By Kei Emmanuel Duku A Member of Parliament representing Nasir County, Upper Nile State in the Transitional National Legislative Assembly has expressed concern over the presence of South Sudan Peoples Defense Forces (SSPDF) and the frequent hovering of helicopter gunships in the area. Lawmaker Gatwech Lam Pouch, while raising[Read More…]
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Severe floods expected to ravage South Sudan, threatening public health
By Deng Ghai Deng Devastating floods are anticipated in South Sudan, posing a severe threat to exacerbate food insecurity and hinder access to safe, clean water, as well as sanitation and hygiene facilities for the already vulnerable population. This warning was issued by Médecins Sans Frontières, also known as[Read More…]
Transitional Justice Bills progress to third reading
By Philip Buda Ladu Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) has passed two important pieces of legislation- the Commission for Truth, Reconciliation, and Healing (CTRH) Bill 2023 and the Compensation and Reparation Authority (CRA) Bill 2023, to their third reading stage. The two laws are part of the Transitional Justice[Read More…]
Peace monitor urges clarity on elections
By Philip Buda Ladu Reconstituted Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission (R-JMEC), the body tasked with monitoring the implementation of the 2018 revitalized peace agreement, has urged for clarity in the transitional period conclusion. R-JMEC’s Interim Chairperson, Rtd. Lt. Gen. Charles Tai Gituai, in his report on the revitalized agreement[Read More…]
Abyei declares Hepatitis E outbreak
By Ngor Deng Matem The Ministry of Health in Abyei Administrative Area, along with its partners, has declared an outbreak of Hepatitis E disease. This declaration comes after 14 suspected cases were confirmed positive, according to the Abyei Ministry of Health and its health partners. “The Ministry of Health of[Read More…]
Salary delay, poor living conditions impede doctors’ deployment-Minister
By William Madouk National Minister of Health, Yolanda Awel Deng has cited salary woes and poor living conditions as impediments to doctors’ deployment. Addressing the gathering during the launching of the Malaria Vaccine, Yolanda cited that even though medics are the worst-hit lot after accruing salary arrears – they[Read More…]
S.4 results require SSP 740 million–NEC
By Bosco Bush National Examination Council (NEC) is seeking 740 million South Sudanese Pounds from the Ministry of Finance to finalize 2023 academic year Certificate of Secondary Education (CSE) results. NEC Secretary General, Ustaz Simon Nyok expressed concern about the delay, on Wednesday, July 17, 2024, during media briefing.[Read More…]
PULLOUT: SPLM-IO’s move threatens peace-Analyst
By Deng Ghai Deng A prominent political analyst has warned that the decision by Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM-IO) to withdraw from Nairobi peace talks could severely undermine the peace process. Prof. Dr. Abraham Kuol Nyuon, a Professor of Political Science at the University of Juba, described the Tumaini[Read More…]
Woman, 28, commits suicide in Yirol
By Yang Ater Yang Authorities in Lakes State are investigating a case of a 28-year-old woman who died by suicide in Yirol West County of Lakes State. According to Elijah Mabor Makuac, the police spokesperson, the incident took place in Mapuor Payam. “The police investigation over the incident is[Read More…]
Vocational training key to promoting peace
By Yang Ater Yang A two-day Local Peace Agreement workshop held in Rumbek has recommended the need to establish vocational training centres within local communities to reduce conflicts. The goal, they said is to provide skills development and empowerment opportunities, particularly for the youth. Another key recommendation is the[Read More…]
Truck driver killed in Cueibet County
By Yang Ater Yang A truck driver has been killed in Abiriu Payam, Cueibet County of Lakes State by an unknown gunman, police have reported. Major Elijah Mabor Makuac, the police spokesperson in Lakes State said the incident occurred on Sunday, July 14th, when an unidentified criminal killed the[Read More…]
South Sudan lauds China for aiding health sector
By Kei Emmanuel Duku Undersecretary in the National Ministry of Health, Dr. Harriet Pasquale has commended the Chinese government for its continued efforts in improving healthcare services in South Sudan. Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony for Phase II of the Juba Teaching Hospital modernization and expansion project, Dr. Pasquale[Read More…]
Citizens raise concerns over government’s future direction
By Deng Ghai Deng Concerned citizens in South Sudan are expressing apprehension over the future direction of the Revitalized Transitional Government of National Unity (R-TGoNU). Many are urging the government to provide clarity on whether it plans to extend the current transitional period or proceed with holding democratic elections[Read More…]
South Sudan starts nationwide Malaria vaccination
By William Madouk South Sudan on Tuesday launched the first Malaria vaccination programme to be offered nationwide. The mosquito-borne disease kills 6,680 people a year and kills 18 South Sudanese daily, according to statistics from National Ministry of Health. Children under the age of five top the fatality rate.[Read More…]
Recess-deprived parliament resumes business
By Philip Buda Ladu Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) whose scheduled recess was denied due to a backlog of critical bills is slowly returning to regular business, with the August House expected to resume its second session on Wednesday. Last week, the Speaker of the TNLA, Rt. Hon. Jemma[Read More…]
NSS BILL: Kiir to study it before signing
By Deng Ghai Deng President Salva Kiir will review a set of four bills, including the contentious National Security Amendment Act (2024), recently submitted by Speaker Jemma Nunu Kumba to his office, before deciding on signing them into law. The bills, also include the Road Finance Agreement with Ethiopia,[Read More…]
14 abducted children return to Akobo
By Deng Ghai Deng At least fourteen children who were abducted from Akobo County several years ago have finally returned home from the Greater Pibor Administrative Area (GPAA). The joyous reunions, however, are accompanied by a sad challenge: some of the children struggle to remember their own identities or[Read More…]
NBS urged to tighten grip on safety
By William Madouk Chairperson of the specialized committee on Trade and Industry in the National Assembly has urged the South Sudan National Bureau of Standards to tighten its grip on goods safety to avoid political disputes. MP Mayen Deng Alier stated that all East African Community member states should[Read More…]
Azande Kingdom supplies watermelon to Juba
By Kidega Livingstone The Azande Kingdom, under the leadership of His Majesty Atoroba Peni Rikito Gbudue, has transported a truckload of watermelon to supply markets in Juba. Speaking to journalists after the arrival of the watermelon truck, Sebit Angelo, the Minister of Azande Kingdom Representing other tribes, said this[Read More…]
Finance minister pledges changes
By William Madouk The newly appointed Minister of Finance, Dr. Marial Dongrin Ater, admitted that he has been appointed at a time when the government is grappling with competing financial obligations. However, Dongrin promised a new-look finance department as he outlined his key priorities to meet President Salva Kiir’s[Read More…]