By James Innocent Women leaders in South Sudan’s Greater Yei region are calling on men, including political and military leaders, to halt ongoing violence that continues to uproot families and deepen the humanitarian crisis in Central Equatoria State. Hellen Ciama, head of a local women’s association, condemned clashes between[Read More…]
Author: One Citizen Daily Newspaper
By Kiden Stela Mandela South Sudanese people yearn for peace. It’s become a painful cycle where one part of the country finds calm while another is engulfed in violence. Our leaders must take a firm stand and address the clashes tearing our nation apart. The violence has been relentless,[Read More…]
BoSS unveils key milestones in 3SF financial reform project
By Alan Clement The Governor of the Bank of South Sudan, Dr. Addis Ababa Othow, has announced major progress under the World Bank’s 3SF Project to strengthen national financial systems. Launched in 2024, the initiative is aimed at modernizing financial systems, improve regulatory frameworks, and build institutional capacity across key[Read More…]
Governor, church leaders affirm commitment to collaborative development
By Alan Clement The Governor of Northern Bahr el Ghazal State, Simon Ober Mawut, and a delegation of church leaders have pledged stronger collaboration to foster peace, unity, and development in the state. The Most Reverend Abraham Yel Nhial, Archbishop of the Northern Bahr el Ghazal Internal Province, led a[Read More…]
Parliament postpones Sittings aims to discuss border issues
By Alan Clement The Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) on Tuesday postponed a much-anticipated sitting on South Sudan’s territorial integrity after several ministries failed to present the required reports. The session, which was convened following a parliamentary motion passed on August 20, was expected to feature written submissions from ministers[Read More…]
JEDCO to probes incident that left staffs in critical condition
By Alan Clement The Juba Electricity Distribution Company (JEDCO) has launched an independent investigation into an incident in which two of its technicians were electrocuted while on duty on Friday, August 29, 2025. According to a company statement released on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, the company confirmed that both technicians[Read More…]
Police demand Presidential Office Release Press Secretary for Questioning
By Kei Emmanuel Duku In a rare legal confrontation, police in Juba’s Northern Division are demanding the Office of the President to release David Amour Majur Press Secretary for investigation into a serious criminal offense allegations. While a warrant for Majur’s arrest has been issued, police have not yet detained[Read More…]
SSPDF : Captures top rebel commanders
By Yiep Joseph The Acting spokesperson of the South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF), Col. Garang Ateny Alier, claimed the capture of two SPLM-IO generals in Longechuk County of Upper Nile. Speaking to this outlet, Ateny claimed that the Sudan People’s Liberation Army in Opposition (SPLA-IO) consecutively attacked Mathiang barracks[Read More…]
South Sudanese Youth Trapped Between Joblessness and Boda Boda Riding
South Sudan is a young nation not only in its years of independence but also in the makeup of its people. The majority of its population is under the age of thirty, and with every passing year, thousands of young men and women leave schools and universities ready to work.[Read More…]
UJOSS and Indian Embassy Partner to Strengthen South Sudan Journalism
By Kei Emmanuel Duku In a significant move to bolster journalism in South Sudan, the Union of Journalists of South Sudan (UJOSS) has partnered with the Indian Embassy. The collaboration was announced following a recent meeting at the Indian Embassy in Juba between UJOSS Secretary General Majak Daniel Kuany Alier[Read More…]
Culture and tradition of Kakwa (part two)
Culture and tradition express the whole making of humanity in terms of knowledge, belief arts, moral, laws, customs and any other human capabilities and habits acquired by humanity embedded in society as whole. How does culture differ from tradition, traditions are the ideas and belief that are passed down from[Read More…]
To be honest, we need another agreement
The R-ARCSS isn’t reliable anymore. Imagine those aligned with Oyet (Acting Opposition leader who flee Juba) are already in military bases, including some parties to the Tumaini initiatives. There are rumours that the coalition under UPA has graduated some soldiers, and likewise with Oyet’s SPLM-IO. This poses risks to the[Read More…]
Towards Fair Salary Practices for Locals and Foreigners in the Private Sector
The strength of any nation’s labour market lies not only in the diversity of its workforce, but also in the fairness with which workers are treated. Our private sector has long benefited from the contributions of both local employees and expatriates, each bringing valuable skills, experiences, and perspectives. Yet one[Read More…]
As torrential rains continue to submerge vast areas of South Sudan including Pochalla, Fangak, Akobo, and Panyijiar among others, the urgency of government action has never been clearer. Communities are stranded, homes destroyed, and livelihoods washed away yet the silence from key institutions is deafening. The Ministry of Humanitarian[Read More…]
For the past three months, Juba’s residents have been fighting an economic battle, finding some relief from the constant threat of street violence. The government’s recent efforts to arrest suspected gang members in areas like Gumbo Sherikat seemed to be working, and the stories of killings and assaults had notably[Read More…]
South Sudan’s Livestock and Farming Practices Fuel Carbon Emissions, Experts Say
By Kei Emmanuel Duku South Sudan is facing a new environmental challenge, with experts pointing to the country’s vast livestock and traditional farming practices as significant contributors to carbon emissions. This warning comes amid a global push to combat climate change, with the nation’s own agricultural activities now under scrutiny.[Read More…]
South Sudan’s Financial Mismanagement Forces Outsourcing of Climate Fund
By Kei Emmanuel Duku South Sudan is set to begin a significant journey next year with the implementation of the GEFF 8 Climate Resilient Program. While this initiative aims to strengthen the nation’s ability to withstand the increasing impacts of climate change, its funding reveals a critical issue the country’s[Read More…]
Lasu Community Pleads with the Governor for Peace, Security
By Kei Emmanuel Duku A delegation from the Lasu Payam of Yei River County met with Central Equatoria State Governor, Lt. Gen. Rabi Mujung Emmanuel, on Monday to present a list of urgent concerns affecting the Lasu and Tokiri Bomas. The community’s leaders, elders, and representatives called for the restoration[Read More…]
Yei Rallies for International Peace Day
By James Innocent Yei River County of Central Equatoria State has prepared to join the world in marking the International Day of Peace, an annual global observance held on September 21. Local authorities, peace partners, and community leaders have started constant engagement, organizing a series of activities aimed at fostering[Read More…]
MPs summon Finance Minister, Governor over empty banks
By Alan Clement South Sudan’s parliament has resolved to summon the Minister of Finance and Central Bank Governor to explain logic behind salary delay. The top Monetary officials are also expected to explained reason behind liquidity crisis despites reasonable revenue collection in the country. Eyes have been set on whether[Read More…]