By Philip Buda Ladu On World Polio Day, the United States Embassy in South Sudan urged the Transitional Government of National Unity to allocate more public resources towards addressing urgent healthcare needs, including eradication of polio. In a press release extended to this outlet, the embassy highlighted the ongoing[Read More…]
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Multiple parties worry SPLM
By Yiep Joseph The main political party, Sudan People’s Liberation Movement, expressed displeasure over sprouting of many parties in the country after independence. Some SPLM members believe that the multiple political parties have nothing to show citizens other than to criticize. While addressing party members on Wednesday, Kuol Manyang,[Read More…]
Atong Kuol praises women’s quota, calls for broader inclusion
By Bosco Bush Deputy Governor of Jonglei State, Atong Kuol Manyang, has praised the implementation of the 35% women’s quota in the transitional government. However, she stressed the need for more comprehensive inclusion of women at all levels of society to ensure their voices are heard and their perspectives[Read More…]
Dr. Machar supports peace initiative for Nasir County
By Bosco Bush First Vice President, Dr. Riek Machar and some Members of Parliament (MPs) representing Nasir County in the Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) convened a meeting to discuss a new initiative to promote peace in Nasir County, Upper Nile State. The meeting held on Tuesday, October 22,[Read More…]
South Sudan children rally for climate action ahead of COP29
Kei Emmanuel Duku Children from South Sudan’s Children Parliament, an initiative by Save the Children, are calling on the government to enact policies and allocate funds to mitigate dangers/threats posed by climate change that have greatly affected children across the country. The Children’s Parliament is a forum where children voice[Read More…]
Dr. Machar commends progress on Judicial Reform report
By Deng Ghai Deng First Vice President, Dr. Riek Machar Teny, has commended the Judicial Reform Committee (JRC) for its significant strides in finalizing a report on reforms. This came during the opening of a three-day Validation Workshop that runs from October 23 to 25, 2024 in Juba. The[Read More…]
Beneficiaries of UNFPA projects share sentiments at ‘Open House Event’
By Philip Buda Ladu Representatives from beneficiary groups and resilient organizations shared their sentiments on the impactful interventions of the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) in South Sudan. Beneficiaries expressed how UNFPA-supported programs have positively transformed their lives across the country. The beneficiaries shared their gratitude during an “Open[Read More…]
SPLM to officially nominate party flagbearer-Lam
By Yiep Joseph Secretary-General (SG) of the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM), Peter Lam Both stated that President Salva Kiir’s candidacy for the 2026 election will be officially made during the Party’s National convention yet to be conducted. “National Convention will be held in which our chairman (Salva Kiir)[Read More…]
Defiant Yau Yau takes oath, commits to SPLM
By Yiep Joseph Former Deputy Minister of Defense and Veteran Affairs, David Yau Yau, took oath as Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) political Bureau (PB) and National Liberation Council (NLC) member, promising never to leave the party. The PB and NLC are the top decision-making bodies of the SPLM,[Read More…]
Man killed in Torit, raising tension
By Ijoo Bosco Authorities in Hiyala Payam, Torit County, Eastern Equatoria State, have reported heightened tensions following the shooting of a 22-year-old man identified as Obila Ateib. Despite the presence of security forces, the situation in the area remains unstable. Torit County Commissioner Christopher Andrew said security personnel are[Read More…]
Fourteen candidates in Magwi expelled over unauthorized outings
By Ijoo Bosco Magwi Senior Secondary School administration expelled fourteen Senior Four students on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, due to what they termed “unauthorized outings.” The students have been instructed to return only during examination periods. Deputy Head Teacher Mr. Ocido James, who oversees disciplinary matters, explained that the[Read More…]
Training for D’ license coaches commences in Torit
By Ijoo Bosco Whittaker peace and development initiative, in partnership with the South Sudan Football Association, has kicked off training of over thirty D’License coaches in Torit town, Eastern Equatoria State, to promote peace through sports. Speaking at the opening ceremony, Bilal Felix, South Sudan Under-21 Coach Instructor and[Read More…]
Women demand increased protection, participation in peace processes
By Philip Buda Ladu Activists call for stronger protection of women and girls and increased female representation in governance and peace processes. The call by women leaders from civil society organizations and government, across South Sudan, came during gathering for the 2024 Annual National Women Leaders Conference on Women,[Read More…]
Former commissioner in cleanup campaign, advocates for exemplary life
By Yiep Joseph Former Commissioner of Yei River County, Aggrey Cyrus Kanyikwa, joined residents in a community clean-up campaign around Yei Civil Hospital. The cleaning of the hospital, which took place over the weekend, was meant to improve the cleanliness and overall health of the hospital premises. Kanyikwa, who[Read More…]
UN urge greater women’s involvement in peacebuilding efforts
By Bosco Bush The United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) and UN Women have renewed calls for increased women’s participation in peacebuilding processes. The two institutions stated that it is important that women are involved at all levels of government, from local communities to national decision-making bodies. This[Read More…]
Peace Monitors urge immediate action on rising violence
By Deng Ghai Deng Ceasefire Monitoring Body has condemned recent violent clashes in Nasir County, Upper Nile State, and the tragic killing of civilians in Wonduruba Payam, Central Equatoria State. Chairperson of the Ceasefire & Transitional Security Arrangements Monitoring & Verification Mechanism (CTSAMVM), Maj Gen. Yitayal Gelaw Bitew, voiced[Read More…]
Five arrested in Juba over counterfeit dollars
By Kei Emmanuel Duku Police in Juba on Saturday, October 19, 2024, arrested five people with $1,500 counterfeit U.S. dollar notes. The suspects were apprehended at various locations, with the primary suspect captured in the Suk Sita residential area. According to a weekly security report from Col. John Kassara[Read More…]
Central Bank upgrades software to improve supervision, transparency
By Yiep Joseph Bank of South Sudan (BOSS) has started a software upgrade aimed at improving supervisory capabilities and promoting greater transparency within the financial sector. The process is being done by a team of experts from the Bank of Mozambique, upgrading the Bank Supervision Software to Version 5[Read More…]
Ruweng residents urge President Kiir to relax frequent decrees
By Yiep Joseph Residents of the Ruweng Administrative Area (RAA) have appealed to President Salva Kiir to reconsider the frequent replacement of Chief Administrators. They argue that such frequent changes hinder development efforts and encourage leaders to prioritize personal wealth over community progress due to job insecurity. The community[Read More…]
Jadalla calls for peace, unity among forces in Morobo
By staff writer Central Equatoria State Governor Gen. Augustino Jadalla Kamilo Wani addressed soldiers at the Sudan People’s Liberation Army (SPLA-IO) cantonment site and residents in Panyume, Morobo County, urging them to prioritize unity and peaceful coexistence. During his recent county tour, Governor Jadalla visited Panyume to emphasize the[Read More…]