By Yang Ater Yang A fatal car crash left two people dead, and eight others injured on Thursday in Yirol West County, Lakes State, police said. Lakes State Police Spokesperson, Maj. Elijah Mabor Makuac, confirmed the unfortunate accident occurred on the Juba-Yirol road near Pircok. The incident involved a[Read More…]
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Yei teenager released after detention over filming governor’s convoy
James Innocent A 15-year-old boy, detained by military for filming Central Equatoria State Governor’s convoy with his phone in Yei town, has been released. Charles Lokwen, who has been in detention since governor, Emmanuel Adil Anthony visited Yei on 10th April 10, was release after an apology. Authorities claim[Read More…]
Over 200 Youths in Western Equatoria acquire life skills
By Victor Mangu Over 200 Western Equatoria State youths have graduated after completing training programs. The training at Tindoka Vocational and Yambio Multi-Purpose Centers, aimed at empowering young people through technical and vocational education (TVET), to strengthen and improve their livelihoods. Western Equatoria State Acting Education Minister Alison Barnabas[Read More…]
Kiir directs Gola to restore peace in greater Pibor
By Bida Elly David President Salva Kiir Mayardit has directed the new Chief Administrator of Greater Pibor Administration Area (GPAA), Gola Boyoi Gola, to restore peace in the restive region. Kiir gave the directive while presiding over swearing-in of the new Greater Pibor Administrative Area (GPAA) Chief at president’s[Read More…]
Bank of South Sudan introduces electronic currency auctioning System
By Charles K Mark The Bank of South Sudan (BoSS), has announced a new innovation intended to conduct money auctioning through an electronic system. The new system replaces the old physical method that has been in use. In a circular issued by the Central Bank, the technological development is[Read More…]
Lakes State graduates 200 in vocational skills
By Yang Ater Yang At least 200 youth and women in Lakes State have graduated from vocational skilling in a three-month program. Vocational Skills Development Organization (VOSDO) trained the beneficiaries through funding from Sweden. Equipped in nine different areas, that include tailoring, animal treatment and agriculture, among others, the[Read More…]
Yei launches second Polio vaccination campaign
James Innocent Health authorities and partners in Yei River County, Central Equatoria State have launched a second polio vaccination campaign, area targeting over 41,000 children under five years old. Susan Yabu, a health officer and focal person for World Health Organization (WHO), explained their target in the four-day campaign.[Read More…]
Gunman shoots one dead, injures 3 others
By Hou Akot Hou At least one person was killed, and three others wounded in a gunfire on Tuesday at Yith-Liet market in Kuac South Payam, Gogrial West County, Warrap State. The area Police Inspector, Joseph Mathony confirmed the incident to the media. “An armed assailant opened fire indiscriminately[Read More…]
Man kills pregnant wife amid infidelity worries
By James Innocent A Ugandan man residing at Lomuku suburb of Yei town, Central Equatoria State has been arrested for killing his six-months-pregnant wife. According to Yei River County Police Inspector, Hussein Daud Jano the suspect, identified as a 30-year-old Sunday Paul, hails from Lugazi, has been in South[Read More…]
Foreign companies urged to employ 80% South Sudanese
By Jurugo Emmanuel Ogasto National Minister of Investment has urged foreign investors to comply with South Sudan labor laws, especially, employing 80% nationals in foreign companies. Minister Dhieu Mathok Diing Wol made the statement during a one-day symposium on job creation and trade development in South Sudan. The Thursday’s[Read More…]
Former Commissioner of Magwi County gains freedom on bail
By Gladys Fred Kole Former Commissioner of Magwi County, Eastern Equatoria State has been released on bail after nearly four months under detention. Otto David Remson and his co-accused, Oringa Daniel, were both set free on Tuesday. Acholi community chairperson, Otim David, confirmed the release of the former commissioner,[Read More…]
Fate of 2024 Elections depend on peace parties-Ramaphosa
By William Madouk South Africa’s President, Cyril Ramaphosa appeals to parties to navigate challenges ahead and exit the country through peaceful democratic exercise. Appreciating his meeting with principals and parties to the peace deal, Ramaphosa was grateful for “frank” and “comprehensive” briefing on the September 2018 agreement. “The people[Read More…]
Yei Joint Stars’ Ambayo Immaculate disqualified
By Kei Emmanuel Duku Organizing committee for South Sudan Women’s Cup third edition has disqualified Ambayo Immaculate, a player for Yei Joint Stars, for the rest of the remaining fixtures. According to the committee, a petition was raised by Bentiu City SC on Tuesday following their 5:0 defeat to[Read More…]
Hat Trick Queen to watch against Munuki FC in Central Equatoria State Debry.
By Kei Emmanuel Duku Yei Joint Stars FC beat Bentiu City SC 7:2 on aggregate on Wednesday to book a slot in the second phase of South Sudan Women’s Cup against Munuki FC (W). Harriet Dusman was the Queen for Yei Joint Stars as she scored a hat trick[Read More…]
South Sudan Basketball team risks missing Paris Olympics
By Kei Emmanuel Duku. South Sudan basketball national team risks not taking part in upcoming Paris Olympic Games, due to start on 26th July to 11th August, this year. Chief De Mission (CDM) to the South Sudan National Olympics Committee, Eunice Philip Jada has revealed time is running out[Read More…]
EA Court of Justice trains South Sudanese Judges, legal counselors
By Jurugo Emmanuel Ogasto East African Court of Justice (EACJ), in collaboration with Centre for Public Interest Law (CEPIL), trained over 15 judges and legal counselors from the Ministry of Justice. The Wednesday training was conducted on good governance and rule of law in the East African Community. Speaking[Read More…]
Police calls for public support to curb insecurity
By Jurugo Emmanuel Ogasto National Police Service urges the public to cooperate with law enforcement officers in order to reduce rates of crimes in Juba City. Maj. Gen. Daniel Justin, national police spokesperson made the call while briefing the media on crime rates in the country. According to his[Read More…]
A man dies, another survives suicide
By Yang Ater Yang A 30-year-old man in Yirol East County of Lakes state, committed suicide after a dispute with his stepmother over cattle ownership. Lakes State Police Spokesperson, Major Elijah Mabor Makuac said the victim, identified as Meen Wundit Achinran shot himself in Kuei cattle camp and the[Read More…]
Alcohol kills Boda-Boda cyclist
By Yang Ater Yang A Boda-Boda rider in Rumbek Town, Lakes State has died after consuming excessive alcohol. Lakes State Police spokesperson, Major Elijah Mabor Makuac said that at least 42 people, including women, have been arrested following the incident. According to the police spokesman, the man passed away[Read More…]
Lawmakers brawl with governor over allowance
By Bida Elly David/ Hou Akot Internal disagreement ensued in Northern Bahr-El-Ghazal State Assembly after some lawmakers petitioned the state governor over allowance. In a statement extended to No. 1 Citizen Daily Newspaper yesterday, NBG state assembly spokesperson, Garang Kuol Mabior said some lawmakers accuse governor Tong Aken Ngor[Read More…]