By Yiep Joseph South Sudan Opposition Alliance (SSOA) has urged its forces in cantonment areas to distance themselves from any involvement in the ongoing military confrontations in the country. According to a statement seen by this outlet, the SSOA leadership council convened a meeting on Monday to discuss the[Read More…]
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NASIR CONFLICT: SSPDF blames politicians
By William Madouk South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) have broken their silence regarding the recent clashes in Nasir, Upper Nile State, asserting that the situation is a “politicized” conflict. Returning to Juba from Malakal, Lt-Gen James Koang Chuol, Assistant Chief of Defence Forces for Operations, stated that their[Read More…]
Three ministers exit office
By Staff Writer President Salva Kiir Mayardit has dismissed Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, Ruben Madol Arol and Minister of General Education and Instructions, Awut Deng Acuil, from their respective offices. Ambassador Joseph Moum Majak, the minister of trader was also relieved of his duties. The Undersecretary in the[Read More…]
Bright Stars technical department reshuffled
By Kei Emmanuel Duku South Sudan Football Association (SSFA) Board of Directors has conducted a reshuffle in Bright Stars technical team. The technical reshuffle sees Coach, Simon James Yor replace Rziki Hakim, while Seif Both Dhiu succeed Kennedy Santalino as Assistant Coach and Goalkeeping Coach, respectively. The move reached[Read More…]
South Sudan Cup draws postponed
By Kei Emmanuel Duku Organizing Committee for the upcoming South Sudan Cup has announced the postponement of the draw for the 14th edition of the 2024/25 competition. Originally, following a resolution from a South Sudan Football Association (SSFA) Board meeting last week, the draw was scheduled for today, Monday,[Read More…]
NBG gouges floods ahead of rainy season
By Yiep Joseph In anticipation of the rainy season, Northern Bahr el Ghazal (NBG) state government has begun construction of a drainage system to prevent flooding. State Governor Simon Ober Mawut conducted an inspection of the ongoing project on Saturday to ensure the drainage system, designed to enhance flood[Read More…]
At least 80% Madhaul Hospital jobs for nationals
By Kei Emmanuel Duku and Hou Akot Hou A newly established Madhaul Field Hospital in Aweil East County, Northern Bahr el Ghazal State, marks a significant advancement in local healthcare capacity. This state-of-the-art facility, donated by the United Arab Emirates (UAE), officially launched on Sunday 9th March, started operations[Read More…]
African National Congress condemns Nasir violence
By Dogga Morris African National Congress (ANC) party has condemned the recent violence in Nasir County, Upper Nile State, which resulted in the deaths of an army general and 28 soldiers. ANC party, is a signatory to the 2018 peace agreement. Speaking on occasion of International Women’s Day at[Read More…]
Detentions linked to Nasir clashes
By William Madouk National Security Service (NSS) internal bureau calls for calm in the country, saying officials detained in Juba are linked to the violence in Upper Nile State. David John Kumuri, NSS spokesperson and Director of Public Relations, stated on Saturday the institution is detaining several individuals with[Read More…]
Activist urges IGAD to meet with Kiir, Machar over rising insecurity
By Yiep Joseph Center for Peace and Advocacy (CPA) has called on IGAD member countries to urgently convene in Juba to address the escalating tensions in South Sudan before the 2018 peace agreement collapses. In a statement released to the media, CPA’s Director, Ter Manyang emphasized the need for[Read More…]
Women entrepreneurs showcased products at EU compound
By William Madouk As part of the Women’s Day celebration, a section of South Sudanese women in business exhibited their products at the European Union compound to reach a larger market ahead of the Women’s Day celebration. The event organized by International Trade Center (ITC) through their Market Access[Read More…]
NBG Youth election committee finalizes preparations
By Hou Akot Hou Youth Steering Committee tasked with organizing elections in Northern Bahr El Gazal state has announced the completion of procedural arrangements ahead of the scheduled polls. The elections, initially planned for October of last year, were postponed due to various political and economic challenges, according to[Read More…]
Torit hosts International Women’s Day
By Kei Emmanuel Duku National government announced holding International Women’s Day celebration in Torit, Eastern Equatoria State. Theme for the event is “Empowering Women and Girls to Promote Equality, Safety, and a Healthy Environment.” This celebration underscores the strength, resilience, and invaluable contributions of women across South Sudan. International[Read More…]
Ministry extends closure of schools
By Staff Writer Government has prolonged the closure of schools for an additional week, following the initial two-week suspension prompted by an unprecedented heatwave. This announcement was made on Thursday by Martin Tako Moi, the Deputy Minister of General Education and Instruction, who confirmed that educational institutions will remain[Read More…]
Tragedy: Gen. Dak, 27 soldiers killed
By William Madouk President Salva Kiir has confirmed the killing of Maj-Gen Majur Dak alongside 27 other soldiers during an evacuation mission by the United Nations Mission in South Sudan in Nasir. President Kiir detailed in his state-of-the-nation address how the barracks had been attacked by a paramilitary group,[Read More…]
Kiir calls for calm amid tension
By Yiep Joseph President Salva Kiir has called on the public to remain calm and promised that the country will never return to war despite the killing of an SSPDF commander in Nasir County. The President made the call following killing of General, Majur Dak, SSPDF commander in Nasir[Read More…]
Jonglei state gets new governor
In decree, read on state-owned media, South Sudan Broadcasting Corporation (SSBC), on Friday evening, President Salva Kiir Mayardit appointed Dr. Riek Gai Kok as a new governor for Jonglei state. Dr. Gai’s appointment followed a decree removing former governor of Jonglei state, Mahjoub Biel Turuk from office. Mahjoub exited the[Read More…]
EAC unveils ‘visit East Africa: feel the vibe’ tourism brand in Berlin
By Staff Writer Hundreds of tourism stakeholders attending the International Tourism Bourse (ITB) Berlin, witnessed the unveiling of the “Visit East Africa – Feel the Vibe” brand. This groundbreaking initiative aims to collectively promote the East African Community (EAC) as a single tourist destination. Various stakeholders welcomed the move,[Read More…]
Aweil East teachers urged to adopt modern techniques
By Hou Akot Hou Education Director for Aweil East County, Kuan Kuan has urged teachers to dedicate themselves selflessly to their work for the sake of nation-building, despite the challenges they face. He remarked during a two-day training organized by the Universal Network for Knowledge and Empowerment Agency (UNKEA)[Read More…]
President Kiir, Igga discuss security, SPLM reforms
By Staff writer President Salva Kiir Mayardit, also Chairman of Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM), convened a meeting on Thursday, with the party’s First Deputy Chairman and Secretary-General, Dr. James Wani Igga. The agenda was focused on pressing issues impacting South Sudan, particularly the ongoing conflicts in Upper Nile,[Read More…]