By Philip Buda Ladu African Development Bank (AfDB) annual meeting in Nairobi, ends with governor of the Bank of South Sudan (BoSS) marketing the country for investment opportunities. Dr. James Alic Garang also sealed a grant deal for South Sudan to be one of the beneficiaries of a financing[Read More…]
Year: 2024
South Sudan. Belarus to boost Investment corporation
By Philip Buda Ladu Council of Ministers has endorsed a memo on boosting bilateral relations and cooperation in various investment fields between South Sudan and Belarus. Minister of Investment, Dr. Dhieu Mathok Diing presented the memo to the council of ministers, on Friday. The memo was in regard to[Read More…]
Jonglei clarifies on shooting at Chagor’s residence
By William Madouk Disgruntled bodyguards to the former governor of Jonglei state, Denay Jock Chagor, rocked gunfire on Friday evening and raided armory. According to the state information Minister, Nyamar Lony Thickot, the group forcibly entered the armory at Chogar’s residence and parted with several firearms. The incident[Read More…]
Shun corruption, work for the nation-Cleric
By Bida Elly David Bishop Yohana Benjamin of the Episcopal Church of South Sudan has called on political leaders to shun corruption and work for the greater good of the nation. The cleric made the remark during a homily, at thanksgiving ceremony for university graduates in Juba, over the[Read More…]
Amplifying disability voices: Urgent need for inclusive policies and implementation in South Sudan
South Sudanese government on ratifying the United Nations’ Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities [UNCRPD] and the Maputo protocol on 24th February 2023, has the full responsibility to ensure that all people with disabilities enjoy equal access to education, employment, health services, and have their voices heard in[Read More…]
Be a responsible Citizen
By Emmanuel Taban Peter Everyone must obey the state authorities, because no authority exists without God’s permission, and the existing authorities have been put there by God. Whoever opposes the existing authority opposes what God has ordered, and anyone who does so will bring judgment on himself. The book[Read More…]
Budget monitoring, tracking skills enhanced
By William Madouk Child Rights Civil Society Coalition (CRC) has partnered with Ugandan Civil Society Budget Advocacy Group (CSBAG) to bolster budget monitoring and expenditure tracking (BMET) capabilities of civil society organizations and the media in South Sudan. CRC, with funding from Save the Children, organized a four-day training[Read More…]
Gov’t, partners discuss water crisis
By Yang Ater Lakes State government has called on development partners to address critical water shortages in the region. This appeal was made during a coordination review meeting organized by the Ministry of Land, Housing and Public Utilities, in collaboration with the Center for Emergency Development Support (CEDS). The[Read More…]
Cabinet approves national youth policy
By William Madouk Council of Ministries has approved the National Youth Development Policy 2024, which aims to create an environment enabling young people to reach their potential. This came after the minister of Youth and Sport, Dr. Jospeh Geng Akech presented the youth policy before the cabinet chaired by[Read More…]
South Sudan, Kenya bank governors discuss cooperation, reforms
By Ngor Deng Matem Central Bank governor Dr. James Alic, on May 31, 2024 discussed leadership experiences cooperation with the Bank of Kenya (CBK) Governor Dr. Kamau Thugge during a visit to the KBK headquarters. The two bank leaders discussed strengthening bilateral cooperation and explored areas where the CBK[Read More…]
Renewed clashes in Upper Nile alarm UN
By William Madouk United Nations Special Representative of the Secretary-General (UNSRSG), Nicholas Haysom, has urged for speedy intervention measures to quell outbreak of violence in Malakal town of Upper Nile state. In a press statement seen by this outlet, the United Nations Mission in South Sudan said they were[Read More…]
Cabinet approves anti-exam malpractices bill
By Philip Buda Ladu In an effort to address national examination malpractices, the Council of ministers have approved a bill that seeks to amend the National Examination Council Act 2011 (as amended) by incorporating a legal framework to punish exam violators. Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, Justice[Read More…]
Health Ministry receives 645,000 doses of malaria vaccines
By Kei Emmanuel Duku South Sudan received 645,000 doses of the R21 malaria vaccine on Friday. The arrival marks a significant step in the fight against malaria, a leading cause of death in the country. The vaccines will be distributed across 28 counties bearing the highest malaria burden. Children[Read More…]
Nairobi Talk; Clerics, academia engage parties in trust-building
By William Madouk The Government of South Sudan and the non-signatory parties to the revitalized peace agreement are currently participating in a trust and confidence-building session led by clerics and academics in Nairobi, Kenya. This initiative follows a proposal from a civil society group to promote confidence-building through an[Read More…]
Warrap State investigates murder of Journalist
By Ngor Deng Matem Governor of Warrap State, Kuol Muor Muor, has formed a fact-finding committee to investigate the killing of journalist Marko Agei Makor. The journalist was shot dead on July 1, 2020, in a road ambush while travelling to Tonj town, where he worked at the local[Read More…]
Kiir grants Central Bank independence
By William Madouk In a move to bolster the Bank of South Sudan’s (BoSS) powers and functions, President Salva Kiir has declared the central bank an autonomous institution, free from political interference. Through a Presidential Order announced on the state-owned SSBC radio and television, Kiir stated that the BoSS[Read More…]
Cabinet tightens meeting Kiir
By William Madouk South Sudan cabinet on Friday passed a strict guideline for officials seeking an audience with President Salva Kiir Mayardit. Under the revised guidelines, government post holders must now follow a verification and approval process before being granted access to the president’s office. The changes come after[Read More…]
Tell the truth for it to set you free
By Theem Isaac Machar Akot Reform is coming to the South Sudanese, but the South Sudanese are running faster than the reform. South Sudan is still a 19th-century country, not a nation in the 21st century. I am afraid to say this: By the time South Sudanese realized themselves[Read More…]
Until South Sudan understands why imported goods are labelled “For Export Only”
Depending heavily on imported goods, especially food items, South Sudan is still unaware of why such goods are labelled “For Export Only”. It looks like such products are not or rarely eaten in the countries where they are produced. If not or rarely eaten, then why are they not or[Read More…]
Bank of South Sudan declared independent institution
President Salva Kiir Mayardit on Thursday evening declared the Bank of South Sudan as an independent Government Institution in terms of its powers and functions. According to the head of the state, the institution must operate without any interference from other Government institutions and individuals. President Salva Kiir’s Republican Order[Read More…]