By Ijoo Bosco The Embassy of the Republic of South Sudan in Kampala, Uganda, has dismissed reports circulating on social media claiming that it is closing its operations and diplomatic activities in the country. In an official clarification dated August 17, 2026, the embassy described the reports as false, misleading,[Read More…]
Author: One Citizen Daily Newspaper
Ministry of health tables donation funds to improve health center in Aweil
By Hou Akot Hou The Northern Bahr El Ghazal State’s Council of Ministers, chaired by Governor Charles Madut Akol, on Monday tabled a funding budget aimed at supporting efforts to improve health care services and human resource capacity building in the state. According to the governor’s Facebook page, the project[Read More…]
Commissioner calls for transparency, collaboration in water management
By James Innocent The commissioner of Yei River County, Samuel Henry Malimbo, has called for greater transparency, accountability, and cooperation in the management of Yei town’s water facility. The commissioner made the remarks on Tuesday when members of the Yei Town Water Management Committee paid a courtesy visit to his[Read More…]
Greater Yei stakeholders call for action on abductions
By James Innocent Stakeholders from Greater Yei have called for stronger security measures to address growing cases of abduction and insecurity affecting humanitarian workers and civilians across the region. Speaking during a stakeholders’ meeting in Yei, Bishop Emeritus Hillary Adeba said the protection of civilians had failed to adequately guarantee[Read More…]
Returnees in Yei appeal for basic services
By James Innocent Internally displaced persons from Lainya County currently residing in Yei have reported that hundreds of households have returned to Mukaya Payam, where they say the security situation has improved, but access to basic services remains a major concern. One of the displaced residents, Loise Buse, said Mukaya[Read More…]
South Sudan Task Force pushes for a fast-tracked anti-trafficking law
By Ijoo Bosco South Sudan’s National Task Force on Trafficking in Persons and Smuggling of Migrants is calling for the speedy enactment of an anti-trafficking law to strengthen the fight against human trafficking and ensure offenders are held accountable. The call comes amid growing concerns that conflict and displacement are[Read More…]
Western Equatoria moves to restore traditional funeral practices
By Ijoo Bosco Traditional funeral practices are set to be restored across Western Equatoria State following an agreement bringing together the Azande Kingdom, government authorities, and religious institutions. The agreement seeks to preserve cultural values and restore dignity to mourning and burial ceremonies by discouraging the use of DJs, loud[Read More…]
Court adjourns hearing, cites unpreparedness to pronounce ruling
By Yiep Joseph The special court hearing the case against suspended first vice president Dr. Riek Machar and seven co-accused has adjourned proceedings. The judges said they were not prepared to pronounce a ruling on Machar’s request to have his statement recorded in both audio and video formats. The court[Read More…]
President Kiir strengthens his role in Sudan peace efforts
By Yiep Joseph President Salva Kiir Mayardit has renewed South Sudan’s engagement in efforts to promote peace and dialogue in Sudan. Kiir reaffirmed Juba’s commitment to playing a constructive role in supporting a peaceful resolution to the conflict in Sudan. Kiir committed on Monday when he met General Mini Arko[Read More…]
Yangwara-Pojulu Tjor Community calls for government action on Nyamini land
By Louis Loku The Yangwara-Pojulu Tjor community has renewed its claim over Nyamini land, calling on the Central Equatoria State Government to enforce existing orders and halt what it describes as unlawful demarcation, land allocation, and development activities in the disputed area. The community made the call during a press[Read More…]
Four suspects detained in Aweil East County for breaking into store
By Hou AKot Hou At least four suspects have been detained in Malual-Baai Payam, Aweil East County, Northern Bahr el Ghazal State, for allegedly breaking into a store at Mabil-Geng-Atem Primary School and stealing food items. The incident occurred on Tuesday when the suspects allegedly broke into the school store[Read More…]
Funding shortfall threatens food aid for 650,000 refugees
By Sabri Dibaco More than 650,000 refugees and asylum seekers in South Sudan are facing a worsening humanitarian crisis as severe funding shortages threaten to disrupt lifesaving food, nutrition, and protection assistance, the United Nations refugee agencies have warned. The warning comes as food and nutrition support for about 240,000[Read More…]
Jonglei, Warrap crowned champions at Inter-State independence Volleyball cup
By Sabri Dibaco Jonglei State has been crowned champion of the inaugural Inter-State Independence Cup after defeating Lakes State 3–0 in the men’s final, while Warrap State emerged champions in the women’s category after beating Pibor 3–1. The tournament, organised by the South Sudan Volleyball Federation (SSVF) with support from[Read More…]
CES suspends community football tournaments after wave of violence
By Yiep Joseph The Central Equatoria State (CES) Minister of Culture, Youth and Sports, Bush Buse, has temporarily suspended community sports tournaments in Juba. This followed a series of incidents involving violence, disorder, and security concerns at football grounds. The suspension, contained in Ministerial Order No. 07/2026 signed on Monday[Read More…]
EDITORIAL: Government should strengthen efforts to normalize fuel prices
Fuel is the lifeblood of any economy. It powers transportation, agriculture, manufacturing, healthcare, and nearly every aspect of daily life. In South Sudan, where businesses and households already face significant economic challenges, unstable and high fuel prices continue to increase the cost of living and slow economic growth. Strengthening efforts[Read More…]
Op-Ed: Drought anticipatory action offers a new financing model for South Sudan
Writer: Leader Kwami Makumator (Country Director, ForAfrika South Sudan) As the world commemorates World Humanitarian Day, South Sudan presents a compelling challenge to the global humanitarian and development system: why do we continue to wait for predictable crises to become emergencies before financing action? In a country where climate shocks,[Read More…]
NATION TALKS: Let us channel available resources to vital sectors
South Sudan is richly endowed with natural and human resources. From oil wealth and fertile agricultural land to its youthful population, the country possesses enormous potential to transform the lives of its citizens. Yet many communities continue to face challenges in accessing quality healthcare, education, clean water, reliable roads, and[Read More…]
Governor Adil engages Ugandan counterpart on border security
By Sabri Dibaco Central Equatoria State Governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony has held discussions with the Resident District Commissioner (RDC) of the Ugandan Koboko District. The discussion focused on strengthening cross-border cooperation and addressing security and smuggling challenges along the South Sudan-Uganda border. The meeting took place during Governor Adil’s visit[Read More…]
Mugwo community seeks support to complete health facility building
By James Innocent Central Equatoria State Governor Emmanuel Adil Antony has urged residents of Mugwo Payam in Yei River County to embrace peace and reject criminal activities. Governor Adil made the remarks after stopping in Mugwo Payam while returning from his tour of Morobo County. He was welcomed by hundreds[Read More…]
Judges to rule on Machar’s digital recording request
By Yiep Joseph Judges in the trial of suspended First Vice-President Dr. Riek Machar and co-accused will today rule on recording his statement, both audio and video. Machar, the fifth accused in the case, wants his remaining statement captured in a separate digital record. He said that the recording would[Read More…]