By Alan Clement The United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) has warned that deep budget cuts and persistent restrictions on its movement are undermining civilian protection at a time when women and girls face some of the highest levels of violence globally. Briefing the UN Security Council, UNMISS Police[Read More…]
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Hippo Attacks Man in Aweil East County
By Hou Akot Hou A 30‑year‑old man has been bitten by a hippopotamus at Wun‑Atem‑Mei village in Aweil East County, Northern Bahr el Ghazal State. Health Education focal point, Luka Lual Aleu Jok, told this publication that the incident occurred on Tuesday at around 2:00 p.m. while the man was[Read More…]
SSNBS Seeks FAO Support to Strengthen Laboratory Capacity and Food Safety Oversight
By Alan Clement The South Sudan National Bureau of Standards is renewing efforts to boost staff capacity and laboratory systems to strengthen food safety regulation, after high-level talks with the Food and Agriculture Organization in Rome. In a statement, the engagement on Wednesday, was led by the Executive Director of[Read More…]
Kajo-Keji Council Approves New Administrative Measures
Kei Emmanuel Duku In a sweeping effort to bolster grassroots governance and restore civic order, the Kajo-Keji County Executive Council has formally ratified a comprehensive set of amended by-laws, signaling a new era of administrative oversight for the region. The measures, approved during a high-level sitting of the Executive Council,[Read More…]
Deputy Speaker Warns of Rising Cyberbullying Against Women
By Chol D. Johnson South Sudan Council of States Deputy Speaker, Mary Ayen Mijok, has raised concern over widespread bullying and harassment of women on social media, often perpetrated by their own sons. Speaking on Thursday during the launch of the National High School Sponsorship Program for Orphans and Disadvantaged[Read More…]
Digital expert presents more exhibits before special court
By Yiep Joseph The last prosecution witness presented more exhibits as the special court trying Dr. Riek Machar and the seven co-accused continues. On Friday, during the 48th court session, a South African digital forensic investigator and expert, Ratlhogo Peter Calvin, displaced WhatsApp conversations extracted from the phones of some[Read More…]
Lainya Communities Urged to Return Home and Support Development
By James Innocent The Commissioner of Lainya County in Central Equatoria State has called on residents of the county living in Juba, Yei, Uganda, and other parts of the region to return home and actively participate in local development efforts. Speaking to the media, Commissioner Robert Lasu said the security[Read More…]
Catholic Diocese of Yei Marks 50 Years of St. Bakhita Devotion
By James Innocent The Catholic Diocese of Yei has marked the 50th anniversary of devotion to St. Josephine Bakhita, with church leaders calling on the faithful to deepen their commitment to faith, forgiveness, and moral integrity. Speaking during the celebration at St. Bakhita Chapel, the Parish Priest and Vicar General[Read More…]
UN condemns ongoing violence, cites worsening humanitarian situation
By Alan Clement The United Nations has condemned escalating violence in South Sudan, warning that attacks on hospitals and aid operations are fuelling mass displacement and leaving nearly 10 million people in urgent need of humanitarian assistance. The warning was delivered by the Deputy Spokesperson for the Secretary-General, Farhan Haq,[Read More…]
AU : Commends South Sudan for Hosting Sudanese Refugees
By Alan Clement The African Union has renewed calls for an immediate ceasefire in Sudan, warning of deepening regional repercussions, while commending South Sudan for hosting thousands of Sudanese refugees despite its own fragile post-conflict recovery. The appeal was made during a meeting in Addis Ababa between the Chairperson of[Read More…]
Displaced Communities from Uror, Nyirol, and Akobo Seek Urgent Humanitarian Assistance
By Chol D Johnson Displaced people from Uror County, Nyirol, and Akobo in Jonglei state have appealed for urgent humanitarian assistance. The call followed a sharp deterioration of the humanitarian situation in Akobo County, caused by renewed violence between the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) and the Sudan People’s[Read More…]
UN warns South Sudan peacekeeping at risk as pledges lag, cooperation gaps persist
By Alan Clement United Nations peacekeeping chief Jean-Pierre Lacroix has warned that South Sudan’s fragile peace process could be undermined unless international pledges for police reinforcements are delivered and cooperation with national authorities is strengthened. Addressing the UN Security Council during its annual briefing by heads of police components of[Read More…]
By Alan Clement South Sudan’s government has launched a high-level inter-ministerial probe into operations at the Nimule border, signalling concern over persistent trade bottlenecks at the country’s most important commercial gateway. According to a statement from the Trade Ministry, the fact-finding mission led by the Minister of Trade and Industry[Read More…]
PRIDE AND POWER FALL WHEN THE PERSON FALLS.
By Ustaz Mark Bang Pride and power fall when the person falls, but discoveries of truth form legacies that can be built upon for generations. Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall” (Proverbs 16:18) is a foundational principle indicating that excessive arrogance, overconfidence, and abuse of[Read More…]
Sermon Title: Agency – Let people regard us as stewards of the mysteries of God. What is required of stewards, above all, is that each one be found faithful (in beloved South Sudan). Scripture Reference: 1 Corinthians 4:1–21 Dear brothers and sisters in Christ our Lord, welcome all of you[Read More…]
Envoy Launches 1,500 High School Scholarship Program for Orphans, Disadvantaged Children
By Chol D. Johnson The Government through the office of the senior presidential envoy for special program has reaffirmed its commitment to education, transparency, and social inclusion. In order to realized inclusive Education across the country, the official of the senior presidential envoy on Thursday launched National High School Sponsorship[Read More…]
Cattle Herds Return to Lainya, Raising Fears Over Crops and Security
By James Innocent Thousands of cattle have reportedly entered Lainya County in Central Equatoria State once again, triggering renewed concerns among local authorities and residents over crop destruction, displacement, and insecurity. Lainya County Commissioner Robert Lasu John Morris said cattle herders believed to be from the Bor and Mundari communities[Read More…]
NBG State Police Issue 7-Day Ultimatum for Small Arms Registration
By Hou Akot Hou Northern Bahr El Ghazal State police have issued a seven-day ultimatum for owners of small arms, particularly pistols, to register their weapons and thereafter obtain licenses. Madut Ngong Aleu, the spokesperson of the police in the state on Tuesday said the directives were reached in an[Read More…]
Ground Force Commander Assesses Security Situation in Kajo-Keji
By James Innocent The Ground Force Commander, Maj. Gen. Ater Kuch, on Tuesday paid an official visit to Kajo-Keji County to assess the security situation and engage with local authorities, security officials, and community leaders. During the visit, Maj. Gen. Ater held separate meetings with county administrators, field commanders, and[Read More…]
Save the Children Halts Work in Part of Jonglei, Citing Thefts of Vehicles
By Kei Emmanuel Duku A desperate search for safety has forced one of the world’s largest aid agencies to pull out of a critical South Sudanese hub, leaving thousands of children without a lifeline after their delivery vehicles were seized at gunpoint. Save the Children South Sudan confirmed it has[Read More…]