By Kei Emmanuel Duku South Sudan calls on developed nations to allocate more funds under the New Collective Quantified Goal on Climate Finance (NCQG) to help developing nations cope with the devastating impact of climate Change. South Sudan’s Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation, Pal Mai Deng made the[Read More…]
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Peace, economy, Key in Kiir-Machar meeting
By No. 1 Citizen President Salva Kiir Mayardit and First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar Teny met yesterday to review the status of the Revitalised Peace Agreement and to address pressing economic challenges, including the critical issue of oil flow through Sudan. According to the Office of the President,[Read More…]
Bright Stars dribble Congo Brazzaville
By Kei Emmanuel Duku South Sudan National Team, the Bright Stars came from behind to beat Congo Brazzaville 3:2 on Thursday at Juba Stadium. This is the first victory for the Bright Stars in the CAF 2025 AFCON quantifiers TotalEnergies to be hosted in Morocco. Congo Brazzaville took an early[Read More…]
Kiir relieves Deputy Commissioner General of Revenue Authority
By staff reporter President Salva Kiir Mayardit in a decree issued on Wednesday evening, relieved the deputy Commissioner General of South Sudan Revenue Authority, Albino Dak Othok from office. In another decree, the President appointed Taban Abel Aguek, as the new Deputy Commissioner General of South Sudan Revenue Authority. Though,[Read More…]
Poor drainage, a major cause of flooding in Juba City
By Kei Emmanuel Duku Authorities in Central Equatoria State have identified inadequate drainage as a primary cause of flooding in Juba City, leading to damage to roads and residential buildings. During an inspection of affected areas, officials noted that improper disposal of plastic bottles, polythene bags, and solid waste by[Read More…]
Africa Zeal University’s 45 pioneers to graduate
By Bosco Bush Africa Zeal University (AZU), established in 2018 and officially launching lectures in 2021, is set to celebrate its first graduation ceremony this weekend, conferring degrees to 45 students in its inaugural class. On Saturday, November 16, the graduands will receive their credentials in two primary fields: the[Read More…]
Kiir urged to appoint Tumaini Initiative leader
By Yiep Joseph and Deng Ghai Deng Executive Director of the Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO), Edmund Yakani, is urging the South Sudanese president to urgently appoint a new leader for the government delegation in the Tumaini initiative. The call comes after delays in the resumption of peace talks,[Read More…]
Indiscipline public finance management must be addressed-VP Igga
By William Madouk Vice President for the Economic Cluster, Dr. James Wani Igga, has called for severe penalties for individuals involved in the misappropriation of public funds. South Sudan’s public finance management system has long been plagued by indiscipline resulting in the misappropriation and mismanagement of public funds. Dr. Igga[Read More…]
Nyirol peace dialogues commit reconciliation
By Deng Ghai Deng A high-level peace committee established by the Jonglei state governor has successfully concluded a series of peace dialogues aimed at resolving a deadly conflict between the Chie Puol and Chie Dumien communities in Nyirol County. The conflict, which resulted in nine fatalities and 24 injuries, has[Read More…]
VP Igga regrets delayed budget
By William Madouk For years, South Sudan has lagged behind other East African member states in passing the Fiscal year budget, a status Vice President and Chair of the Economic Cluster, Dr. James Wani, said must change to align with its peers. Speaking at the fourth high-level forum summit on[Read More…]
Church acknowledges Welby’s resignation, vows prayers for victims
By Yiep Joseph Global South Fellowship of Anglican (GSFA) Churches acknowledged Justin Welby’s resignation and vowed to pray for the victims. Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby, head of the Church of England and spiritual leader of the global Anglican Communion, resigned on Tuesday after an investigation found that he[Read More…]
Eye operations begin in Lakes State
By Yang Ater Yang Eye specialists from the Buluk Eye Center in Juba have commenced surgeries for over 300 patients with eye problems at Rumbek State Hospital in Lakes State. Dr. Emmanuel Agwella, the lead eye specialist, shared that the visit is part of a series of missions aimed at[Read More…]
Abyei natives oppose Dr. Francis’ self-rule proposal
By Yiep Joseph Fresh confusion has emerged in the Abyei Administrative Area as residents express conflicting views on achieving stability amid the ongoing Sudan-South Sudan dispute over the area. Recently, Dr. Francis Mading, a prominent scholar and Abyei citizen, reiterated his proposal for self-rule for the people of Abyei until[Read More…]
Kiir’s ‘special message’ to Ruto amid TUMAINI talks delay
By Deng Ghai Deng President Salva Kiir Mayardit has sent a special message delivered through his Special Envoy and Minister for Presidential Affairs, Chol Ajongo to Kenyan President William Ruto, amid delays in the resumption of talks. The envoy met with Kenyan officials at the State House in Nairobi to[Read More…]
Central Equatoria launches project to equip small businesses
By Deng Ghai Deng Central Equatoria State Ministry of Trade and Industry in collaboration with Central Equatoria Business Union (CESBU) launched a project aimed at equipping small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with essential skills and knowledge. The initiative, unveiled on Tuesday at the State Secretariat in Juba, is part[Read More…]
Fiscal devolution, revenue management forum kicks off
By William Madouk Fourth high-level forum meant to explore fiscal devolution and revenue management in South Sudan kicked off on Tuesday, graced by Vice President Dr. James Wani Igga. A three-day summit that opened yesterday, comes amid clamour by the Council of States as oil-producing states and communities cry[Read More…]
Organization calls for introduction of Pneumonia, rotavirus vaccines
By Yiep Joseph Health Impact Organization has called on the government and other stakeholders to support the introduction of pneumococcal conjugate Vaccine (PCV) and rotavirus vaccine in order to reduce cases of pneumonia and other vaccine-preventable diseases. The organization raised concern during World Pneumonia Day, which is observed on November.[Read More…]
South Sudan-Kenya road project advances despite objection
Kei Emmanuel Duku Minister of Roads and Bridges, Simon Mijak Mijok, met with his Kenyan counterpart, Davis Chirechir, last week to discuss the upcoming construction of the Nadapal-Eldoret Corridor. The project, which aims to connect Kenya to South Sudan through Kapoeta and Juba, is expected to boost regional trade[Read More…]
State intensifies crackdown on alcoholic spirits
Kei Emmanuel Duku Security apparatus in Central Equatoria State have started a crackdown on alcoholic spirits that have been banned from consumption by governor Gen. Augustino Jadalla Wani. Last week, Governor Jadalla conducted a field visit to inspect factories to acquaint himself with the production process and also to reinforce[Read More…]
Church declares 30 days of mourning, fasting for Wonduruba victims
By Bosco Bush Episcopal Church of South Sudan, Central Equatoria Internal Province, Anglican Communion declared a 30-day mourning, fasting and prayers for the departed souls of Wonduruba-Kuli Papa brutal murder. This comes after pastoral visit of Provincial Bishops to Wonduruba Administrative Area to comfort the families who lost their loved[Read More…]