By Yiep Joseph The government has been urged to strengthen arms management alongside disarmament efforts to end the proliferation of weapons. This concern arose after the South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF) announced disarmament in Warrap State and Mayom County in Unity State. Speaking to the media on Tuesday,[Read More…]
Author: One Citizen Daily Newspaper
When Will Favoritism End Everywhere?
Benjamin-Ajuong-Machiek This problem isn’t just about feelings; it can lead to bigger issues, such as corruption. If it happens in our homes, it can affect how children view fairness and honesty as they grow up. As someone who has experienced this, I can say I am really tired of favoritism.[Read More…]
Challenged to be kind
Challenged to be kind Kindness is not deserved. It is not limited by any social, physical, mental, political, or economic differences. It is a choice. I intended to go on foot from Jebel to Gudele. It was the day I went very broke. I went to Jebel to attend[Read More…]
Editorial
Armed youth in the country must comply with South Sudan Defense Forces by handing over firearms voluntarily to avoid unpalatable repercussions. Possession of firearms in a country is a monopoly of the government, entrusted to only security and law enforcement agencies, those out of this line do so illegally. Traditionally,[Read More…]
Nation Talks
This Month of June is for Muslims. While gathering and celebrating the happiness from God (Allah) and overcoming suffering and temptations during the hard time after the 30-day fasting is now a great moment in the Islamic religion, more especially in the Muslim community. Mosques are more remembered. It is[Read More…]
Civil society condemns forced marriage, turned fatal
By Peter Kuol Kuch Jonglei State civil society network has condemned an incident of forced marriage that forced the girl to commit suicide. Last week, an 18-year-old girl tragically ended her precious life because she was compelled by her parents to marry an older man with multiple wives. According[Read More…]
Advocate pleas for Dr. Machar’s release ahead of Independence celebration
By Yiep Joseph Civil society activist Ter Manyang has urged government to release Dr. Riek Machar and other political detainees ahead of Independence Day. First Vice President and opposition leader Dr. Riek Machar was placed under house arrest in March amid escalating political tensions that followed conflict in Nasir,[Read More…]
Civil society condemns forced marriage, turned fatal
By Peter Kuol Kuch Jonglei State civil society network has condemned an incident of forced marriage that forced the girl to commit suicide. Last week, an 18-year-old girl tragically ended her precious life because she was compelled by her parents to marry an older man with multiple wives. According[Read More…]
Four traders killed in Jonglei road ambush
By Peter Kuol Kuch At least four people have been confirmed dead in a road ambush along Makara-wuien road in Northern Jonglei over the weekend. According to the acting governor of Jonglei State, a commercial vehicle was travelling from Bor town to Northern Jonglei before it came under ambush.[Read More…]
Torit youth call for action against inter-communal violence
By Jacob Onuha Nelson Youth have called on Eastern Equatoria State government to intervene in inter-communal violence between Tirangore and Mura Hatiha in Kiyala Payam of Torit County. Kayya Albino Kayya, Tirangore Boma youth chairperson, appealed to the state government to reconcile and restore peace between the two communities.[Read More…]
CEPO calls for trust, political compromise
By Yiep Joseph Executive Director of the Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO), Edmund Yakani, has called on political leaders to build trust and engage in political compromise. In a message to the media, Yakani urged leaders and parties to focus on compromise and implement peace as the country[Read More…]
Suspected armed militant released from Custody in Kajo-Keji
By Kei Emmanuel Duku Kajo-Keji County Commissioner Wani Jackson Mule revealed that a suspected armed militant, previously held in custody, has been released following extensive investigations. This release is part of a broader effort by his administration to free civilians detained by various security organs in the county since[Read More…]
SSPDF launches recruitment drive for Riverine, peacekeeping
By Philip Buda Ladu In a significant announcement, South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF), unveiled plans for a large-scale recruitment drive. SSPDF Spokesperson, Major General Lul Ruai Koang, said the exercise targets a total of 4,000 recruits, 3,000 for specialized Riverine force and an additional 1,000 to bolster its[Read More…]
Activists urge dialogue over deadly Jonglei road ambush
By Manas James Okony Following Saturday’s ambush that claimed the lives of four individuals in Jonglei State’s Twic East County, a prominent civil society activist has called for a comprehensive investigation into the incident and emphasizing the need for dialogue among the communities involved. The incident occurred early on Saturday[Read More…]
DISARMAMENT: Warrap state, Mayom County, on target
By Philip Buda Ladu South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF) have commenced a major disarmament exercise in Warrap State and Mayom County of Unity State. This follows President Salva Kiir Mayardit’s declaration of a six-month state of emergency as a result of escalating conflict. SSPDF Spokesperson Major General Lul[Read More…]
SACKED: Central Bank governor, deputy
By Staff Writer President Salva Kiir has relieved Central Bank Governor Johnny Ohisa Damian, barely six months in the position. In series of Decree read over the state-owned South Sudan Broadcasting Cooperation, Kiir also relieved first Deputy Governor Dr. Addis Ababa Othow. Dr. Addis Ababa Othow has also been relieved[Read More…]
Achieving peace is one thing, but healing the trauma is another
By Malek Arol Dhieu When war broke out in South Sudan, many women were killed and others raped, children and elderly people were killed as well. To everyone’s surprise, people were killed in churches, buildings, utensils, cattle and farms were destroyed. What type of war do you think the[Read More…]
Take Action, It’s Better Than Being Late: On States of Emergency
By Benjamin Ajuong Machiek In these times, the government must act quickly to protect the lives of citizens. One way to do this is by declaring a state of emergency. While some may fear this decision, it is often the right thing to do when people’s safety is at[Read More…]
Deputy Minister calls for empowerment of women, girls
By Hou Akot Hou National Deputy Minister of Agriculture has urged Northern Bahr El Ghazal State leaders to prioritize the empowerment of women and girls across all sectors. Lily Akol Albino made her appeal to State Governor Simon Ober Mawut on Saturday during a consultative meeting held at the[Read More…]
Over 20 police officers trained to mitigate GBV
By James Innocent More than 20 police officers and other protection personnel have completed a Trainer of Trainers (TOT) program on gender-based violence (GBV) in Yei River County, Central Equatoria State. The training was conducted by UNMISS and UNPOL, with participation from officials of the National Police Service. James[Read More…]