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…]
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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…]
Ministry considers community awareness on land
By Gladys Fred Kole Public awareness on land ownership and management are vital, National Minister of Lands, Housing, and Urban Development, has said. Minister, Michael Chiangjiek stressed during a meeting with partners that communities need to be enlightened to address land disputes. “If you solve the land issue, in[Read More…]
Analyst urges transparency in election funds
By Bida Elly David Management of the recently released 22 billion South Sudanese Pound election budget allocated to National Election Commission (NEC), must be transparent-Analyst urges. Boboya James Edmond, an analyst, who founded a national think tank, the Institute of Social Policy and Research (ISPR), emphasizes on proper use[Read More…]
Insecurity instigating land conflict–official
By Gladys Fred National Land Commission blames insecurity across the country as a driving factor for land grabbing in Juba City, as citizens flee villages for safety, to settle in a peaceful environment. Mr. Robert Ladu Lwoki, Chairperson of National Land Commission said that cases of land, that they[Read More…]
Over 2,000 IDPs occupy schools in Rokon Payam
By Charles K Mark About 2,500 internally displaced persons (IDPs) have taken over schools in Rokon Payam of Juba County, Central Equatoria State. A chief in Rokon Payam, Osman Ampelio Legge told this outlet via phone, on Tuesday, that the IDPs fled clashes in Minga Payam of Mundri East[Read More…]
Ruweng chief Administrator hints on oil spill, invasion
By William Madouk Ruweng Administrative Area (RAA) chief administrator spills the rot in oil pollution, an alarming rate of child deformities, and alleged occupation. To Council of States. Taking to the podium, Stephano Wieu de Mialek hinted in his presentation before the Upper House of the Legislature on[Read More…]