By Alan Clement South Sudan President Salva Kiir has reiterated the government’s commitment toward holding a ceasefire across the country. Despite security challenges in some parts of the country, the head of state vowed to ensure that guns are silent. In his nation address marking the 14th independence anniversary[Read More…]
Author: One Citizen Daily Newspaper
Two brothers, gone in a single car crash
On June 22nd, just days ago, the world stood for a promising young man who had everything ahead of him, life and a whole lot of beautiful things. Diogo Jota, a talented soccer player who played for Liverpool, as he walked down the aisle to marry the love of his[Read More…]
When the proud and the broken dance in the same square
By Isaac Chol Aguer “There’s nothing more dangerous than the growth of that parasitic weed called pride…” Nietzsche said that long before a country called South Sudan existed. But if he were to pass through our streets today, he’d nod in understanding. Pride? Yes. We are a country of[Read More…]
The legend of Unity
By Gabriel Patrick Lagu Maybe we are still badly distorted with the illusion of freedom or still Arabised, who knows? The selfish ones could be hindering the real life of a free South Sudan….. Whatsoever! Real Nationalism lies in the depths of the hearts which belongs to those who[Read More…]
Independence Day; a call for peaceful coexistence in Pochalla
By Manas James Okony Greater Pibor Administrative Area’s (GPAA) town of Pochalla, on July 9, 2025, witnessed huge turn-up to commemorate South Sudan’s 14th Independence anniversary. The event gathered government officials, traditional leaders, and members of organized forces, where key speakers emphasized the importance of peaceful coexistence among the[Read More…]
Manual labour saves Tambura inmates from dire food crisis
By Alan Clement A severe food shortage has hit Tambura County Prison, forcing over 80 inmates into casual labor outside the facility in a desperate attempt to survive. The crisis has apparently left prisoners going for up to 11 days without meals. Acknowledging the dire situation, Tambura County Commissioner,[Read More…]
Gunmen kill one, injure another in IDP Camp attack
By Alan Clement One person has been killed, another injured at an Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camp attack, in Mupoi area, Tambura County, Western Equatoria State. However, Tombura county commissioner, Mathew Mabenge claimed that the Tuesday attack, was carried out by forces under former governor, Alfred Futuyo. “SPLM-IO forces[Read More…]
Government to screen US deportees
By Kei Emmanuel Duku South Sudan government is set to screen eight foreign nationals, including one South Sudanese, who were recently deported from the United States of America. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation disclosed that the measure aims to ensure the safety and well-being of the[Read More…]
Inmates receive sanitary materials
By Hou Akot Hou At least 720 inmates in South Sudan’s Northern Bahr El Gazal state have received sanitary materials. The donation is part of efforts from the government to help reduce health hazards that the convicts in prisons are facing. According to an official at the Ministry of[Read More…]
Fuel shortage halts police operation in Jonglei
By Peter Kuol Kuch Police patrol operation against gang activities in Bor town has stopped due to fuel shortages for the vehicles. Bor town police patrol was a daily routine aimed at combating gang activities. 1st Lt. James Akech, the spokesperson of the police in Jonglei State confirmed[Read More…]
Reviewing the draft Family Bill for South Sudan in Juba: A step towards gender equality
By Yiep Joseph At least 50 participants comprising of National policy legislators, representatives from both the National and CES Ministry of Gender, Child and Social Welfare, women advocates and CSOs, convened in Juba to review the draft Family Bill. Under the Leaders of Peace (LoP) consortium, the workshop from[Read More…]
Women urged to contribute to their families’ financial well-being
By Alan Clement Chairperson of Toposa Women Association in Eastern Equatoria, has called on women to contribute to family financial well-being. Eunice Nakwar, who was recently elected, challenged traditional beliefs that put the entire burden of providing for the family, solely on men. He urged women to also do[Read More…]
Commissioner apologizes over Independence celebration in hardship
By Nakwam Rose The Commissioner of Kajo-Keji County in Central Equatoria State apologized to citizens for the hardship that they endure, because of instability. In his Independence Day message to citizens, Wani Jackson Mule expressed agony over ongoing instability in the country. He implored all citizens to embrace peace[Read More…]
MP urges unity behind national leadership
By Lodu William Odiya As South Sudan marks 14 years of independence, a member of Transitional National Legislative Assembly, Stephen Lual Ngor, has called on citizens to rally behind President Salva Kiir Mayardit, whom he described as a symbol of national unity and the custodian of peace and stability[Read More…]
Yei calm despite abduction of paramount chief
By James Innocent Security situation in Yei remains calm, despite ongoing road ambushes and abductions by armed groups, the military has said. According to South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) Commander for Yei and Morobo counties has assured the public that the Recently a paramount chief was abducted by[Read More…]
GREEDY Officials marked for exit
By Lodu William Odiya President Salva Kiir Mayardit has vowed to remove greedy officials pave way for socio-economic growth. “Our economy has struggled, and we are taking action; we are strengthening our systems; we are removing those who put their self-interest before the country,” Kiir said. The President’s revelation[Read More…]
National Deportation… and Garbage Smuggling
By Isaac Aguer In a country like ours, we’ve long grown used to being raw materials for international headlines. A famine here, a clash there, and a side story about a little boy dancing to a traditional tune in a torn pair of trousers in a forgotten village —[Read More…]
Is success more about luck or hard work?
We have been told several times, that if you are running after something, all you need is just work for it. Wake up before the sun rises and work harder than everyone else, and someday, just maybe, you will make it. That is what motivational speakers tell us. It is[Read More…]
Happy South Sudan Independence Day Anniversary 2025
By James Aniceto Batikayo I had the honor to attend the first peace talks in 2012 at Addis Ababa and the talks that culminated in the Revitalized Agreement on Resolution of Conflict in South Sudan (R. ARCSS) 2018. In this regard, I wish on this big historic occasion of[Read More…]
Wrangles sparks in over Radio station Jonglei
By Jacob Onuha Nelson Wrangles over ownership of Voice of Reconciliation 98.4 FM in Jonglei State, is persisting. Contrary to its name, the management of “Voice of Reconciliation” have failed to reconcile their differences, despite court intervention. The warring parties continue to trade accusations and justifications on who is[Read More…]