By James Innocent Women in Yei River County have appealed to men to end all forms of violence against women, citing that they have endured years of suffering caused by conflict, displacement, and social discrimination. The call came during a community training organized by Vision for Humanity, focusing on transitional[Read More…]
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Pokula IDPs Receives cash assistance after long suffering
By James innocent More than 80 internally displaced people (IDPs) in Pokula Boma, Yei River County, have received cash assistance from the Organization for African Outlook (OFAO) after months of suffering caused by conflict and displacement. According to OFAO officials, a total of 38 million South Sudanese pounds—equivalent to about[Read More…]
Man commits suicide, family cites Mental Health issues
Story by James Innocent A 50-year-old man, Moses Banja David, died by suicide early Tuesday morning in Yei River County, shocking residents of Jigomoni and the wider community. According to his close relative, Moro Samuel, the family had brought Moses home the previous evening after he was released from police[Read More…]
Optimism as over 90,000 people receive clean water in Jonglei
By Alan Clement The Government of South Sudan has inaugurated an urban water supply system in Bor Town in Jonglei State. At least 96,000 residents in Bor Town gained access to clean drinking water from Bor Urban Water Supply System. Addressing the participants during the official launching of the urban[Read More…]
Teenager sets neighbour’s house on fire
By Hou Akot Hou A 16-year-old boy at Aroyo in Aweil Center County in Northern Bhar el Ghazal State set a neighbour’s house on fire. In an interview with this outlet, Mr. Duang Duang Ayii, chief inspector of civil defense in Aweil Center County, expressed that the incident occurred on[Read More…]
Gov’t, partners launch health awareness drives in Aweil
By Hou Akot Hou The Ministry of Health and the partners have launched a health awareness drive in Aweil town, Northern Bahr el Ghazal state. According to the officials, the drive that targeted over 100 community members to act as change makers was organized by Women Empowerment and the South[Read More…]
Gov’t restricts gold export to Licensed Companies, Sets 1kg Minimum
By Kei Emmanuel Duku In a significant move to regulate its flourishing minerals sector, the government through the Ministry of Mining has issued a new order strictly controlling the trade and export of gold. The Ministerial Order No. 04/2025 establishes new requirements for who can trade gold and sets a[Read More…]
Gov’t vows to ensure free, inclusive media
By Alan Clement The Deputy Minister of Information, Communication Technology and Postal Services, David Yau Yau, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to fostering a free and inclusive media landscape in South Sudan. The Deputy Minister made the remarks during a media related event in Juba organized by stakeholders. Yau Yau[Read More…]
War and Fragility Drive South Sudan Malnutrition Crisis, Placing 3.2 Million at Risk
By Kei Emmanuel Duku South Sudan is staring down a huge humanitarian tragedy, with 3.2 million children and pregnant/lactating women projected to suffer from acute malnutrition by mid-2026, according to stark new figures released during the launch of the country’s Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) analysis. The alarming statistics[Read More…]
BoSS launches Interbank Payment and Settlement System
By Yiep Joseph The Bank of South Sudan (BoSS) has launched the country’s first Interbank Payment and Settlement System to ease transactions. According to the stakeholders, the initiative, which was officially launched on Friday, adds to the success stories toward modernization of the banking system in the Republic of South[Read More…]
Over 4,000 Learners to Benefit as GESS Launches Cash Transfers in Yei River County
By James Innocent The County Education Department of Yei River County, in partnership with the Ministry of General Education and Instruction (MOGEI) and the Girls’ Education South Sudan (GESS) programme, officially launched the 2025 Cash Transfer payments this week. The initiative aims to support schoolgirls and learners with disabilities across[Read More…]
Rise from Sleep with Jesus Christ, Thank God, and in Faith and Trust You Will Find Grace
Sermon Title: God Is Our Refuge and Strength; His Help Is Always Available in Times of Trouble for His Chosen People in Beloved South Sudan Since Eternity Psalm 46:1–11 Dear brother and sister in our Lord Jesus Christ, Welcome to the fold of our living God, here in beloved South[Read More…]
Governor Lobong Pledges Support for Orphanage in Kapoeta
Eastern Equatoria State Governor Luis Lobong Lojore has pledged timely support for the Triple LLL Orphanage Center in Kapoeta. The Governor’s pledge came during a recent visit to the center, according to a statement from the Eastern Equatoria State Governor’s Press Unit. Lobong met with the 375 Orphans and Vulnerable[Read More…]
Central Equatoria State Orders Crackdown on Child Abduction and Gangs
By Kei Emmanuel Duku The Central Equatorial State (CES) government has declared a major security push, directing its forces to launch an intensified crackdown to dismantle violent gang activities and urgently rescue children kidnapped across the State. This firm directive was issued on Thursday by the State Council of Ministers,[Read More…]
Yei and Lainya Communities Boost Peace Efforts with Mediation and Dialogue Training
By James Innocent More than 30 community members from Yei River and Lainya counties participated in a two-day training focused on mediation and dialogue, an effort aimed at strengthening peaceful coexistence among local communities. The intensive workshop, organized by Finn Church Aid (FCA) in Yei, brought together a diverse group,[Read More…]
CES Civil Society Network Holds First Leadership Election in Juba
By Chol D. Johnson The Central Equatoria State Civil Society Network (CESCSN) successfully conducted its first-ever election yesterday to structure its leadership. Speaking during the program, Daniel Juma Essien, the chairperson of the electoral commission, acknowledged the voters, stressing the need for transparency throughout the process. “This very short election[Read More…]
High Food Prices Grip Upper Nile State
By Chol D. Johnson The Upper Nile State Minister of Information, Peter Ngwojo Akwiny, spoke to this outlet on Friday, confirming a significant increase in the price of food commodities in the local market. “The citizens currently can’t afford food,” Akwiny stated, attributing the crisis to price hikes implemented by[Read More…]
Call for Tax Relief as Basic Tools Limit South Sudan Farm Yields
By Kei Emmanuel Duku Local food producers across South Sudan are issuing a desperate cry for help, warning that the combination of outdated farming tools and crippling government taxes is severely controlling local output and ensuring the nation remains dangerously dependent on costly food imports. Agricultural leaders state that without[Read More…]
HIV Treatment is working, but Funding Needed for Triple 95% Goal-says AIDS’s Commission
By Kei Emmanuel Duku South Sudan is winning the “war” against HIV, with significant drops in both prevalence and annual deaths, thanks to effective antiretroviral treatment (ART). However, the fight is far from over, as the country struggles to meet global targets due to a critical lack of government investment[Read More…]
BRUTALITY:Residents decry ongoing disarmament
By Peter Kuol Kuch Residents of Bor, Jonglei State, are strongly decrying the brutal disarmament exercise currently being conducted by the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) . Some residents reported that the exercise has involved widespread harassment, detention, and torture of ordinary civilians by the forces. Speaking to this[Read More…]