By Philip Buda Ladu Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) has strongly condemned an armed attack on its healthcare workers in Upper Nile State, which has now forced the organization to suspend medical outreach activities in Nasir and Ulang counties. In a statement extended to this outlet, MSF said on Wednesday, January[Read More…]
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Renewed clashes reported in WES
By Bosco Bush Confrontations between South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF) and opposition forces allegedly resumed yesterday in Kubri Bou, Nagero County, Western Equatoria State, though no casualties have been reported. The fighting, which began last Saturday, is linked to the removal of a checkpoint at Kubri Bou where[Read More…]
CES launches cleaning campaign in Juba PoC
By Yiep Joseph Central Equatoria State (CES) Cholera Task Force has launched a cleaning campaign in Internal Displaced Persons (IDP) camp 3 in Juba to improve hygiene and control spread of cholera. Paulino Lukudu, CES Deputy Governor and Chair of the State Cholera Task Force, while launching the event, called[Read More…]
Climate-resilient farming techniques improve food security in Kapoeta North
By Kei Emmanuel Duku Residents of South Sudan’s Kapoeta North County, Eastern Equatoria State, a predominantly pastoral area, is facing severe food insecurity, driven by drought and dwindling rainfall. With crops failing, many are now relying on wild fruits and even animal blood for nourishment. Farmers in the area report[Read More…]
Artist seeks compensation for National Coat of Arms
By Bosco Bush After 13 years of waiting, Mr. Chol Anei Anei, the artist who painted South Sudan Coat of Arms, is demanding compensation from the government for his artwork. On November 29, President Salva Kiir Mayardit invited Anei to his office and signed a copy of the coat of[Read More…]
OPP decries exclusion from Tumaini Peace Initiative
By Yiep Joseph Leader of the umbrella of other political parties (OPP), Peter Mayen Majokdit, called for inclusion in the ongoing Tumaini Peace Initiative. In an interview with this outlet, Mayen demanded participation in the talks, claiming neglecting signatories from 2018 from participating in the Tumaini is a violation. “There[Read More…]
MP denounces ongoing Ugandan military attacks
By William Madouk A Member of Parliament representing Ikotos County, Eastern Equatoria, in the National Parliament has raised concerns about continuous cross-border attacks and encroachments by the Uganda People’s Defense Forces (UPDF). Legislator Tobiolo Alberio Oromo stated that the Ugandan army recently attacked Mosingo village and raided two kraals. Fortunately,[Read More…]
UK donates $239 million to tackle climate change
By Kei Emmanuel Duku United Kingdom has announced new funding amounting to $239 million to help forest-rich nations tackle climate change. The pledge was made on November 22, 2024, at the closing day of the COP29 conference in Baku, Azerbaijan. According to a Press Release issued by the UK delegation[Read More…]
The Good News about 2024 South Sudan National Examinations
The pupils and the students are very ready for exams. After having the experience of last year national exams, learners have no hope of anything else than their effort. They are reading each day. They are revising each day. Many learners, both in primary eight and S4 have formed small[Read More…]
Kiir sacks WBG governor
By Staff President Kiir has sacked Western Bahr el Ghazal governor, Sarah Cleto, in a decree issued on Friday evening. Sarah Cleto, under Sudan People’s Liberation Movement in Opposition (SPLM-IO) was the only female governor in the country. In a separate decree, Kiir appointed Emmanuel Okello as the new governor.[Read More…]
Drivers suspend Juba-Bor highway movement over clashes
By Deng Ghai Deng Traffic along the Juba-Bor highway has come to a complete halt following a deadly security incident involving armed groups and cattle traders from the Greater Pibor Administrative Area (GPAA). The clash, which took place on Wednesday morning in Mogiri Payam of Juba County, has left at[Read More…]
Floods destroy major roads in Aweil East
By Hou Akot Hou Residents of Aweil East County continue to face challenges due to the deteriorating condition of the road connecting the area to Aweil Town. The road, between Akuem and Dokul in Aweil East County, which has been severely damaged by recent flooding, is hindering the transportation[Read More…]
Activist condemns detention of Kenyan counterpart
By Manas James Okony A South Sudanese civil society activist, Bol Deng Bol, has condemned the detention of Kenyan activist, Mr. Boniface Mwangi, allegedly government agents there since Sunday. In a press release extended to No. 1 Citizen Daily Newspaper yesterday, activist Bol, known for his steadfast commitment to[Read More…]
Pochalla farmers count losses over floods
By Manas James Okony Farmers in Pochalla South County, part of the Greater Pibor Administrative Area (GPAA), are facing severe losses due to flooding caused by days of unrelenting torrential rains. Crops are submerged, leaving livelihoods in tatters. Speaking to No. 1 Citizen Daily Newspaper, distraught farmers described the[Read More…]
Prosecutors, police investigators discussing electoral offences
By Deng Ghai Deng More than 60 prosecutors and police investigators from across South Sudan convened in Juba on October 16-17 for a crucial workshop aimed at enhancing their roles in preventing and addressing electoral offences. Organized under the guidance of the Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs (MoJCA)[Read More…]
Rights body urges increased scrutiny of South Sudan’s records
By Deng Ghai Deng Amnesty International has called for intensified scrutiny of South Sudan’s human rights situation, emphasizing that technical assistance alone is insufficient to address the ongoing violations. In a statement delivered at the UN Human Rights Council, on Monday Amnesty International said the government has repeatedly failed[Read More…]
I am not against Nairobi Peace talks-Ateny
By John Akoon Former press secretary in the Office of President Ateny Wek Ateny denied having political influence to oppose the Nairobi peace talks. Ateny stated that he does not have influence over any party negotiating with holdout groups in the Nairobi peace talks, adding that all the things[Read More…]
Northern Corridor moves to promote fair trade in East Africa
By William Madouk Northern Corridor Transit and Transport Coordination Authority (NCTTCA) strategizes to block loopholes in bid to end graft and promote fair trade in East African region. Bageya Waiswa, the permanent secretary of Ugandan ministry of Works and Transport, also chairperson for Northern Corridor Executive Committee disclosed the[Read More…]
Last extension-MPs
By William Madouk Section of national lawmakers have urged the Revitalized Transitional Government of National Unity, (RTGoNU) to utilize the recent two years extension adequately, as the last. The lawmakers voiced their concerns over what they perceived as lack of political will, in implementing the 2018 peace deal that[Read More…]
Aweil East begins road renovation
By Hou Akot Hou Authorities in Aweil East County, Northern Bahr El Ghazal State, have commenced renovations on the road connecting Aweil Town to the county. This follows severe flooding that has disrupted access. Commissioner Diing Aher Ngong reported that efforts are underway to repair the road, which has[Read More…]