By Mamer Abraham Leaders at the Africa Climate Summit have ruled that the continent does not contribute to global warming through carbon emissions related to the use of fossil fuels. The summit, in a joint communiqué, blames Western nations responsible for carbon emissions that culminate in Africa warming faster than[Read More…]
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Inadequate energy impedes development–Makuei
By William Madouk Minister of Information, Michael Makuei has emphasized the need for a reliable power source over generators to spur economic development in the country. “The first thing that we ought to do is to ensure that we are connected to a reliable source of energy. It is not[Read More…]
Gov’t urged to improve tax policy
By Bida Elly David Economic experts are urging South Sudan government to reform the poor taxation system, tainted by malpractices and poor technological management. The idea came on the third day of ongoing National Economic Conference in Juba. The experts also said introducing clear guidelines and regulating tax procedures would[Read More…]
Uganda scraps Pass fee on South Sudanese
By Mamer Abraham Uganda government has exempted South Sudanese from paying pupil pass fees levied on foreign students in the country. South Sudan Ambassador to Uganda, Simon Juach Deng disclosed to No. 1 Citizen Daily Newspaper, on Thursday Amb. Juach said that South Sudanese students will no longer pay the[Read More…]
Soldier kills a civilian in Bor By Manas James A top-ranking South Sudan People’s Defense Forces officer is under police investigation in Bor for fatally shooting a man after he splattered water on him while driving. The incident happened on Monday. In an interview with this outlet, Elia Costa Faustino,[Read More…]
Gunmen kill 4, kidnap others
By Manas James An attack by armed bandits in Duk County in Jonglei State left four people dead and four children abducted, authorities said. The incident occurred on Tuesday. Peter Latjor Chuol, the county commissioner, told No. 1 Citizen Daily Newspaper that the incident occurred when a group of eight[Read More…]
Community dialogue begins in Rumbek East County
By Yang Ater Yang A two-day dialogue on pre-cattle migration and peaceful coexistence began in Rumbek East County, Lakes State yesterday. The dialogue aims to promote peaceful coexistence and develop a common identity for the sharing and protection of community-beneficial resources such as grazing lands, water points, and migration routes[Read More…]
EAC forces to stay longer in DR Congo
By Mamer Abraham East African Community Heads of State have extended the mandate of the East African Regional Force in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The regional heads of state on Tuesday resolved at the 22nd Extraordinary Summit in Nairobi to extend the mandate of the forces by three[Read More…]
US pledges $163 million for Sudan crisis
By Mamer Abraham The United States announces US$163 million in humanitarian assistance for the displaced people in Sudan and neighboring countries. According to the statement published on Wednesday, US Ambassador to the UN, Linda Thomas-Greenfield declared the offer. Spokesperson of the United States Department of State, Matthew Miller said $103[Read More…]
Analysts doubt credible election prospects
By Mamer Abraham South Sudan anticipates hold its first-ever democratic elections in December, next year, but implementation of some provisions of peace agreement seem lethargic as the timeline approaches. Parties to the revitalized agreement (R-ARCSS) have been heard trading blames over lack of commitment to realization of the democratic elections.[Read More…]
IDPs in South Sudan protest aid cut
By Mamer Abraham Internally Displaced Persons in Bentiu, Unity State of South Sudan are protesting against suspension of humanitarian assistance, as the agencies face constraints of resources. Visibly hungry protesters, most of whom are women and children, some with empty saucepans, on Wednesday, matched in the streets of Bentiu town.[Read More…]
Economist suggests sharing of oil money to citizens
By William Madouk A senior economist has suggested that South Sudan’s government distributes oil proceeds to citizens through cash transfer with a tax stipend as a proper way of managing the oil revenues. Prof. Shanta Devarajan, a Senior Director for Development Economics (DEC) and ex-acting Chief Economist at the World[Read More…]
Pariang Hospital receives essential medicines
By Yien Gattour Pariang Hospital in the Ruweng Administrative Area has received sufficient drug supplies after eight months of scarcity. The medicines were supplied by the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and the National Ministry of Health. The supplies, consisting of medicines and equipment, will help address the shortage of[Read More…]
Measles, Polio vaccination ongoing in Unity State
By Yien Gattour A five-day measles and polio vaccination campaign targeting children between the age of 5-15 has begun in Rubkona County of Unity State. This began after cases of measles increased in Bentiu IDP camp and Rubkona town. Unity State has registered 1,200 cases and over 73 deaths due[Read More…]
Army credited for accountability
By Mamer Abraham Reconstituted Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission commended the South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF) for holding accountable soldiers responsible for capital crimes against civilians. While addressing the August House yesterday, the R-JMEC Interim Chairperson Charles Tai Gituai reported that there has been progress in enforcing accountability among[Read More…]
Bright Stars return to heroic receiption
By Charles K. Mark In a display of support and unity, the South Sudan Basketball Team returned home to a hero’s welcome after a remarkable journey in the FIBA World Cup in the Philippines. Tears, chants and traditional dances marked the celebration as thousands flocked to Juba International Airport[Read More…]
SPLA-IO receives eight army defectors
By Manas James Sudan People’s Liberation Army in Opposition (SPLA-IO), led by First Vice President Riek Machar, has received eight officers who defected from Gen. Johnson Olony’s SPLA-IO Kitgwang faction. Under the leadership of Lt. Col. Kuol Thon Kur, the defectors cited poor administration as reason for leaving their previous[Read More…]
Slow progress for conduct of elections- RJMEC
By Mamer Abraham Reconstituted Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission (RJMEC) decries sluggish implementation of key tasks South Sudan’s revitalized peace agreement. RJMEC interim Chairperson, Charles Tai Gituai made the observation while giving quarterly report to the national Assembly, in Juba. He said that parties to the agreement lack commitment to[Read More…]
South Sudan plans alternative oil pipeline
By Bida Elly David The Minister of Petroleum, Puot Kang Chol said plans are underway for South Sudan to establish its own oil pipeline following years of dependency on Sudan. Speaking during the second day of the national economic conference, Mr. Kang said the government faced numerous challenges, including paying[Read More…]
Thirteen-year-old girl commits suicide
By Yang Ater Yang Police reports death of a 13-year-old girl due to suicide in Rumbek East County, Lakes State. Lakes State police spokesperson, Maj. Elijah Mabor Makuac, told No. 1 Citizen Daily Newspaper that the girl committed suicide by hanging, on Sunday. He said the incident occurred in[Read More…]