By Chol D. Johnson The Relief and Rehabilitation Commission (RRC) has reinstated the certificate of registration of the Twic East Community Association in Juba (TECA-J), months after the organization’s license was revoked. Speaking at a press conference on Monday in Juba, TECA-J Chairperson Biar Mading Biar announced that the association[Read More…]
Author: One Citizen Daily Newspaper
Article Title (36): God exists in the heavens, the eternal, everlasting Creator of all, Jesus Christ our Lord. Sermon Title: I lift up my eyes to the mountains—where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, Maker of heaven and earth, the eternal everlasting Jesus Christ our[Read More…]
Paying Salaries and Fighting Inflation Must Be the New Governor’s First Priority
The new governor of the Bank of South Sudan assumes office at a critical moment marked by rising market prices and growing economic hardship. The immediate priority must be clear: ensure the timely payment of salaries to civil servants and organized forces. Teachers, healthcare workers, police officers, and other public[Read More…]
Peace Begins with Us: Why Citizens Must Lead Stability Efforts in South Sudan
As South Sudan continues to navigate economic hardship, insecurity, and political uncertainty, many citizens place all responsibility for peace and development on the shoulders of political leaders. While leadership plays a crucial role, lasting stability cannot come from the top alone. It must begin with ordinary citizens who choose unity[Read More…]
Obituary :Elder James Ojulu Okony, a man of voice, faith, and heritage
By Manas James Okony Our family—the family of the late Elder James Ojulu Okony Otin—announced with deep sorrow, yet with gratitude to God for a life well lived. Elder Ojulu a veteran artist, broadcaster, church elder, and a former senior forestry officer, died in the capital city of Juba, on[Read More…]
SSCSA Urges Government to Prioritize Civilian Protection After Deadly Abiemnhom Attack
By Chol D. Johnson The South Sudan Civil Society Alliances (SSCSA) has called for urgent government action to protect civilians in Abiemnhom County of the Ruweng Administrative Area following a deadly militia attack over the weekend. Speaking to the media on Monday, SSCSA Deputy Chairperson Dabek Mabior said the protection[Read More…]
Court Dismisses Defense Objection, Admits Digital Report
By Yiep Joseph The Special Court trying suspended First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar and seven co-accused has dismissed a defense objection and formally admitted a digital forensic report as prosecution evidence. The ruling was delivered during the 56th session of the trial on Monday, following prolonged arguments between the[Read More…]
UOPP pushes for internal reshuffle, seeks Greater role in Power-sharing deal
By Lodu William Odiya The United Opposition Parties (UOPP) has called for an opportunity to reshuffle its representatives within the transitional government, arguing that the move is necessary to strengthen its participation in the peace implementation process. Speaking to the media over the weekend, Peter Mayen Majongdit, chairperson of the[Read More…]
South Sudan and Uganda Border Dispute: Committee Formed to Ease Yumbe and Kajo-Keji Tensions
By Kei Emmanuel Duku A high-level diplomatic mission has been launched to dismantle years of friction along the volatile frontier between South Sudan and Uganda, marking a major push for stability in Central Equatoria. Governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony officially constituted the task force to amicably resolve long-standing border concerns between[Read More…]
Nile Basin: Egypt Slams Lone Country for Holding Regional Water Cooperation ‘Hostage’
By Kei Emmanuel Duku Diplomatic tensions flared at the 20th Nile Basin Initiative (NBI) anniversary in Juba as Egypt’s top water official accused a single member state of paralyzing regional progress, effectively holding the collective interests of over 250 million people hostage to a self-centered political agenda. The high-stakes summit,[Read More…]
South Sudan Wildlife Chief Praises Courts as Judicial Stance on Commercial Poaching Hardens
By Kei Emmanuel Duku South Sudan’s judiciary has launched an unprecedented crackdown on wildlife crimes, signaling a dramatic shift from years of legal stagnation to a robust movement for conservation justice. Khemis Adieng, the Director General of the National Wildlife Service, revealed that the courts have suddenly prioritized environmental cases,[Read More…]
The continued bloodshed across South Sudan is a painful reminder that peace remains elusive for millions of citizens. From local communal clashes to confrontations involving organized armed groups, the cycle of violence has cost countless lives, displaced families, and stalled national progress. The government must take urgent and decisive action[Read More…]
Government Should Allocate More Budget to Education sector
Education is the foundation of every strong and prosperous nation. For a young country like South Sudan, investing more money in education is not a luxury it is a necessity. If the government truly wants development, peace, and economic growth, it must allocate a larger portion of the national budget[Read More…]
Youth embrace Peace, Unity through Football Tournament
By Chol D.Johnson Youth have renewed calls for peace and unity, using football as a platform to foster solidarity and social cohesion among young people. The appeal was made on Sunday during the first edition of the 2026 Legend Tournament held in Sharikat, an initiative organized by young people to[Read More…]
Power Restoration Efforts Intensify in Yei River County
By James Innocent Emmanuel Taban Seme on Tuesday visited the Yei Electricity Power Station as part of renewed efforts to restore stable electricity supply across Yei River County. During the visit, the Commissioner assessed the condition of the facility and received briefings from technical personnel and members of a state-appointed[Read More…]
Fighting blocks our industry: cease from hostility
By Lodu William Odiya In a call for cessation of hostility in South Sudan, a dancehall artist, Kilama William, AKA Dollar bill Kamkalam music, one of Baridi family star has called on citizen to implement peace. He said the insecurity has greatly affected their artists and the growth of the[Read More…]
Ethiopian Embassy in Juba Marks 130 Years Since Battle of Adwa, Reaffirms Bilateral Ties
By Chol D Johnson The Embassy of Ethiopia in South Sudan on Friday commemorated the 130th anniversary of the historic Battle of Adwa at a ceremony held in Juba, underscoring the enduring significance of the landmark victory in African history. The Battle of Adwa, fought on March 1, 1896, marked[Read More…]
ATTACK Commissioner, Executive Director Killed
By Lodu William Odiya The morning attack on Ruweng Administrative Area has left commissioner and Executive Director dead. The Commissioner of Abiemnhom County and the county’s Executive Director were killed in a pre-dawn attack on Sunday in the Ruweng Administrative Area, authorities have confirmed. Officials accused the White Army militia,[Read More…]
By Lodu William Odiya South Sudan, as a whole has one of the highest maternal mortality ratios globally. Recent health estimates put the country’s maternal death rate at roughly 692 deaths per 100,000 live births, far above the global average and international targets and these figures likely understate the true[Read More…]
God exists in the heavens, the eternal, everlasting Creator of all, Jesus Christ our Lord
Sermon Title: In the second year of King Nebuchadnezzar’s reign, Nebuchadnezzar had dreams that troubled him and drove away his sleep. Daniel 2: 1–23 My dear brother and sister in our Lord Christ, welcome all of you to the fold of our living eternal God, in beloved South Sudan. On[Read More…]