By Mangu Victor Equatoria Teak Company Ltd in Western Equatoria State (WES) has officially handed over rehabilitated feeder roads in Sakure Payam, Nzara County, to the State Ministry of Roads and Bridges. During a ceremony held in the Tumba area of Sakure Payam, the WES Minister of Roads and[Read More…]
Year: 2024
Gov’t asks for Climate Change adaptation project funding
By Kidega Livingstone In the face of an impending flooding crisis, the government of South Sudan has called on the Global Fund and GAVI (the Vaccine Alliance) to increase funding for climate change adaptation measures. This request comes after Uganda issued a serious alert to South Sudan; warning of[Read More…]
USSP party demands Ice Factory closure
By Kidega Livingstone United South Sudan Party (USSP) has called for immediate closure of AK Ice factory located within residential area of Juba’s Nabari Northern Zone, citing serious concerns raised by the local residents. According to the party’s spokesperson, Nyarsuk Patrick James, the residents have expressed grave concerns over[Read More…]
Parliament passes Wildlife Bill
By Philip Buda Ladu Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) on Monday unanimously passed Tourism Bill 2024 from its third and final reading stages. It now awaits the president’s assent into law. The bill was first presented to the TNLA in 2023 by the Minister of Wildlife Conservation and Tourism[Read More…]
The Church is an assembly of worshipers and in this regard, a congregation of followers of Jest Christ, the Christians; by the shepherded, are to be independent. By donation of SSP 10 million for completion of a Church Project in Luri Payam, His Eminence Stephen Cardinal Ameyu Martin Mulla demonstrates[Read More…]
Cardinal donates SSP10 million for Church project
By Charles K Mark The head of the Catholic Church in South Sudan has donated 10 million South Sudanese Pounds for completion of a project at Sacred Heart of Jesus-Kworejik in Luri Payam. His Eminence Stephen Cardinal Ameyu Martin Mulla announced the contribution during the feast of Sacred Heart[Read More…]
Juba Stadium set for Sudan derby, today
Kei Emmanuel Duku/William Madouk All roads lead to Juba National Stadium as the national team, Bright Stars, set their sights on victory against Sudan in today’s FIFA World Cup qualifier at Juba National Stadium. Sudan National Team is already in the County to face South Sudan. Bright Stars’ Head[Read More…]
Uganda stops South Sudanese Fish traders crossing to DR. Congo
By Charles K. Mark Several South Sudanese fish traders have raised concerns over actions taken by Uganda’s Fisheries Protection Unit (FPU), impounding fish shipments worth $1,127,000 belonging to the traders. Mangar Akuot Yuang, from the South Sudan Fish Traders’ Union in the Democratic Republic of Congo, said the FPU[Read More…]
Lomuro announces disbursement peace fund
By Bida Elly David Cabinet Affairs Minister, Martin Elia Lomuro, has announced disbursement of funds to various peace implementation committees. “As I speak now, payments to the concerned agreement institutions have been made,” Lomuro said. The announcement follows days after Lawmakers questioned the minister over alleged missing of cash[Read More…]
Knowledge makes a man unfit to be a slave (Part II)
By Ustaz Mark Bang The white man’s happiness cannot be purchased by the black man’s misery. We have been trying to fight off illiteracy, disunity, tribalism, silence, and threats from those whose visions are short. Those who don’t see what is destroying and affecting us. Never should this be,[Read More…]
Set a thief to catch a thief
By Malek Arol Dhieu If a property is stolen from you and you go out in search of a thief, you may not get the thief easily. The easiest way to get a thief is to hire another thief to look for him. The motive behind it is that thieves[Read More…]
Central Bank’s new headquarters nears completion
By Ngor Deng Matem The construction of the Bank of South Sudan’s (BoSS) new headquarters is progressing steadily, with the project expected to be completed. During a recent site visit, BoSS Governor Dr. James Alic Garang expressed his appreciation for the work done by the Shandong Construction Company and[Read More…]
Yei prepares to receive Jadalla
By James Innocent The people of Yei River County are preparing and eagerly awaiting the arrival of Governor, Augustino Jadalla Wani. In preparation for the governor’s upcoming tour of the state’s six counties, over ten reception committees have been formed in Yei. The date of the visit is yet[Read More…]
Respect chain of command, Jadalla tells cabinet
By Bida Elly David Central Equatoria State (CES) Governor Augustino Jadallah has warned state officials and lawmakers against misusing titles and called on them to respect the chain of command in government operations. The directive was issued during a meeting of the CES Council of Ministers, according to the[Read More…]
25 equipped on electoral process
By Yang Ater Yang United Nations Integrated Electoral Assistance Team (UN IEAT) organized a 3-day “Building Resources in Democracy, Governance and Elections” (BRIDGE) workshop in Lakes State. The training covered electoral principles, the legal framework for the electoral process, an overview of the electoral system, the roles and functions[Read More…]
Eminent protest as University lecturers demand 7 months’ pay
By Yang Ater Yang Lecturers at the Rumbek University of Science and Technology (RUST) are demanding immediate payment of seven months’ worth of salary arrears and outstanding allowances for the 2023-2024 academic year. This came after the general assembly of the Rumbek University of Science and Technology academic association[Read More…]
Nairobi Talks; Parties respond to peace protocols
By Staff writer The parties participating in the Nairobi peace talks will today provide their input into a 75-page document that will be transformed into peace protocols. Last week, the mediators presented a summarized version of the presentations made by the parties on four key topics: political issues and[Read More…]
The Norwegian government has always been with the people of South Sudan and their aspiration for freedom, peace and dignified life. Reaffirming her commitment to fostering lasting peace in the country, we must appreciate Norway’s unfading determination to help South Sudan achieve her long-term goals, By acknowledging contribution of the[Read More…]
Norway pledges support to Nairobi talks
By Charles K Mark Norwegian government has reaffirmed its commitment to fostering lasting peace in South Sudan, a country it considers a longstanding ally. Norwegian Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide emphasized Norway’s dedication to collaborating with Kenya in overcoming the obstacles impeding the South Sudanese peace process.[Read More…]
Over 3,400 teachers to take evaluation exams
By Hou Akot Hou About 3,410 teachers in Aweil East County will participate in evaluation interviews conducted by the Aweil East County’s Education Department on June 15th, 2024. The assessments aim to gauge the qualifications and competencies of the teaching staff, in order to identify areas for professional development[Read More…]