By William Madouk Central Equatoria State Minister of General Education, Cirisio Zacharia, issued a ministerial order restructuring and deploying career teachers to the Kajo-Keji County Education Office. In his ministerial order seen by this outlet, Cirisio appointed five staff to the county education office. The ministerial order came into effect[Read More…]
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South Sudan economic outlook report released
By Charles K. Mark African Development Bank (AfDB) yesterday launched the Country Focus Report (CFR) 2023 for South Sudan, with a focus on mobilizing private sector financing and green growth. The report explores the scope for harnessing natural capital to finance adaptation to promote green growth. Speaking during the launch, the AfDB country manager,[Read More…]
Raiders kill herder
By Yang Ater Yang A herder was killed in a cattle theft incident in Amongpiny Payam of Rumbek Central County, Lakes State, on Tuesday. The killers are suspected to be armed raiders from the neighboring Panyijiar County of Unity State. Five cows were stolen from the deceased, which were later[Read More…]
U.S urges South Sudan to ensure safe humanitarian corridors
By Aweye Teddy Onam U.S. Embassy in South Sudan calls on the transitional unity government to ensure a safe environment for provision of humanitarian assistance to the most vulnerable population in the country. In a statement, the U.S. government joined UNICEF, in condemning the September 23 attack on trucks returning,[Read More…]
Three governors, chief administrator to face parliament
By Bida Elly David South Sudan National Parliament has resolved to summon three governors and one chief administrator over severe insecurity in their respective regions. This follows rampant incidents of insecurity across the country. Recently two women and 8 traders in Warrap State, were killed. Tension between Jonglei State and[Read More…]
Yambio gets new urban water supply System
By Charles K. Mark South Sudan government, UNICEF, and partners witnessed inauguration urban water supply system in Yambio town, Western Equatoria State, on Thursday. Estimated to serve about 45,600 urban residents, the project marks a significant step to sustainable and safe water supply to foster better health and improve lives.[Read More…]
MP suggests dissolution of administrative areas
By Bida Elly David A lawmaker at the National Assembly has suggested the dissolution of the three administrative areas to address continuous conflict in those areas. The suggestion was raised during parliamentary discussions on the alarming insecurity in parts of the country. Peter Gatkuoth Moyong, representing Uror County of Jonglei[Read More…]
Kiir, Putin boost ties
By William Madouk South Sudan President Salva Kiir and Vladimir Putin of Russia, on Thursday held a meeting, committing to strengthen bilateral ties and trade relations. Kiir left Juba on Wednesday for Moscow to meet Putin in a gesture to heighten bilateral ties. “In their meeting this morning, President Kiir[Read More…]
UNHCR appeals for urgent assistance for refugees, returnees
By Mamer Abraham Returnees and refugees in Wedwil Refugee Settlement are in need of urgent interventions to manage the growing food crisis, the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) has appealed. Julius Taban Philip, the assistant commissioner for refugees at the Commission for Refugees Affairs in Northern Bahr El[Read More…]
Police spirits up for 2024 polls
By William Madouk As the 2024 general election approaches, the South Sudan National Police Service has developed a strategic plan for security actions before, during and after polls. The aim of the Election Security Action Plan 2024 is to ensure the safety and security of all participants during the electoral[Read More…]
Parliament convenes on South Sudan-Uganda border dispute
By Aweye Teddy Onam South Sudan Transitional National Legislative Assembly is set to convene in an extraordinary sitting today to discuss dispute on border, between Kajo-Keji County of Central Equatoria State and Uganda. The session was adjourned yesterday after House Speaker Hon. Jemma Nunu Kumba failed to show up and[Read More…]
Yei doctors resort to torches for surgery amid power shortage
By James Innocent Yei River County in Central Equatoria state of South Sudan is grappling with a power supply issue, as the county’s electricity usage exceeds its capacity. Power shortage caused significant disruptions at the main hospital (Yei Civil Hospital), forcing medical personnel to use torches for surgery. County Commissioner[Read More…]
Security amasses 79 illegal firearms
By Hou Akot Hou Authorities in Aweil Town on Tuesday collected 79 firearms in a one-day surprise disarmament exercise. Officers searched homes for illegal firearms nearly the whole day, leading to the closure of schools, businesses, and public institutions. The firearms collected include 58 riffles, 8 PKMs and 8 pistols.[Read More…]
Kiir intensifies campaign for arms embargo lift
By William Madouk President Salva Kiir Mayardit on Wednesday jetted to Russia for bilateral talks with President Vladimir Putin. According to the office of the president, the two heads of state will discuss strengthening bilateral ties between Moscow and Juba. Dr. Barnaba Marial Benjamin, Minister of Presidential Affairs, said that[Read More…]
Bakosoro’s former Party in leadership turmoil
By William Madouk South Sudan National Movement for Change Party (SSNMC) which was formed by the likes of Joseph Bangasi Bakosoro is facing a chaotic power struggle. The party is at the verge of splitting into two factions, with each asserting its legitimacy. One group, headed by Clement Juma, while[Read More…]
Albino’s docket secures SSP 3 billion to support war victims
By William Madouk Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning has deposited 3 billion South Sudanese pounds to humanitarian affairs, to respond to the dire situation of refugees and returnees. According to Finance Minister Bak Barnaba Chol, the money is meant to cushion people who fled the Sudan war. “In regard[Read More…]
Authorities initiate teachers’ screening drive
By Hou Akot Hou Teachers in Northern Bahr El Ghazal (NBG) are under screening exercise by state education authorities in an attempt to streamline the teaching workforce to offer quality education. The screening is not being done as akin to what was earlier done in Lakes State, Rumbek, through interviewing[Read More…]
Bak’s insights to stabilize market prices
By William Madouk Finance Ministry is striving to stabilize exchange rates and bring down the price of commodities in the market, Minister Bak Barnaba Chol said. Bak said the ministry teams up with Ministry of Trade, the Central Bank, and other relevant authorities to stabilize the economy. “We are working[Read More…]
Dead suspect haunts police officer
By Hou Akot Hou A suspect has left a police officer in trouble for using his riffle to commit suicide in Aweil East County of Northern Bahr El Ghazal State. Despite his death, the ugly act of the suspect still haunts the police officer, who is being grilled by his[Read More…]
Illicit firearms, a menace to tourism-Rizik
By Mamer Abraham National Minister for Wildlife Conservation and Tourism links possession of illegal firearms as obstacle to success of wildlife conservation and tourism. Rizik Hassan Zecharia said the ministry struggles to conserve wildlife due to lack of civil population disarmament, urging citizen cooperation to ensure poaching is halted. “Also,[Read More…]