By William Madouk A subtle tug of war continues unraveling as the authorities in Warrap State and Abyei Special Administrative Area (ASAA) disagree over who was responsible for the recent spate of attacks. Warrap State authorities, in a recent missive, disputed Abyei Administrative Area claim that youth from Twic[Read More…]
Year: 2024
Lakes state condemn senseless killings, urges peace
By Yang Ater Yang Lakes State government has condemned the recent bloody cattle camp clashes in Alor Payam of Rumbek North County that claimed lives of 39 people. The Wednesday clashes claimed lives from both sides of Pakam and Luac-Jang communities. Lakes state police spokesperson, Maj. Elijah Mabor Makuac,[Read More…]
Insecurity; MPs Demand end to illicit logging
By Bida Elly David Lawmakers representing Kajo-Keji County at the Central Equatoria State Transitional Legislative Assembly have called on the county authority to immediately stop logging activities for security to prevail. Kajo-Keji County has witnessed series of ambushes and surprise attacks by unidentified assailants, in last two weeks,[Read More…]
The last time I talked to myself was a minute ago
I always talk to myself. I tell the man in me that you are mature enough and so, be a responsible man. I tell him to go out, fetch for food and bring it home. I tell him to face the challenges of survival. I never miss any single minute[Read More…]
Eternal life in Jesus alone
Abraham Anyon Ngoor Gorjok For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten son that whosoever believes in him should not perish but have an everlasting life (John 3:16). There is a mystery that all of us have got to understand as believers and those who[Read More…]
Expedite processing EAC passport –IGP urges
By Bida Elly David Inspector General of Police, General Atem Marol Biar, said South Sudan, as chair of the East African Community (EAC), should expedite the processing and printing of EAC passports. General Marol was speaking during the welcoming ceremony of the new Director General for the Directorate of[Read More…]
Fresh cattle influx baffles State cabinet
By William Madouk Central Equatoria cabinet is facing a fresh headache over a return of cattle keepers to the state. In its ordinary council of ministers meeting, the governor, Emmanuel Adil Anthony, expressed a deep concern about the roaming cattle herder, who have returned in large numbers. Central Equatoria[Read More…]
Immigration Boss promises to fix institutional mess
By Bida Elly David Director General for the Directorate of Civil Registry Nationality, Passport, and Immigration (DCRNPI) has promised to fix all the irregularities in the institution to enable systematic and smooth operation. Maj. Gen. Simon Majur Pabek made his pledge during his welcoming ceremony held at the immigration[Read More…]
Kiir separates ministerial powers
By Charles K Mark President Salva Kiir Mayardit issued a presidential order on Wednesday evening separating the powers of the Minister, Undersecretary, and Director General in the ministry of petroleum. The head of state exercised powers vested on him in pursuance to the provisions of Articles 97, 3 and[Read More…]
NBG Agriculture minister sacked
By Hou Akot Hou Northern Bahr el Ghazal State Minister of Agriculture and Forestry, Hon. Anei Deng Akok, has been fired in a gubernatorial decree. The governor, Tong Aken Ngor, then appointed Hon. Awaya Awaya Makuei as his replacement. The successor, Awaya, and his predecessor, Anei Deng Akok, are[Read More…]
Farmers, herders engage in seasonal migration conference
By Charles K Mark Over 50 participants, drawn from famers and pastoralist communities in Western Bahr el Ghazal, held deliberations, reaffirming their willingness to abide by the tenets of the Marial Bai Agreement and spreading its key messages. The mini-conference was hosted in the Western Bahr el Ghazal State[Read More…]
UNMISS empowers Lakes State on responsive governance
Yang Ater Yang A two-day workshop organized by the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) to empower Lakes State stakeholders on responsive governance and women’s Rights concluded in Rumbek on Wednesday. The workshop brought together 50 participants, including lawmakers, executives, women, youth, and civil society representatives, to discuss[Read More…]
Yei County receives office equipment
By James Innocent Agriculture Department of Yei River County in Central Equatoria State recently received office equipment from German government. The donation was delivered by German Development Agency (GIZ), South Sudan The office equipment included chairs, tables, three laptops, two printers, a large screen, a projector, shelf drawers, and[Read More…]
NSS denies arresting Gen. Malong’s allies
By William Madouk Directorate of Internal Security Bureau of the National Security Service (NSS) has dismissed allegations by Gen. Paul Malong Awan that some innocent people have been arrested for being his allies. NSS Director of Public Relations, Internal Security Bureau, David John Kumuri said in an interview with[Read More…]
Missing Wildlife warden found hanging dead
By Hou Akot Hou A wildlife officer in Northern Bahr El Gazal State was found dead hanging from a tree in a forest on Tuesday, according to wildlife authorities. The director of the wildlife department in NGBs, John Reuben identified to deceased officer to journalists in Aweil on Wednesday,[Read More…]
Deadly clashes leave 20 dead, 34 injured
By Young Ater Yang At least 20 people were killed and 34 others injured in a clash between youth groups. on Wednesday. Lakes State Police Spokesperson, Maj. Elijah Mabor Makuac confirmed receiving a report on the bloody inter-communal fight. According to the police, the incident occurred between armed cattle[Read More…]
Corruption report irks Makuei
By William Madouk Exactly thirteen years since independence, South Sudan has maintained upper position of the most corrupt countries in the global classification. According to Transparency International (TI) reports, the Corruption Perception Index (CPI) 2023, the youngest nation remains on position 177, the second most corrupt, alongside Syria and[Read More…]
Budi County vows to end cattle theft, road ambushes
By Jino Wilson In a move towards peace and reconciliation, Budi County communities of Eastern Equatoria State have pledged to stop hiding suspects involved in cattle theft and road ambushes. This commitment comes ahead of a peace dialogue scheduled for mid-February between Budi and Ikoto counties. Community leaders, youths,[Read More…]
Trade minister in China to boost industry
By William Madouk The minister of trade and industry, William Anyuon Kuol, has jetted to the People’s Republic of China for a strategic plan to improve the trade and industry sectors in the country. Mr. Anyuon led a delegation comprising the undersecretary in the ministry, Kuol Daniel Ayulo,[Read More…]
Aweil West announces elimination of stray dogs
By Hou Akot Hou Authorities in Aweil West County, Northern Bahr el Ghazal State, have issued an order to eliminate all street dogs that wander without their rightful owners on Saturday. The police have issued a statement announcing to the public that they should stay home this coming Saturday so[Read More…]