The persistent tensions between the government and opposition forces are a reminder that the country’s peace needs more efforts The future stability of South Sudan depends on genuine dialogue and a willingness by all parties to revisit and strengthen the peace agreement. The Revitalised Agreement on the Resolution of the[Read More…]
Author: One Citizen Daily Newspaper
Judges adjourn Dr. Machar trial to receive body of former chief justice
By Yiep Joseph The special court hearing in the case involving Riek Machar and co-accused has been adjourned after judges suspended proceedings to receive and mourn the body of former Chief Justice Ambrose Riiny Thiik. The former Chief Justice Ambrose Riiny died last week in Kenya at the age of[Read More…]
Twic East authorities appeal for government intervention over attack in Ming
By Chol D. Johnson Authorities in Twic East County have appealed to the Jonglei State government and national security organs to urgently intervene following an attack on residents in the Ming fishing area. Speaking in an exclusive interview with No.1 Citizen Daily Newspaper on Monday, Twic East County Commissioner Magok[Read More…]
SPLM-IO MPs boycott parliament over peace deal amendments
By Sabri Dibaco Members of Parliament representing the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement/Army in Opposition (SPLM-IO) have boycotted a parliamentary session as they protest the tabling of amendments to the peace deal. The MPs of the Transitional National Legislative Assembly, representing the main opposition, on Monday objected to the tabling of[Read More…]
Nimule residents demand lower commodity prices after protest ends
By Jurugo Emmanuel Ogasto Residents of the Nimule Town Council are calling on traders to reduce the prices of food and other essential commodities following the end of a two-week protest by truck drivers. The protest had led to shortages of basic commodities after trucks carrying goods from Uganda and[Read More…]
Residents raise alarm over drug shortage at Nimule hospital
By Jurugo Emmanuel Ogasto Residents of Nimule Town Council have appealed to the government to urgently supply medicines to Nimule Hospital following a prolonged drug shortage at the facility. Speaking to No. 1 Citizen Newspaper, Igama William, a resident of Nimule Town Council, said patients visit the hospital but return[Read More…]
East African Procurement forum opens in Juba to strengthen transparency
By Deng Athian The East African Procurement Forum has kicked off in Juba with the hope of strengthening transparency and accountability. The event was conducted at the Bank of South Sudan conference hall, bringing together senior officials and regional delegates to advance reforms on transparency, accountability, and efficiency in public[Read More…]
SSPDF orders former opposition forces to get ready for integration
By Chol D. Johnson The Chief of Defence of the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF), Gen. Santino Deng Wol, has directed former opposition-aligned forces to remain on standby in preparation for integration. According to SSPDF spokesperson Lul Ruai Koang, the directive applies to several groups that previously abandoned rebellion[Read More…]
We spent a lot of dollars on cultural festivals: Why we must rethink our priorities?
By Khamis Lokudu Let me say this plainly so nobody gets confused. Culture is not our problem. Never has been. The drums, the dancing, the beautiful robes, and the stories of our elders—these things are good. They hold us together and remind us where we came from. Nobody in their[Read More…]
Why technical and vocational education matters for youth employment
Youth unemployment remains one of the biggest challenges facing South Sudan today. Thousands of young people graduate from schools and universities every year, yet many struggle to find jobs or opportunities to support themselves. While white-collar employment remains limited, technical and vocational education offers a practical solution that can empower[Read More…]
WFP beneficiaries in Aweil receive mobile phones to support cash transfers
By Hou Akot Hou Over 160 beneficiaries of a food security and livelihood program in the Deng Nhial neighborhood, Northern Bahr El Ghazal State, have received mobile phones to facilitate digital cash payments. This is under a new system introduced by the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP). The initiative[Read More…]
Over 20 returnee families were left homeless after windstorm in Aweil East
By Hou Akot Hou At least 25 returnee households sheltering at Machar-Apuoth in Wun-lang Payam, Aweil East County, Northern Bahr El Ghazal State, have been left without shelters. This followed a heavy windstorm that destroyed the roofs of their makeshift homes. The incident has exposed women, children, and the elderly[Read More…]
Anglican bishop calls for peace, unity in South Sudan
By Chol D. Johnson The Anglican Bishop of the Diocese of Olympia in the United States, Philip LaBelle, has called on South Sudanese to embrace peace, unity, and reconciliation as the country continues to face conflict and displacement. Bishop LaBelle made the remarks on Sunday after a church service at[Read More…]
Over 93 children return home amid alleged trafficking case
By Deng Athian Over 90 children allegedly transported from Aweil to Juba for education purposes have been traced and returned to Aweil through the facilitation of the Aweil community leadership in Juba. The children were reportedly moved under an alleged scholarship arrangement linked to Stone International Church, operated by Prophet[Read More…]
CES governor vows to prioritises road rehabilitation in Lainya
By Chol D. Johnson The Central Equatoria State government has prioritised the rehabilitation of roads in Lainya County to improve access to essential services and transportation for local communities. Speaking on Friday during the opening of the third edition of the Pojulu Cultural Festival in Juba, Emmanuel Adil Anthony emphasised[Read More…]
Pojulu cultural festival sparks debate on heritage and development
By James Innocent The recent Pojulu Cultural Festival (PCF) has sparked public discussion among members of the Pojulu community and the wider public, with differing views emerging on the balance between cultural preservation and local development priorities. Some community members questioned the decision to organise the festival in Juba, arguing[Read More…]
VP Hussein calls for unity during Pojulu cultural festival
By Louis Loku Vice President for the Services Cluster Hussein Abdelbagi Akol on Saturday described the Pojulu Cultural Festival as a celebration of identity, dignity, unity, and heritage, saying culture remains central to nation-building and peaceful coexistence in South Sudan. Speaking during the opening day of the festival, Abdelbagi said[Read More…]
President Kiir is in Kampala for Museveni’s inauguration
By Yiep Joseph President Salva Kiir Mayardit has arrived in Kampala to attend the inauguration ceremony of Uganda’s President-elect Yoweri Museveni, scheduled for Tuesday. According to the Presidential Press Unit, President Kiir will also hold bilateral talks with President Museveni during his visit. “While in Kampala, Kiir will hold bilateral[Read More…]
Government to renovate Juba-Nimule highway after truck drivers’ strike
By Yiep Joseph The South Sudan Revenue Authority (SSRA) has announced plans to engage concerned institutions to renovate the Juba-Nimule Highway. This followed a two-week strike by regional long-distance truck drivers over insecurity, illegal checkpoints, poor roads, and extortion. The strike, which involved drivers from Kenya, Uganda, and Somalia, disrupted[Read More…]
Parents should take care of their children as human trafficking cases rise in parts of the country
By Kiden Stela Mandela Human trafficking is becoming a growing threat in parts of South Sudan, and parents must now take a more active role in protecting their children from falling into the hands of criminals. Reports of children disappearing, being lured with false promises, or transported illegally across borders[Read More…]