By Ijoo Bosco More than 520 farmers in Magwi County have received vegetable seeds and farming tools aimed at boosting food production, strengthening household livelihoods, and building community resilience. The support, implemented by the Child Relief and Support Organisation (CRSO) following a request to the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO),[Read More…]
Easter Equatoria State
Governor Lobong explores regional cooperation in Soroti City, Uganda
By Ijoo Bosco The Governor of Eastern Equatoria State, Louis Lobong Lojore, has concluded an exposure tour of major higher learning institutions in Soroti City aimed at boosting educational cooperation and institutional development. During his tour, Governor Lobong visited Soroti University, Busitema University, and the East African Civil Aviation Academy[Read More…]
EES government dismisses claims of denied medical care to Ex-Mayor
By Ijoo Bosco The Eastern Equatoria State government has dismissed allegations that former Kapoeta town mayor, Elia Lokuda, was denied medical treatment while in prison custody. State Minister of Information and Communication, Elia John Ahaji, described the reports circulating on social media as false, misleading, and fabricated. The denial follows[Read More…]
Governor Lobong in Soroti for Ateker Cup of Nations grand final
By Ijoo Bosco Eastern Equatoria State Governor Gen. Louis Lobong Lojore has arrived in Soroti City, Uganda, ahead of the closing ceremony of the Ateker Cup of Nations on 22 August 2026. The tournament, which runs from 16 to 22 August, brings together communities from South Sudan, Uganda, Kenya, and[Read More…]
President Kiir honors Veterans, remembers Torit mutiny
By Yiep Joseph President Salva Kiir Mayardit has honoured veterans and paid tribute to those who sacrificed their lives and youth in the struggle for the country’s freedom. The head of state paid his tribute as the country commemorated the 71st anniversary of the 1955 Torit Mutiny. In a statement[Read More…]
Torit Commissioner orders villages to identify suspected criminals, announces peace conference
By Ijoo Bosco Torit County Caretaker Commissioner and Mayor Eddy William Ponsiano has directed all village communities to compile and submit the names of suspected criminals accused of committing crimes, including killings and cattle raiding. Speaking during a meeting with more than 60 community leaders, including chiefs, women, youth, lawmakers’[Read More…]
Magwi SPLM Secretary steps down, citing health challenges
By Ijoo Bosco The Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) Secretary for Magwi County, Comrade Ayella Anthony John, has resigned from his executive position, citing health-related challenges. Ayella announced his resignation in a letter dated August 11, 2026, addressed to the SPLM Chairman of Magwi County. He said the decision was[Read More…]
Imehejek Administrator pledges peace, unity and development
By Ijoo Bosco The chief administrator of the Imehejek Administrative Area, Mathew Oromo Mouris, has outlined peace, security, and development as key priorities as he assumes office. Oromo says restoring peace and stability will create an environment for development and improved livelihoods across the area. He called on chiefs, religious[Read More…]
Women’s voices take centre stage at Torit health workshop
By Ijoo Bosco A three-day workshop in Torit is focusing on strengthening women’s voices and improving communication on sexual and reproductive health across Eastern Equatoria State. The workshop, under the theme “TRUST: Women’s Voices, Midwifery Leadership for Resilient Health,” brings together government officials, health workers, media practitioners, and gender stakeholders.[Read More…]
FAO to open milk collection centre in Torit to boost livestock markets
By Ijoo Bosco Officials from the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO) have briefed Torit Caretaker Commissioner and Mayor Eddy William Ponsiano. The address focused on launching and handing over a newly completed milk centre in Torit Municipality, scheduled for 25 August. The FAO delegation, led by[Read More…]
UNMISS, partners warn of Torit-Magwi road insecurity
By Ijoo Bosco Humanitarian partners have raised concerns over persistent attacks on civilian vehicles along the Torit-Magwi Road, warning that insecurity could disrupt humanitarian movements between the two towns. James Dinya, an officer with the United Nations Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS), has called on county and state authorities[Read More…]
New Ifwotu leadership takes helm with promise to restore unity
By Ijoo Bosco The election of a new leadership for the Ifwotu community in Torit County has raised fresh hopes for stronger unity, peacebuilding and development after a prolonged period without an active community administration. Advocate Ajo Onyo Ohisa has been elected chairperson of the Ifwotu community, with Martine Okudo[Read More…]
Torit Municipality steps up action against youth violence
By Ijoo Bosco Torit Municipal authorities have moved to curb rising youth violence following the arrest of a 25-year-old man accused of attacking another resident with a machete. Dominic Gidu Peterno was arrested by municipal operation forces after allegedly chopping 35-year-old James Ohayo, a resident of Hai Ingas residential area[Read More…]
Ten schools closed down in Lafon due to hunger crisis
By Ijoo Bosco A worsening hunger crisis has forced 10 of Lafon County’s 17 schools to close, while the number of people who have died from starvation has risen to eight, local authorities have confirmed. Lafon County Commissioner Orupi David said the prolonged food shortage has pushed many families to[Read More…]
Governor Lobong hails Monyiemiji finals return to Torit, calls sports a force for unity
By Ijoo Bosco Governor Louis Lobong Lojore has welcomed the Monyiemiji football teams to Torit ahead of the tournament’s final match. He described the decision to host the championship in the state capital as a significant step toward promoting unity and peace. Speaking during the teams’ arrival, Governor Lobong commended[Read More…]
Eastern Equatoria State food crisis deepens as hunger death toll rises
By Ijoo Bosco The food crisis in Eastern Equatoria State is worsening, with authorities confirming more hunger-related deaths and warning that prolonged drought continues to push communities toward famine. The State Relief and Rehabilitation Commission (RRC) says five people died of hunger in Lafon County last week following a joint[Read More…]
Governor’s Advisor returns to Kapoeta after surviving deadly ambush
By Ijoo Bosco The Senior Advisor to Eastern Equatoria State Governor Louis Lobong Lojore, Emmanuel Lolimo Epone, has safely returned to Kapoeta after recovering from serious gunshot injuries sustained in a deadly road ambush last month. Lolimo was attacked while traveling from Kapoeta to Torit after attending an official function[Read More…]
Torit Commissioner leads night operation to capture suspected killer in Hiyala
By Ijoo Bosco Torit Caretaker Commissioner Eddy William Ponsiano personally led a late-night security operation that resulted in the arrest of a suspected gunman accused of killing a woman and injuring a 12-year-old boy in Hiyala. The commissioner said he left Torit at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday and travelled to[Read More…]
Acholi Community unveils reform agenda on customary law, and peace
By Ijoo Bosco The Acholi community in South Sudan adopted a wide-ranging set of resolutions during its extended meeting in Juba on 19 July 2026 to strengthen customary governance, promote peace, improve infrastructure, and preserve cultural heritage. Chaired by the community’s chairperson, Otim David Okot, the meeting brought together delegates[Read More…]
Governor Lobong rallies Kapoeta North for election, agriculture
By Ijo Bosco The Eastern Equatoria Governor Louis Lobong Lojore has called on residents of Kapoeta North County to prepare for the upcoming elections by remaining peaceful and law-abiding. Addressing a public gathering in Riwoto Town, the governor urged citizens to embrace farming to boost food security, register as SPLM[Read More…]