By Yiep Joseph Protection of journalists and accuracy of their reporting were key topics at a meeting between the Union of Journalists of South Sudan (UJOSS) and government stakeholders. As South Sudan engages in civic education ahead of the 2026 general elections, the media has a crucial role to[Read More…]
Author: One Citizen Daily Newspaper
Gudele Buaba road opens
By Nakwam Rose Acting Governor of Central Equatoria State, Paulino Lokudu Obedde, has officially reopened the Gudele Buaba road on Friday. The road has been partially undergoing renovation. He was accompanied by Major Element Dismero, Clement Maring, the Minister of Roads and Bridges in Central Equatoria, and the Mayor[Read More…]
VP Bol Mel, Museveni discuss bilateral ties
By Nakwam Rose Vice President Dr. Benjamin Bol Mel held a private meeting with Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni before his safe return home. The meeting took place after Dr. Bol Mel represented President Salva Kiir Mayardit at the Twelfth High-Level Meeting of the Regional Oversight Mechanism (ROM) in Entebbe,[Read More…]
RESTRICTION: CIDs barred from market inspections
By Philip Buda Ladu Acting Inspector General of Police (A/IGP) for Criminal Investigation Department (CID) and Crime Prevention, Lt. Gen. Akok Noon Akok, has issued a stringent standing order demanding an immediate cessation of unauthorized daily inspections of shops in Juba’s markets by CID officers. The directive, dated May[Read More…]
Nation Talks
Water is increasingly sold on the black market, much like foreign currency, and is not readily available from official sources in South Sudan. This situation primarily affects those who cannot afford the high prices set by water tankers, leading to suffering among the poor. Despite being an open economy, the[Read More…]
Agony as South Sudanese students trapped in Ethiopia over visa
By Eng. Maker Mangol Acien Yuol As I learned from sources in Ethiopia, our colleagues, whom we left struggling with studies, since 2023, face expatriation over residential Permit fees/visa. Over 1,500 South Sudanese students, who, from mid 2023, started facing the predicament of residential permit fees. The government of Ethiopia[Read More…]
What exactly happens to an ant separated from the colony?
You must have come across an army of ants, heading somewhere or to someone’s kitchen in their never-ending search for food, with one leader that leads better than some humans, I mean, some leaders. The colony is made up of ants who decide where to go, and just like humans, there are those[Read More…]
Ethnicity, conflict, in South Sudan
By Dr. Dhieu Ngong Gak South Sudan occupies a total area of 644,329 square miles with a population estimated to be more than 11,880,796, or 8,000,000 people, after independence. This area is inhabited by 64 ethnic groups, according to available resources, or 70s, according to other information, who speak[Read More…]
Dear youth, how far is tomorrow?
There lived three rams: black, white and brown rams. They were united beyond union. They used to move, graze, and sleep together. Making the long story short, they were each other’s keeper. Their common enemy tried to kill them, but it failed miserably. One day, the enemy approached the black[Read More…]
UN Peacekeepers Day: Children’s plea for peace takes center stage
By Philip Buda Ladu/UN United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) Thursday, commemorated the International Day of UN Peacekeepers, under the theme, “Peace Begins with Me.” The event saw plea from a young South Sudanese girl, for an end to conflict, emphasizing the collective responsibility for peace in a[Read More…]
UNMISS launches ‘peace begins with me’ campaign
By Peter Kuol Kuch United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) launched “Peace Begins with Me” campaign on Thursday during commemoration of United Nations Peacekeepers Day in Bor. The event featured several cultural dances and artistic performances. Speaking at the event, Ambassador Geetha Pious, head of the UNMISS field[Read More…]
Appointment of new Chief Justice sparks optimism on judicial reform
By Yiep Joseph Optimism is high among members of the public, including lawyers and activists, following appointment of a new Chief Justice, after years of what many describe as persistent challenges in improving South Sudan’s legal system. On Wednesday night, President Salva Kiir Mayardit removed the country’s long-serving Chief[Read More…]
Integrity, reform top advisory to new ambassadors
By Philip Buda Ladu President Salva Kiir Mayardit urged new ambassadors to embody integrity, professionalism, and unwavering commitment in their diplomatic roles. Kiir made the call on Thursday, while presiding over the swearing-in of the Ambassadors at the State House in Juba, president’s office affirmed. During his address, President[Read More…]
New momentum for constitutional, electoral awareness
By Staff Writer A youth-led dialogue focused on amplifying young voices in South Sudan’s permanent constitution-making process and electoral participation has concluded in Unity State. Organized by Active Citizen South Sudan (ACSS), at the Protection of Civilians (PoC) site in Bentiu, Unity State, the event brought together 40 participants[Read More…]
Gov’t to prioritize youth, school farming to boost agriculture
By Yiep Joseph The government has unveiled a plan to involve youth in agricultural cooperatives and engage school-going children in farming groups to promote agriculture across the country. During the launch of Plan International’s five-year country strategy (2025-2030) on Wednesday, Hussein Abdelbagi Akol, the Minister of Agriculture and Food[Read More…]
Central Equatoria, National Revenue Authority, in tax row
By Yiep Joseph Central Equatoria State (CES) has urged South Sudan Revenue Authority (SSRA) to reconsider its recent statement on tax collection, citing that it obstructs clients from making payments. The revenue collection issue began this month when the CES Revenue Authority notified several non-governmental organizations and companies within[Read More…]
UPDF relocates over 800 South Sudanese
By Kei Emmanuel Duku Ugandan authorities in Koboko District of West Nile region are relocating South Sudanese who had sought refuge in border areas like Busia and Oraba. A total of about 1,000 civilians have been moved from the bordering communities and various resettlements within West Nile Region. The[Read More…]
FAO’s support to farmers deserves an applause
By Garang Garang Adim We must commend United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) for its initiative, in collaboration Western Bahr El Ghazal State Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry, to launch seed distribution in Wau and Jur River counties. This initiative is a concrete example of how strategic investments[Read More…]
In my nation, leaders lead with no difference
Benjamin-Ajuong-Machiek I think they will bring change, fresh ideas, and a better life for the people. But as time goes by, I begin to notice something. These leaders are not so different from each other. They talk in the same way, make the same promises, and follow the same[Read More…]
The menace of cattle raids, insecurity, on our nation
By Maker Mangol Acien Yuol Early this year, I had the opportunity of travelling to Cueibet County, Lakes state, but most unfortunately, I was unable to handle challenges the communities face. Having visited Duony, Abiriu, Mayath and Achol Malek Payams, I interacted with the people there and I observed[Read More…]