By Sabri Dibaco The Second National Trade Forum officially opened on Friday at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Juba, bringing together government officials, private sector leaders, development partners, and trade experts to explore strategies for enhancing South Sudan’s competitiveness and expanding its participation in regional and international markets. Held under[Read More…]
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Former Rumbek East Commissioner Mabor Makuac ater dies at 51
By Yang Ater Yang The people of Rumbek East County and the wider Lakes State community are mourning the death of former Rumbek East County Commissioner Mabor Makuac Ater, who passed away in Juba on Friday after a short illness. He was 51. Family members and community leaders confirmed that[Read More…]
Lasu community swear in new leadership, pledges unity and development
By James Innocent The Lasu community in Yei River County on Saturday inaugurated its newly elected executive committee, with leaders pledging to promote peace, unity, development, and youth empowerment as they begin a new chapter of community leadership. The swearing-in ceremony brought together county government officials, traditional and religious leaders,[Read More…]
Kumuri advocates for investment in agriculture to boost food security
By Louis Loku The leadership of Kumuri General Trading Company has called on South Sudanese to embrace commercial agriculture, saying it remains the most viable pathway to economic recovery, food security, and employment creation. Speaking during a media tour of Kumuri Farm in Kapuri, Luri Payam of Juba County, Chief[Read More…]
Health authorities in Yei dismiss Ebola rumours after tests confirm stomach ulcers
By James Innocent Health authorities in Yei River County have dismissed growing public fears of a suspected Ebola case after laboratory tests confirmed that a patient who had been reported to be vomiting blood was instead suffering from severe stomach ulcers. The concerns emerged earlier this week when residents witnessed[Read More…]
Dialogue: Parties set to meet to strengthen political inclusivity before 2026 elections
By Louis Loku Political leaders and regional stakeholders have reaffirmed their commitment to supporting South Sudan’s preparations for peaceful, credible, and inclusive general elections scheduled for December 2026. The commitment was made during a high-level forum held in honour of former Tanzanian President Jakaya Mrisho Kikwete. The event brought together[Read More…]
OPINION: University of Juba should own a clinic or university hospital
Writer: Engr. Maker Mangol Acien Yuol The University of Juba, South Sudan’s premier centre of higher learning, must urgently prioritise the health and well-being of its students and staff by establishing an on-campus clinic and laying a clear roadmap toward a teaching hospital. A modest, well-planned clinic would deliver immediate[Read More…]
Strengthening education at the grassroots is key to South Sudan’s future
Education remains the foundation upon which every prosperous nation is built. For South Sudan, where the majority of the population lives in rural communities, strengthening education at the grassroots is not merely an option; it is a national necessity. While the government has made efforts to improve access to education[Read More…]
African Union should strengthen strategies for ensuring peace in South Sudan
The pursuit of lasting peace in South Sudan remains one of Africa’s most important responsibilities. More than a decade after independence, the country continues to face political tensions, intercommunal conflicts, displacement, and humanitarian challenges that have slowed development and affected the lives of millions. While significant efforts have been made[Read More…]
Kanjoro bridge project gains momentum as community pledge support
By James Innocent The commissioner of Yei River County, Samuel Henry Malimbo, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to the construction of the Kanjoro Bridge. He described the project as a key infrastructure investment that will improve transportation, boost trade, and enhance service delivery across the county. Speaking during an inspection[Read More…]
Government reiterates commitment to construct Fula dam
By Louis Loku The government has reaffirmed its commitment to constructing the Fula Dam as part of a long-term strategy to ensure reliable electricity. The Minister of Energy and Dams, Agok Makur, said South Sudan has the capacity to generate enough electricity to meet its domestic energy needs and even[Read More…]
Bishop Hiiboro expands digital education through new E-Learning initiative
By Sabri Dibaco The Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Tambura-Yambio, Eduardo Hiiboro Kussala, has officially launched an e-learning program at St. John Paul Institute of Philosophy in Yabongo. This marked a significant step toward strengthening academic excellence and advancing digital education within Catholic higher learning institutions in Western Equatoria[Read More…]
UNMISS donates laptops and registry materials to judiciary
By Sabri Dibaco The United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) has donated laptop computers and registry materials to the Judiciary of South Sudan. This assistant aimed at strengthening institutional capacity and improving the delivery of judicial services across the country. The donation included 10 laptop computers, 400 civil registry[Read More…]
Community leaders in Juba vow to address land disputes, and insecurity
By Sabri Dibaco Community leaders from across Juba County have vowed to enhance peacebuilding, conflict resolution, and accountability following a three-day capacity-building workshop organised by the Young Women’s Christian Association (YWCA) with support from Oxfam South Sudan. The training brought together quarter council chairpersons and local peace committee members from[Read More…]
Armed robbers steal 1.5 million pounds, and 3 phones from businessman in Aweil
By Hou Akot Hou A businessman in Nyalath Payam, Apada Market, Aweil Center County of Northern Bahr el Ghazal State, has reported losing more than SSP 1.5 million and three smartphones in an armed robbery attack earlier this week. In an interview with No. 1 Citizen Daily Newspaper on Thursday,[Read More…]
Road renovation begins on key trade route linking Aweil and Sudan
By Hou Akot Hou Renovation work has officially begun on the 110-kilometre road connecting the Majok-Yith-Thiou border town to Aweil East County and extending toward Al Mareem in Sudan, local authorities have confirmed. The road serves as a vital economic corridor for communities living in both the highland and midland[Read More…]
Social insurance rollout faces resistance from national employees
By Sabri Dibaco The government’s plan to begin implementing mandatory social insurance contributions has met resistance from national employees working across non-governmental organisations (NGOs), private sector companies, and diplomatic missions. The group called for a temporary suspension of the new directive until key legal and institutional issues are addressed. The[Read More…]
Inter-area football tournament to kickstart in Yambio
By Sabri Dibaco Organisers of the upcoming Yambio Inter-Area Football Tournament have defended their decision to stage the competition at the renovated Gbudue National Stadium and introduce entrance fees, saying the move is aimed at improving security, supporting local football development, and ensuring the tournament’s long-term sustainability. In an interview[Read More…]
Yei mourns plane crash victim Santino Bakata as leaders call for faith and unity
By James Innocent Hundreds of mourners, including government officials, religious leaders, relatives, and community members, gathered to pay their final respects to Santino Bakata, one of the victims of the recent Luri plane crash involving a City Link Aviation aircraft en route to Juba. Bakata, a respected family man with[Read More…]
SPLM reaffirms readiness for upcoming December elections
By Sabri Dibaco The Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) has reaffirmed its readiness for South Sudan’s forthcoming general elections. This followed the release of the national electoral calendar. The party leadership described the development as a major step toward advancing the country’s democratic process and strengthening political preparedness. The commitment[Read More…]