By Deng Ghai Deng Despite mounting economic difficulties, growing inflation, and widespread hunger, citizens in Bor, found ways to converge in faith to celebrate the birth of Christ. At Saint Andrew’s Cathedral in Bor, about 5,000 faithful, gathered to mark the birth of Jesus Christ, with many expressing gratitude[Read More…]
Author: One Citizen Daily Newspaper
President Kiir emphasizes compassion
By Yiep Joseph South Sudan President Salva Kiir in his Christmas message, has called on citizens to embrace the spirit of forgiveness, peace, and unity in the country. In the President’s nation address on Tuesday, 24 December 2024, forgiveness and the true spirit of peace are key in the message.[Read More…]
U17 Bright Stars bows off CECAFA Championship
By Kei Emmanuel Duku South Sudan’s U-17 junior team suffered a 4-0 defeat to Tanzania in CECAFA U-17 Championship semifinals at Nakivubo Stadium on 24 December 2024. Hussein Mbegu opened the scoring for Tanzania in the 15th minute, with Ng’habi Zamu doubling the lead in the 31st. Before halftime, South[Read More…]
Displaced Women, Girls empowered with solar lamps
By Philip Buda Ladu As part of its effort to empower vulnerable women and girls, UNFPA South Sudan has distributed solar lamps to displaced women and girls at Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camp in Juba. This came through a generous, in-kind donation of solar lanterns from Panasonic, a leading Japanese[Read More…]
At least 79 prisoners regain freedom as Christmas gift
By Yiep Joseph Northern Bhar el Ghazal (NBGS) governor has directed the state prison service to release 79 prisoners on petty crimes. In his Christmas and New 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫 message extended to the media, governor, 𝐒𝐢𝐦𝐨𝐧 𝐎𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐌𝐚𝐰𝐮𝐭 ordered juveniles, women, and elderly persons who have been in prison due to[Read More…]
Primate urges gov’t to prioritize salary payment, security
By Yiep Joseph Episcopal Church of South Sudan (ECSS) Primate has appealed to the government to treat salary payment and security as key responsibilities. Archbishop, Dr. Justin Badi Arama acknowledged that salary delay and insecurity, subjected citizens to a great suffering, this year. Addressing a press conference on Monday[Read More…]
Governor Jadalla Calls for unity, Cholera alert, in festive season
By Philip Buda Ladu Central Equatoria governor, H.E. Augustino Jadalla Kamilo Wani, has called for unity among the people across the State during celebration of Christmas festivity. Jadalla also urged the public to maintain vigilance amidst Cholera situation in the state and across the country. The governor was speaking to[Read More…]
Joint security force to safeguard, don’t panic
By Yiep Joseph South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF) calls on public not to panic but co-operate with a joint security force on operation during the festive season. Army spokesperson, Maj. Gen. Lul Ruai Koang, made the call on Tuesday, during media briefing over the deployment of the joint[Read More…]
Gov’t employees closing a year on one-month salary
By Yiep Joseph Government workforce, that comprises organized forces and civil servants are in distress on receiving only January 2024 salaries, few days into a new year. As the country battles economic crisis, salary payment continues to be like a government privilege to the people, rather than a responsibility to[Read More…]
Lainya authorities endorse resolutions for inter-communal dialogue
By Bosco Bush Lainya County Commissioner has endorsed 13 Resolutions for Intercommunal Reconciliation Forum aimed to restore peace and social cohesion among conflicting communities of Kupera and Wuji Payams. According to Robert John Lasu, these communities have had a longstanding ancestral land dispute that led to disintegration, marginalization and[Read More…]
Jamus FC bolsters squad ahead of South Sudan Premier League
By Kei Emmanuel Duku As the South Sudan Premier League kicked off yesterday, Jamus FC, a top-flight club in the Juba Local Football Association and promoted to the South Sudan Primer League, has signed eight players to enhance their competitive edge. Jamus FC are the defending champions of the Juba[Read More…]
Kajo-Keji County Commissioner pardons 17 prisoners
By Philip Buda Ladu Commissioner of Kajo-Keji County, Central Equatoria State, Hon. David Lisi Christopher has pardoned at least 17 prisoners who have served between four months to one year in various detention facilities. The decision to release the captives on Monday, most of whom were connected to rebellion and[Read More…]
Civil society urges sustained dialogue in Tumaini
By Bosco Bush As the parties to Tumaini peace talks break for short Christmas holidays, South Sudan Civil Society Forum [SSCSF] is urging sustained dialogue to break barriers and reach a unanimous consensus. The group believes that, approaching the next round of talks with the rationale for dialogue, commitment[Read More…]
Judiciary launches circuit court in Aweil
By John Akoon The Judiciary has officially launched a Circuit Court in Aweil Center County, Northern Bahr El Ghazal State, bringing justice closer to the local community. The inauguration took place over the weekend. During the launch, Abraham Majur Lat, the President of the High Court in Northern Bahr[Read More…]
Persuade Gen. Cirilo to join talks
By Yiep Joseph A civil society group has called on the Mediation Team and the Government of Kenya to persuade NAS leader General Thomas Cirilo and other opposition to join the ongoing talks in Nairobi. According to the statement extended to this outlet, the group appreciated the Kenyan government for[Read More…]
HIV among pregnant women rises in Bor-official
By Deng Ghai Deng Health authorities in Jonglei State’s capital Bor have reported a concerning rise in the number of HIV-positive pregnant women seeking antenatal care at Bor State Hospital. Atong Ajak, a nurse at the hospital, noted that she registers new HIV cases daily, with pregnant women being[Read More…]
Repeal National Security Act-gov’t urged
By Yiep Joseph South Sudan Civil Society Forum (SSCSF), in its statement has called out the South Sudan government to accelerate the repealing of the National Security Act 2014 as requested by the governor’s forum as well as stakeholders at Tumaini. In July this year, South Sudan’s parliament approved an[Read More…]
US pins South Sudan ‘peace spoilers’
By Yiep Joseph The United States of America has announced plans to impose visa restrictions on individuals responsible for spoiling peace in South Sudan. According to the US, those individuals who are found to be undermining and impeding a sustainable peace in the country would be subjected to visa[Read More…]
All we need now is an overdose of patience
For the past few years, I have dedicated my life to writing articles that change the way you see yourself in this polarizing society. The world, with its pains, hurts and troubles is one of the easiest places where you can easily lose your mind. It could be through some[Read More…]
Let us fight against rumors!
By John Mangar Reechdit Last Friday afternoon, misinformation began circulating regarding the potential removal of Dr. Marial Dongrin Ater, the Minister of Finance and Planning. I am tired of the rampant rumours in Juba, often spread through social media or phone calls, concerning the removal and replacement of political[Read More…]