By Ijoo Bosco At least two women were assaulted and robbed while collecting firewood and wild fruits near the Budi- Kapoeta North border, Eastern Equatoria State. According to a community leader, the incident occurred over the weekend while the women from Budi County were fetching firewood, vegetables, and wild[Read More…]
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Saint Peter Clever Parish calls for support
By Ijoo Bosco Faithful of Lowoi are urgently seeking help to restore the deteriorating Saint Peter Clever Parish. The church is in dire need of repairs to preserve its cultural heritage and provide a safe and welcoming space for worship. The parish priest, Fr. Joseph Aruma Quintous, urged well-wishers[Read More…]
Budi launches Back to school campaign
By Jino Wilson Budi county government in partnership Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) South Sudan launched a “back to school” campaign with the aim of at increasing the enrolment of children to school regardless of their status. Patrick Nyamara Odengo, head of the Together for Inclusive (TOFI) Project,[Read More…]
Police investigates mysterious Torit death
By Ijoo Bosco Authorities in Torit town, Eastern Equatoria State are investigating the death of 50-year-old only identified as Angelo. The deceased body was found near a bridge along Juba-Torit Road on Sunday morning. The cause of death remains unclear. Mustafa Albino, the Torit town mayor, stated that Angelo’s[Read More…]
Raiders escape with 28 calves, 47 goats
By Ijoo Bosco An area Member of Parliament from Imehejek constituency in Eastern Equatoria State is appealing for the return of 75 livestock stolen by suspected Toposa youth in Arilo Payam. According to Angelo James Ayunyang suspected youth from Kapoeta North County raided the area on Saturday, taking 28[Read More…]
Lobong makes changes in State gov’t
By Ijoo Bosco Eastern Equatoria State Governor, Louis Lobong Lojore announced several key changes in the state government, on Sunday. In an executive order, Governor Lobong relieved Auxilio Odume Raimondo of his duties as Director General in the Ministry of Information and Communication. The order did not specify the[Read More…]
Magwi County receives office supplies
By Ijoo Bosco The German development agency GIZ provided nearly 10 assorted office supplies to Magwi County headquarters on Thursday, February 22nd. The donation, aimed at supporting various departments like Agriculture, will enhance service delivery and coordination efforts. Marus Ladu Wani, Magwi County Executive Director, presided over the handover[Read More…]
Woman succumbs to self-inflicted burns
By Ijoo Bosco A 30-year-old woman, identified only as Scovia, has died from severe burns sustained after setting herself on fire near Aru Junction along the Juba-Nimule highway last week. The deceased was receiving treatment at the Magwi Primary Health Care Centre at the time of her passing. Initial[Read More…]
Wildfire robs Ikwotos of critical health services
By Ijoo Bosco The only Primary Healthcare Unit (PHCC) in Ngaluma village, Ikwoto County, Eastern Equatoria State has been destroyed by fire. Over 7,550 residents are left at risk of facing a critical shortage of medication and healthcare services. According to local authorities, a 70-year-old resident, Oreste Lobalu, accidentally[Read More…]
A 10-year-old pupil dies in school dormitory
By Ijoo Bosco A 10-year-old pupil, identified as Stephen Awat, was found dead in the dormitory of the Covenant Christian Kindergarten and Primary School in Magwi County, Eastern Equatoria State on Wednesday. According to the school’s head teacher, Nelson Mandela, the boy had earlier reported to his elder brother[Read More…]
Ikotos call for telecom network
By Jino Wilson Residents of Ramula payam in Ikotos County, Eastern Equatoria State, urgently need establishment of a telephone network in the area for communication. Simon Lotwani, a youth representative at Ramula Boma, stated the significance of a network as a medium for seamless communication and connecting people globally.[Read More…]
Ikotos residents appeal for repair of broken water systems
By Jino Wilson Chahari Payam of Ikotos County in Eastern Equatoria State is facing a severe water shortage. Tow motorized borehole water systems and a hand pump in the area have broken down, leaving residents in dire need of reliable water sources. Mr. Tito Abas, Ikoto County Executive Director[Read More…]
Ikotos teachers appeal for rehabilitation of school latrine
By Jino Wilson Teachers at Ramula Primary School in Ikotos County, Eastern Equatoria State, are expressing dismay over the dilapidated state of the school latrine. They said that the collapsed latrine has forced both students and instructors to resort to relieving themselves in the bushes, posing significant health risks.[Read More…]
Traffic Police urge motorists to renew expired documents
By Ijoo Bosco Magwi traffic police are urging motorists to renew their expired driving permits and obtain vehicle number plates to avoid legal repercussions. The call comes after reports of Boda-Boda riders from Magwi facing arrests in Torit due to outdated documents. “We have received information about Boda-Boda riders[Read More…]
Poor Pupil turnout marks school opening in Magwi County
By Ijoo Bosco Schools in Magwi County, Eastern Equatoria State, face low pupil attendance at opening for 2024 academic year. On the first week, while teachers reported for duty, many classrooms remained empty or sparsely filled. The first term for all schools across the country began on February 5th[Read More…]
Magwi County leaders urged to actively participate in training sessions
Ijoo Bosco Executive Director, Magwi County, Eastern Equatoria State, encourages leaders to seize training opportunities offered by the government. Mr. Morish Ladu Wani emphasized the importance of actively participating and acquiring new knowledge for personal and professional growth. “Silence during training isn’t beneficial,” Mr. Wani stated. “I urge regular[Read More…]
Market fire outbreak claims one, destroys businesses
By Ijoo Bosco A fire outbreak at Kapoeta South County main market, Eastern Equatoria State, resulted in losses for traders and tragic death of a 17-year-old boy. Eight shops were destroyed in a blaze at midnight on Saturday, which claimed the life of Simon Vitau. The cause of the[Read More…]
Palwar market project excites vegetable vendors
By: Ijoo Bosco Vegetable vendors in Palwar payam of Magwi County, Eastern Equatoria State are buzzing with excitement over community project to build market stall in their area. This project is aimed at addressing a long-standing issue for the vendors, who currently sell their goods under trees, facing relocation[Read More…]
Police investigating 38-year-old man’s death
By Ijoo Bosco Traffic police in Magwi County of Eastern Equatoria State are investigating a circumstance in which a 38-year-old man was found dead along Magwi Abara Road on Thursday evening. Suspecting that the deceased might have been knocked down by a speeding car, the police appealed for information[Read More…]
Budi County vows to end cattle theft, road ambushes
By Jino Wilson In a move towards peace and reconciliation, Budi County communities of Eastern Equatoria State have pledged to stop hiding suspects involved in cattle theft and road ambushes. This commitment comes ahead of a peace dialogue scheduled for mid-February between Budi and Ikoto counties. Community leaders, youths,[Read More…]