By No. 1 Citizen For the first time, the East African Community (EAC) is operationalizing its Rapidly Deployable Expert (RDE) Pool in response to an international public health emergency due to the spreading Mpox virus disease outbreak. EAC Partner States such as the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and[Read More…]
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Solar-powered water pump alleviates Wulu County’s crisis
By William Madouk As an old saying, that “Water is life”, meaning, without water, there will be no life in the face of the universe, but for Wulu County, the daily struggle has come to an end. In the past, Women and girls in Wulu county bore the brunt of[Read More…]
Dr. John Garang School-Jonglei, faces closure
By Yiep Joseph Dr. John Garang Secondary School in Pakuor, Twic East County, Jonglei State, faces overwhelming challenges that the government and well-wishers need to leverage the institution. Headteacher, James Majur, told No. 1 Citizen Newspaper in an interview that challenges continue to strain the school and could lead to[Read More…]
Stakeholders seek sustainable solutions as oil production resumes
By Yiep Joseph As South Sudan and Sudan governments declared resumption of crude oil flow, sustainability of the development remains in question as conflict continues in Sudan. Hoping to ensure that oil production kicks with sustainability measures in place, stakeholders gathered in Juba to lay strategies. The three-day event that[Read More…]
USAP secretary declines to lead amid internal divisions
By William Madouk Acting Secretary General of United Sudan African Party (USAP), has declined to oversee activities until a permanent chairperson is elected. Joseph Ojukwu’s decision follows a recent ousting of the interim chairperson, Mr. Joseph Malek, by a faction of party members. On Wednesday, a group of USAP[Read More…]
Screen to solution: Youth inspired to resolve conflicts without violence
By Staff Writer Engulfed by scars of local conflicts in the past, a powerful film showcasing peaceful coexistence, reconciliation, and healing is transforming mindsets and sparking hope in Mangateen IDPs camp, Luri Payam of Central Equatoria State. The film, screened by Active Citizen South Sudan (ACSS) in collaboration with[Read More…]
Lakes State approves SSP 21.9 billion budget
By Yang Ater Yang Lakes State Council of Ministers has approved 21.9 billion South Sudan Pounds (SSP), 2024-2025 Fiscal Year (FY) budget. The state Finance and Planning Minister Majok Anhiem Dhal had presented the budget for its first reading in Cabinet meeting chaired by Governor Rin Tueny, on Wednesday.[Read More…]
Paediatric unit inaugurated in Bentiu State Hospital
By Deng Ghai Deng Bentiu State Hospital (BSH) in Unity State, on Thursday inaugurated a newly rehabilitated 48-bed pediatric unit. National and state Ministry of Health renovated the unit with support from medical charity Médecins Sans Frontières/Doctors Without Borders. The Paediatric unit will provide both outpatient and inpatient services,[Read More…]
Minister Makuei, Jonglei governor discuss home-state affairs
By Bosco Bush National Minister of Information, Michael Makuei met with Jonglei State governor and discussed “critical” challenges affecting the people in the state. On Wednesday, Governor Biel discussed several issues arising from floods, telecommunication networks, insecurity and prison facilities, calling for urgent intervention from the national government. The[Read More…]
Court adjourns over UAP lawyer’s absence
By William Madouk Juba High Court, on Thursday adjourned hearing of a case between UAP Insurance Company and axed national staff, after a defense lawyer, Gabriel Anyar, failed to appear. Plaintiff’s lawyer, Marko Reech Chan, stated that the session was pushed to Friday, November 8 because defence lawyer, Gabriel[Read More…]
Dismissed Melut teachers sue county over unpaid salaries
By Manas James Okony A group of 38 school teachers employed in Upper Nile State’s Melut County has filed a lawsuit in a Juba High Court against a county parastatal, seeking redress over alleged nonpayment of USD 200,000 in salaries and benefits. In June, several teachers staged a protest[Read More…]
Police officer killed by fiancé’s father
By Yang Ater Yang Police in Lakes State are investigating the shooting of a police officer in Mayath Payam, Cueibet County, on Monday night, reportedly over a dispute involving a woman. Police spokesperson Major Elijah Mabor Makuac the incident in question involved a sergeant from the wildlife service who[Read More…]
‘Do things differently’-RJMEC urges RTGoNU
By Deng Ghai Deng Revitalized Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission (RJMEC has urged the Revitalized Transitional Government of National Unity (RTGoNU) to urgently rethink its strategies following the recent extension of the Transitional Period for an additional two years. Interim Chairperson of the commission, Amb. Maj. Gen. (retired) Charles[Read More…]
Corruption, impunity undermine South Sudan’s peace efforts-UN expert cautions
By Philip Buda Ladu UN Commission on Human Rights in South Sudan has warned that the country’s fragile peace prospects are being undermined by rampant impunity, corruption, and a lack of political accountability. In a statement delivered to the UN General Assembly on Wednesday, the Commission expressed deep concern[Read More…]
Organized forces equipped on combating violations against children
By Hou Akot Hou United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) is conducting a three-day training session for South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF) officers, police, prison officials, and government representatives in Northern Bahr el Ghazal State. The training, which commenced on Tuesday, focused on six grave violations of[Read More…]
chiefs receive training on Customary Law in Yei
By James innocent A three-day training on customary law has kicked off in Yei River County, bringing together local chiefs, government officials, and legal experts. The training, organized by the International Organization for Migration (IOM) is meant to enhance the capacity of traditional leaders to administer justice and uphold[Read More…]
Over 5.8 million face acute hunger, women, girls hit hardest
By No. 1 Citizen While extreme levels of hunger in Gaza and Sudan make headlines, over 5.8 million people across South Sudan, 46% of the population, are facing acute food insecurity, according to Care International This reality is driven by a deadly confluence of factors, including climate change and conflict. Climate[Read More…]
Terekeka residents urged to shun cattle raiding
By Yiep Joseph Acting Executive Director of Terekeka County, Sali Jadalla, has urged residents to shun cattle raiding and violence. Speaking at a thanksgiving prayer service in Wujungani Boma, Sali stressed that it is important to embrace peace and education for the county’s development. “Please leave cattle raiding and[Read More…]
Juba County Councilors decry mobility challenges
By Bosco Bush Juba County Councilors have raised mobility concerns hindering their ability to constituents effectively. The concerns were raised during the inauguration of the 2024-2025 county legislative council session on Tuesday, officiated by Juba County Commissioner, Emmanuel Tete. The commissioner tasked the Councilors to prioritize activities of service[Read More…]
Great Lakes audit begins ahead of ministerial summit
By William Madouk The 25th meeting of International Conference of Great Lakes Region (ICGLR) audit committee commences in Juba with focus on accountability, transparency and oversight in the Great Lakes region. The 3-day audit meeting precedes the Great Lakes ministerial summit against illicit exploitation of natural resources scheduled for[Read More…]