By Malek Arol Four-storey building under construction in Juba’s Hai Thoura neighborhood collapsed Thursday; killing one person on spot while four other workers sustained injuries. According to Stephen Taban, an eyewitness who was close to the site, the building collapsed at around 9:00 Am, while the engineers were at work[Read More…]
Year: 2023
Security arrangements not funded-NTC
By William Madouk National Transitional Committee (NTC) said lack of funding remains a serious challenge hindering the expeditious implementation of the security arrangement. Stephen Par Kuol, the NTC’s head of the secretariat, disclosed on Thursday, during the 30th plenary of the Reconstituted Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission (RJMEC), in Juba.[Read More…]
Grounding airliners with forgery registrations and mechanical unworthiness does not only expose a rot in a system but more so, saves lives. South Sudan has a record of loved ones lost to crashes from not airworthy planes hovering the country’s airspace and further losses need to be curtailed. At least[Read More…]
The Juba-Nesitu-Torit-Kapoeta and Nadapal Highway: A Catalyst for Economic Development in South Sudan
By Gama Hassan Oscas South Sudan, a landlocked country, faces numerous challenges in achieving economic prosperity. However, the construction of the Juba-Nesitu-Torit-Kapoeta and Nadapal Highway presents a promising opportunity to transform the nation’s fortunes. This critical infrastructure project, which unfortunately suffered a sudden halt due to insufficient funds, holds immense[Read More…]
Sometimes it hurts to remain strong
It is not an easy task to remain strong in a country where people are always in tears. On the street right now, there is a man like you talking loudly alone on how to put food on the table for his children and where to get their school fees[Read More…]
South Sudan is Good in Planning Socio-economic Development Programs but Poor in Implementation
By Joseph Akim Gordon South Sudan is good on paper, but our ordinary citizens do not see the benefits of the paperwork except if it is transformed into tangible benefits, such as when the citizens can put food on the table when citizens are able to seek medical care in[Read More…]
Value life than property
By Tong Akok Anei Mawien In this modern world where possession of a property has become the fight of the day, whether, by individuals, governments, or organized institutions, many of our daily engagements are deeply rooted in owning something, but initially, when God created man and placed him on earth,[Read More…]
Returnees appeal for assistance
By Hou Akot Hou Sixty-eight returnees recently brought to Wadwil, to join thousands of others and refugees camping under dire humanitarian conditions are appealing for aid. The returnees were transported to Aweil East as part of the integration process, but they could not locate their relatives. Ngor Dut Ngor, one[Read More…]
Conflicting communities sign peace
By William Madouk Luacjang and Pakam communities from Warrap and Lakes states have reached a ceasefire deal to stop continued revenge attacks and inter-communal violence. “Any disagreement we have should be resolved legally, in court, rather than violently,” Manyiel Lieny Wol, Pakam Paramount Chief, who is a signatory to[Read More…]
Over 100 patients get free eye surgery
By Yien Gattuor At least one hundred and five (105) individuals have undergone free eye surgeries at Ruweng Administrative Area Hospital. The free eye camp commenced on June 28th and concluded on June 29th. The Tuach Riek Gai Foundation organized the surgeries with support from the Greater Pioneer Operating Company[Read More…]
Canada appoints new Ambassador to Juba
By Gladys Fred Kole Canadian government on Tuesday, July 4, 2023, designated a new head of mission to its embassy in the Republic of South Sudan. In a statement, seen by this outlet, Canada’s foreign ministry said Minister, Mélanie Joly has appointed Aly-Khan Rajani as its new ambassador to South[Read More…]
Jonglei launches Back-to-Learning campaign
By Manas James Jonglei State government has launched a Back-to-Learning campaign in the state capital, Bor to encourage the enrollment of school-age children and dropouts. Addressing citizens who gathered to attend Tuesday’s launching ceremony, Gabriel Deng Ajak, the state education minister, emphasized the importance of education in the country’s development.[Read More…]
Court orders Radio Jonglei to pay former staff SSP 1.6M
By Gladys Fred Kole & Staff writer High Court has ordered Radio Jonglei, a community station in Bor town, to pay 1,660,400 SSP in compensation to five volunteer staff whose contracts were terminated last year. High Court judge, Justice John Yel Aleu, who presided over the case said, in a[Read More…]
SPLM loyalists end jubilation
By Hou Akot Hou Joyous moments come to an end. As Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) Supporters who converged at Wau, Western Bahr El Ghazal State, for a splendid rally, at last, retreat home. Northern Bahr El Gazal state Minister of Information, William Anyuon Kuol, said that SPLM supporters from[Read More…]
Gov’t grounds four aircraft companies
By William Madouk National Minister of Transport, Madut Biar Yel, has suspended four airline companies from flying in South Sudan’s airspace over fake registration. “I, Madut Biar Yel, the minister of transport, do hereby issue this ministerial order for suspension of the companies,” partly read the order signed by the[Read More…]
Gudele One residents under eminent eviction
By Bida Elly David South Sudan National police spokesperson, Maj. Gen. Daniel Justin alerts Gudele One residents to prepare vacating the area before law enforcement personnel implements court eviction order. “We got the court ruling in our favor because those are citizens, as we told them before. We have the[Read More…]
Legal concerns surrounding South Sudan’s Traffic Practices: A Critical Analysis
By Gama Hassan Oscas In recent years, South Sudan’s traffic authorities have been issuing drivers’ test certificates after individuals have already been licensed to drive, deviating from the conventional practice of testing before issuing driving permits. Moreover, they have introduced expiry dates for these test certificates, logbooks, and even the[Read More…]
Choose to be kind sometimes, even if it is once in a while
This world has always been a painful place for each and every living thing and when I say, “living thing”. I include animals. But let me first put aside animals, mankind has to fight its way to earn a decent living but only a few manage to do that, and[Read More…]
To restore broken Relationship Between Parents and Children is Commendable
By Joseph Akim Gordon Problems, conflicts, and misunderstandings are part of life, whether you like it or not. They will happen, but you need not escalate them. As parents, you must learn to embrace the heart of forgiveness and reconciliation. You, as a father and mother, should not expose your[Read More…]
So soon do appointees forget the trust bestowed upon them
One very forgetful thing is the promise often said in the swearing-in ceremonies that I will not let down the president and the people of South Sudan and that, I will do all it takes to make sure improvements are seen and felt. Another very ear-piercing promise is to cooperate[Read More…]