By Sabri Dibaco Farmers across Western Equatoria State (WES) raised the alarm over the poor condition of the roads linking farming areas to the capital, Juba. The farmers cited deteriorating infrastructure as affecting their ability to access markets and attract buyers for their agricultural produce. Some of the farmers said[Read More…]
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NBGs forms cultural union to promote positive traditions among youth
By Hou Akot Hou The Northern Bahr el Ghazal State (NBGS) Ministry of Culture, Youth, and Sports has formed an 11-member committee aimed at promoting cultural heritage and discouraging harmful practices among young people. According to an administrative order signed by the ministry’s Director General, Peter Aguer Achier, the newly[Read More…]
NBGS police warn against gunfire during SPLA Day celebrations
By Hou AKot Hou Authorities in Northern Bahr el Ghazal State have warned residents against firing weapons during celebrations marking the 43rd anniversary of the Sudan People’s Liberation Army/Movement (SPLA/M), scheduled for Saturday in Aweil Town. The warning followed a security meeting convened on Monday by the state government cabinet,[Read More…]
A South Sudanese refugee broke both legs after knocking pig on Adjumani-Gulu highway
By Jurugo Emmanuel Ogasto A South Sudanese refugee sustained serious injuries after reportedly knocking a pig while riding along the Adjumani-Gulu highway in Adjumani District. The victim, identified as Juma Moris Choma, reportedly broke both of his legs during the accident that occurred near Pagirinya Refugee Settlement on Wednesday afternoon.[Read More…]
Yei commissioner calls for cooperation among local leaders
By James Innocent The commissioner of Yei River County, Samuel Henry Malimbo, has called for cooperation among the leaders in the county. The commissioner made the call on Monday during a meeting with Payam administrators, paramount chiefs, executive chiefs, local leaders, and county officials. The meeting discussed coordination, security, and[Read More…]
U.S. announces visa restrictions for officials undermining peace in South Sudan
By Yiep Joseph The United States Department of State on Tuesday announced targeted visa restrictions on individuals involved in undermining peace in South Sudan. According to a statement extended to the media, the U.S. said the restrictions target officials believed to be obstructing the peace agreement in South Sudan. “Today,[Read More…]
Government pledges better working environment for health workers
By Yiep Joseph The government has pledged to prioritise improving the working environment for health workers across the country amid ongoing challenges facing nurses and midwives. Speaking during the combined celebration of the International Day of the Midwife and International Nurses Day in Juba on Tuesday, the director general for[Read More…]
CESYU set to hold third state youth convention in Juba
By Yiep Joseph The Central Equatoria State Youth Union (CESYU) has set the ground for holding its third State Youth Convention from 8 to 10 June 2026 in Juba. To ensure inclusivity, the event will bring together 91 youth delegates from across Central Equatoria State to elect new leadership and[Read More…]
UNOPS briefs trade ministry on Nimule border post project
By Sabri Dibaco The minister of trade and industry, Labanya Margaret Mathya, on Monday received a high-level delegation from the United Nations Office for Project Services for a briefing on the progress of the Nimule Border Post construction project. The briefing comes ahead of its official groundbreaking ceremony. According to[Read More…]
Yei training institute officials cite transport challenges as commissioner pushes for support
By James Innocent Officials from the Yei Health Science Training Institute on Tuesday paid a courtesy visit to the Commissioner of Yei River County, Samuel Henry Malimbo, where they presented challenges. The official discusses cooperation between the county administration and the institution, as well as ongoing educational developments in the[Read More…]
Juba county commissioner bans illegal land activities
By Louis Loku The commissioner of Juba County, Samuel Emiliano Wani Pitia, has issued a local order suspending all illegal land demarcation and land grabbing activities. The order also banned unlawful land-related activities across the county in an effort to restore proper land administration. According to Local Order No. 1/2026,[Read More…]
CES Minister of health Joyce Bakwa briefs nurses ahead of deployment
By Sabri Dibaco The Central Equatoria State Ministry of Health briefed a group of registered nurses ahead of their appointment and deployment to various state hospitals in Juba. The briefing, held at the State Ministry of Health, was led by State Minister of Health Joyce Bakwa Agole and the Ministry’s[Read More…]
Women in Juba PoC 1 face rising rape risks amid sanitation breakdown
By Sabri Dibaco Women and girls at Juba’s Protection of Civilians (PoC) site 1 are increasingly vulnerable to rape and violence as sanitation facilities collapse, forcing residents into unsafe areas for open defecation and firewood collection, camp leaders warn. PoC 1 Secretary General Deng Both Riek stressed that the departure[Read More…]
A visitor shoots 4 family members in Warrap State
By Hou Akot Hou A visitor who was offered shelter for the night before continuing his journey the following day reportedly shot 4 family members in the early hours of Sunday morning in Ajak-Kuach Payam of Twic County, Warrap State. The suspect, identified as Puok Malual Yak, was reportedly travelling[Read More…]
Court in Warrap jail a woman for 6 months for refusing to abandon Seventh-day Church
By Hou Akot Hou A resident of Turalei Payam in Twic County, Warrap State, has been sentenced to six months in prison over a domestic dispute linked to religious differences within her family. According to local authorities who spoke to the media, the 25-year-old woman allegedly resisted repeated demands from[Read More…]
Judges adjourn Dr. Machar trial to receive body of former chief justice
By Yiep Joseph The special court hearing in the case involving Riek Machar and co-accused has been adjourned after judges suspended proceedings to receive and mourn the body of former Chief Justice Ambrose Riiny Thiik. The former Chief Justice Ambrose Riiny died last week in Kenya at the age of[Read More…]
Twic East authorities appeal for government intervention over attack in Ming
By Chol D. Johnson Authorities in Twic East County have appealed to the Jonglei State government and national security organs to urgently intervene following an attack on residents in the Ming fishing area. Speaking in an exclusive interview with No.1 Citizen Daily Newspaper on Monday, Twic East County Commissioner Magok[Read More…]
SPLM-IO MPs boycott parliament over peace deal amendments
By Sabri Dibaco Members of Parliament representing the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement/Army in Opposition (SPLM-IO) have boycotted a parliamentary session as they protest the tabling of amendments to the peace deal. The MPs of the Transitional National Legislative Assembly, representing the main opposition, on Monday objected to the tabling of[Read More…]
Nimule residents demand lower commodity prices after protest ends
By Jurugo Emmanuel Ogasto Residents of the Nimule Town Council are calling on traders to reduce the prices of food and other essential commodities following the end of a two-week protest by truck drivers. The protest had led to shortages of basic commodities after trucks carrying goods from Uganda and[Read More…]
Residents raise alarm over drug shortage at Nimule hospital
By Jurugo Emmanuel Ogasto Residents of Nimule Town Council have appealed to the government to urgently supply medicines to Nimule Hospital following a prolonged drug shortage at the facility. Speaking to No. 1 Citizen Newspaper, Igama William, a resident of Nimule Town Council, said patients visit the hospital but return[Read More…]