By William Madouk A civil society activist has called on President Salva Kiir Mayardit to deliver a state-of-the-nation address on communal violence that continues to claim the lives of innocent civilians. On Monday, the United Nations Mission in South Sudan’s (UNMISS) latest quarterly brief on violence affecting civilians stated that[Read More…]
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Revoke controversial order on driving license-Ministry directed
By Bosco Bush The Ministry of Interior has been directed to revoke a controversial Order issued by the Director-General of Traffic Police, shortening Driving License validity from five years to one year for nationals and six months for foreigners. The decision was reached after a meeting between First Deputy Speaker[Read More…]
Oil flow resumes today
By Yiep Joseph Ministry of Petroleum (MOP) announced the resumption of oil production in Blocks 3 and 7 after Sudan lifted the force Majeure. “The Ministry of Petroleum and Partners would like to declare that the kick-off date for DPOC resumption is as early as tomorrow(today). This is basically to[Read More…]
I am not responsible for alleged “rats”-Minister Puot
By Yiep Joseph South Sudan Minister of Petroleum, Puot Kang Chol, has distanced docket from the alleged “rat” benefiting from the country’s oil resources. In year, during a deliberation, Hon. Achuil Lual stunned the August House by claiming that “a rat” (person) benefits from the country’s the oil money.[Read More…]
Illiteracy is the number one promoter of ignorance (Part Three)
By Ustaz Mark Bang Franklin D. Roosevelt was able to rebuild the United States with what plenty today would decry as a dangerous slippery slope into Communism. But the Roosevelt administration actually saved America from having its own October Revolution by laying down hundreds of public works projects, regulating the[Read More…]
Nation Talks
Christmas and New Year Season are festivals that promote love, peace, and being together with loved ones, such as family members, friends, lovers, and neighbours, and being happy throughout the festive season in Christians’ lives worldwide. First of all, I would like to thank the government of South Sudan for[Read More…]
Yakani renews call to establish Truth and Reconciliation Commission
By Yiep Joseph Executive Director of Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO), Edmund Yakani, has renewed his call upon President Salva Kiir to establish a Truth and Reconciliation Commission. Once established, the commission will document crimes, promote reconciliation, and recommend reparations for victims. He stressed that the establishment of the[Read More…]
Explosion kills 12-year-old boy
By Deng Athian A 12-year-old boy lost his life while another 8-year-old boy sustained serious injuries due to a hand grenade explosion in the community of Kootic village in Northern Bahr El Ghazal State. The unfortunate event occurred last Sunday in Aweil North County, raising concerns about the dangers posed[Read More…]
Communal Violence remains threat in South Sudan-UN
By Kei Emmanuel Duku United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) has identified communal violence as the primary driver of conflict, resulting in the deaths of numerous civilians across major states in the country. According to the UNMISS Human Rights Division, between July and September 2024, 299 people were[Read More…]
Tribute to 1992 Juba Massacre Victims
By Dogga Luwo In remembrance of victims and survivors of tragic 1992 Juba Massacre, a heartbreaking documentary has been premiered. Show cast on December 23, 2024, at women’s union office, the documentary aims at raising awareness and share harrowing experiences of survivors as well as witnesses. The film by[Read More…]
Illiteracy is the number one promoter of ignorance (part 2)
By Ustaz Mark Bang My perspective is that each one of us is a multidimensional being. I came to this understanding through spiritual enlightenment, quantum physics, and learning from those who have an open connection to a knowing beyond the physical. This is to say that we are a body[Read More…]
Dear 2025, you are a good year, aren’t you?
Dear 2025, you are just 6 days old today. From the bottom of my heart, I warmly welcome you. Feel at home! If you were a baby boy, you would be taken to church this Sunday for baptism. If you were a baby girl, you would be taken to church[Read More…]
Activist urges upgrading of Juba International Airport
By Bosco Bush A civil society activist is urging the government to modify and upgrade Juba International Airport (JIA) to meet international safety standards. Mr. Ter Manyang Gatwech expressed concerns that the current condition of Juba International Airport does not align with international standards, potentially putting the country at[Read More…]
Rumbek communities agree to resolve conflicts peacefully
By Yang Ater Yang A peace dialogue in Lakes State has ended with the adoption of 24 resolutions aimed at ending violence, revenge killings, road ambushes, and elopements. More than 100 participants, including chiefs, women, cattle keepers, youth, and intellectuals, gathered for the two-day dialogue organized by the Peace[Read More…]
Jonglei Secretary General resigns
By Yiep Joseph Secretary-General (SG) of the Jonglei state government Gatwech Koak Nyuon, has resigned and relocated to neighboring Ethiopia. In his resignation letter, dated January 3, 2025, and addressed to Jonglei Governor Mahjoub Biel Turuk, Nyuon cited personal reasons for his departure. However, he did not elaborate on[Read More…]
Civil Society voices concerns over unfair border treatment in EAC
By Yiep Joseph President of East African Civil Society Organizations Forum, Edmund Yakani has expressed concerns regarding the “unfair” treatment of travelers at border crossings. Yakani, who is also Executive Director of the Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO) claims that individuals face discrimination and unjust treatment at the immigration[Read More…]
Drivers express discontent over reduced license validity
By William Madouk The directorate of traffic police has week issued new directives, shortening the duration of driving licenses from five years to one year for nationals, and from one year to six months for foreign drivers. This change was outlined in a circular dated January 4, 2025, written by[Read More…]
Dr. Machar receives report endorsing Abyei referendum
By Dogga Morris and Bosco Bush Long-standing dispute over the status of Abyei Administrative Area has taken a new turn, with the administrative assembly endorsing the 2013 referendum, a step that may be contrary to the 2004 Abyei Protocol. On Friday, a delegation from Abyei Administrative Area, led by[Read More…]
Oil flow to resume as Sudan lifts Force Majeure
By Kei Emmanuel Duku Sudan has announced lifting a force majeure declared on South Sudan oil extraction last year, expecting oil production and export to resume. Sudan’s Minister of Energy and Petroleum, Dr. Mohieddin Naaiem Mohamed Saied stated in a letter addressed to South Sudan’s Minister of Petroleum, Pout[Read More…]
The Oversight Dilemma inside TNL Parliament: A Critical Look at Oversight Failures During Economic Crises
By Hon. Eng. Boutros Magaya Nbangano, MP- TNLA “TNL Leadership is fully responsible for its failures, in-effectiveness and largely responsible for current economic crises” 1. Introduction This article seeks to address the genuine concerns expressed by citizens regarding the performance of Parliament, particularly in light of the ongoing economic[Read More…]