By Gladys Fred Kole Former Commissioner of Magwi County, Eastern Equatoria State has been released on bail after nearly four months under detention. Otto David Remson and his co-accused, Oringa Daniel, were both set free on Tuesday. Acholi community chairperson, Otim David, confirmed the release of the former commissioner,[Read More…]
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Fate of 2024 Elections depend on peace parties-Ramaphosa
By William Madouk South Africa’s President, Cyril Ramaphosa appeals to parties to navigate challenges ahead and exit the country through peaceful democratic exercise. Appreciating his meeting with principals and parties to the peace deal, Ramaphosa was grateful for “frank” and “comprehensive” briefing on the September 2018 agreement. “The people[Read More…]
Yei Joint Stars’ Ambayo Immaculate disqualified
By Kei Emmanuel Duku Organizing committee for South Sudan Women’s Cup third edition has disqualified Ambayo Immaculate, a player for Yei Joint Stars, for the rest of the remaining fixtures. According to the committee, a petition was raised by Bentiu City SC on Tuesday following their 5:0 defeat to[Read More…]
Hat Trick Queen to watch against Munuki FC in Central Equatoria State Debry.
By Kei Emmanuel Duku Yei Joint Stars FC beat Bentiu City SC 7:2 on aggregate on Wednesday to book a slot in the second phase of South Sudan Women’s Cup against Munuki FC (W). Harriet Dusman was the Queen for Yei Joint Stars as she scored a hat trick[Read More…]
South Sudan Basketball team risks missing Paris Olympics
By Kei Emmanuel Duku. South Sudan basketball national team risks not taking part in upcoming Paris Olympic Games, due to start on 26th July to 11th August, this year. Chief De Mission (CDM) to the South Sudan National Olympics Committee, Eunice Philip Jada has revealed time is running out[Read More…]
EA Court of Justice trains South Sudanese Judges, legal counselors
By Jurugo Emmanuel Ogasto East African Court of Justice (EACJ), in collaboration with Centre for Public Interest Law (CEPIL), trained over 15 judges and legal counselors from the Ministry of Justice. The Wednesday training was conducted on good governance and rule of law in the East African Community. Speaking[Read More…]
Police calls for public support to curb insecurity
By Jurugo Emmanuel Ogasto National Police Service urges the public to cooperate with law enforcement officers in order to reduce rates of crimes in Juba City. Maj. Gen. Daniel Justin, national police spokesperson made the call while briefing the media on crime rates in the country. According to his[Read More…]
A man dies, another survives suicide
By Yang Ater Yang A 30-year-old man in Yirol East County of Lakes state, committed suicide after a dispute with his stepmother over cattle ownership. Lakes State Police Spokesperson, Major Elijah Mabor Makuac said the victim, identified as Meen Wundit Achinran shot himself in Kuei cattle camp and the[Read More…]
Alcohol kills Boda-Boda cyclist
By Yang Ater Yang A Boda-Boda rider in Rumbek Town, Lakes State has died after consuming excessive alcohol. Lakes State Police spokesperson, Major Elijah Mabor Makuac said that at least 42 people, including women, have been arrested following the incident. According to the police spokesman, the man passed away[Read More…]
Lawmakers brawl with governor over allowance
By Bida Elly David/ Hou Akot Internal disagreement ensued in Northern Bahr-El-Ghazal State Assembly after some lawmakers petitioned the state governor over allowance. In a statement extended to No. 1 Citizen Daily Newspaper yesterday, NBG state assembly spokesperson, Garang Kuol Mabior said some lawmakers accuse governor Tong Aken Ngor[Read More…]
Ministry considers community awareness on land
By Gladys Fred Kole Public awareness on land ownership and management are vital, National Minister of Lands, Housing, and Urban Development, has said. Minister, Michael Chiangjiek stressed during a meeting with partners that communities need to be enlightened to address land disputes. “If you solve the land issue, in[Read More…]
Analyst urges transparency in election funds
By Bida Elly David Management of the recently released 22 billion South Sudanese Pound election budget allocated to National Election Commission (NEC), must be transparent-Analyst urges. Boboya James Edmond, an analyst, who founded a national think tank, the Institute of Social Policy and Research (ISPR), emphasizes on proper use[Read More…]
Insecurity instigating land conflict–official
By Gladys Fred National Land Commission blames insecurity across the country as a driving factor for land grabbing in Juba City, as citizens flee villages for safety, to settle in a peaceful environment. Mr. Robert Ladu Lwoki, Chairperson of National Land Commission said that cases of land, that they[Read More…]
Over 2,000 IDPs occupy schools in Rokon Payam
By Charles K Mark About 2,500 internally displaced persons (IDPs) have taken over schools in Rokon Payam of Juba County, Central Equatoria State. A chief in Rokon Payam, Osman Ampelio Legge told this outlet via phone, on Tuesday, that the IDPs fled clashes in Minga Payam of Mundri East[Read More…]
Ruweng chief Administrator hints on oil spill, invasion
By William Madouk Ruweng Administrative Area (RAA) chief administrator spills the rot in oil pollution, an alarming rate of child deformities, and alleged occupation. To Council of States. Taking to the podium, Stephano Wieu de Mialek hinted in his presentation before the Upper House of the Legislature on[Read More…]
East African Court summons South Sudan gov’t over Kalisto’s disappearance
By Charles K Mark East African Court of Justice has summoned the government of South Sudan over arbitrary detention of former mayor of Juba City, Kalisto Lado Faustino. The court summons letter dated April 16, 2024, from the East African Court of Justice, first division at Arusha, Tanzania, was[Read More…]
Over 30 women trained on business, tailoring
By Yang Ater Yang At least 30 women have completed a comprehensive 10-day training program on empowerment through tailoring, Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLA) for economic sustainability. The training in Rumbek North County of Lakes state, was organized by For Us All Agency, supported by Pakam Intellectuals. Lahat[Read More…]
Farmers call for security, gov’t support
By Charles K Mark Farmers participating in an inclusive agribusiness club exhibition in Juba have voiced concerns about the prevailing insecurity that hampers their ability to engage in large-scale agricultural production. They believe that with improved security measures and government support, the country has the potential to significantly boost[Read More…]
Chinese Embassy donates food to Islamic Council
By Jurugo Emmanuel Ogasto Embassy of China in Juba has donated food items that included sunflower oil, rice, and flour, to South Sudan Islamic Council on Tuesday. During the donation ceremony, Ambassador Ma Qiang expressed his congratulations to the Islamic Council and the Muslim community for successfully concluding Eid[Read More…]
Police condemn revenge killing
By Yang Ater Authorities in Lakes State are pursuing a suspect involved in the killing of an individual from Panyijiar County in Unity State last week. The incident occurred in Amongpiny Payam. Lakes State Police spokesperson, Major Elijah Mabor Makuac, in an interview with the No. 1 Citizen[Read More…]