By Gladys Fred Kole Netherlands has pledged 5,000,000 euros to fund a pilot program in four countries in the Nile basin, including South Sudan. The program dubbed, “The Water at the Heart of Climate Action (WHCA)” will run from 2023–2028, within the Nile River Basin countries, including Ethiopia, Sudan,[Read More…]
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Norway increases support for National Archives
By Gladys Fred Kole Norway has increased its support to South Sudan’s national archives with an added contribution of NOK 1.96 million. Norway’s contributions to the country now amount to over NOK 24 million since 2012. The Royal Norwegian Embassy in Juba and the Rift Valley Institute (RVI) have[Read More…]
FAO launches digital agriculture platforms
By Gladys Fred Kole Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations has launched an ecosystem digital solution platform designed to leverage e-agriculture to achieve maximum farming efficiency. The digital agriculture platform was launched on Tuesday under the theme “Enhancing Service Delivery through Digitalization for Improved Agricultural Production”. The[Read More…]
Odhok encourages P.8 candidates to excel
By Mamer Abraham Upper Nile State governor, James Odhok Oyai, rang the bell on Monday to kick off the primary 8 exams, marking an important milestone for pupils who will soon advance from primary to secondary school. The exams, which are a crucial part of the education system, will[Read More…]
Intercultural gala unites ethnicities in WES
By Charles K Mark Peace partners have taken to utilize various forms of artistic expression and cultural events to spread messages of unity and harmony throughout the country. Peace events were held in different parts of the country over the weekend including one in Western Equatoria state where people[Read More…]
Upper Nile to subsidize food
By Mamer Abraham Upper Nile State government is considering procuring food items from the border town of Renk in a bid to subsidize commodity prices. Luka Away Nyebil, Director-General of Upper Nile State Ministry of Trade and Industry disclosed in an exclusive interview that the move is meant to[Read More…]
Lawmakers reject ‘dead Budget’
By Mangu Victor Western Equatoria State Legislative Assembly has rejected a draft budget for the fiscal year 2022/2023 after it took long to be tabled before the August House. Yesterday, the State Minister of Finance, Willam Adreano Baiki showed up in parliament and presented the budget for the last[Read More…]
Floods overturn trucks in Lakes State
By Yang Ater Yang Heavy flooding from unknown sources has blocked Bahr El Ghazal highway, leaving passengers, business vehicles, and truck drivers stranded alongside the road. Two heavy vehicles have overturned, further complicating the situation. The flooding occupied areas of Aerial-teen, Ameeth, and nearby Aluakluak Payam of Yirol West[Read More…]
Multiple initiatives worsen Sudan crisis -official
By William Madouk Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs has cautioned against inclusion of various peace initiatives in resolving Sudan crisis. Ramadan Mohammed Abdellah Goc argued that involvement of many actors could protract the conflict in unsettled Khartoum region. “We in South Sudan would like to clarify that Sudan is[Read More…]
Yei holds symposium on enhancing civic space
By James innocent Yei River County hosted a three-day stakeholder’s symposium on enhancing civic space in the region during the transitional period and post-elections. The symposium brought together journalists, civil society activists, and security operatives to discuss ways of promoting open dialogue and cooperation among key stakeholders. During the[Read More…]
Use talent to promote peace-Minister
By Charles K Mark Jonglei State Minister of Culture, Youth, and Sports, urges the youth to promote a culture of peace using their talents. Mabil Makuach Dau was speaking at Peace Festival last organized by UNHCR Field Office and Jonglei State Ministry of Peace Building in Bor. A wrestling[Read More…]
Troika demands SSPDF out of Abyei
By Bida Elly David and Hou Akot Hou Troika countries are calling on South Sudan government to withdraw its army from Abyei Administrative Area. The Troika call follows a fatal communal attack that has left dozens of people dead and scores of others wounded. A fierce fight erupted on[Read More…]
Sudan peace search gains momentum
By William Madouk All eyes are focused on Juba, where the leaders of the Sudanese Forces of Freedom and Change are meeting with the South Sudanese mediation team. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss strategies for achieving lasting peace and putting an end to the sound of[Read More…]
Bureau of Standards urged to boost quality control
By William Madouk First undersecretary of the National Ministry of Trade and Industry, Kuol Daniel Ayulo, has urged the South Sudan National Bureau of Standards (SSNBS) to enhance their quality surveillance activities throughout the country. SSNBS is mandated to address the issue of standardization and quality control for all[Read More…]
South Sudan Launches Disaster Early Warning System
By William Madouk Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management has launched an early warning system to mitigate the impact of natural disasters in the country. The system is designed to provide timely alerts to communities and relevant authorities in the event of impending disasters such as floods, droughts,[Read More…]
VP Abdelbagi warns against exam cheating
By Bida Elly David Vice President for the Service Cluster, Hussein Abdelbagi, has issued a stern warning to schools to desist from utilizing exam leaks as a means to pass their students. This cautionary message comes in light of recent reports suggesting that some schools may be taking advantage[Read More…]
Over 17,000 flood victims left homeless
By Charles K Mark Floods have caused devastating damage in Jonglei, with the state capital-Bor, being hit the hardest. Latest municipal authority reports indicate that more than 17,000 residents have been left homeless in the wake of the disaster. The situation remains dire as people struggle to cope with[Read More…]
MP urges gov’t to monitor Nimule border at night
By William Madouk National Assembly Specialized Committee for Trade and Industry Chairperson expressed concern over government’s failure to adequately protect the Nimule checkpoints during nighttime. Mr. Wilson Lodiong Sebit raised a red flag, warning of potential dangers that could arise as a result of negligence. He noted that[Read More…]
Fish traders decry hefty taxes
By Charles K Mark Fish traders operating in Jonglei State’s capital, Bor, have voiced their grievances about the high taxes imposed on them by the local government. The taxes, according to the traders, are having a detrimental impact on their ability to grow their businesses and succeed as[Read More…]
Police nabs over 70 suspected gang members
By Gladys Fred Kole Police, on Sunday evening, apprehended 70 individuals suspected of different criminal activities in Gumbo-Sherikat. “They are under detention and investigations are ongoing,” Police spokesperson Maj Gen. Daniel Justin told No. 1 Citizen Daily Newspaper yesterday. Gen. Justin said the operation will continue for 21 days,[Read More…]