By Lodu William Odiya South Sudan has joined the rest of the countries in commemorating the world standard day. Speaking during the event, yesterday during the workshop, Gloria Nyoka Joseph, the Executive Director of the South Sudan Bureau Standards (SSNBS) said the country takes the day for consulting experts who[Read More…]
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REDBELT: Where are they?
By Lodu William Odiya As Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) ordered the Red Belt to join government forces, their where about remain unknown. Red Belt is a vigilante group that recently emerged in Jonglei State. Just over the weekend, the South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF) Chief of Defense[Read More…]
Cyber threats undermining media integrity, regulator warn
By Alan Clement The Director General for Media Compliance at the South Sudan Media Authority has warned that cyber threats like impersonation, data theft, and AI misuse are eroding journalism and public trust. Speaking at a media forum in Juba organized by the Union of Journalists of South Sudan (UJOSS),[Read More…]
SSNBS cautions industries to comply with Food safety standards
By Lodu William Odiya The South Sudan National Bureau of Standard (SSNBS) called on stakeholders to implement the food safety standards in the country. Speaking to the media during a press conference yesterday, Gloria Nyoka Jospeh, the SSNBS Executive Director said the Bureau is working hard to verify and inspect[Read More…]
Kiir urges officials to prioritise national interest, strengthen unity
By Alan Clement President Salva Kiir Mayardit has called on the appointed government officials to uphold the national interest and work collectively to foster peace, reconciliation, and unity across South Sudan In a statement from the presidency, President Kiir made the call during a swearing-in ceremony held at the State[Read More…]
Suspected cholera disease claims 23 lives in Ikotos County
By Jacob Onuha Nelson At least 23 people were confirmed dead, and dozens were admitted to Lobira Boma of Isoke Payam of Ikotos County in Eastern Equatoria State as suspected cholera cases surged. In an interview with this outlet, Fidele Otwari, the Chief of Lobira Boma, expressed worries as the[Read More…]
Media Veteran dies
By Lodu William Odiya The public and Media Family mourn the loss of Veteran Journalist Michael Koma, who passed on over the weekend. According to family desk, veteran journalist Koma died at the age of 50 after a short illness. Before death robbed the Fraternity, Koma was a well-known Editor[Read More…]
MP calls for climate laws
By Alan Clement A lawmaker has urged the government to enforce environmental and biodiversity laws, citing unchecked deforestation and growing community risks from climate change, insecurity, and gender-based violence. In an exclusive interview, Ibba County MP Jackson Barko Charles vowed to present findings from new research linking peace, gender, and[Read More…]
Twic East MP denies impeachment claims, calls reports “baseless”
By Alan Clement Twic East County Member of Parliament, Deng Dau Deng, has dismissed reports claiming local leaders had resolved to impeach him over alleged poor performance, stating he has no knowledge of any such move. In an exclusive interview, Deng Dau Deng said he was unaware of any formal[Read More…]
Speaker pledges TNLA support for Health Bills
By Alan Clement The Speaker of the Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) has pledged parliament’s full support for two landmark health bills in an effort to strengthen healthcare system in the country. According to a statement from the Speaker’s office, Speaker Jemma Nunu Kumba, made the pledge during a meeting[Read More…]
Officials Call for respect of Laws in South Sudan
By Lodu William Odiya The Director General for Nationality, Passport, and Migration, Maj. Gen. Elia Kosta Faustino, has urged migrants residing in South Sudan to respect the country’s laws and regulations. Speaking during the opening of a one-day Inter-Agency Migration Dialogue held in Juba, Maj. Gen. Kosta emphasized the importance[Read More…]
SSPDF: CDF to improve welfare
By Lodu William Odiya President Salva Kiir has directed the Chief of Defense Forces, Dr. Paul Nang Majok, to improve the welfare of soldiers. The head of state and the commander in chief of the South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF) made the directive on Thursday during the swearing in[Read More…]
TB cases surge in Twic County
By Hou Akot Hou Health officials in Twic County of Warrap State have announced that cases of people suffering from tuberculosis infection are on the increase. Director for the TB department in St. Mother Teresa, Mr. Peter Manyin Manyin, warned that without abiding by the rules of protection, the disease[Read More…]
NANG: U-turns to CDF
By Yiep Joseph President Salva Kiir has relieved the Chief of Defense Forces (CDF) of the South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF), Gen. Dau Aturjok Nyuol. The head of state and the Commander In Chief of the SSPDF appointed Gen. Paul Nang Majok as Chief of Defense Forces. All these[Read More…]
UK, Norway warn leaders against further extension
By Alan Clement The United Kingdom and Norway have warned against further extension of the transitional period, warning that continued delays and violations of the 2018 peace agreement risk plunging the nation back into conflict. Speaking on behalf of the United Kingdom and Norway during the RJMEC extraordinary plenary in[Read More…]
SPDF confirms 14 dead in Athony clashes
By Yiep Joseph The South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF) has confirmed that the recent conflict among the VIP protection unit in Athony village outside of Abyei Box left at least 14 soldiers dead. The SSPDF spokesperson Maj. Gen. Lul Ruai Koang confirmed to journalists on Wednesday during a press[Read More…]
Abyei Municipality allocates new market site for traders
By Alan Clement In an effort to address rising concerns over traffic congestion and public safety, Abyei Municipality has initiated a relocation plan for traders to the new site. According to the press unit for Abyei Administrative Area, the initiative, spearheaded by the municipality’s leadership, is anchored in Administrative Order[Read More…]
CONCERN: Peace in Danger
By Yiep Joseph Peace monitors and the partners have expressed worries over a series of violations among the parties to the 2018 peace agreement. Some of the stakeholders raised worries during the fourth extraordinary meeting of the Reconstituted Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission (RJMEC) held on Tuesday. The meeting, which[Read More…]
Parties urged to double efforts in peace implementation
By: Chol D. Johnson The Chairperson of the Reconstituted Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission (RJMEC), Maj. Gen. George Aggrey Owino, called for genuine implementation of the 2018 peace deal. The chairperson made the remarks yesterday during the RJEMC extraordinary plenary. He urged the parties to the 2018 peace agreement to[Read More…]
Trade Minister backs key economic project, prioritizes small business growth
By Alan Clement South Sudan’s Minister of Trade and Industry, Atong Kuol Manyang, has endorsed a major economic initiative aimed at empowering the private sector and accelerating small business development across the country. She made the approval during a high-level meeting with key stakeholders, including representatives from Foreign Direct Investment[Read More…]