By Ijoo Bosco Officials in Torit municipality issued a directive requiring all fuel companies to lower their current selling prices of diesel and petrol to 5,700 South Sudanese pounds per litre. The Director General of the State Ministry of Trade and Industry, Stephen Ihude, stated that this directive aims[Read More…]
Easter Equatoria State
Arsonist torches Churches in Magwi County
By Ijoo Bosco Authorities in Owiny Ki Bul, Magwi County, are investigating an incident in which unknown persons burned down two houses of worship belonging to the Seventh-Day Adventist Church (SDA) and the African Inland Church (AIC). The two churches are located approximately half a kilometre apart. Currently, authorities are[Read More…]
EES denies illegal checkpoints’ existence
By Ijoo Bosco Eastern Equatoria State government has refuted allegations of illegal checkpoints managed by South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF) extorting money from innocent civilians. The allegations surfaced after a lawmaker representing SPLA-IO from Constituency 2, Torit County, raised concerns about the presence of illegal checkpoints in Himodonge Payam[Read More…]
Lobong frees Imotong Chairperson after detention
By Ijoo Bosco Eastern Equatoria State Governor Louis Lobong Lojore pardoned the chairperson of the Imotong community following his unlawful detention by CID officers upon returning from an annual cultural event in Juba. Oringa John Geoffrey, the press secretary in the governor’s office, described the incident as surprising. He[Read More…]
Imehejek administrator warns against unnecessary bush-burning
By Ijoo Bosco Authorities in Imehejek administrative area are warning communities against the unnecessary burning of fires, fearing that the flames could still consume agricultural produce in gardens. Imehejek Chief Administrator Mathew Oromo cautioned his communities to avoid past scenarios in which reckless burning during the dry season destroyed hundreds[Read More…]
Lopit West conference concludes with calls for peace
By Ijoo Bosco An intergenerational conference in Lopit West of Eastern Equatoria State concluded with leaders committing to promote coexistence with neighbors and ensure government holds peace violators accountable. Under the theme “Together We Will Build a Brighter Lopit West,” the conference was meant to unite the community and address[Read More…]
EES, UN commit to restoring peace among Communities
By Ijoo Bosco Eastern Equatoria government, in collaboration with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), has pledged to restore peace and confidence among communities in the state. This commitment was made during a meeting between Governor Louis Lobong Lojore and Guy Griffin, the head of the UNMISS[Read More…]
EES denounces rumors of land sell in Torit town
By Ijoo Bosco Government of Eastern Equatoria State has denounced rumors circulating within the Torit Municipal Council of its alleged involvement in the selling of land to individuals. In a statement to No. 1Citizen Newspaper, Press Secretary Oringa Geoffrey condemned the rumors in the strongest terms, asserting that they are[Read More…]
Budi women rise to fight against GBV
By Jino Wilson Women in Budi County, Eastern Equatoria State, are making strides in addressing gender-based violence by constructing a dedicated women and girls-friendly office space. This center will provide a safe and inclusive environment for women to discuss issues such as girls’ blood compensation and other forms of[Read More…]
Community opposes Nimule land demarcation
By Yiep Joseph A dispute has emerged between the Eastern Equatoria State government and 11 Clans of Magwi County over the demarcation of Nimule town, a strategic border entry point. The Clans has voiced strong objections to the current demarcation process, arguing that it lacks adequate consultation with the[Read More…]
EES demands return of abducted children
By Yiep Joseph Eastern Equatoria state (EES) government has welcomed the apology from Greater Pibor Administrative Area elders but called for the return of children it claimed to have been abducted in April this year. According to Radio Emanuel, 89.0 fm, Eastern Equatoria State Minister of Information, Elia John[Read More…]
Kapoeta farmers adopt climate-smart farming techniques
By Kei Emmanuel Duku In response to the increasing impacts of climate change on agriculture, farmers in Kapoeta North are adopting climate-smart farming techniques with the support of the Norwegian People’s Aid (NPA) and World Food Programme (WFP). The project focuses on agroecological practices, such as half-moon farming and swale[Read More…]
Access road unites rival communities
By Kei Emmanuel Duku For years, Kapoeta North and Budi Counties have been locked in conflict over border disputes, cattle rustling, and limited access to social services. However, a 15-kilometer access road, initiated by Norwegian People’s Aid (NPA) with support from the World Food Program, has fostered unity and[Read More…]
Clean energy cooking stoves are a game-changer for St. Magdalen Primary School
By Kei Emmanuel Duku As a measure to curb deforestation and reduce use of wood fuel, the administration of St. Magdalen Primary School has adopted clean-energy cooking stoves. According to Sr. Mary Nkatha Jenario, a Head Teacher at St. Magdalen Primary School in Kapoeta North County, East Equatoria State,[Read More…]
Tension flares as Ugandan forces raid cattle in Ikwoto
By Ijoo Bosco Security situation along the Tsertenya border in Ikwoto County, between South Sudan and Uganda remains tense following a cattle raid by suspected Ugandan People’s Defense Force (UPDF) soldiers. The incident occurred last week when UPDF forces allegedly crossed into South Sudan territory and seized an unspecified number[Read More…]
Raiders kill a man over cattle in Torit County
By Ijoo Bosco Modi An attempted cattle raid ended in killing of 29-year-old man in Haforere village, Torit County, Eastern Equatoria state. According to local authority, the victim, identified as Ofere Miho was killed in an attempted raid by a group of youth, suspected from Hiyala. The suspects attempted to[Read More…]
County peace committees trained on peacebuilding in Torit
By Ijoo Bosco A two-day capacity-building training for county peace committees commenced in Torit, Eastern Equatoria State, to empower young people to mitigate conflict at the grassroots level. Over 25 male and female representatives from all eight counties of the state, including Imehejek Administrative Area, are participating in the training.[Read More…]
Magwi expands auction days across Payams
By Ijoo Bosco Magwi County Local Government Revenue Authority has announced plans to increase the number of auction days within the county as part of efforts to enhance service delivery. Speaking to this outlet on Wednesday, Lokang Peter, head of the Magwi County Revenue Authority, stated that the initiative aims[Read More…]
Toposa community rejects Kenya’s plans to construct Nadapal-Nakodok road
By Bosco Bush Toposa community of Eastern Equatoria State denounced Kenya’s government plans to jointly launch the construction of 11km road linking Nadapal to Nakodok. During his official visit to Juba on November 6, Kenyan President William Ruto requested his South Sudanese counterpart, President Salva Kiir, to permit the construction[Read More…]
Torit introduces form 13 to speed up trials
By Ijoo Bosco Authorities in the Torit Municipal Council have introduced the use of Form 13 to streamline legal and judicial services at the Central Police Station in Torit Town. Form 13 is a police criminal form specifically designed to address issues of indiscipline among individuals in the community.[Read More…]