By Ustaz Mark Bang The white man’s happiness cannot be purchased by the black man’s misery. We have been trying to fight off illiteracy, disunity, tribalism, silence, and threats from those whose visions are short. Those who don’t see what is destroying and affecting us. Never should this be,[Read More…]
Author: One Citizen Daily Newspaper
Set a thief to catch a thief
By Malek Arol Dhieu If a property is stolen from you and you go out in search of a thief, you may not get the thief easily. The easiest way to get a thief is to hire another thief to look for him. The motive behind it is that thieves[Read More…]
Central Bank’s new headquarters nears completion
By Ngor Deng Matem The construction of the Bank of South Sudan’s (BoSS) new headquarters is progressing steadily, with the project expected to be completed. During a recent site visit, BoSS Governor Dr. James Alic Garang expressed his appreciation for the work done by the Shandong Construction Company and[Read More…]
Yei prepares to receive Jadalla
By James Innocent The people of Yei River County are preparing and eagerly awaiting the arrival of Governor, Augustino Jadalla Wani. In preparation for the governor’s upcoming tour of the state’s six counties, over ten reception committees have been formed in Yei. The date of the visit is yet[Read More…]
Respect chain of command, Jadalla tells cabinet
By Bida Elly David Central Equatoria State (CES) Governor Augustino Jadallah has warned state officials and lawmakers against misusing titles and called on them to respect the chain of command in government operations. The directive was issued during a meeting of the CES Council of Ministers, according to the[Read More…]
25 equipped on electoral process
By Yang Ater Yang United Nations Integrated Electoral Assistance Team (UN IEAT) organized a 3-day “Building Resources in Democracy, Governance and Elections” (BRIDGE) workshop in Lakes State. The training covered electoral principles, the legal framework for the electoral process, an overview of the electoral system, the roles and functions[Read More…]
Eminent protest as University lecturers demand 7 months’ pay
By Yang Ater Yang Lecturers at the Rumbek University of Science and Technology (RUST) are demanding immediate payment of seven months’ worth of salary arrears and outstanding allowances for the 2023-2024 academic year. This came after the general assembly of the Rumbek University of Science and Technology academic association[Read More…]
Nairobi Talks; Parties respond to peace protocols
By Staff writer The parties participating in the Nairobi peace talks will today provide their input into a 75-page document that will be transformed into peace protocols. Last week, the mediators presented a summarized version of the presentations made by the parties on four key topics: political issues and[Read More…]
The Norwegian government has always been with the people of South Sudan and their aspiration for freedom, peace and dignified life. Reaffirming her commitment to fostering lasting peace in the country, we must appreciate Norway’s unfading determination to help South Sudan achieve her long-term goals, By acknowledging contribution of the[Read More…]
Norway pledges support to Nairobi talks
By Charles K Mark Norwegian government has reaffirmed its commitment to fostering lasting peace in South Sudan, a country it considers a longstanding ally. Norwegian Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide emphasized Norway’s dedication to collaborating with Kenya in overcoming the obstacles impeding the South Sudanese peace process.[Read More…]
Over 3,400 teachers to take evaluation exams
By Hou Akot Hou About 3,410 teachers in Aweil East County will participate in evaluation interviews conducted by the Aweil East County’s Education Department on June 15th, 2024. The assessments aim to gauge the qualifications and competencies of the teaching staff, in order to identify areas for professional development[Read More…]
Knowledge makes a man unfit to be a slave (part 1)
By Ustaz Mark Bang We have to keep in mind that those who reject the state of others’ slavery do so only when one has knowledge. This means that the pursuit of knowledge is an all-or-nothing proposition. You have to see it all, or you run the risk of[Read More…]
Staying positive in the biting economic situation: a biblical guideline of managing the hardships
Rev. Ellie Sworo In times of economic hardship, finding strength and guidance in faith can be a source of comfort and direction. We very well understand the economic hardship most average citizens are going through at the moment. In such difficulties, it is not a sign that God is[Read More…]
The big forest of no return
By Theem Isaac Machar Akot “At the end of the day, we shall not remember the words of our enemies, but the silence of our friends.” These are the wise words of Martin Luther King. By the end of this regime, we shall not remember the marginalization of the[Read More…]
Devastating floods threaten Juba Nabari
By Kidega Livingstone Residents of Juba Nabari West, Block 2 are increasingly concerned about the flood water that surges through their neighbourhood during the rainy season. The rushing water, which flows from the Simoni Jada Bridge, has affected thousands of households, causing displacement of many people after it destroyed[Read More…]
Jadalla calls for strengthening SPLM party policies
By Staff writer Central Equatoria State’s Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) chairperson, Augustino Jadalla Kamilo Wani, has called for the state leadership to put more effort into ensuring the effective implementation of the party’s policies. Jadalla made this call during a meeting with the party leadership of the state[Read More…]
Electricity kills man in Warrap
By Hou Akot Hou A 25-year-old man was electrocuted and killed on the spot at Akon payam in Gogrial West County, Warrap State on Thursday. The victim, identified as Deng Chan, was a trader who sold phones and SIM cards. He reportedly climbed on the roof of his tukul[Read More…]
Arab nomads seek extended stay in Aweil amid drought
By Hou Akot Hou Pastoralist nomads from Sudan’s Rezigat tribe, who have been staying in Aweil North County, Northern Bahr El Ghazal state, have requested an extension of their stay in the area due to a severe drought affecting their home regions. Majok Dengdit, the secretary for the local[Read More…]
Language barrier hinders justice to refugees-Chief Justice
By Charles K Mark Chief Justice, Chan Reec Madut, has raised concerns about the lack of justice accessibility for some refugees in the country. He highlighted that individuals whose rights are at risk are often caught in the middle due to a lack of knowledge about legal procedures. Madut[Read More…]
First female EAC Secretary General takes office
By Bida Elly David East African Community (EAC) has sworn in its new Secretary General, Veronica Mueni Nduva, making her the first woman to assume this role. Nduva, who hails from the Republic of Kenya, was confirmed in the position on Friday. She is the first female to lead[Read More…]