By Yiep Joseph Central Equatoria State (CES) government has received Four vehicles for peace missions, committing to utilizing them effectively for peacebuilding efforts. The vehicles were provided on Wednesday, by the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) as part of their Peace Partnership initiative. During the handover ceremony[Read More…]
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Retire aged officials, former commissioner urges
By Yiep Joseph Former Commissioner of Lainya County in Central Equatoria State, Emmanuel Khamis, has urged the government to retire older officials to pave the way for fresh graduates. “Senior citizens” –those of retirement age, generally from 65 years above are continuing to hold office, even though the official retirement[Read More…]
Lack of research centers cripples South Sudan’s fight against pests
By Kei Emmanuel Duku In South Sudan, absence of agricultural research centers has significantly hindered efforts to combat pest and disease infestations. With 80% of the rural population relying on agriculture, the country encounters numerous challenges stemming from the lack of specialized research facilities. Without a research centre, farmers countrywide[Read More…]
Activist slams ‘ineffective’ CTSAMVM
By Yiep Joseph An activist has criticized the Ceasefire & Transitional Security Arrangements Monitoring & Verification Mechanism (CTSAMVM) for ineffective reporting on violations, citing slow verification and repetitive reports that fail to prevent renewed hostilities. CTSAMVM, the multinational body monitoring compliance with the 2018 peace agreement, deploys Monitoring and Verification[Read More…]
Tumaini Initiative in a breakthrough
By William Madouk Mediators of Tumaini Initiative have praised the parties involved, for reaching an agreement on a comprehensive agenda for future discussions. Dr. Mohamed Ali Guyo, the deputy chief mediator, expressed satisfaction with the progress made by the government, opposition parties, and other stakeholders. “The government, the opposition, and[Read More…]
Another air crash kills 20
By Philip Buda Ladu Pitiful South Sudan Airspace has witnessed yet another tragic plane crash at Unity Oil Field, leaving twenty (20) dead, one survived under mystery. Unity State Minister of Information, Gatwech Biphal Both confirmed the fatal incident to No.1 Citizen Daily Newspaper via phone from Bentiu yesterday.[Read More…]
Nation Talks
Sadly, journalist Adil Faris, a former director at the South Sudan Broadcasting Corporation (SSBC), has been missing since Thursday, January 2025. Reports indicate that he may have been abducted by unknown gunmen. This act against a journalist is deeply concerning. Media outlets often face challenges when their reporters are denied[Read More…]
Council of Churches launches booklet on Active Non-Violence
By Dogga Morris An Active Non-Violence booklet aimed at reshaping the perception of violence as a means of resolving grievances in South Sudan has been launched. The launch was organized by the South Sudan Council of Churches with support from the Peace Movement Netherlands Foundation (PAX), under their project[Read More…]
UJOSS seeks dialogue with security over arrest of Journalist
By William Madouk Union of Journalists of South Sudan (UJOSS) has expressed deep concern about the disappearance of the former director general of state-owned TV/Radio, SSBC, Adil Faris. In a statement released yesterday, the President of UJOSS, Oyet Patrick, highlighted that initial reports suggest Faris is currently being held in[Read More…]
South Sudan can generate $300 million annually from fish exports – World Bank
By Kei Emmanuel Duku A recent report released by the World Bank reveals that South Sudan’s annual fish catch, estimated at 300,000 tons, possesses the potential to generate approximately $300 million from exports to countries within the East African Community region. The report further highlights that the livestock sector provides[Read More…]
At least 234 gun violence cases registered in a year
By Yiep Joseph One Citizen Network for Democracy (OCND) organization has reported 234 gun violence incidents in South Sudan in 2024 and recommended peaceful disarmament. According to a statement extended to the media, the organization conducted a one-year study from January to December 2024 with the help of media reports[Read More…]
NBG Speaker urges officials to fight corruption
By Hou Akot Hou Speaker of the Northern Bahr El Gazal State’s Assembly, Achol William Amou, has urged newly appointed ministers and officials, who took their oath of office last Friday in Awei Town, to unite in the fight against corruption, which he described as deeply entrenched in the state.[Read More…]
Economic hardship hikes Gender-Based Violence
By Ijoo Bosco Top official in South Sudan’s eastern Equatoria state regrets increasing rates of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) due to economic crises in the country. Director General in the state ministry of Gender noted that closed year, due to increasing cost of living, there have been high rates of[Read More…]
Social media ban lifted
By William Madouk National Communications Authority (NCA) has lifted the ban on Facebook and TikTok in South Sudan, effective from yesterday’s Midnight. Media regulatory, NCA had imposed a week-long suspension of Facebook and TikTok platforms, which began on January 22, due to the spread of graphic and inflammatory content of[Read More…]
CES security committee resolves monthly visits to hotspots
By Yiep Joseph Central Equatoria state government has reached a resolution that tasked the security committee to visit once every month some of the hotspot areas experiencing insecurity across Juba and other parts of the state. According to the statement obtained by this outlet, the resolution was passed on Tuesday[Read More…]
IGP considers tear gas to curb gang activities
By William Madouk Inspector General of Police, General Abraham Manyuat, has announced plans to acquire tear gas for law enforcement agencies to combat the activities of criminal gangs, often referred to locally as “niggas.” Speaking at a parade at the police department of Information, Communication, and Technology (ICT) on Monday,[Read More…]
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Orders ineffective against illegal logging-official
By Kei Emmanuel Duku Previous Orders issued by the ministry are ineffective in curbing illegal logging and charcoal trade in South Sudan. Undersecretary in the Ministry of Environment and Forestry, Jaden Tongun Emilio attributes the ineffectiveness of the orders to a lack of punitive clauses for arrest, prosecution, and[Read More…]
Citizens demand services as CES officials take oath
By Yiep Joseph Newly appointed officials in Central Equatoria State (CES) have taken the oath of office, prompting renewed calls for improved service delivery in the state. The swearing-in ceremony, held at the state secretariat on Monday, was attended by numerous residents eager to welcome the new leadership. CES, like[Read More…]
Journalist Adil Faris Mayath missing
By William Madouk Whereabouts of prominent journalist Adil Faris Mayath, former director of the state-owned South Sudan Broadcasting Corporation (SSBC), after he was allegedly abducted by unidentified gunmen on Thursday, January 23, 2025, remain unknown. Amira Alnahawi, Mayath’s wife, who is currently in Egypt, confirmed his disappearance, stating that she[Read More…]