By Ijoo Bosco A presiding bishop of Grace Gospel Church, in collaboration with Pastors Network of Evangelical Churches and People of Hope, donated second-hand clothes to the Imurok community in Torit County. Bishop Joshua Lokurdek distributed second-hand clothes and shoes to the community, with the aim of encouraging parents[Read More…]
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UN Women advocates for inclusivesness
By Bida Elly David United Nations Women (UN Women) is actively promoting and advocating for the respect of women’s rights in South Sudan across all sectors. Rukaya Mohammed, the Deputy Country Representative of UN Women, said women in South Sudan still face significant structural barriers hindering their full participation[Read More…]
Allan’s death probe report ready
By Charles K Mark A committee tasked to investigate the death of journalist Christopher Allen has released its findings, today. Late in 2017, Christopher Allen, an American-British freelance journalist, lost his life in South Sudan. Established by Ministerial Order No. 02/2023 dated October 2, 2023, the committee led by[Read More…]
TROIKA insists South Sudan leaders act on poll timeline
By Charles K Mark The USA, UK and Norway, reaffirmed a call for South Sudan’s leaders to urgently take the steps necessary to ensure genuine and peaceful elections in December. In a short note seen by this outlet, the TROIKA countries said the electoral process should address the ten[Read More…]
CES opens new abattoir
By Jurugo Emmanuel Ogasto Central Equatoria State Ministry of Animal Resources, Fisheries and Tourism and in partnership with the private firm Zabad for Trading and Investment Company Ltd inaugurated a new abattoir in Juba’s Gumbo-Shirkat area. The inauguration ceremony was held on Wednesday, under the theme “Clean meat, healthy[Read More…]
Ayii dreads threats to his life
By William Madouk South Sudan’s Business Community Chairperson, Ayii Duang Ayii, claims his life is in danger following a confrontation with national prison officers yesterday. The incident stemmed from an ongoing dispute over plots of land in Juba. For nearly four months, Ayii has been locked in a disagreement[Read More…]
SSPDF commander, Commissioner among 15 killed in Pibor
By William Madouk Armed men shot dead fifteen people including the commissioner of Jebel Boma County, Jeremiah Lothiboi and an SSPDF area commander, Col, Kaka Thombum in an ambush in Takaro area of Rath payam, Pibor Administrative Area (GPAA). According to the Minister of Information, Abraham Kelang late. Lothiboi,[Read More…]
Parties at odds over polls
Kidega Livingstone As the deadline for elections approaches, political parties to the agreement continue to be divided on the matter, with some expressing dissatisfaction and considering a boycott. With less than eight months remaining, concerns have arisen regarding the implementation of outstanding provisions outlined in the roadmap. The National[Read More…]
Hunger or heatwave? Which one to first deal with?
When two or more disasters hit people at ago, the result is always catastrophic. When something is being described as “catastrophic”, it has a profound effect of great significance. With the chronic hunger, people have starved beyond starvation. You do not need to tell people to undress so that you[Read More…]
At one point, life will greet you with its left hand
You don’t have an idea what happens tomorrow. It could be teary; it could also joy but nothing prepares you for that. No wonder, life is a journey from nothing to nothing. It all depends on how you see things. Sometimes you just have to find meaning in those difficult[Read More…]
But should we forget the obvious?
By Tr Nyak Lam What is obvious is what is absolute. And what is absolute is what is lawful. And what is lawful is what is just. And what is just is what is natural. And what is natural is what comes from God. And what comes from God[Read More…]
Not stranger to economic challenges – Minister Awow
By Charles K Mark The newly sworn-in Minister of Finance and Economic Planning, Eng. Awow Daniel Chuang, is determined to revive the ailing economy and is unfazed by the challenges ahead. “I am not a stranger and I am aware of all those challenges. On South Sudan economy, the[Read More…]
Be objective-Bakosoro to civil society
By Charles K Mark Members of Civil Society and Churches need to be objective on matters of transparency as they do their advocacy job. The Minister of Presidential Affairs, Joseph Bangasi Bakosoro made the call while addressing members of the Civil Society in a forum in Juba on Tuesday.[Read More…]
Unify forces dodge training-Monitors
By Kidega Livingstone Over three-quarters of graduated National Unified Forces (NUF) of South Sudan have defied orders to return to training centres for deployment. Ceasefire and Transitional Security Arrangements Monitoring and Verification Mechanism (CTSAMVM) made the shocking revelation during weekly report. The situation raises concerns of timely deployment[Read More…]
South Sudan’s Dr. Anib takes IGAD role
By Charles K Mark Former undersecretary at the National Ministry of Health Dr. Victoria Anib Majur has been appointed head of the Social Development Unit of the Inter-governmental Authority on Development (IGAD). The Inter-governmental Authority on Development (IGAD) announced yesterday on its Twitter handle about the appointment. IGAD is[Read More…]
Irish delegates wrapped up Juba trip
By William Madouk Irish Minister of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Charlie McConalogue wrapped up his international development mission to the Horn of Africa in South Sudan as Ireland prepares funds to cushion the needy. According to a statement seen by this outlet, Mr. McConalogue’s visit was to engage[Read More…]
Meet Angeth, a lawyer vying for National Youth Union chair
Kidega Livingstone John Angeth Kenyi Maker, a lawyer by profession, is set to run for the chairmanship position in the upcoming elections of the South Sudan National Youth Union (SSNYU). Residing in Juba and a person living with physical impairment, Mr. Angeth originates from Terekeka County in Central Equatoria[Read More…]
SPLM-IO denies collapse in Lakes State
By Yang Ater Despite recent defections of some members to the SPLM, the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement in Opposition (SPLM-IO) in Lakes State remains intact and active, Dr. Isaiah Akhol Mathiang, Lakes State chairperson has said. He dismissed the reasons cited by the defectors, stating that they were unfounded.[Read More…]
Eleven died in cattle raid
By Hou Akot Hou At least eleven people are confirmed dead following a cattle raid incident in Gogrial East County, Warrap State bordering Unity State, over the weekend. According to Maluach Lueth, commissioner of Gogrial East County, armed men believed to be from Mayom County attacked Awoyic village on[Read More…]
Five cheated death in plane crash
By Bida Elly/Yien Gattuor A cargo plane Antonov 26, crashed at Yida Airstrip in Ruweng Administrative Area due to poor weather conditions, resulting in minor injuries for two pilots. The incident occurred on Tuesday when the plane lost control and overran the runway, eventually hitting a tree and catching[Read More…]