By Bosco Bush Ministry of Health received a cheque worth one billion South Sudanese Pounds from the Ministry of Finance and Planning to combat the cholera outbreak in South Sudan. South Sudan declared a cholera outbreak in October 2024. As of 7 January 2025, more than 17,581 cases have been[Read More…]
Author: One Citizen Daily Newspaper
At least 23 perish in a day-Police
By Philip Buda Ladu A series of violent incidents, including killings, assaults, and inter-communal clashes, with 23 deaths, have been reported across the country in the last 24 hours. According to a security report released by the South Sudan National Police Service (SSNPS), while the overall security situation has[Read More…]
The moment you become arrogant, you stop learning.
By Ustaz Mark Bang Many arrogant people think very highly of themselves because of what they have achieved, comparing it to the outside world to boast about their own opinions and desire to be far above others. They monopolize conversations, that what they say is best around the whole[Read More…]
Will the Reopening of the Refinery Benefit South Sudanese?
By Mogga Loyo South Sudan, a nation rich in oil reserves but grappling with economic instability and conflict, has long faced significant challenges in utilizing its natural resources to benefit its population. One of the most prominent developments in recent months has been the government’s announcement of the reopening of[Read More…]
Nation Talks
Subnational violence/attacks in South Sudan remain risky for the people despite the peace agreement signed in September 2018. Since then, the agreement has increased inter-ethnic violence, attacks, and threats across the country, as parties remained separated and their minds occupied with mutual distrust. The situation has been made even worse[Read More…]
Comedian Nhomjong seeks medical assistance
By William Madouk A renowned South Sudanese comedian Mr. Anglo Arop Ngor aka Mosquito Nhomjong needs help. The family is appealing to well-wishers and the community to assist with his much-needed medical bill. Mr. Mosquito Nhomjong has been allegedly bedridden for nearly over a year, according to the family[Read More…]
Anyuak Chief passes on at Gambella Hospital
By Manas James Okony Anyuak community in Akobo County, Jonglei State, is mourning the loss of Chief Omot Okwier, widely known as Chief Atii, who passed away on Sunday evening at a hospital in Ethiopia’s Gambella region. John Okei Okei, a representative of Akobo County in the Jonglei State Legislative[Read More…]
Community demands removal of Aneet buffer zone commander
By William Madouk President Salva Kiir Mayardit has been urged to remove Maj-Gen Joseph Kuai Ajak from his position as buffer zone commander in Aneet, a contested area between Warrap State and Abyei Administrative Area. During a meeting of the Twic Mayardit Community Association in Juba, Ms. Achan Agoth Akiec,[Read More…]
Renewed clashes reported in WES
By Bosco Bush Confrontations between South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF) and opposition forces allegedly resumed yesterday in Kubri Bou, Nagero County, Western Equatoria State, though no casualties have been reported. The fighting, which began last Saturday, is linked to the removal of a checkpoint at Kubri Bou where[Read More…]
Gov’t uses ‘investigative committees’ to conceal accountability-activist
By Yiep Joseph Over the years, it has become a common response of governments in South Sudan, to form investigative committees to solve various issues affecting the country but no definite results have been achieved. Ranging from conflict resolution, disaster management to other concerns, a debate sparks on effectiveness of[Read More…]
People don’t leave bad jobs, they leave bad managers
By Ustaz Mark Bang It’s true the manager can make or break a business, but to use the word “always” is wrong. People don’t “always” do anything. People are selfish and usually work for their own best interest; the best manager in the world may be able to reduce[Read More…]
Shisha in South Sudan, a growing trend
By John Majak Deng What is shisha? Shisha, also known as hookah or waterpipe smoking, involves inhaling flavoured tobacco smoke that is filtered through water. The process begins with placing tobacco (often mixed with molasses or glycerin) into a bowl at the top of the hookah. The tobacco is[Read More…]
MTN launches eSIM card
By William Madouk MTN South Sudan has announced the launch of its eSIM card (embedded SIM), a digital version that provides customers with the same functionality as a traditional physical SIM card. MTN South Sudan is the first telecommunication firm to introduce eSIM technology in the country. On Friday, Monzer[Read More…]
Two drivers detained over carelessness
By Hou Akot Hou Traffic police in Tonj South County, Warrap State, have detained two drivers between Wednesday and Thursday, following accusations of causing accidents and damaging a shop. The first incident, occurred when a driver of a heavy truck loaded with goods, en route to Aweil via Wau from[Read More…]
Canada announces additional humanitarian support
By Staff writer Embassy of Canada in South Sudan has announced an increase in its humanitarian assistance to address the escalating crisis stemming from the ongoing conflict in Sudan. In a statement, the Canadian Embassy revealed an additional One million Canadian Dollars ($1 million) in funding allocated to the International[Read More…]
Jonglei governor orders audit of institutions
By William Madouk Jonglei State Governor, Mr. Mahjoub Biel Turuk, has ordered an audit of all state institutions to enhance transparency and accountability. The directive follows recent discrepancies between the governor and his deputy regarding the expenditure of Personal Income Tax (PIT) funds. In a letter dated January 9th addressed[Read More…]
SPLA-IO calls for Western Equatoria clash probe
By Bosco Bush Sudan People’s Liberation Army-In Opposition (SPLA-IO) has demanded an immediate investigation into a clash between its forces and the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) that occurred in Kubri Bou, Nagero County, Western Equatoria State on Saturday. On Saturday, SSPDF Spokesperson, Maj. Gen. Lul Ruai Koang told[Read More…]
Pibor prioritizes service delivery in SSP 7.9 billion budget
By Manas James Okony Council of Ministers of Greater Pibor Administrative Area (GPAA) approved a budget of SSP 7.9 billion for 2024/2025 fiscal year on Friday, with a strong emphasis on service delivery. Following the cabinet’s first session for 2025, GPAA Information Minister Jacob Werchum Jouk spoke to No. 1[Read More…]
Audit National Transitional Committee-Civil society demands
By Yiep Joseph A civil society activist has urged the government and the National Audit Chamber to launch an immediate audit of the dissolved National Transitional Committee (NTC) to ensure transparency in utilization of peace funds. The call for an audit comes on the heels of the recent reconstitution[Read More…]
Governor proposes special court for Jonglei-Pibor recycling violence
By Yiep Joseph Jonglei State Governor, Mahjoub Biel Turuk has proposed establishment of a special court to try suspected criminals from within and the neighboring Greater Pibor Administrative Area. This proposal comes amid persistent intercommunal violence between the two sides, despite numerous efforts by national and state governments, as[Read More…]