By James Innocent The people of Yei River County are preparing and eagerly awaiting the arrival of Governor, Augustino Jadalla Wani. In preparation for the governor’s upcoming tour of the state’s six counties, over ten reception committees have been formed in Yei. The date of the visit is yet[Read More…]
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Respect chain of command, Jadalla tells cabinet
By Bida Elly David Central Equatoria State (CES) Governor Augustino Jadallah has warned state officials and lawmakers against misusing titles and called on them to respect the chain of command in government operations. The directive was issued during a meeting of the CES Council of Ministers, according to the[Read More…]
25 equipped on electoral process
By Yang Ater Yang United Nations Integrated Electoral Assistance Team (UN IEAT) organized a 3-day “Building Resources in Democracy, Governance and Elections” (BRIDGE) workshop in Lakes State. The training covered electoral principles, the legal framework for the electoral process, an overview of the electoral system, the roles and functions[Read More…]
Eminent protest as University lecturers demand 7 months’ pay
By Yang Ater Yang Lecturers at the Rumbek University of Science and Technology (RUST) are demanding immediate payment of seven months’ worth of salary arrears and outstanding allowances for the 2023-2024 academic year. This came after the general assembly of the Rumbek University of Science and Technology academic association[Read More…]
Nairobi Talks; Parties respond to peace protocols
By Staff writer The parties participating in the Nairobi peace talks will today provide their input into a 75-page document that will be transformed into peace protocols. Last week, the mediators presented a summarized version of the presentations made by the parties on four key topics: political issues and[Read More…]
Norway pledges support to Nairobi talks
By Charles K Mark Norwegian government has reaffirmed its commitment to fostering lasting peace in South Sudan, a country it considers a longstanding ally. Norwegian Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide emphasized Norway’s dedication to collaborating with Kenya in overcoming the obstacles impeding the South Sudanese peace process.[Read More…]
Over 3,400 teachers to take evaluation exams
By Hou Akot Hou About 3,410 teachers in Aweil East County will participate in evaluation interviews conducted by the Aweil East County’s Education Department on June 15th, 2024. The assessments aim to gauge the qualifications and competencies of the teaching staff, in order to identify areas for professional development[Read More…]
Devastating floods threaten Juba Nabari
By Kidega Livingstone Residents of Juba Nabari West, Block 2 are increasingly concerned about the flood water that surges through their neighbourhood during the rainy season. The rushing water, which flows from the Simoni Jada Bridge, has affected thousands of households, causing displacement of many people after it destroyed[Read More…]
Jadalla calls for strengthening SPLM party policies
By Staff writer Central Equatoria State’s Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) chairperson, Augustino Jadalla Kamilo Wani, has called for the state leadership to put more effort into ensuring the effective implementation of the party’s policies. Jadalla made this call during a meeting with the party leadership of the state[Read More…]
Electricity kills man in Warrap
By Hou Akot Hou A 25-year-old man was electrocuted and killed on the spot at Akon payam in Gogrial West County, Warrap State on Thursday. The victim, identified as Deng Chan, was a trader who sold phones and SIM cards. He reportedly climbed on the roof of his tukul[Read More…]
Arab nomads seek extended stay in Aweil amid drought
By Hou Akot Hou Pastoralist nomads from Sudan’s Rezigat tribe, who have been staying in Aweil North County, Northern Bahr El Ghazal state, have requested an extension of their stay in the area due to a severe drought affecting their home regions. Majok Dengdit, the secretary for the local[Read More…]
Language barrier hinders justice to refugees-Chief Justice
By Charles K Mark Chief Justice, Chan Reec Madut, has raised concerns about the lack of justice accessibility for some refugees in the country. He highlighted that individuals whose rights are at risk are often caught in the middle due to a lack of knowledge about legal procedures. Madut[Read More…]
First female EAC Secretary General takes office
By Bida Elly David East African Community (EAC) has sworn in its new Secretary General, Veronica Mueni Nduva, making her the first woman to assume this role. Nduva, who hails from the Republic of Kenya, was confirmed in the position on Friday. She is the first female to lead[Read More…]
PEACE MATRIX: Parties close to deal
By William Madouk Focus is now on the Government of South Sudan and the South Sudan Opposition Movement Alliance (SSOMA) to provide their input into a 75-page document that will be transformed into peace protocols. Michael Makuei, the Minister of Information and the Rapporteur, stated that the mediators have[Read More…]
Fifty Days to Paris Olympic 2024
South Sudan national Olympic Committee (SSNOC) has launched 50 days countdown to Paris Olympic 2024 in Juba. Honorable minister of youth and sports, President SSNOC UNDP, JAICA, Embassies and ambassador of sports H.E Shahid Sajjad Hussain participated celebrations and witnessed the 50 days countdown. Ambassador of sports SSNOC, Shahid Sajjad[Read More…]
CES cabinet adopts groundnut project
By Bida Elly David The government of Central Equatoria State (CES) has taken a proactive step through its Ministry of Agriculture to boost food production through the adoption of a groundnut pilot project. This came after the CES State Minister of Agriculture tabled a proposal for a groundnut seed[Read More…]
Democratic Change party celebrates 15th anniversary
By William Madouk Democratic Change Party (DC) marked its 15th anniversary of its establishment, yesterday. The party was founded on June 6, 2009, and has overcome hurdles to reach this milestone and continue its mission of advancing democratic principles in the country. Speaking during a low-key celebration event, the[Read More…]
Criminal Procedure Act 2008, first review completed
By Kidega Livingstone The South Sudan Law Reform Commission and a team of legal experts have completed the initial review of the 2008 Criminal Procedure Act. During the review, the commission and the stakeholders, which included members of the South Sudan Bar Association and the military justice system, gathered[Read More…]
MoU to empower youth inked
By Kidega Livingstone Ministry of Youth and Sports as signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the international NGO, Plan International, which aims to empower young people in the areas of sports activities, peace, and gender equality. The Partnership also aim to ensure that the rights of youth to[Read More…]
Gov’t to unveil Wildlife Migration Outlook
By Philip Buda Ladu Minister of Wildlife Conservation and Tourism, Rizik Hassan Zacharia, has announced that it will launch the Wildlife Migration Outlook survey results this month. The announcement comes after he met with President Salva Kiir Mayardit on Wednesday. He briefed Kiir about the recent wildlife population census[Read More…]