By Yiep Joseph Warrap State Parliament has revealed plans to question the executive branch regarding the sudden halt in the construction of the state secretariat. Following his appointment, Governor Kuol Muor set up his office under a tree, vowing to continue operations in those conditions until proper facilities were[Read More…]
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Mysterious creature devours boy in Pigi
By William Madouk A five-year-old boy has been allegedly killed by an unidentified wild animal in flood-ravaged Pigi County, Jonglei State, according to local authorities. Speaking to No.1 Citizen in a phone call interview, Pigi County Commissioner, Suliman Deng Thon expressed serious concerns about the waiting threat posed by[Read More…]
Tumaini Initiative not dead–Makuei
By Philip Buda Ladu National Minister of Information and government spokesman, Michael Makuei Lueth, has dismissed online claims suggesting that the Kenya-led peace negotiations in Nairobi-the Tumaini Initiative is dead. Makuei emphasized that the Tumaini Initiative is a peace process aimed at bringing peace to the people of South[Read More…]
VP Taban campaigns against early, forced marriages
By Yiep Joseph Vice President for Infrastructure, Taban Deng Gai, has called on South Sudanese communities to put an end to early and forced marriages. Speaking at the 40th-day prayers for the late Bior Ajang, highlighted that many young girls continue to suffer from the impact of child marriages.[Read More…]
Warrap records 10 snakebite cases as floods ravages
By Yiep Joseph Authorities in Warrap State are alarmed by a recent registration of ten snakebite cases in the flood-affected Mangar-Ajak village. In an interview, Warrap State Minister of Information and Communication, Wol Mayom, confirmed that a team of seven, including the Minister of Health verified the incidents. “We[Read More…]
Flood victims grieve lack of shelter
By John Akoon Residents of Aweil town in Northern Bahr el Ghazal State are expressing deep concern over lack of shelter for flood victims. Many people who have been displaced, are currently camping along the roadside. In interviews with No. 1 Citizen Newspaper, several residents appealed for urgent assistance from[Read More…]
Kajo Keji County in critical health workers shortage
Kei Emmanuel Duku Commissioner of Kajo-Keji County, David Lisi Christopher, has raised concerns about shortage of health workers in the area, which is hindering access to essential healthcare services. The commissioner noted that the county’s healthcare system has been severely impacted by the 2016 conflict, leading to the destruction[Read More…]
Jonglei Minister survives attack on Juba-Bor highway
By Manas James Okony Minister of Parliamentary Affairs in Jonglei State, Nyalele John Chuol, narrowly escaped an armed ambush while traveling along the Juba-Bor Highway on Sunday evening. Minister Nyalele was en route to Bor for a meeting when her vehicle, displaying government registration, came under fire near Mogiri[Read More…]
IOM delivers water, sanitation, hygiene services in Bentiu
By staff writer The International Organization for Migration (IOM) continues to deliver essential humanitarian services in internally displaced people (IDP) Camp and sites in Bentiu with a focus on the most vulnerable population including women, children and persons with disabilities affected by the ongoing conflict and climate-related disasters. Since[Read More…]
Warrap governor urges pupils to value education
By John Akoon Governor of Warrap State, Kuol Muor Muor, has urged primary school pupils not to take their education for granted. Speaking during the bell ringing for mock examinations for primary eight pupils at Ammy Robbins Primary School, Governor Muor emphasized the importance of education in building a[Read More…]
Activist hopeful for improved civic space in Jonglei State
By Deng Ghai Deng Chairperson of the Jonglei Civil Society Network (JCSN) and Executive Director of INTREPID South Sudan, Bol Deng Bol, has expressed renewed hope for improved civic space in Jonglei state following a communique signed by political parties, security organizations, and civil society groups. The communique, finalized[Read More…]
WATER CRISIS: suppliers defy City Council’s price list
By Yiep Joseph Residents of Juba City are dismayed as water suppliers continue to disregard Juba City Council’s (JCC) order to lower prices per barrel. With many households reliant on mobile water tankers, complaints have surfaced that suppliers are ignoring the mandated price reduction. Last week, the JCC announced[Read More…]
Drug shortages plague Domuloto Payam health facility
By Yang Ater Yang Local communities in Domuloto Payam, Wulu County, Lakes State, have been grappling with severe drug shortages at their health facility for the past two years. Residents are increasingly concerned about their inability to access essential medications, putting their health and well-being at risk. Mangia Julian[Read More…]
Young women receive mediation, negotiation skills in Aweil
By Hou Akot Hou More than 25 young women attended a 5-day workshop in Aweil, Northern Bahr el Ghazal State to learn mediation and negotiation skills aimed at resolving local conflicts. The training was organized by the International Center for Peace and Human Rights Development (IPHRD) in collaboration with[Read More…]
Lakes state launches honey processing facility
By Yang Ater Lakes State government in collaboration with the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), have officially launched the construction of a Honey Facility Center in Nukta-Manga, Domuloto Payam, Wulu County. Isaac Luka Manga, the State Minister for Cooperative and Rural Development, expressed gratitude to the Domuloto[Read More…]
Atlabara FC extends unbeaten run
Kei Emmanuel Duku Atlabara FC continued their dominant start to the 2024/25 Juba Local Primer League season, securing a 3-1 victory over Zal Zal FC on Friday. The match played at the Buluk Training Centre, saw Atlabara take control early on. Keer Mangar opened the scoring in the 7th[Read More…]
Bishop Nathanial Garang discharged from Hospital
By Deng Ghai Deng Bishop Emeritus Nathanial Garang Anyieth Jangdit has been discharged from the hospital following successful treatment for severe malaria. The 84-year-old bishop was initially admitted to Nile Kings Specialist Hospital in Juba before being transferred to a Nairobi facility for specialized care. Philip Maluak Deng, the[Read More…]
Sheikh Barac orders eviction of believers residing at mosques
By William Madouk Secretary-General of the South Sudan Islamic Council, Sheikh Abdallah Barac, has taken the lead in driving out believers who sought refuge at mosques. A decision at aftermath of a believer killing a Muezzin, aims at preventing potential crimes like the killing of a Muezzin. “I hereby[Read More…]
SSPDF, UPDF chiefs discus cooperation
Kei Emmanuel Duku Chief of Defense Forces of South Sudan, Gen. Santino Wol Deng, met with his Ugandan counterpart, Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, over the weekend to discuss enhancing regional security cooperation. According to News Vision, the meeting, held at the Defense Intelligence and Security Headquarters in Uganda, focused on[Read More…]
Gov’t commits to reintegrate holdout groups-VP. Taban
By Yiep Joseph Vice President for Infrastructure, Taban Deng Gai, has reiterated the government’s commitment to reintegrating all holdout groups through the Tumaini Initiative. Speaking at the 40th-day prayers for late Gen. Bior Ajang, VP Taban stressed the importance of dialogue in achieving peace and development in the country,[Read More…]