, the head of the delegation, Dr. Chol Deng Thon, who[Read More…]
Fans contribute cash to support National Team
Kei Emmanuel Duku Bright Stars fans in Juba and around the globe have started contributing money to support the National Team. This comes after the South Sudan Football Association announced in a Press Conference last week that the association is facing numerous challenges in managing the players for the[Read More…]
Lumpy Skin Disease kills over 270 cattle in Lakes State
By Yang Ater Yang An outbreak of Lumpy Skin Disease (LSD) has resulted in the deaths of at least 273 cattle in Lakes State over the last two months (August and September 2024). The state’s Minister of Animal Resources, Fisheries, and Tourism, Samuel Gai Magok, confirmed that a total[Read More…]
UJOSS sets date for Annual General Meeting
By William Madouk A long-awaited Union of Journalists of South Sudan (UJOSS) annual general meeting (AGM) is now scheduled for the end of October. UJOSS Secretary General, Majak Daniel announced the date after the institution failed to organize annual general meeting for three years, due to lack of funds.[Read More…]
Panyikwara Community purchases Canoe to facilitate crossing Atepi River
By Ijoo Bosco Panyikwara community in Eastern Equatoria State has raised funds to purchase a canoe to ease crossing Atepi River for residents of Owiny Kibul Payam. The initiative will enhance access to essential social services and farming opportunities on both sides of the river. The decision to buy[Read More…]
South Sudan marks World Standards Day
By William Madouk South Sudan, on October 14, joined the globe to mark World Standards Day (WSD). The day is observed annually to highlight the importance of standards and conformity assessment procedures in ensuring consumer safety and combatting substandard goods. This year, the event is commemorated under the theme[Read More…]
Ugandan envoy preaches Pan-Africanism
By William Madouk Ugandan Ambassador to South Sudan Brig-Gen. Ronnie Balya ‘ndc’ has emphasized the role of Pan-Africanism in fostering economic growth, advancing political interests on the global stage, and enhancing regional cooperation. Speaking during the celebration of Uganda’s 62nd Independence Anniversary in Juba on Friday last week, Ambassador[Read More…]
Warrap clashes; MP urges national gov’t to intervene
By Deng Ghai Deng A member of parliament representing Tonj North County in the Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) has called on the national government to intervene and stop the ongoing deadly inter-communal fighting in Warrap State. State officials reported that at least 20 people were killed and 38 others[Read More…]