By Kidega Livingstone Vice President for the Service Cluster, Hussein Abdelbagi Akol, has urged the people of South Sudan and partners in the health sector to remain patient as the government works to address the country’s economic hardship. Speaking during the signing of a declaration of commitment and collaboration[Read More…]
Year: 2024
At least 35 fuel trucks arrive in Juba to mitigate crisis
By Charles Kay Mark About 35 trucks of fuel have arrived in the country, as part of an effort to subsidize fuel prices and increase supply. Managing Director of South Sudan Oil and Gas Commission, James Deng Malimo announced arrival of the Trucks on Wednesday. He said the first[Read More…]
PIERCING: High prices at assembly restaurant irks MPs
By William Madouk Former spokesperson of the National Parliament, John Agany, has expressed concerns over the high food prices at the restaurant located inside the Assembly building. During a parliamentary session yesterday, Agany stood up to raise a point of information, first appreciating Speaker Nunu Kumba for installing a[Read More…]
All that we have to do to sustain our economy
By Ustaz Mark Bang Things that our country should consider before sustaining our economy are things to do with security, embark on agriculture, improve infrastructural facilities and restore the unity of our people. South Sudan was at war with Sudan; there was no this chronic disunity, manipulation of the[Read More…]
Nothing is ever free
I lost my Facebook account last week. I thought it was a joke. My good friend sent me a message. She started, “Have you received some money from UNICEF PROMOTION?” I answered, “NO.” She immediately sent the link and instructed me to tape the link and have more instructions. I[Read More…]
Fresh row over ownership of Juba Stadium
By Kei Emmanuel Juba National Stadium’s official inauguration yesterday was overshadowed by a renewed dispute over ownership. Central Equatorial State (CES) Minister of Culture, Youth and Sports, Rita Dominic Jada, told media on Monday that the stadium belongs to the Juba Local Football Association (JLFA) and the state ministry,[Read More…]
Bright Stars fall 3-0 to Sudan at Juba Stadium launch
By Kei Emmanuel Duku South Sudanese witnessed a historic yet disappointing night, as Sudan humiliated the national team 3:0, on Tuesday. Over 4,000 spectators and dignitaries, including President Salva Kiir and FIFA President Gianni Infantino, gathered for the stadium’s inauguration and the crucial FIFA World Cup qualifier against Sudan.[Read More…]
MTN boosts football with $25,000 donation to SSFA
By Kei Emmanuel Duku Telecommunications Company, MTN, has pledged its support to national football with a $25,000 donation to the South Sudan Football Association (SSFA). Ali Monzer, MTN’s CEO, announced the donation on Monday, ahead of the Juba Stadium inauguration. He emphasized MTN’s commitment to promoting national unity through[Read More…]
Al-Merriekh FC Bentiu warms for 2023/2024 CEACAFA Kagame Cup
By Kei Emmanuel Duku Al-Merriekh FC Bentiu is among teams considered by administration of Council of East and Central African Football Association (CECAFA) to participate in CECAFA Kagame Cup, this year. CECAFA has confirmed that 10 teams from the region to participate in this year’s edition, scheduled to take[Read More…]
Juba Stadium inauguration opens new sports era
By Kei Emmanuel Duku After three years of renovation, Juba National Stadium was finally inaugurated on Tuesday with a ceremony attended by President Salva Kiir and FIFA President Gianni Infantino. The $7.5 million renovation was funded by FIFA’s Forward Program. However, Gen. Augustino Maduot, South Sudan Football Association (SSFA)[Read More…]
Yei councilors receive training on legislative procedures
By Janes Innocent Over 50 government councilors in Yei River County, Central Equatoria State, have been on legislative procedures and rules. The three-day training, organized by the Raise Women Hope Initiative, aimed to “promote peace, harmony and justice” in the local government. Lwate Charles Wani, the Acting Manager of[Read More…]
Subsidized food now available in Juba- Minister
By Bida Elly David National Minister of Trade, William Anyuon Kuol, has announced that the long-awaited subsidized food items have arrived in the capital city, Juba. The minister’s announcement came after he was summoned by the National Legislative Assembly on Tuesday. “We are really sorry because the food has[Read More…]
$20 Million allocation to assist vulnerable South Sudanese
By Charles K Mark South Sudan Humanitarian Fund (SSHF) has allocated $20 million to provide life-saving assistance to 290,000 of the most vulnerable people in the country. The aid will be distributed in Aweil East (Northern Bahr El Ghazal), Nasir (Upper Nile), Rubkona (Unity), and Pibor (Greater Pibor Administrative[Read More…]
No rest until sports becomes catalyst for unity-Akech
By William Madouk National Minister of Youth and Sports, Dr Jospeh Geng Akech vowed not to rest until sport becomes a catalyst of unity and social aspiration across the country. “We will work tirelessly to ensure that sports become a catalysis for national unity, social aspiration and economic development,”[Read More…]
MPs compel trade minister to withdraw criticism
By Kidega Livingstone National Minister of Trade and Industry, William Anyuon Kuol was forced to withdraw a statement criticizing legislators for not visiting their constituencies during recess and engaging with constituents on issues of agricultural production. While responding to questions from lawmakers about the government intervention on looming hunger[Read More…]
Kiir vows funding sports to foster unity
By Charles K Mark President Salva Kiir Mayardit has pledged to invest in sports to foster peace and national unity within the country. Kiir’s commitment was expressed during the inauguration of the country’s first modern sports facility, the Juba National Stadium, on Tuesday. Kiir emphasized that the celebration of[Read More…]
Finance Minister promises salary pay
By Kidega Livingstone Minister of Finance and Planning, Awow Daniel Chuang, has promised to release the salaries in the coming days. This announcement came after Members of Parliament summoned the Minister to answer questions regarding the eight-month delay in civil servant salaries. “On the issue of whether in the[Read More…]
No legacy is as rich as honesty
By Ustaz Mark Bang The six principles many learned individuals should follow are truth, non-violence, simplicity, faith, selflessness, and respect for an individual. Benjamin Franklin, one of the Founding Fathers of the United States, gave the proverb, “Honesty is the Best Policy.” One needs to be honest in everything,[Read More…]
SSPDF soldiers in Aweil receive food aid
By Hou Akot Hou Commissioner of Aweil North County in Northern Bahr El Ghazal State has provided much-needed food assistance to South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF) stationed at the Sudan border. On Saturday, the Aweil North County Commissioner, Kiir Chan Wol, visited Brigade 9 in Jorboich, where he[Read More…]
Over 10 PWDs get land documents
By Kidega Livingstone At least 15 Persons living with Disabilities on Unity State received land registration documents to protect their land. The documents were provided by Civil Society Coalition on Natural Resources (CSCNR) in Bentiu Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camp. The handing over of the documents, which was supported[Read More…]