By Hou Akot Hou A 40-year-old man is recovering at Panthou Primary Health Care Center after being seriously injured in a knife attack by unknown assailants in Makuei-Alek village, Aweil South County. The incident occurred on Monday night as the victim, identified as Bak Mayen Dut, was heading to his[Read More…]
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WES Minister calls for transparency in donor funds
By Sabri Dibaco The Minister of General Education and Instructions in Western Equatoria State(WES) has called for transparency and accountability in the management of donor funds supporting the education sector. Speaking to the No. 1 Citizen Daily Newspaper, Gibson Bullen Wande WES Minister of General Education and Instruction emphasized the[Read More…]
WES finance minister outlines economic growth plan.
By Sabri Dibaco The Minister of Finance, Planning, and Investment in Western Equatoria on Wednesday announced a comprehensive plan aimed at boosting economic growth and development across the state. Speaking to the media, Simple John Bakiki highlighted key priorities, including strengthening revenue collection, improving financial management, and investing in productive sectors[Read More…]
WES Governor, Azande Kingdom launch tractors to boost agriculture.
By Jackson Gaaniko The Governor of Western Equatoria State, Badagbu Daniel Rimbasa, in partnership with the Azande Kingdom, on Wednesday officially launched a fleet of tractors in Yambio. This marked a major step toward modernizing agriculture and strengthening food security in the state. The launch ceremony was attended by government[Read More…]
Former speaker kumba reflects on tenure, pledges continued service.
By Sabri Dibaco The former Speaker, Jema Nunnu Kumba, has expressed gratitude to the President for the trust and confidence placed in her to serve as the Speaker in the Transitional National Legislative Assembly. The former speaker highlighted both achievements and challenges encountered throughout her leadership. In a letter, the[Read More…]
President Kiir dismisses Juba County commissioner
By Yiep Joseph President Salva Kiir Mayardit on Wednesday dismissed Juba County Commissioner Emmanuel Tete Ezbon from his position in a decree. According to the presidential decrees posted by the governor’s press unit on the official state page, the head of state also appointed a successor. “The President of the[Read More…]
Dr. Machar’s lawyers challenge digital expert as cross-examination continues.
By Yiep Joseph Defence lawyers for Dr. Riek Machar and his co-accused have intensified their challenge against the prosecution’s digital evidence as cross-examination of a forensic expert continues. The 65th session yesterday witnessed more questions surrounding the credibility, interpretation, and reliability of electronic data presented before the court by the[Read More…]
Oil output to boost up as president Kiir receives progress report.
By Sabri Dibaco President Salva Kiir Mayardit on Wednesday received a comprehensive report on the progress of South Sudan’s oil industry, stressing progress in the operations of Nilepet. In a press statement from the presidential press unit, Emmanuel Athiei Ayual outlined significant steps made by Nilepet in strengthening its capacity[Read More…]
CES orders immediate halt to unauthorized renaming of places in Juba.
By Chol D. Johnson The Central Equatoria State (CES) government has directed the immediate cessation of the renaming of places by unauthorized individuals. In an administrative circular issued on Wednesday from the Office of the Deputy Governor in Juba, Paulino Lukudu Obede instructed all government institutions to stop the use[Read More…]
Boat operators warned of vessel seizures as Nile becomes ‘wildlife trafficking corridor
By Kei Emmanuel Duku Wildlife authorities have declared a massive crackdown on the River Nile, warning boat operators that their vessels will be seized and held indefinitely if found transporting illegal animal products. Col. John Chol Adui, the Wildlife Operations Commander for the South Sudan Wildlife Service, revealed that the[Read More…]
Defense Continues cross-examination of digital Expert at 64th Session
By Yiep Joseph The defense team in the trial of suspended First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar and seven co-accused continued cross-examining the prosecution’s digital forensic expert. During the 64th session on Wednesday, the focus was on the reliability and relevance of expert’s findings from the devices of the accused[Read More…]
Health Minister promises transparent, collaborative approach to challenges
By Gaaniko Jackson The National Minister of Health Luke Thompson Thoan has Promised to ensure transparent, collaborative approach to improve service delivery. Thompson Thoan made the remark during his reception at health Ministry. The event brought together the former Minister of Health, Hon. Sarah Cleto Rial, the Minister of Gender,[Read More…]
SSPDF Kills eight rebels, including commander in Response at Jebel Galtan
By Chol D. Johnson The South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) says it has killed at least eight attackers who recently launched a deadly assault on civilians at a mining site near Juba. The incident, which left dozens of miners and local residents dead or wounded, prompted a swift military[Read More…]
Revenue Authorities assure smooth cargo movement, dispel reports of stranded trucks
By Sabri Dibaco South Sudan Revenue Authority officials at the Nimule border and Mombasa have reassured the public and business community that trade and cargo movement are proceeding smoothly. The officials dismissed the recent reports claiming that hundreds of trucks were stranded at the Malaba border. Officials acknowledged that minor[Read More…]
CTSAMVM holds 54th Meeting, Review peace implementation
By Sabri Dibaco The Ceasefire and Transitional Security Arrangements Monitoring and Verification Mechanism (CTSAMVM) convened its 54th meeting to assess general security situation and progress in the implementation of the peace agreement in South Sudan. During the meeting, the members CTSAMVM conducted a comprehensive analysis of the permanent ceasefire agreement,[Read More…]
Climate Shocks, Weak Governance Push Women into Water Crisis
By Alan Clement Climate shocks and fragile governance are intensifying South Sudan’s water crisis, leaving women and girls to shoulder the heaviest burden, the United Nations warned on World Water Day. Marking the occasion under the theme “Where water flows, equality grows”, the United Nations said the global water crisis[Read More…]
VP Taban claims officials obstruct access to President
By Lodu William Odiya The Vice President for Infrastructure cluster, Taban Deng Gai has accused officials within the office of the president for obstructing his attempts for a meeting. Speaking on Saturday during funeral prayers for victims of the recent killings in Abiemnhom County, Taban said it has become difficult[Read More…]
Residents urge gov’t to construct drainage after floodwater incident
By Sabri Dibaco Residents of Juba are calling on the government to put in place early preparedness measures by constructing drainage following the floodwater caused by heavy rainfall in Juba. On Wednesday, several parts of the city experienced waterlogging after hours of downpour, leaving roads impassable and disrupting movement. Speaking[Read More…]
From South Africa to South Sudan: Haysom’s Enduring Legacy
By Alan Clement As the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) mourns the passing of Nicholas “Fink” Haysom, Special Representative of the Secretary-General in South Sudan, his legacy stretches far beyond the Nile. From the anti-apartheid struggle in South Africa to the fragile peace efforts of South Sudan, Haysom’s[Read More…]
ELECTION : Kiir secures South Africa’s backing
By Lodu William Odiya President Salva Kiir Mayardit has met with his South African counterpart, Cyril Ramaphosa, expressing dedication to advancing democratic process for elections in December this year. In a statement issued by the presidential press unit yesterday, the talk between the two Heads of State focused on the[Read More…]