By William Madouk A lawmaker in the national parliament Samuel Bahuri Loti, has criticized Pal Mai, the minister of water resources and irrigation, for awarding water points management contracts in the city, to private firms. MP Loti, representing Torit County, Eastern Equatoria State, from the South Sudan Opposition Alliance (SSOA)[Read More…]
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Mothers urged not to ignore immunization
By Hou Akot Hou Director of the Expanded Programme for Immunization (EPI) in Northern Bahr El Ghazal State, Mr. Santino Ngong Chan, is encouraging lactating mothers of children under five to complete their children’s immunization course. In a live talk show on Akol Yam FM in Aweil Town on Monday,[Read More…]
Returnees receive clothes
By Manas James Minister of Information and Communication for Jonglei State, Elizabeth Nyadak John donated 55 kgs of clothes to returnees who have sought refuge in Bor town. The donation was made on September 11, 2023, at Digrot area, where the returnees are currently stationed. Accompanied by her ministry’s director-general,[Read More…]
Residents concerned of garbage
By Ijoo Bosco Modi Residents of Ingili village in Kilio Boma of Magwi Payam have raised alarm over the reckless open dumping of garbage in their area, exposing them to risks of infection. Magwi residential areas and markets are choking on uncollected garbage, putting the health of Ingili residents at[Read More…]
Woman dies of snake bite
By Hou Akot Hou A 42-year-old woman in Gak-rol Payam, Aweil South County, Northern Bahr El Ghazal State, succumbed to a snake bite over the weekend. The victim, identified as Amiir Akol, was walking to the market when she met her tragic end. Gabriel Deng Garang, a relative of the[Read More…]
MPs pass Anti-Corruption Bill
By Bida Elly David Transitional National Legislative Assembly has passed the South Sudan Anti-Corruption Commission Act 2009 (Amended) 2023 with recommendations. The bill aims to regulate malpractices in public institutions and ensure the smooth running of services. Lawmaker Joy Kwaje, a member of the Specialized Committee for Legislation and Justice[Read More…]
Traders condemns City Mayor’s brutality
By Charles K Mark Chairperson, Central Equatoria State Chamber of Commerce, Robert Pitia critiques Juba City’s acting mayor for a brutal crackdown on street vendors. Mr. Pitia’s criticism followed a trending video footage on social media that depicts, Emmanuel Khemis Richard in a running chase of street vendors at around[Read More…]
Brutal mother nails daughter
By Hou Akot Hou Tonj town in Warrap state of South Sudan on Monday morning woke up to a shock as a woman hammered 6-inch nails into her daughter’s feet over an accusation of roaming in the neighborhoods. The brutal mother identified as Adeng Garang, who is also pregnant, is[Read More…]
No need to postpone elections-activists
By Mamer Abraham Tuesday, September 12 marked five years since the revitalized agreement on the resolution of the conflict in South Sudan (R-ARCSS) was signed on September 12, 2018. Through the span of five years with three significant extensions of the transitional period, the implementation does not fill the measure.[Read More…]
Peace rally concludes in Jonglei
By Manas James A series of rallies to disseminate 2018 peace deal and shun recurring inter-communal violence concluded over the weekend in remote parts of Jonglei State cut off from the state capital, Bor. The initiative started on 18 August and covered the northern counties of Duk, Uror, and Ayod.[Read More…]
Iswore chief freed
By Ijoo Bosco Modi Magwi county authorities have confirmed the release of Iswore paramount chief Patrick Olweny Amuna and his three colleagues after two weeks’ detention. The Chief and his colleagues were arrested from the contested Iswore boma between Ikwoto and Magwi county. He was arrested by the state SSPDF[Read More…]
Kajo-Keji Bishop urged to serve
By Charles K. Mark A new Bishop of Kejo-Keji diocese has been urged to step out of his comfort zone to serve the people. Archbishop of the Central Equatoria Internal Province of the Episcopal Church of South Sudan (ECSS), Paul Pitia Yugusuk made the urge during the enthronement of Bishop[Read More…]
Instability weakens domestic financial institutions-Ohisa
By Bida Elly David Central Bank governor, Johnny Ohisa laments that money laundering and terrorism financing block South Sudan from corresponding with banks in other countries. The central Bank governor was on Monday responding to concerns raised by lawmakers during an ordinary parliamentary sitting. Lawmakers complained about the poor progress[Read More…]
HIV surges in Eastern Equatoria State
By Ijoo Bosco Modi An increase in HIV/AIDS infections among adolescents and youth in Eastern Equatoria state of South Sudan is worrying. International Centre for Aids Care and Treatment Program, (ICAP), an organization managing HIV/AIDS in Eastern Equatoria State, has expressed. The organization termed the new insurgence in HIV infection[Read More…]
Parliament passes Banking Bill
By Bida Elly David South Sudan National Transitional Assembly on Monday passed the Banking and Financial Institution Bill 2012 amended 2023 to its third stage with observations and recommendations. The Bill committed to the specialized committee for economy and finance for scrutiny, is meant to regulate functions of international and[Read More…]
SPLM conquering Upper Nile silently
By William Madouk Greater Upper Nile State prepares to endorse Salva Kiir Mayardit as Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) flag bearer for 2024 general elections. The state deputy governor, Ayong Awer Lual revealed in a meeting with the party Chairperson, Salva Kiir on Monday, at the State House in Juba.[Read More…]
Prof. Akec regrets confrontation with Unity State Governor
By Charles K Mark Vice Chancellor Prof. John Akec of the University of Juba expressed regret over his disagreement with Unity State Governor Joseph Manytuil regarding the dredging of the Naam River. During the recently concluded economic conference, the two-pointed sharp spears against each with Manytuil accusing Akec of naming[Read More…]
Aweil North receives motorboat
By Hou Akot Hou Aweil North County commissioner in Northern Bahr El Ghazal State (NBGs) received a motorboat that will help civilians cross the Nyamel River and save lives. Commissioner Kiir Chan Wol, who received the boat at Nyamlel River on Saturday, said the motorboat delivered to them will serve[Read More…]
Beware of scammers-Makeny warns
By William Madouk Nile Petroleum, South Sudanese national oil and gas company has warned the public not to be duped by online scammers. The warning comes after the ministry discovered a fake Facebook account created in the name of the Managing Director of NilePet, Eng. Bernard Amuor Makeny. In a[Read More…]
NilePet donates to the needy
By Rebecca Athiang Bol Nile Petroleum Company, a national oil and gas company, has donated some food items to orphans and widows at Juba Orphanage Home. The items include maize flour, sugar, cooking oil, and wheat flour, among others, for the orphans and the needy, like widows, among others. Speaking[Read More…]