By William Madouk Secretary-General of the South Sudan Islamic Council, Sheikh Abdallah Barac, has taken the lead in driving out believers who sought refuge at mosques. A decision at aftermath of a believer killing a Muezzin, aims at preventing potential crimes like the killing of a Muezzin. “I hereby[Read More…]
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SSPDF, UPDF chiefs discus cooperation
Kei Emmanuel Duku Chief of Defense Forces of South Sudan, Gen. Santino Wol Deng, met with his Ugandan counterpart, Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, over the weekend to discuss enhancing regional security cooperation. According to News Vision, the meeting, held at the Defense Intelligence and Security Headquarters in Uganda, focused on[Read More…]
Gov’t commits to reintegrate holdout groups-VP. Taban
By Yiep Joseph Vice President for Infrastructure, Taban Deng Gai, has reiterated the government’s commitment to reintegrating all holdout groups through the Tumaini Initiative. Speaking at the 40th-day prayers for late Gen. Bior Ajang, VP Taban stressed the importance of dialogue in achieving peace and development in the country,[Read More…]
Murder at Mosque, a criminal act, not terrorism-Sheikh Barac
By William Madouk The murder of the muezzin, a person who proclaims the call to the daily prayer in mosque, at Nimara Talata Mosque is a criminal act and not a terrorism incident, the South Sudan Islamic Council has stated. On Friday evening, a confrontation occurred between the muezzin,[Read More…]
Security targets road bandits
By Philip Buda Ladu Inspector General of Police (IGP), Lt. Gen. Atem Marol Biar, has directed a joint security force deployed along the lifeline Juba-Nimule highway to crackdown and apprehend armed bandits who attacked and burnt a commercial bus last Tuesday. Police chief Gen. Marol gave the orders while[Read More…]
Statement of the Government of the Republic of South Sudan at the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly
Thursday 26th September 2024 , New York Delivered by: Hon. Ramadan Mohammed Abdallah Goc Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Mr. President, Mr. Secretary General, Excellencies, Distinguished delegates Ladies and Gentlemen, At the onset, allow me to extend warm greetings and congratulations on behalf of H.E. President Salva Kiir[Read More…]
Man commits suicide after dispute with wife
By Hou Akot Hou A man has taken his life in Riang-bar village, Aweil West County, on Thursday following a family disagreement. Philip Agany, the police inspector at Nyamlel County, reported that the deceased, identified as Deng Noon Tong, was reportedly enraged over his wife’s decision to sell a[Read More…]
Student, 22, dies of snake bite
By Hou Akot Hou A 22-year-old student, Apath Deng, has died after being bitten by a snake while crossing a waterlogged area on his way home from school. The incident happened in Mangar-ater village, Northern Bahr el Ghazal State. According to Majok Deng, the police inspector for Gok-Machar, the[Read More…]
Militia groups causing mayhem in Abiemnom County-Commissioner
By Philip Buda Ladu Despite the overall calm security situation in Abiemnom County, Ruweng Administrative Area, local authorities have raised concerns about the growing threat posed by unruly militia groups operating in the region. Abiemnom County Commissioner Ador Minyiel Monyjok recently told a visiting team of journalists that the[Read More…]
CTSAMVM presses parties to deploy unified forces
By Yiep Joseph Chairperson of the peace monitoring body CTSAMVM, Maj. Gen. Yitayal Gelaw has reiterated a call for the government to prioritize the deployment of the necessary unified forces to ensure security. CTSAMVM (Ceasefire & Transitional Security Arrangements Monitoring & Verification Mechanism) is the multinational body that monitors compliance[Read More…]
Wildcat Petroleum inks MOU with Nilepet, acquires PETRONAS assets
Kei Emmanuel Duku Wildcat Petroleum Plc has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the South Sudan National Oil and Gas Corporation (Nilepet) and acquired assets previously owned by Petronas Carigali Nile Ltd., a subsidiary of Petronas Nasional Berhad. This development follows Petronas’ decision to cease oil operations in[Read More…]
Parliament apologizes to NSS over Travel obstruction accusations
By Deng Ghai Deng Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) has issued an apology to the National Security Service (NSS) following accusations made by First Deputy Speaker Oyet Nathaniel Pierino regarding travel obstruction. On Wednesday, Oyet claimed he was prevented from leaving the country at Juba International Airport by the[Read More…]
Floods wreck Northern Bahr el Ghazal
By William Madouk Recent heavy rains in Northern Bahr el Ghazal have resulted in devastating flooding that has claimed the lives of three people, including a mother and her infant, in the Nyin-aluk residential area. The floods have displaced hundreds of families, leaving them homeless as they grapple with[Read More…]
Who does the government belong to?
By Ustaz Mark Bang The answer is that the government we all know, whether from here in South Sudan, Africa, or the world, belongs to you, him, or me. Don’t ever think dully, my brother or sister that it belongs to Mr. C or D; never, it’s us, and[Read More…]
Ruweng Administrator promises peace, boost agriculture
By Yiep Joseph Chief Administrator of Ruweng Administrative Area, Tiob de Monyluak, has vowed to maintain peace and boost agriculture. Mr. Tiob met President Salva Kiir on Wednesday, where he promised to complete his required tasks. “Chief Administrator Tiob de Monyluak briefed the president on the cooperation between Unity[Read More…]
Police officers, leaders received training in Community Policing in Upper Nile State
By Deng Ghai Deng The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has successfully conducted a three-day training program for police officers and community members in Upper Nile State, focusing on community policing. The initiative aims to establish three additional Police Community Relations Committees (PCRC) to enhance security and foster collaboration[Read More…]
Religious leaders, chiefs appeal for security in Morobo
Kei Emmanuel Duku Religious and traditional leaders in Morobo County are calling for increased security to curb the rising incidents of abductions, night robberies, and killings perpetrated by unidentified armed groups. The appeal follows the abduction of Joel Hansen, a pastor with the Episcopal Church of Sudan. Hansen was[Read More…]
Twic East commissioner launches dykes renovation
By Yiep Joseph Commissioner Juach Arok of Twic East County in Jonglei State has launched the construction and renovation of dykes around the county to protect residents from flooding. In a statement obtained by this outlet, the commissioner expressed that the initiative is aimed at safeguarding the people from[Read More…]
Right to Information, a pillar of free and democratic society
By Deng Ghai Deng National Deputy Minister of Information, Communication, and Postal Services, Jacob Maiju Korok, emphasized the critical role of the right to access information in fostering democracy and good governance. Speaking at an event commemorating the International Day for Universal Access to Information (IDUAI) in Juba on[Read More…]
Activist demands gov’t publishes roadmap accomplishments
By Yiep Joseph Executive Director of the Center for Peace and Advocacy (CPA), Ter Manyang, has urged the government to publish a report indicating what they achieved during the roadmap (2022-2024) The activist call came after peace parties extended their term in offices for another two years up to[Read More…]