To be a government official in South Sudan comes with a lot of responsibilities, most of which you use to hurt the civil population. If the president employs people to investigate how the citizens talk bad behind his back, the whole country will be arrested. It is everyone; even drunkards[Read More…]
Year: 2024
Dear Youth, I have a brief inquiry for all of us
By Chol Peter Majoh Where is the future that we have been told we are destined to lead? Unlike the future of an individual, as young people, we must understand what lies ahead for our nation. It is a misconception to think that no one is aware of the[Read More…]
Nation Talks
Water remains in the black market and is sold to those with direct contact, meaning, only to those who can afford to pay what the water tankers are asking while the poor are subjected to suffering. This is only happening in South Sudan since it’s claimed to be an open[Read More…]
South Sudan prepares for IMF, World Bank meetings
By William Madouk U.S. Ambassador to South Sudan, Michael J. Adler, and Central Bank governor, Dr. James Alic, on Tuesday evaluated ongoing financial reforms ahead of upcoming International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank meetings. This meeting followed a courtesy visit by the U.S. envoy to the headquarters[Read More…]
Bor prison receives medical supplies in seven months
By Deng Ghai Deng Bor Central Prison welcomed a much-needed consignment of medical supplies on Tuesday, the first delivery in seven months, addressing a critical shortage of essential medications for inmates. The prison health facility has been struggling to provide care for inmates vulnerable to diseases such as malaria,[Read More…]
Dutch Ambassador, Justice Minister discuss rule of law
By Deng Ghai Deng Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands and South Sudan Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, on Wednesday to explored collaborative strategies for strengthening the rule of law in the country. The discussion with minster Ruben Madol Arop, five weeks after Ambassador Paul Tholen arrived[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…]
Jau County officials decry poor roads
By Yiep Joseph The Commissioner of Jau County in the Ruweng Administrative Area (RAA), Weth Chol Kur, has called on both the national and local governments to enhance road connectivity in the area. This appeal was made during a reception for Ruweng Chief Administrator Tiob De Monyluak, who was[Read More…]
South Sudan inaugurates Computer Incident Response Team
By Bosco Bush National Communication Authority (NCA) on Wednesday, October 16, launched the South Sudan Computer Incident Response Team (SS-CIRT) meant to safeguard the country’s digital environment from cyber threats. CIRT will not only address current threats but will also play a proactive role in cyber security awareness across[Read More…]
U.S. urges gov’t’s urgent action to address food insecurity
By Philip Buda Ladu As the World Marks International Food Day, the United States Department of State has called on the transitional government of national unity (R-TGoNU) to take immediate action to combat food insecurity. In a statement issued on Wednesday to mark World Food Day observed annually on[Read More…]
Deforestation: A crisis fueled by economic hardships in South Sudan
By Kei Emmanuel Duku South Sudan’s alarming rate of deforestation is directly linked to the country’s economic hardships. Residents grapple with poverty, unemployment, and delayed government salaries, forcing many to turn to illegal timber logging and charcoal burning to survive. The lack of alternative livelihoods and government support has[Read More…]
Over 20,000 people die daily from conflict-related hunger globally-report
By William Madouk Between 7,000 and 21,000 people are possibly dying each day due to conflict-related hunger globally, this is according to a new Oxfam report published on World Food Day. The report dubbed ‘Food Wars’ conducted in 54 countries affected by conflict including South Sudan, and found that[Read More…]
Guterres urges protection of peacekeepers amid ongoing hostilities in Lebanon
By Deng Ghai Deng The UN Secretary-General António Guterres has emphasized the urgent need to ensure the safety and security of United Nations personnel and property, following recent attacks on UN positions in southern Lebanon that have injured peacekeepers. In a statement issued Tuesday, the UN said its entrance[Read More…]
Forgive her, though a pregnant candidate
Your daughter must have been influenced by her peers. Many young girls studying are forced to have boyfriends by their peers who already have their own. Having a boyfriend or girlfriend is what young people crave for. If your peers discover that you don’t have one, they give you names.[Read More…]
South Sudan crushes out of AFCON 2025
By Kei Emmanuel Duku Uganda has qualified for the 2025 AFCON of nations in Morocco with two games to spare after beating South Sudan’s Bright Stars 2:1 in Juba Stadium on Tuesday evening. Uganda took the lead in 15 minutes of the first half through Denise Omedi, however 6[Read More…]
Ruweng Administrator declares Lake No as agricultural zone
By Yiep Joseph Ruweng Chief Administrator, Tiob De Monyluak, has designated Lake No County as an agricultural zone, urging every household to establish at least a farm. In an address to residents at the Ruweng Administrative Area headquarters in Panrieng, Chief Monyluak emphasized that combating hunger requires active participation[Read More…]
Visually impaired advocate for access to literacy, artistic work
By William Madouk Persons with Visual Impairment are advocating to the government to ratify the Marrakesh Treaty, which improves access to published works for the blind. According to the World Blind Union, ratification of the treaty is an effort to ensure enough reading material is accessible to blind and[Read More…]
Korean peacekeeping contingent turns to rice production in South Sudan
By William Madouk Korean military contingent (Hanbit unit) of United Nations Mission in South Sudan demonstrates capability to combat hunger by partaking in farming. At Dr. John Garang Memorial University of Science in Bor, the Hanbit unit imparts farming techniques and operates farms to grow crops, to uplift South[Read More…]
Gov’t, partners train Ruweng lawmakers
By Yiep Joseph South Sudan government, in collaboration with various partners, is training Ruweng Administrative Area lawmakers. The three-day training, for over 20 members of the Ruweng Administrative Area Legislative Council, seeks to enhance their understanding of their roles and improve accountability within the executive branch. During the opening session[Read More…]
Gov’t formulating investment policy to boost economic growth
By Philip Buda Ladu South Sudan Ministry of Investment is advancing development of Investment Policy,” marking the first initiative of its kind since the country’s independence. This policy aims to establish a legal framework that has been absent, allowing the government to foster a conducive environment for investment and[Read More…]