By Hou Akot Hou A 22-year-old student, Apath Deng, has died after being bitten by a snake while crossing a waterlogged area on his way home from school. The incident happened in Mangar-ater village, Northern Bahr el Ghazal State. According to Majok Deng, the police inspector for Gok-Machar, the[Read More…]
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Militia groups causing mayhem in Abiemnom County-Commissioner
By Philip Buda Ladu Despite the overall calm security situation in Abiemnom County, Ruweng Administrative Area, local authorities have raised concerns about the growing threat posed by unruly militia groups operating in the region. Abiemnom County Commissioner Ador Minyiel Monyjok recently told a visiting team of journalists that the[Read More…]
CTSAMVM presses parties to deploy unified forces
By Yiep Joseph Chairperson of the peace monitoring body CTSAMVM, Maj. Gen. Yitayal Gelaw has reiterated a call for the government to prioritize the deployment of the necessary unified forces to ensure security. CTSAMVM (Ceasefire & Transitional Security Arrangements Monitoring & Verification Mechanism) is the multinational body that monitors compliance[Read More…]
Wildcat Petroleum inks MOU with Nilepet, acquires PETRONAS assets
Kei Emmanuel Duku Wildcat Petroleum Plc has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the South Sudan National Oil and Gas Corporation (Nilepet) and acquired assets previously owned by Petronas Carigali Nile Ltd., a subsidiary of Petronas Nasional Berhad. This development follows Petronas’ decision to cease oil operations in[Read More…]
Parliament apologizes to NSS over Travel obstruction accusations
By Deng Ghai Deng Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) has issued an apology to the National Security Service (NSS) following accusations made by First Deputy Speaker Oyet Nathaniel Pierino regarding travel obstruction. On Wednesday, Oyet claimed he was prevented from leaving the country at Juba International Airport by the[Read More…]
Floods wreck Northern Bahr el Ghazal
By William Madouk Recent heavy rains in Northern Bahr el Ghazal have resulted in devastating flooding that has claimed the lives of three people, including a mother and her infant, in the Nyin-aluk residential area. The floods have displaced hundreds of families, leaving them homeless as they grapple with[Read More…]
Ruweng Administrator promises peace, boost agriculture
By Yiep Joseph Chief Administrator of Ruweng Administrative Area, Tiob de Monyluak, has vowed to maintain peace and boost agriculture. Mr. Tiob met President Salva Kiir on Wednesday, where he promised to complete his required tasks. “Chief Administrator Tiob de Monyluak briefed the president on the cooperation between Unity[Read More…]
Police officers, leaders received training in Community Policing in Upper Nile State
By Deng Ghai Deng The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has successfully conducted a three-day training program for police officers and community members in Upper Nile State, focusing on community policing. The initiative aims to establish three additional Police Community Relations Committees (PCRC) to enhance security and foster collaboration[Read More…]
Religious leaders, chiefs appeal for security in Morobo
Kei Emmanuel Duku Religious and traditional leaders in Morobo County are calling for increased security to curb the rising incidents of abductions, night robberies, and killings perpetrated by unidentified armed groups. The appeal follows the abduction of Joel Hansen, a pastor with the Episcopal Church of Sudan. Hansen was[Read More…]
Twic East commissioner launches dykes renovation
By Yiep Joseph Commissioner Juach Arok of Twic East County in Jonglei State has launched the construction and renovation of dykes around the county to protect residents from flooding. In a statement obtained by this outlet, the commissioner expressed that the initiative is aimed at safeguarding the people from[Read More…]
Right to Information, a pillar of free and democratic society
By Deng Ghai Deng National Deputy Minister of Information, Communication, and Postal Services, Jacob Maiju Korok, emphasized the critical role of the right to access information in fostering democracy and good governance. Speaking at an event commemorating the International Day for Universal Access to Information (IDUAI) in Juba on[Read More…]
Activist demands gov’t publishes roadmap accomplishments
By Yiep Joseph Executive Director of the Center for Peace and Advocacy (CPA), Ter Manyang, has urged the government to publish a report indicating what they achieved during the roadmap (2022-2024) The activist call came after peace parties extended their term in offices for another two years up to[Read More…]
UAP case: Defense lawyer submits ‘objection’ to court
By William Madouk Legal representative of UAP Insurance Company has submitted a formal legal objection and defense statement to Judge Francis Amum of the Juba High Court. This development follows the court’s decision last week to adjourn the initial hearing regarding a labour case involving former employees of the[Read More…]
EES condemns killing of SSPDF officer
By Ijoo Bosco Authorities in Eastern Equatoria State have strongly condemned the killing of a South Sudan People’s Defense Force (SSPDF) soldier in Kimotong payam of Budi County. The incident occurred on Sunday, drawing widespread outrage from local leaders. Peter Bosco, a member of parliament representing constituency number 19,[Read More…]
Juba-Nimule road ambush survivors share ordeal
By Kei Emmanuel Duku Survivors of Tuesday’s passenger bus attack along the Juba-Nimule road have recounted their traumatic experience from when the ambush was launched to when they were taken captive by the attackers. They described moments leading up to the attack, and how they navigated through the bush[Read More…]
Why Juba Urban Road Project flops
By Yiep Joseph The ambitious Juba Urban Road upgrading project, launched in January 2024, has stalled. The initiative, launched by the National Government in partnership with the Central Equatoria State Government, aimed to construct, upgrade, and rehabilitate 35 kilometers of roads in Juba City. With an estimated cost of[Read More…]
Deputy Speaker Oyet frets travel restriction
By Deng Ghai Deng First Deputy Speaker of the Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA), Oyet Nathaniel Pierino, on Wednesday, said he was blocked from leaving the country at Juba International Airport. Oyet said he was on his way to attend to an urgent personal matter when he was informed[Read More…]
Yei Commissioner assures organizations of safety despite recent abductions
By James Innocent In the wake of security incidents involving abduction of humanitarian workers in Yei River County, Commissioner Emmanuel Taban Seme has reassured locals and international organizations of safety. This follows the abduction of two MSF staff, forcing the organization to suspend outreach programs in the county. On[Read More…]
Aweil vendors accuse authorities of forceful eviction
By Hou Akot Local vegetable sellers in Aweil Town, who rely on selling produce such as pumpkins, okra, and onions, are reeling from a forceful eviction. On Monday and Tuesday, officials forcefully ordered vendors to relocate to a new site, resulting in losses as their goods were damaged in[Read More…]
UN Rights Commission criticizes extension of transitional gov’t
By Deng Ghai Deng and Kei Emmanuel The United Nations Commission on Human Rights in South Sudan has strongly criticized the recent two-year extension of the transitional government. The extension, formalized on the 21st of September through an amendment to the Transitional Constitution, is seen as a significant setback[Read More…]