By Charles K Mark Peace partners have taken to utilize various forms of artistic expression and cultural events to spread messages of unity and harmony throughout the country. Peace events were held in different parts of the country over the weekend including one in Western Equatoria state where people[Read More…]
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Upper Nile to subsidize food
By Mamer Abraham Upper Nile State government is considering procuring food items from the border town of Renk in a bid to subsidize commodity prices. Luka Away Nyebil, Director-General of Upper Nile State Ministry of Trade and Industry disclosed in an exclusive interview that the move is meant to[Read More…]
Lawmakers reject ‘dead Budget’
By Mangu Victor Western Equatoria State Legislative Assembly has rejected a draft budget for the fiscal year 2022/2023 after it took long to be tabled before the August House. Yesterday, the State Minister of Finance, Willam Adreano Baiki showed up in parliament and presented the budget for the last[Read More…]
Floods overturn trucks in Lakes State
By Yang Ater Yang Heavy flooding from unknown sources has blocked Bahr El Ghazal highway, leaving passengers, business vehicles, and truck drivers stranded alongside the road. Two heavy vehicles have overturned, further complicating the situation. The flooding occupied areas of Aerial-teen, Ameeth, and nearby Aluakluak Payam of Yirol West[Read More…]
Multiple initiatives worsen Sudan crisis -official
By William Madouk Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs has cautioned against inclusion of various peace initiatives in resolving Sudan crisis. Ramadan Mohammed Abdellah Goc argued that involvement of many actors could protract the conflict in unsettled Khartoum region. “We in South Sudan would like to clarify that Sudan is[Read More…]
Yei holds symposium on enhancing civic space
By James innocent Yei River County hosted a three-day stakeholder’s symposium on enhancing civic space in the region during the transitional period and post-elections. The symposium brought together journalists, civil society activists, and security operatives to discuss ways of promoting open dialogue and cooperation among key stakeholders. During the[Read More…]
Use talent to promote peace-Minister
By Charles K Mark Jonglei State Minister of Culture, Youth, and Sports, urges the youth to promote a culture of peace using their talents. Mabil Makuach Dau was speaking at Peace Festival last organized by UNHCR Field Office and Jonglei State Ministry of Peace Building in Bor. A wrestling[Read More…]
Troika demands SSPDF out of Abyei
By Bida Elly David and Hou Akot Hou Troika countries are calling on South Sudan government to withdraw its army from Abyei Administrative Area. The Troika call follows a fatal communal attack that has left dozens of people dead and scores of others wounded. A fierce fight erupted on[Read More…]
Sudan peace search gains momentum
By William Madouk All eyes are focused on Juba, where the leaders of the Sudanese Forces of Freedom and Change are meeting with the South Sudanese mediation team. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss strategies for achieving lasting peace and putting an end to the sound of[Read More…]
Bureau of Standards urged to boost quality control
By William Madouk First undersecretary of the National Ministry of Trade and Industry, Kuol Daniel Ayulo, has urged the South Sudan National Bureau of Standards (SSNBS) to enhance their quality surveillance activities throughout the country. SSNBS is mandated to address the issue of standardization and quality control for all[Read More…]
South Sudan Launches Disaster Early Warning System
By William Madouk Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management has launched an early warning system to mitigate the impact of natural disasters in the country. The system is designed to provide timely alerts to communities and relevant authorities in the event of impending disasters such as floods, droughts,[Read More…]
VP Abdelbagi warns against exam cheating
By Bida Elly David Vice President for the Service Cluster, Hussein Abdelbagi, has issued a stern warning to schools to desist from utilizing exam leaks as a means to pass their students. This cautionary message comes in light of recent reports suggesting that some schools may be taking advantage[Read More…]
Over 17,000 flood victims left homeless
By Charles K Mark Floods have caused devastating damage in Jonglei, with the state capital-Bor, being hit the hardest. Latest municipal authority reports indicate that more than 17,000 residents have been left homeless in the wake of the disaster. The situation remains dire as people struggle to cope with[Read More…]
MP urges gov’t to monitor Nimule border at night
By William Madouk National Assembly Specialized Committee for Trade and Industry Chairperson expressed concern over government’s failure to adequately protect the Nimule checkpoints during nighttime. Mr. Wilson Lodiong Sebit raised a red flag, warning of potential dangers that could arise as a result of negligence. He noted that[Read More…]
Fish traders decry hefty taxes
By Charles K Mark Fish traders operating in Jonglei State’s capital, Bor, have voiced their grievances about the high taxes imposed on them by the local government. The taxes, according to the traders, are having a detrimental impact on their ability to grow their businesses and succeed as[Read More…]
Police nabs over 70 suspected gang members
By Gladys Fred Kole Police, on Sunday evening, apprehended 70 individuals suspected of different criminal activities in Gumbo-Sherikat. “They are under detention and investigations are ongoing,” Police spokesperson Maj Gen. Daniel Justin told No. 1 Citizen Daily Newspaper yesterday. Gen. Justin said the operation will continue for 21 days,[Read More…]
P.8 candidates begin final exams
By Bida Elly David and correspondents Primary eight candidates on Monday began their Certificate of Primary Education (CPE) exams nationwide. About 69,573 candidates, 38,575 males and 30,998 females are sitting for the exams, in 551 examination centers in 1,665 schools across the country, according to officials. Amid challenges, officials[Read More…]
Kiir directs minister Geng to unite youth
By Gladys Fred Kole President Salva Kiir has directed the new national minister of youth and sports to foster unity among the youth fraternity across the nation. He made these remarks yesterday as he officiated the swearing-in of Dr. Joseph Geng Akec, who was appointed last Friday to the[Read More…]
Yei receives laboratory equipment
By James innocent National Ministry of General Education has aided Yei River County of Central Equatoria state with laboratory equipment to enhance science practicals in government schools. The equipment was donated to Kinji Senior Secondary School, one of the oldest government schools in the country. Yei River County commissioner,[Read More…]
Kiir’s drive to win youth support ousts Albino
By William Madouk As elections approach, political parties are increasingly cautious about their members’ behavior to secure votes and gain public trust. The stakes are high, and the competition is seemingly getting fierce, leaving no room for negligence, one small mistake could cost a leader dearly and lead to[Read More…]