By Ijoo Bosco Women in Ogwal Wor Boma in Owiny have stated that long distances to health facilities and inadequate awareness of the importance of antenatal care (ANC) services contribute to the low turnout of pregnant mothers. Mrs. Auma Paska revealed that many people in Owiny Ki Bul live far[Read More…]
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Activists call for probe into Nasir clangs
By William Madouk Activists have called for creditable investigation into clashes between South Sudan Peoples’ Defence Forces (SSPDF) and armed youth in Nasir County, Upper Nile State. Executive Director for the Centre for peace and Advocacy (CPA), Mr. Ter Manyang Gatwech condemned the recent fight, saying that rampant clashes could[Read More…]
Children bear the brunt of US funding cut
By Kei Emmanuel Duku About 20 to 50 children living with HIV/AIDS have been abandoned by their parents or guardians in Juba City, National Empowerment of Positive Women United (NEPWU), estimates. Margret Jokudu Corneliou, a mother mentor with NEPWU, who is also living with HIV/AIDS, said some parents abandoned[Read More…]
US aid freeze leaves over 1,500 HIV patients helpless
By Yiep Joseph National Empowerment of Positive Women United (NEPWU) is urgently appealing for support for 1,500 HIV patients in South Sudan who have been left vulnerable following a freeze on United States of America foreign aid. NEPWU is a national non-governmental organization and network supporting women and girls[Read More…]
National security gets new Director General
By Staff writer President Salva Kiir has appointed General Charles Chiech Mayor as the new Director General of Internal Security Bureau (ISB) of the National Security Services. He was the deputy director general for administration and Finance in the NSS. In a another Decree, Chol Agoth Deng was promoted to[Read More…]
SSFA parts ways with Bright Starlets Head Coach ahead of Algeria clash
By Kei Emmanuel Duku South Sudan Football Association (SSFA) has confirmed departure of women’s national team, head coach, Mohamed Sidi Karoune, by mutual agreement. The SSFA noted that, Coach Karoune has been facing personal challenges due to the death of his mother, impacting his ability to effectively fulfill his duties.[Read More…]
New VP urged to reform economy
By Hou Akot Hou Ajuongdit community association in Northern Bahr el Ghazal State has called on Vice President and Chair of the Economic Cluster, Dr. Benjamin Bol Mel to address South Sudan’s struggling economy. The community, deeply impacted by the nation’s economic hardship, expressed their hopes in a letter to[Read More…]
Kickboxing Federation on fund-raising drive
By Manas James South Sudan Kickboxing Federation (SSKF) hosted a successful fundraising event on Saturday at its headquarters in Juba. The Federation is garnering support for the country’s upcoming participation in the scheduled March 4 to 18, World Muay Thai Championship. During the event, federation president Puro Okello Obob praised[Read More…]
Over 300 benefit from mobile surgical service
By William Madouk International Committee of Red Cross (ICRC) has successfully performed surgeries on more than 300 patients in Renk County, Upper Nile State. Many of these patients arrived from war-torn Sudan, entering South Sudan through Renk. Dr. Belayneh Assefa Gashaw, ICRC senior surgeon in Renk said the patients’ conditions[Read More…]
Nile River; Over 30 illegal checkpoints exist
By Yiep Joseph More than 30 illegal checkpoints along the Nile River between Juba and Malakal in Upper Nile State are still functional. According to South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF) Spokesperson Major General Lul Ruai Koang, the illegal check point are slated for removal. While progress has been made[Read More…]
Four soldiers killed
By William Madouk, Manas James and Yiep Joseph Disharmony between South Sudan People’s Defence Force (SSPDF) and armed youth has caused lives of four soldiers, thirteen others injured in Nasir, Upper Nile State. According to the army Spokesperson Major General Lul Ruai Koang, SSPDF troops were attacked while gathering firewood[Read More…]
Gov’t delegation visits Magwi IDPs
By Ijoo Bosco Eastern Equatoria government officials have visited internally displaced persons (IDPs) at Magwi Central Primary School this week to express solidarity with the affected population. Speaking to the IDPs, German Charles Ojok, an advisor on economic matters to the governor, who led by the delegation said the state[Read More…]
Police apprehends 16 gang members in Bor
By Peter Kuol Police in Bor has arrested more than 16 gang members this week following increased patrols in the town. The arrests follow recent violence between two gangs, Black Warrior and Westcoast. Major General John Bak, Jonglei State Police Commissioner, said that police have intensified efforts to reduce crime[Read More…]
IGP pledges inclusive pay
By Yiep Joseph Inspector General of Police (IGP) Gen. Abraham Manyuat announced plans to standardize salary payments within the police force, ensuring all members, including those undergoing training, receive consistent pay. The announcement came on Thursday during a handover ceremony from the UN to the Election Security Committee. Currently, police[Read More…]
Over 60 orphans receive scholarships
By James Innocent At least 62 orphans in Yei River County received scholarships provided by Coniah Medical Complex, a private medical facility. Director Patrick Kenyi Daniel donated one million South Sudanese Pounds to the Kikiji National Orphanage Centre to fund the scholarships. “I am putting the grants directly to the[Read More…]
South Sudan establishes committee to boost cross-border trade
By William Madouk South Sudan has taken a significant step towards facilitating cross-border trade by establishing a National Coordination Committee (NCC). This committee will implement the East African Community (EAC) harmonized framework for pre-packaged food and cosmetic products. The NCC was formed yesterday after a two-day summit. Participants elected Mr.[Read More…]
Leaders demand legislation on cattle movement
By Kei Emmanuel Duku For many years, pastoralists in South Sudan have relied on the seasonal movement of their herds in search of grazing land and water. However, climate change has brought erratic rainfall and shrinking pastures, forcing herders to migrate and causing conflict that pits them against farmers, exacerbating[Read More…]
SPLA-IO alleges attacks on cantonment sites
By Kei Emmanuel Duku Sudan People’s Liberation Army-In Opposition (SPLA-IO) has accused South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF) of attacking its cantonment site in Western Equatoria State last week. SPLA-IO Spokesperson Col. Lam Paul Gabriel stated that before the attack, SSPDF forces moved and positioned themselves near the SPLA-IO site.[Read More…]
Kiir joins other leaders for AU Summit
By Yiep Joseph President Salva Kiir on Friday traveled to Ethiopian capital Addis Ababa to take part in the 38th African Union (AU) Summit. The 38th African Union (AU) Summit convened today in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, bringing together heads of state and government from all 55 AU member states, alongside[Read More…]
Church, parliament land wrangle drags on
By William Madouk Land dispute between National Legislative Assembly and Nakasongola Christ Church has reignited. The two sides, each claiming ownership and presenting conflicting documentation. Oliver Mori, spokesperson for the National Legislative Assembly addressed a press conference yesterday, and responded to recent social media criticism from Mr. Onen Jok, refuting[Read More…]