By James Innocent   A three-day civil-military dialogue has successfully concluded in Lasu Payam, Yei River County, Central Equatoria State. The dialogue, brought together over a hundred participants, including community leaders, military officials, partners, youth representatives, religious leaders, and government officials from various departments. It aimed at fostering peace, reconciliation,[Read More…]

By James Innocent   Over 500 farmers in Yei River County, Central Equatoria State received valuable farming inputs from Organic Farming Advisory Organization (OFAO), a national organization. Returnees, host communities, and internally displaced people were the main beneficiaries. The initiative, titled “Promoting Ecosystems and Communities for Enhanced Livelihoods through Understanding[Read More…]

By Jurugo Emmanuel Ogasto   Central Equatoria State government has demolished structures erected in illegally demarcated land in Jebel Ladu Payam of Juba County, in a fight against grabbers. Seven of the land grabbers who appeared on Thursday, during the demolition process were immediately arrested and taken to the Gudele[Read More…]

By Jurugo Emmanuel Ogasto   Central Equatoria State Ministry of Animal Resources, Fisheries and Tourism and in partnership with the private firm Zabad for Trading and Investment Company Ltd inaugurated a new abattoir in Juba’s Gumbo-Shirkat area. The inauguration ceremony was held on Wednesday, under the theme “Clean meat, healthy[Read More…]

By Gladys Fred Kole   Executive Director of Mangalla Town Payam, Hillary Lukudu Mohammed, has appealed to the state government to establish a secondary school in the area. Speaking during the handover of Hydromet stations last week by the Nile Basin Initiative, Lukudu said they have primary schools but no[Read More…]

By James Innocent   A group of over 40 returnees, who had come from Uganda and Congo, arrived in Kejiko Boma of Yei River County, Central Equatoria state. The returnees were warmly received by various government officials, led by the county commissioner, Aggrey Cyrus Kanyikwa. Some senior officers from South[Read More…]

By James innocent   Yei River County welcomed Brigadier General, Hussein Said Jano, as the new chief inspector of police. Gen. Hussein, formerly at Jebel Police Station in Juba, replaces Major John Faisal, who has been acting. Speaking during his reception, Gen. Hussein said he was committed to working closely[Read More…]

By Gladys Fred Kole   Morobo County has launched issuance of nationality identity cards to citizens. According to the county commissioner, Joseph Mawa, the program targeted 530 individuals but with plans to extend registration process. The registration process, which includes obtaining birth certificates and identification documents, began on Wednesday 13th[Read More…]

By James Innocent   About 63 Chiefs, Elders, and Cultural Leaders converged on Sunday in Yei River County to dialogue on issues related to land use and peace, in the county. The dialogue organized by the county authorities specifically seek to address disputes over land use. Speaking during the dialogue[Read More…]

By Gladys Fred Kole   On the eve of International Women’s Day, the Central Equatoria Women’s Union (CEWU) is spearheading an awareness campaign urging women to courageously share their struggles and demand their rights. Scheduled for March 7th, the event aims to raise awareness about the challenges faced by women[Read More…]

By Charles K Mark   Juba Electricity Distribution Company (JEDCO) has announced a partial load shedding due to the high temperatures. JEDCO stated in a statement that, due to the current Juba weather conditions, the demand for electricity has exceeded the power generation capacity. The electricity distributor reported that the[Read More…]

By Jurugo Emmanuel Ogasto   At least 35 suspected land grabbers who were arrested in Jebel Lado Payam on Friday are set to be arraigned in court after a critical investigation. Last week, over forty suspected land grabbers were arrested in Jebel Lado of Juba County, Central Equatoria State, after[Read More…]

By Kidega Livingstone   Central Equatoria State Ministry of Animals Resources and Fisheries, in collaboration with the Juba City Council, is tackling the issue of high meat prices in the city. Officials from both institutions conducted inspection visits to butcheries in various markets, including Suk-Libia, Gudele, Custom, Jebel Suk, and[Read More…]

By Charles K Mark   Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) Cadres in Yei River County are preparing for a unity among members. The party cadres consider starting their togetherness by endorsing President Salva Kiir as flag bearer for 2024 December election. During a reflection retreat last week, the SPLM members[Read More…]

By Kidega Livingstone   Central Equatoria State Ministry of Trade and Industry and the state Chamber of Commerce, are set to meet Juba business community to address soaring prices. The meeting, scheduled for next week, will bring together representatives from various sectors, including petrol stations, manufacturers and currency dealers. Others[Read More…]

By Gladys Fred Kole   Central Equatoria Business Union (CESBU) is expecting over 300 delegates across the world for its 2nd edition of the Juba Economic Forum next week. Yesterday, the CEBU leadership briefed State Governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony on the progress attained ahead of the 2nd edition of the[Read More…]

By Bida Elly David   Central Equatoria State governor re-directed the Coordinator of Wonduruba Administrative Payam to redouble efforts to end violence in the area. Emmanuel Adil Anthony gave the directive during a meeting with a team from Wonduruba, led by the coordinator Mr. Towongo Stephen Michael. Three weeks ago,[Read More…]

By James Innocent   Yei River County, located in Central Equatoria State, recently conducted its first executive council meeting for the year 2024, addressing two key memos. The first memo discussed the endorsement and approval of the Yei Town Water and Sanitation Service (YTWSS) report, which highlighted the performance of[Read More…]