By James Innocent Traders and consumers in Yei River County, Central Equatoria State, report that the surging US dollar exchange rate and high taxation have severely impacted the economic well-being of residents. They are urging relevant authorities to prioritize dialogue for peace and focus on livelihood activities to mitigate widespread[Read More…]

By James Innocent   Youth of Yei River County in Central Equatoria State are being encouraged to engage in farming as a means to eradicate hunger this year, rather than joining armed groups. Likambo Peter, a local youth, expresses his support for agriculture, urging all young people in the area[Read More…]

By James Innocent Over 350 returnees arrived in Yei during March, primarily from the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda, according to officials from the Relief and Rehabilitation Commission (RRC). This was reported during a strategic planning meeting held by the Yei River County government with national and international organizations[Read More…]

By Kei Emmanuel Duku Governor Augustino Jadalla Kamilo Wani of Central Equatoria State has called for peace and unity among the State’s diverse communities. This appeal follows the peaceful and successful celebration of Eid Al-Fitr in the state and comes at a time when fostering social cohesion is particularly vital.[Read More…]

By James Innocent Yei River County faces an environmental crisis, exacerbated by recent conflict and unsustainable resource exploitation. The county has witnessed a significant depletion of its forest cover, with millions of trees lost. This deforestation is driven, in part, by the export of timber logs through Uganda, generating substantial[Read More…]

By James Innocent   Thousands gathered to commemorate Eid Al-Fitr, including the heads of Yei River County of Central Equatoria State. The Commissioner of Yei River County joined the Muslims during the Eid celebration on Sunday, coinciding with Christian prayers that took place that morning. Commissioner Emmanuel assured the Muslim[Read More…]

By James Innocent Yei River County witnessed the official handover of leadership for its youth association on Saturday, March 29, 2025, marking a significant moment for the county. The peaceful transition, held in the presence of key stakeholders, saw the outgoing chairperson pass the torch to the newly elected leader.[Read More…]

By Kei Emmanuel Duku   Lainya County has enacted a new Executive Order, dated March 14, 2025, imposing local taxes on cattle herders and their migratory activities. The county commissioner, Robert John Morris Lasu issued an order intended to address persistent tensions between local farmers and pastoralists. On another hand[Read More…]

By Kei Emmanuel Duku   Yei River County Commissioner, Taban Emmanuel Seme, has issued an Executive Order suspending all logging-related activities within the county, effective March 14, 2025. The order targets companies and individuals involved in logging, timber, and pole trading. Commissioner Seme stated the Executive Order aligns with the[Read More…]

By Kei Emmanuel Duku   A recent attack in Morobo County, allegedly by National Salvation Front (NAS) forces of Gen. Thomas Cirilo Sawaka has displaced 116 citizens. The County Commissioner, Charles Data Bullen confirmed that  residents were assaulted , property including food, motorcycles, and water pump machines looted during the[Read More…]

By Yiep Joseph   Central Equatoria state government launched the “Let’s Go Farming Marathon” initiative over the weekend in Yei River County to promote teamwork in agriculture. According to a statement from the Central Equatoria State (CES) governor’s press unit, the vibrant sports activities attracted participants from various payams to[Read More…]

Juba City Council has enacted a local order, effective February 25, 2025, prohibiting the roaming and keeping of livestock, including cattle, sheep, and goats, within city boundaries. Mayor Johnson Shuka Nishak Jada signed the order. “This local order shall be cited as local order No. 01/2025 prohibiting movement of cattle[Read More…]

By James Innocent At least 62 orphans in Yei River County received scholarships provided by Coniah Medical Complex, a private medical facility. Director Patrick Kenyi Daniel donated one million South Sudanese Pounds to the Kikiji National Orphanage Centre to fund the scholarships. “I am putting the grants directly to the[Read More…]

By Yiep Joseph Central Equatoria State Governor Augustino Jadalla Kamilo has urged county commissioners to work closely with security coordinators to address the persistent insecurity troubling the state. He made the call during the opening of the Commissioners’ and Mayor’s Forum on Wednesday. The three-day forum, supported by the United[Read More…]

By Kei Emmanuel Duku Over 70 individuals displaced in Jalimo Boma, Kangapo II Payam, Kajo Keji County, Central Equatoria State, are need of assistance. The population was displace following an attack allegedly carried out by forces loyal to the National Salvation Front (NAS), led by Gen. Thomas Cirilo. According to[Read More…]

By William Madouk Governor of Central Equatoria State, Augustino Jadalla Kamilo Wani, has begun his tour of Juba County to assess local challenges and promote peace, stability, and unity. Addressing the crowd, governor Jadalla stated that his purpose of visit has three key objectives, which include assessing the living conditions,[Read More…]

By Yiep Joseph   Central Equatoria State (CES) government has received Four vehicles for peace missions, committing to utilizing them effectively for peacebuilding efforts. The vehicles were provided on Wednesday, by the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) as part of their Peace Partnership initiative. During the handover ceremony[Read More…]

By Yiep Joseph Central Equatoria state government has reached a resolution that tasked the security committee to visit once every month some of the hotspot areas experiencing insecurity across Juba and other parts of the state. According to the statement obtained by this outlet, the resolution was passed on Tuesday[Read More…]

By James Innocent Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO), in collaboration with the International Organization for Migration (IOM), is hosting a two-day capacity-building training program in Yei. This initiative, funded by the United Nations Multi-Partner Trust commenced on January 21 to 22nd, 2025, and aims to equip over thirty participants[Read More…]