By Lodu William Odiya President Salva Kiir Mayardit has relieved, James Koang Chuol Ranley from his position as the upper Nile state governor. The head of state appointed Jacob Dollar Ruot as the new governor. The changes were made on Friday through presidential decree that was read on the state-owned[Read More…]
Author: One Citizen Daily Newspaper
The very institutions meant to safeguard our nation are tragically failing our citizens. When the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF)—the face of our sovereignty—and armed groups engage in perpetual blame games, it’s the innocent citizens who pay the ultimate price. The devastating war in Upper Nile State exemplifies this[Read More…]
REJECTION:Ezra seeks clarity in Kiir’s order
By Lodu William Odiya The Ezra Construction Group, the JEDCO) is alleged to have issued statement seeking clarity on President’s orders reducing the tariffs. Last week President Salva Kiir issued an order reducing electricity tariffs. This came after a committee properly reviewed the agreement between the government and stakeholders[Read More…]
Kiir directs humanitarian Affairs Minister to intervene in GPAA crisis
By Lodu William Odiya President Salva Kiir Mayardit has yesterday directed the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management to intervene immediately to help the flood affected population in GPAA. Recent reports indicated that almost the whole of Greater Pibor Administrative Area has been affected by flooding. In respond the[Read More…]
South Sudan’s plan to establish Consulate in Mombasa
By: Chol D. Johnson South Sudan’s Ambassador to Kenya and Permanent Representative to UN-Habitat and UNEP, Anthony Kon, has revealed a plan to establish a consulate in Mombasa. In the statement issued by South Sudan embassy press unit yesterday during South Sudan Trade Ties with Mombasa Leadership in Kenya, Kon[Read More…]
Police arrests 32 suspected gangs in continuous crack down
By Lodu William Odiya The South Sudan National Police Services (SSNPS) have arrested at least 32 suspected gangs’ members in Gumbo-Sherikat residential area. Speaking to the media yesterday, the police spokesperson, Major General James Monday Enoka revealed continuous crackdown on criminals to ensure stability in Gumbo as well as other[Read More…]
NSS on mission to strengthen security in Jonglei
By Lodu William Odiya Jonglei State Governor Dr Riek Gai Kok has yesterday strengthened the state’s internal security operations through deployment of National Security service. According to a statement issued by the state press unit, a high-level delegation headed by Major General Deng Akeen Chief of Operation in National Security[Read More…]
REFORMS :Kiir engages economic cluster
By Alan Clement President Salva Kiir Mayardit has convened a consultative meeting with Vice President for Economic Cluster Benjamin Bol Mel and sector officials. Among other key officials attending the meeting were Athian Ding Athian, Minister of Finance and Planning, and Dr. Addis Ababa Othow, the governor of the Bank[Read More…]
JICA donates USD 2.2 million for mine Action activities
By Jacob Onuha Nelson The Government of Japan, via the Japan International Cooperation Agency has donated 2.2 million United State dollars to the United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS). Addressing the media on Wednesday under the theme “Improvement of the working Environment for Mine Action Agencies” in Juba, Jurkuch Barach[Read More…]
AU calls on leaders to promote peace to accelerate agriculture
By Jacob Onuha Nelson The senior political officer at the African Union Mission in South Sudan, Prosper Nii Nortey Addo, has called on South Sudan leaders to dialogue and ensure peace in order to accelerate agriculture. Addressing the media on Tuesday during the official launching ceremony for the Agrofood Expo,[Read More…]
Women’s Union links peace to agricultural transformation
By Alan Clement The government’s push to transform South Sudan’s agriculture into a commercial success faces two critical preconditions: peace and stability. This was the powerful message delivered by Mary Agol, Secretary General of the Women Union and a Member of the National Constitutional Review Committee, during the executive launch[Read More…]
Special court adjourns Nasir incident trial to Friday
By Alan Clement The Special Court trying Puot Kang and seven senior SPLM-IO officials including the suspended First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar has adjourned proceedings to Friday. During Wednesday’s session at Freedom Hall, the lead investigator presented statements from four of the accused. According to reports the prosecution requested[Read More…]
A Presidential Order Alone Won’t Protect South Sudanese from JEDCO’s Wrath
The recent presidential order to reduce electricity tariffs was welcomed by many across South Sudan, a country where high power costs have long burdened families and businesses. On the surface, the move seems to offer relief. But in South Sudan, even a good solution can create new problems. And this[Read More…]
THE FORGOTTEN CHILD ABUSE – Part One The world has many and many social and political organizations almost all fighting against child abuse. It is referable that child abuse is an evil act in the eye of the Creator. You can never form a local NGO against child abuse to[Read More…]
Children demand health first as Right2Grow project closes
By Alan Clement South Sudan’s children have called for health and nutrition to be placed at the center of national development as the five-year Right2Grow (R2G) project came to a close. Speaking at the close-out event, Naomi Momone, Speaker of the Children’s Parliament, underscored the urgency of prioritizing child health[Read More…]
When the history of South Sudan is written, it will tell of a people who endured immense hardship and unimaginable suffering, yet never surrendered their dream of freedom. It will remember the nights under the stars when families whispered prayers for peace. It will recall the footsteps of those who[Read More…]
Disarmament must be a wide-ranging and comprehensive duty to truly secure our country. Focusing solely on a few sensitive areas is insufficient; a nationwide strategy is essential to avoid persistent insecurity and the rise of armed groups. The prevalence of weapons in civilian hands fuels inter-communal violence, which often erupts[Read More…]
PARLIAMENT: Endorses motion to manage cemeteries
By Yiep Joseph The Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) has passed a motion on the establishment of a sustainable cemetery management point in the country. The lawmakers reached consensus after the motion was presented during ordinary sitting no. 16/2025 held on Tuesday. Lawmaker Nyayang Johnson Lok, who took the lead[Read More…]
Commissioner Gatmai backs teachers’ training drive in Koch County
By Alan Clement Koch County Commissioner, David Gatmai Wal has pledged full support for a Ministry-led initiative to train underqualified primary school teachers across the county. Speaking after a meeting with a delegation from the Ministry of General Education and Instruction, Commissioner Gatmai emphasized that strengthening the skills of teachers[Read More…]
Stakeholders push for stronger conservation of Lantoto National Park
By James Innocent Stakeholders have reaffirmed their commitment to protecting Lantoto National Park. The officials made the promised during a one-day conservation meeting organized by the Enjojo Foundation. Among those who attended the meeting were Yei River County Executives, parliamentarians, and conservation groups. The meeting, which brought together national, state,[Read More…]