By Hou Akot Hou Relief and Rehabilitation Commission (RRC) is urgently appealing for assistance to over 700 households residing in makeshift shelters in Rumaker Village, Aweil East County, Northern Bahr El Ghazal State. Mr. Angelo Deng Akol, Deputy Chairperson of the RRC, revealed the dire situation during a press[Read More…]
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Activist calls for speedy Phase 2 forces unification
By Charles K Mark Activist Edmond Yakani urges the interim unity government (R-TGoNU) to speed up the second and last phase of the unified forces, to create confidence and trust for the forthcoming elections. The Executive Director of Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO) made the call following a[Read More…]
Gov’t unveils measures to control prices
By Kidega Livingstone National Ministry of Trade and Industry and its line institutions have unveiled measures to control the runaway inflation characterized by the weakening of the South Sudanese Pounds, triggering commodity price hikes in the markets. In recent days, the populace, including government officials, witnessed a staggering increase[Read More…]
Forecast predicts wetter conditions for Greater Horn of Africa
By ’Dogga Morris Luwo The IGAD Climate Prediction and Applications Centre (ICPAC) has released its March to May 2024 seasonal forecast, revealing a higher probability of wetter-than-normal conditions across most parts of the Greater Horn of Africa. According to the forecast, several countries are expected to experience increased rainfall[Read More…]
Top NAS officers join gov’t
By William Madouk A high-ranking officer of the National Salvation Front (NAS), led by General Thomas Cirilo, defected from the group to the government. Operations commander Col. Joseph Lasu Laila, under the command of Lt. Gen. John Kenyi Loburon, said he forsakes rebellion under Gen. Thomas and accepts President[Read More…]
R-TGoNU Four years of unfulfilled expectations
By William Madouk Today South Sudan marks four years since the inception of the Transitional Government of National Unity (R-TGoNU) expected to usher the country to democracy through elections. On February 22, 2020, a new chapter dawned as Dr. Riek Machar, along with four other vice presidents, took their[Read More…]
Parliamentary committees’ term ends
By Bida Elly David The terms of specialized committee chairpersons and deputies within the Revitalized Transitional Legislative Assembly (R-TNLA) have officially ended, creating anticipation for their replacements or potential retention. According to the house order, these positions have a two-year term limit, with the possibility of extension based on[Read More…]
Wonduruba leadership directed to end war
By Bida Elly David Central Equatoria State governor re-directed the Coordinator of Wonduruba Administrative Payam to redouble efforts to end violence in the area. Emmanuel Adil Anthony gave the directive during a meeting with a team from Wonduruba, led by the coordinator Mr. Towongo Stephen Michael. Three weeks ago,[Read More…]
Machar calls for security reforms, census ahead of polls
By Bida Elly David First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar Teny calls for the conduct of a population census to determine South Sudanese electorates for polls. Dr. Machar appealed during a meeting with a team led by New York based UN Undersecretary General for Peacekeeping Operations, Mr. Jean-Pierre Lacroix,[Read More…]
Hunger bites as inflation takes toll on citizens
By William Madouk Pain, distress, and anxiety are what mark the lives of South Sudanese, who are battling soaring commodity prices amid biting inflation. The depression is already taking toll on citizens, as Juba resident, only identified as Rejoice, narrates an ordeal of drenching her throat with salted water[Read More…]
Central Bank struggles to arrest runaway inflation
By Bida Elly David Central Bank is under immense pressure to contain the rising inflation and the weakening of the South Sudanese Pound against the US Dollar. As of Tuesday, No. 1 Citizen Daily Newspaper established further downfall of South Sudanese pound against the United States Dollar, further exacerbating[Read More…]
Manytuil urges youth to cease violence
By Kidega Livingstone Unity State governor, Dr. Joseph Manytuil Wejang, has called on the youth of his state to refrain from the conflict in the neighbouring Ayei and Warrap States. While addressing a gathering at St. Bakhita Parish in Mayom County, Governor Manytuil told the communities of Twic, Ngok,[Read More…]
High expectation awaits New Rumbek Mayor
By Yang Ater Yang Lakes State Governor Rin Tueny Mabor, in a ceremony held at the State Secretariat, presided over the swearing-in of His Lordship Akol Manyang Magom as the new Mayor of Rumbek Municipal Council. The appointment, which bypassed democratic elections, has sparked both congratulatory messages and concerns[Read More…]
Japan, AHA sign grant to restart water project in Jonglei
By staff writer The Embassy of Japan and the Agency for Humanitarian Aid (AHA), a National Non-governmental Organization signed a Grant Contract for additional budget to move forward and restart the suspended “Project for Sustainable Accessibility to Safe Water and Enhanced Wash Practices in Twic East County, Jonglei State”.[Read More…]
UN experts wrap visit with call for peaceful transition
By William Madouk United Nations Commission on Human Rights in South Sudan wrapped up its visit to Juba with a call for the leaders to carefully navigate the conclusion of the country’s transition to achieve durable peace. According to UN rights experts, this would prevent violence and gross human[Read More…]
Kiir urges review of arms embargo
By Kidega Livingstone/ Bida Elly David President Salva Kiir called for a reconsideration of the arms embargo, describing it as a necessary step towards achieving lasting peace and stability in the country. On delivering an address to the African Union Heads of State Assembly, Kiir highlighted the progress achieved[Read More…]
Musicians amplify calls for peaceful transition
By Gladys Fred Kole As the December elections approach, artists in the country have called for unity and cooperation among the people to ensure peaceful voting. The artists in an exclusive interview with No. 1 Citizen Daily Newspaper emphasized the importance of coming together during the election period and[Read More…]
Luol retains SSBF seat unopposed
By Charles K Mark Loul Ajou Deng has been declared the president-elect of South Sudan Basketball Federation (SSBF) by the Electoral Committee, yesterday. Luol who went unopposed secured all 12 votes from the delegates representing the state associations. He will continue to govern the federation for a second 4-year[Read More…]
Judicial dysfunctional-UN rights body
By William Madouk United Nations Human Rights Commission laments the dysfunction of the judiciary system in South Sudan that leads to an increase in violence. Commissioner Carlos Castresana Fernández said the reoccurrence of gross human rights violations cannot be stopped without having meaningful and effective justice. “South Sudan’s judiciary[Read More…]
Tag Rugby Trust team receives equipment
By Gladys Fred Kole United Nations Populations Fund (UNFPA) handed over sports materials to Tag Rugby Trust South Sudan Female Team. The weekend donation aims at promoting gender and positive social norms for the girls to achieve their potential. The Tag Rugby Trust team has both young boys and[Read More…]