Western Equatoria State

WES holds human rights training

By Jackson Gaaniko   Over 60 participants, including parliamentarians, civil society members, state government officials, and security forces, last week participated in a human rights training session in Yambio. The training aimed to reduce human rights violations and provide participants with a deeper understanding of individuals’ fundamental rights. Key stakeholders,[Read More…]

Western Equatoria launches youth, women peace initiative

By Gaaniko Jackson   Western Equatoria State and development partners have launched peace initiative aimed at empowering youth and women in conflict-affected regions. The launch ceremony, held in Yambio, introduced a two-state project set to be implemented in Western Equatoria and Unity State (Bentiu), focusing on areas recovering from prolonged[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…]

WES launches Cholera awareness campaign in schools

By Ganniko Jackson   Ministry of General Education and Instruction in Western Equatoria State (WES) has launched a Cholera Awareness and Prevention Campaign targeting schools across Yambio. The campaign is aimed at educating pupils and students on the dangers of cholera and equipping them with knowledge on preventive measures, especially[Read More…]

Episcopal Church delegation arrives WES for centenary celebration

By Jackson Gaaniko   High-level delegation of Episcopal Church of South Sudan and Sudan (ECS) arrived Diocese of Yambio, in preparation for upcoming 100 Years Centenary Celebration. On receiving the delegation at Yambio Airstrip on Tuesday, Acting Governor of Western Equatoria State (WES), Daniel Badagbu Rimbasa expressed the state government’s[Read More…]

Yambio arrests 15 suspects

By Jackson Gaaniko   Security forces in Western Equatoria State have restored calm in Yambio after arresting 15 suspected criminals were arrested. The suspects who were paraded in public on Monday, after arrest during security operation, are accused of looting, arson and destruction of property. According to police reports, nine[Read More…]

No clashes involving NAS-Maridi Commissioner

By Deng Ghai Deng Maridi County Commissioner Miri Matias has refuted any reports of clashes involving the National Salvation Front (NAS) in the area. Commissioner Matias assured the public that daily life in Maridi remains undisturbed and that there have been no instances of fighting. “There is no any incident[Read More…]

WES to get Agricultural College

By Kidega Livingstone   Kuda University’s administration and board of directors have announced plans to establish a new branch of the university in Nzara County, Western Equatoria State. The new branch will include a faculty of agriculture, with a focus on animal and plant husbandry. Speaking during a visit to[Read More…]

Catholic Bishop calls for a state of emergency over unrest

Kidega Livingstone   Catholic Bishop of Tambura-Yambio Diocese appealed to President Salva Kiir Mayardit to declare a state of emergency in Tambura after communal attacks. Bishop Edward Hiiboro Kussala made the call following spate of attacks in Tambura County of Western Equatoria State that has displaced many people. On Thursday,[Read More…]