By William Madouk Telecommunication companies operating in South Sudan have been urged to invest in infrastructure and technology that can help lower internet and phone call fees. According to the Internet Society South Sudan Chapter, statistics from Data Reportal show that South Sudan has 1.36 million internet users, with[Read More…]
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Activist appointed as NRA deputy commissioner
By William Madouk The governor of Northern Bahr el Ghazal, Simon Uber Mawut appointed former-governor’ foe – Samuel Garang Dut as the deputy commissioner for State Revenue Authority for admin and finance. Mr. Garang, who is also an activist, had been at loggerheads with the ex-governor, Tong Akeen Ngor,[Read More…]
Eastern Equatoria bans sale of maize stalks
By Ijoo Bosco In a move to protect the local food supply, the Minister of Agriculture, Environment, and Forestry in Eastern Equatoria state has issued a ministerial order banning the sale of maize stalks (silage) or fodder for animal feed. The order, which cites a presidential decree and a[Read More…]
Former Munuki FC Midfielder joins Benin League
By Kei Emmanuel Duku Joseph Loro Jele, captain of the South Sudan U-20 National Team, has signed a one-year deal with Asvo Football Club in the Benin Premier League. The move comes after a disappointing stint with Raising Stars FC in the Nigerian League. A versatile midfielder capable of[Read More…]
Lobong summons Pari leaders over closure of commissioner’s office
By Ijoo Bosco Eastern Equatoria State governor Louis Lobong Lojore on Tuesday summoned Lafon community leaders to address the youth aggression that led to the closure of the Lafon county commissioner’s office over the weekend. Elia John Alhaj, the state Minister of Information and Communication, described the incident as[Read More…]
Bishop Carlassare arrives in Juba ahead of installation in Bentiu
By Bosco Bush The newly appointed Bishop of Bentiu Diocese, Unity State, Christian Carlassare on Tuesday arrived in Juba from Rumbek ahead of his installation ceremony in Bentiu due August 11, 2024. On June 3, Pope Francis established the Catholic Diocese of Bentiu and appointed Bishop Christian Carlassare, who[Read More…]
Parliament summons Security Ministers over surge in gun violence
By Deng Ghai Deng Members of Parliament have decided to summon the country’s security ministers for explanations and potential solutions amid a troubling surge in gun violence in the capital, Juba. They are the Minister of Defense and Veterans Affairs, Minister of Interior and Minister of National Security. The[Read More…]
PROGRESS: Ruto commends Tumaini Initiative’s immense achievement
By Bosco Bush Kenyan President, William Samoei Ruto expressed optimism about the progress of the Tumaini Initiative for peace in South Sudan. Amidst speculations of impediments to the process, the Kenyan President who doubles as the guarantor for the Tumaini peace initiative noted that the initiative has achieved “immense[Read More…]
HUNGER: Over 40 die in Greater Pibor Administrative Area
By Deng Ghai Deng Greater Pibor Administrative Area has been gripped by a devastating hunger crisis, with over 40 reported deaths due to starvation. The dire situation has captured the attention of national and international bodies as the local government and humanitarian agencies scramble to address the escalating emergency.[Read More…]
Kiir urged to fulfill promises made at beginning of year
By Bosco Bush Center for Peace and Advocacy (CPA), a prominent civil society organization, has called on President Salva Kiir Mayardit to fulfil the promises he made during his address at the opening of the new government term in January. According to Ter Manyang, the Executive Director of CPA,[Read More…]
Police officer ends life over domestic dispute
By Yang Ater Authorities have confirmed that a police officer has committed suicide in Wulu County, Lakes State, following a reported argument with his wife. According to Major Elijah Mabor Makuach, the Lakes State police spokesperson, the deceased officer was identified as 42-year-old Sergeant Mathew Madool, who took his[Read More…]
Awerial boosts fish trade
By Yang Ater Authorities in Awerial County, Lakes State, have launched a new business center for salted fish in Mingkaman town. The initiative is aimed at supporting the local fishmongers and streamlining the export of salted fish to the rest of East Africa. For years, the fish mongers in[Read More…]
South Sudan businessman shot dead in Uganda
By Kei Emmanuel Duku A South Sudanese businessman, identified as Wani Alfred, was shot dead on Sunday evening between 8 and 9 pm at Kaguru Market in Palorinya Refugee Settlement in Obongi District. Samuel Bimbaza Hashaka, Obongi District Resident Commissioner, said the deceased was shot along with a colleague[Read More…]
Parliament renews summon to Africano Mande
By Deng Ghai Deng The Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) has renewed its call for Africano Mande, the Commissioner General of the South Sudan National Revenue Authority (NRA), to appear before the House after he failed to attend a scheduled session last week. On July 26, the TNLA had[Read More…]
VIOLENCE: Surge as fresh shooting leaves one dead
By Deng Ghai Deng A shooting in the Sherikat suburb of Juba on Sunday night resulted in one death and another injury, authorities confirmed. The incident unfolded near a mobile money transfer centre when an unidentified gunman opened fire on two young individuals. According to Maj. Gen. Daniel Justin,[Read More…]
Beware Juba, Mpox on the way
Earlier warned, saves lives from peril. As Uganda on Friday announced detection of two cases of Mpox “imported” from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), South Sudan is next destination of the product. According to the World Health Organisation, Mpox, known as monkeypox, transmits through close contact with infected animals[Read More…]
Uganda records 2 Mpox cases
By No. 1 Citizen Uganda on Friday announced the detection of two cases of Mpox imported from the neighboring Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) in the western district of Kasese. The cases were among six suspected infections in Mpondwe and Bwera, towns bordering the DRC, according to Henry[Read More…]
Aweil prison grapples with overcrowding
By Bosco Bush Aweil Central Prison, Northern Bahr el Ghazal State, is facing a severe overcrowding crisis, with an overwhelming number of inmates, including juveniles, according to local authorities. Speaking to this outlet, the Northern Bahr el Ghazal State Minister of Information, Garang Zechariah Lual, revealed that the state[Read More…]
Refugees urged to return
By Kei Emmanuel Duku Central Equatorial State Security Advisor, Angelo Daya, has called on residents of Kajo-Keji County who fled the 2016 conflict to return home. Daya appealed over the weekend following a security assessment visit to the county. A delegation led by the advisor met with local officials,[Read More…]
EABC calls for uniform EAC common external tariff to boost trade
By No. 1 Citizen East African Business Council (EABC) Vice Chairperson Simon Kaheru has urged the Government of EAC Partner States to uniformly apply the East African Community (EAC) Common External Tariff (CET) to enhance intra-EAC trade, investment and regional value chain. Officiating the EABC webinar focusing on “Post-Budget[Read More…]