By Lodu William Odiya Center for Peace and Advocacy (CPA) has called on artists to exercise responsibility, cautioning them to refrain from promoting hate speech. Speaking to No. 1 Citizen Daily Newspaper on Monday, Executive Director of CPA, Ter Manyang cited a song, trending in a local language that[Read More…]
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Embassy commits to pay cumulative staff wages
By Kei Emmanuel Duku South Sudan Embassy in Nairobi has promised to settle accumulated salary arrears for both its Kenyan nationals and South Sudanese officials. In a statement, the Embassy objected to an article on a regional newspaper, describing it misleading, regarding a protest by staff of Kenyan nationality[Read More…]
South Sudanese in Kenya urged to stay away from protest
By Kei Emmanuel Duku South Sudan Embassy in Nairobi has issued a stern warning to citizens in Kenya, to desist from participating in any demonstrations within the country. This warning follows a circular from the Gen-Z Movement regarding a protest, yesterday, directing parents not to send their children to[Read More…]
Inequalities between Taxation and Services in South Sudan; When taxes rain and services disappear
By Isaac Chol Aguer What falls from above is always carried by the ground. That’s a universal law no government or council can break. In South Sudan, we’ve perfected the role of the ground — enduring every sudden decision, power struggle, and tax initiative. But — to be fair[Read More…]
Empowering local farmers across South Sudan; the only solution to food insecurity
By Garang Garang Adim, In the quest for a self-sufficient and resilient South Sudan, the foundation lies squarely in the hands of its farmers. They are the custodians of the land, the stewards of the nation’s food security, and the drivers of economic growth. However, to unlock their full[Read More…]
Look at the birds of the air
I have seen, you are so frustrated about life, thinking everything is just against you. You have given up on everything. Your last option is anything that can take your life. You conclude suicide will solve your problems. You put your blames on witches. You think you are bewitched. It[Read More…]
Community urges governor Mujung to tackle Kajo-Keji woes
By Kei Emmanuel Duku Community leaders from Kajo-Keji County paid a courtesy visit to the newly appointed Central Equatoria State governor, Lt. Gen. Rabi Emmanuel Mujung, on Friday. During the meeting, the leaders appealed for the governor’s intervention to tackle series of challenges, that the county faces, particularly insecurity.[Read More…]
Pressure group launches to enhance participatory democracy
By Manas James Okony Constitution-making and Democratic Engagement Consortium (CMDEC) has launched operations to bolster democratic processes in the country. The consortium, declared operational on Friday, is an initiative aimed at fostering participatory democracy. The CMDEC is a coalition of seven civil society and community-based organizations. Its members include,[Read More…]
Pray for peace- CES governor
By Yiep Joseph Central Equatoria State governor, Rabi Mujung Emmanuel has called on Christians to continue to pray for peace and unity. According to a statement from the governor’s press unit, Rabi made the call on Sunday while addressing congregants at All Saints Cathedral. The governor urged the congregation[Read More…]
ARSON: Church in flames, believers wounded
By Yiep Joseph Seventh-Day Adventist Church in Turalei Payam of Twic County, Warrap State, has been set ablaze, while believers beaten by irate community over rivalry. Director of Information and Communication for Greater Bahr El Ghazal field of Adventist Church, William Wol Adewun, confirmed the retrogressive event. “They (the[Read More…]
POLICE Refute suspects’ transfer to Nasir
By Yiep Joseph South Sudan National police services (SSNPS), has denied claims of recruiting and transferring suspected gang members to Nasir County of Upper Nile state. About 600 suspected gang members were arrested by security in ongoing swoop. But social media pundits have stirred public outcry, claiming some of[Read More…]
When an onion is worth more than a degree
By Isaac Chol Aguer In my neighborhood, the price of onions changes faster than the price of loyalty. Yesterday, one cost 1,000 SSP. Today it’s 1,500 SSP. Tomorrow? Maybe your grandmother’s savings. I asked the vendor what happened. “The dollar,” he said. A powerful thing, this dollar. It can[Read More…]
Dynamq becomes a Shareholder, Sponsor of Citizen Fc
By Lodu William Odiya A renown International South Sudanese musician, Kennedy Onge’le Lorya, with a brand DYNAMQ has emerged with a groundbreaking partnership with Citizen Sport club. In release obtained by this outlet, DYBAMQ takes thirty percent shares and official sponsor. The agreement marks a major step in professionalization[Read More…]
Jonglei, Pibor Leaders Reaffirm Commitment to Lasting Peace
By Lodu William Odiya Jonglei State and Greater Pibor Administrative Area (GPAA) have on Thursday resolved a long-standing boundary dispute. In a statement by Jonglei State press unit, leaders from both regions convened in Juba for the Inter-Communal Governance Structures (ICGS) meeting. According to the statement, Jonglei State governor,[Read More…]
Activists object deportation of criminals to South Sudan
By Lodu William Odiya and Nakwam Rose Activists raise concern over United States’ decision to deport eight individuals described as “top criminals” to South Sudan. US Supreme Court on Thursday allowed Donald Trump’s administration to send a group of eight immigrants with serious criminal records to South Sudan. However,[Read More…]
TAX DISPUTE
By Kei Emmanuel Duku and Jacob Onuha Nelson A technical dispute sparked off between Central Equatoria state and South Sudan Revenue Authority (SSRA), this week, over tax collection, in Juba city. The wrangles, first surfaced mildly in May when the state Revenue Authority directed non-governmental organizations and companies within[Read More…]
Eat, My Sleeve, Before My Mouth: The tale of lawyers and brokers in the Republic of a Young Nation
By Isaac Chol Aguer In our beloved Republic of South Sudan — where prestige is measured by the number of neckties in your closet, not the number of books you’ve read — the legal profession has stopped being a profession. It’s now a bizarre hybrid of motorcycle sales, dubious[Read More…]
SSOA mourns late Lopole
By Nakwam Rose South Sudan Opposition Alliance (SSOA) mourn their fellow esteemed colleague and leader, Lt. Gen. Amee Ngare Lopole. The late Amee Ngare Lopole was a former General Chief of Staff of South Sudan opposition alliance and assistant director for the inmate affairs in the South Sudan National[Read More…]
Student Association appeals for transparency, fairness in scholarship
By Lodu William Odiya Greater Equatoria Students Association in India has appealed for transparency and fairness in Indian Council for Cultural Relations scholarship selection. According to a statement extended to the media, the association petitioned the Minister of higher education to ensure transparency in the admission selection process. The[Read More…]
VP Bol, IGAD delegation meet, reiterates gov’t commitment to peace
By Lodu William Odiya A high-level delegation from the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) yesterday assured regional support for South Sudan peace. The IGAD delegation, led by Executive Secretary H.E. Dr. Workneh Gebeyehu, met with the Vice President, Dr. Benjamin Bol Mel, who is also the chairperson for the[Read More…]