By Deng Ghai Deng A violent cattle raid in Jonglei State’s Ayod County has resulted in one fatality and the theft of over 4,000 heads of cattle. The attack, allegedly carried out by thieves from the neighbouring Uror County last week, has raised tensions and calls for intervention. Mary[Read More…]
Author: One Citizen Daily Newspaper
Flood devastates Fangak County
By Deng Ghai Deng Floodwaters have overrun Fangak County’s headquarters in Jonglei state, displacing over 6,000 residents and causing widespread devastation. Boutrus Biel, the county commissioner, reported that essential infrastructure had been destroyed, leaving displaced individuals without shelter, food, and other necessities. Biel has begun mobilizing boats to relocate[Read More…]
UNITY Kiir, colleagues back Raila’s AU bid
By Deng Ghai Deng Kenya officially launched Raila Odinga’s candidacy for the chairmanship of the African Union Commission (AUC) on Tuesday, marking a significant endorsement from East African nations. The event, held at State House in Nairobi, saw a high-profile attendance of regional leaders and dignitaries, reflecting widespread support[Read More…]
Dr. Machar reiterates call to implement peace deal before polls
By William Madouk First Vice President, Dr. Riek Machar, has called on parties signatory to the 2018 Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in South Sudan to implement the pending prerequisites outlined in the deal. According to a statement from the press unit in the Office of[Read More…]
South Sudan unveils accreditation permit for exports
By William Madouk Ministry of Trade and Industry has introduced a new accreditation permit system for goods entering the country. According to a public notice seen by this outlet, Trade Minister Amb. Joseph Moun Majak stated that the accreditation permit is intended to verify the authenticity of products being[Read More…]
Talking about salary payment in the country is a reminder of the genesis of the terminology which originated from compensation to those in “Slavery”, hard to dream of the next pay. Ironically, the striking staff of Bor Hospital in Jonglei State are sick of “Financial Deficiency Syndrome” which needs cure[Read More…]
Your candle doesn’t lose its light by lighting another
By Ustaz Mark Bang We have never seen people die to help others achieve their goals; people feel so naïve in seeing their own brothers or sisters prospering in one way or another, and this isn’t good for anyone wishing others to fail. If people wish to see others[Read More…]
Heavy rains destroy bridge linking South Sudan with Uganda
By Kei Emmanuel Duku Residents of Owinykibul Payam in Magwi County, Eastern Equatorial State, are stranded following destruction of Atepi Bridge, which links South Sudan and Uganda. The bridge was washed away by heavy rains that began on Friday evening and continued throughout the weekend. The downpour also damaged[Read More…]
U.S. insists on ‘credible probe’ into Allen’s Death
By William Madouk Embassy of United States of America in South Sudan has once again called on the transitional government to conduct a credible investigation into the death of American-British journalist Christopher Allen, which occurred seven years ago. Allen was shot and killed on August 26, 2017, during military[Read More…]
Strike over unpaid incentives paralyzes Bor Hospital
By Deng Ghai Deng Bor Hospital, Jonglei State has come to a standstill as medical staff began a strike on Monday, due to unpaid incentives and delayed salaries leaving patients without care. The walkout follows a formal strike threat issued by the hospital’s medical staff two weeks ago, amid[Read More…]
MP calls for improved healthcare after colleague’s death
By ’Dogga Luwo Chairperson of a Specialized Committee for Peace and Security in Central Equatoria State Assembly has appealed to the state governor to address the medical welfare of constitutional post-holders. Isaac Aloro Lomodi, the committee chair, urged Governor Augustino Jadalla Wani to take urgent action to ensure adequate[Read More…]
Immigration chief urges patience as gov’t tackles printer breakdown
By William Madouk Director of Directorate of Civil Registry, Nationality, Passport, and Immigration, Maj. Gen. Simon Majur has called on citizens seeking passports and nationality IDs to be patient as the agency works to resolve a printer breakdown that has caused delays. Maj. Gen. Majur acknowledged the inconvenience caused[Read More…]
Parliament locks media out, grills 11 ministers, Revenue Chief
By Philip Buda Ladu The Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) barred the media from covering Monday sitting where 11 national ministers and commissioner general of the National Revenue Authority were questioned. In a rare show of events, the national parliament decided to suspend media and public access to the[Read More…]
President Kiir attends Raila Odinga’s AU commission candidacy launch
By Bosco Bush President Salva Kiir Mayardit has traveled to Nairobi, Kenya, to witness the endorsement of former Kenyan Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga’s candidacy for the position of Chairperson of the African Union (AU) Commission in 2025. The inaugural ceremony is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, August[Read More…]
LEGAL PURSUIT: Petronas sues South Sudan over $1.2 billion asset seizure
By William Madouk Malaysian oil giant Petronas has filed a lawsuit against the government of South Sudan, accusing the government of blocking the $1.25 billion sale of its local assets in the country. According to Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas), the Juba administration has taken over the company’s operations, including[Read More…]
You are not who you are
Ustaz Mark Bang We are not who we are until we realize where we’ve gone astray, whether in saying or doing. Many of our people in places of work don’t really believe they are not working positively; some fail to discharge their duties due to unknown weaknesses. One[Read More…]
I miss my place for rebirth
When I reflect on how I used to celebrate my holidays, I always feel like I have lost a portion of myself. How I used to celebrate my holidays has greatly affected my perception of today’s holiday celebrations. I used to go traditional, but today’s holiday celebration needs me to[Read More…]
As government foregoes salary payment, due to financial constraints, medical provisions must be a priority, to diffuse sicknesses and hunger, tormenting citizens. Amidst delirium of survival to the next day, patients seeking medical attention from Yei Civil Hospital, are already encountering shortage of essential supplies. According to the Hospital medical[Read More…]
Leadership as god intended: The gift of limits-avoiding being a guarantor for a stranger
By Very Rev Nathaniel Garang Aduotdit If someone promises to pay the debt of a stranger, get a coat or something from him to keep until the debt is paid. One of the greatest Gifts God has given all His children is the gift of limits. It’s because, man[Read More…]
Bureau of standards equips Nimule lab to combat poor-quality products
By William Madouk South Sudan National Bureau of Standards is set to go a notch higher in its testing capabilities at the border point. On Saturday, the National Bureau of Standards announced on its official page the acquisition of a new set of laboratory equipment aimed at strengthening surveillance[Read More…]