By Kidega Livingstone   South Sudan’s ministry of health suffers insufficient funding for Primary healthcare facilities and for equipment in government hospitals. The Transitional National Legislative Assembly passed a budget of over three trillion South Sudanese Pounds for the 2023/2024 fiscal year budget. However, minister of health, Yolanda Awel Deng[Read More…]

By Charles K Mark   A Community has demanded National Minister of General Education and Instruction, Awut Deng Acuil, provides evidence of threats to her life. Matthew Mathiang Magoordit, Chairman of Luanyjang Community said they are willing to investigate and take necessary action upon receiving sufficient evidence.   “If it[Read More…]

By Jurugo Emmanuel Ogasto   President Salva Kiir Mayardit on Wednesday night issued several decrees, making changes in Jonglei State government, hitting the state cabinet and assembly. Among those on exit include Elizabeth Nyadak John, who was relieved of her duties as the Minister of Information while Marlin David Kuony[Read More…]

By Dogga Luwo Go’do   Juba and various regions of South Sudan are currently in the grip of a scorching heatwave that shows no signs of relenting. Meteorologists predict that this prolonged period of intense heat will persist for at least two weeks. Therefore, everyone must take necessary precautions to[Read More…]

By Bida Elly David   As South Sudan grapples with economic crises and slow-paced implementation of peace agreement, a political analyst worries over a push for elections. In an interview with No.1 Citizen Daily Newspaper, Mr. James Boboya, a political analyst suggests, leaders must consider ensuring economic and political stability[Read More…]

By William Madouk   Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) party continuous to bulge with defectors from opposition parties, as months of political tournament approach. In a recent wave of game shifting, about 94 members of Sudan People’s Liberation Movement in Opposition (SPLM-IO), People’s Alliance Movement (PAM) and Kitgwang, have joined[Read More…]

By Charles K Mark   South Sudan’s Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology in collaboration with European Union (EU) has introduced knowledge exchange and sharing, promotion program. The program, called Erasmus+, is part of the EU’s efforts to support education, training, youth, and sport in Europe. During an Erasmus+[Read More…]

By Gladys Fred Kole   Telecommunication Company, MTN South Sudan has introduced a new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Monzer Ali, the new CEO was officially introduced on Tuesday, but will assume office effective 1st April, this year. The new CEO replaces Gordian Kyomukama who has been leading the company for[Read More…]

By Gladys Fred Kole   Government of South Sudan and the Nile Basin Initiative have launched Sudd Wetlands management plan. The wetlands, the largest in the Nile basin, present a resource of great importance for the sustainable development of the basin. Sudd is the largest wetland in Africa, in comparison[Read More…]

By William Madouk   A newly formed South Sudan National Bureau of Standards (SSNBS) council is expected to take oath within the next week. However, the council, chaired by Dr. Kuorwel Kuai Kuorwel, will be responsible for oversight, decision-making, and policy drafting within the bureau. Previously, decisions regarding the Bureau[Read More…]

By Yang Ater   A man lost his ear and 8 herds of cattle to raiders in a cruel attack in Cueibet County, Lakes State. According to Lakes State Police spokesperson Maj. Elijah Mabor Makuac, the attackers chopped off the man’s ear before parting with his eight animals. The incident[Read More…]

By Kidega Livingstone   Fifteen fuel stations in Juba have been closed down by Central Equatoria State government, following an order from governor, Emmanuel Adil Anthony. The state government had set up committees to conduct assessments to identify petrol stations that pose a threat to human life following case fuel[Read More…]

By Bida Elly David   Peace monitors urge south Sudan government to investigate the army for inhumane treatment of civilians in Gondokoro Island. Ceasefire and Transitional Security Arrangements Monitoring and Verification Mechanism (CTSAMVM) reiterated the call in meeting on Tuesday, In December, last Year, residents of Gondokoro Island accused government[Read More…]

By Charles K Mark   South Sudan government is working to identify and map out opportunities to make the country an attractive destination for both foreign and domestic investors. Senior government officials while speaking in a validation workshop on a one-stop shop for investment opportunities, put strong emphasis on addressing[Read More…]

By William Madouk   A serene evening of March 10, 2024, witnessed another change of guard at the helm of South Sudan National Bureau of Standards (SSNBS) as President, Salva Kiir Mayardit waved his mini axe. This time, Dr. Kuorwel Kuai Kuorwel, who combined chairperson of SSNBS Council and executive[Read More…]

By Bida Elly David   South Sudan and Uganda Revenue Authorities have agreed to deal with border trade frauds. The Commissioner General of South Sudan Revenue Authority, Africano Mande in a meeting with his Ugandan counterpart John R. Musinguzi, vowed to curb corruption along the border. The two shared progress[Read More…]

By Gladys Fred Kole   South Sudan has received seven Hydrometeorological stations from Nile Basin Initiative as part of a regional Hydrological Monitoring System. Hydromat systems are used to measure hydrological parameters such as precipitation, runoff, flow, water levels and speed. Executive director of Nile Basin Initiative, Dr. Florence Grace[Read More…]

By Bida Elly David   South Sudan Ceasefire and Transitional Security Arrangements Monitoring and Verification Mechanism (CTSAMVM) has closed three branches, in states. The body’s Chairperson, Hailu Gonfa Edossa disclosed closure of the branch offices in a meeting on Tuesday, attributing it to lack of funding. He said the Monitoring[Read More…]

By Dogga Luwo   In the heart of Juba, the Capital City of South Sudan, stands one of the oldest structures that has become an integral part of the nation’s history-the Juba Nile Bridge. Constructed in 1974 by the Dutch construction company De Groot International, the Dutch Government contributed more[Read More…]