By Alan Clement The National Communication Authority (NCA) and the South Sudan Revenue Authority (SSRA) have partnered with N-Soft to enhance telecom oversight and boost revenue collection in the country. According to a statement from the NCA Communication Department the deal between South Sudan and N-Soft was reached on Wednesday.[Read More…]
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TB cases surge in Twic County
By Hou Akot Hou Health officials in Twic County of Warrap State have announced that cases of people suffering from tuberculosis infection are on the increase. Director for the TB department in St. Mother Teresa, Mr. Peter Manyin Manyin, warned that without abiding by the rules of protection, the disease[Read More…]
South Sudanese Join Ugandans in Independence Celebration in Yei
By James Innocent The Ugandan business community in Yei River County marked Uganda’s Independence Day with a colourful and peaceful celebration. However, during the Celebration, the neighboring Ugandans were joined by South Sudanese residents and local authorities in Yei Town. The event, held in honor of Uganda’s 62nd Independence Anniversary[Read More…]
South Sudan to commence construction of Fiber-optic cable
By Alan Clement South Sudan is set to commence construction of a 2,400-kilometer Fiber optic cable in December, marking a transformative leap in the country’s digital infrastructure. According to statement issued by the Ministry, the announcement was made by Engineer Thomas Gatkuoth, Undersecretary in the Ministry of ICT and Postal[Read More…]
Drivers’ union calls for the relocation of mogiri Cattle Auction center
By Peter Kuol Kuch The drivers’ Union in Jonglei State has called for the relocation of Mogiri Cattle Auction citing that it amplifies insecurities for the travellers along Juba-Bor highway. Jonglei State drivers’ Union made this call following an ambush on the passenger’ vehicle which led to the injury of[Read More…]
NANG: U-turns to CDF
By Yiep Joseph President Salva Kiir has relieved the Chief of Defense Forces (CDF) of the South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF), Gen. Dau Aturjok Nyuol. The head of state and the Commander In Chief of the SSPDF appointed Gen. Paul Nang Majok as Chief of Defense Forces. All these[Read More…]
Officials warn of possible failure of Akechnhial Bridge amid urgent maintenance needs
Akechnhial bridge in Abyei Special Administrative Area | AAA press unit By Alan Clement Abyei’s Ministry of Physical Infrastructure, Public Utilities, and Communication has issued a stark warning regarding the deteriorating condition of the Akechnhial Bridge, a vital transport link in the region. According to the Administrative Area’s press unit,[Read More…]
UK, Norway warn leaders against further extension
By Alan Clement The United Kingdom and Norway have warned against further extension of the transitional period, warning that continued delays and violations of the 2018 peace agreement risk plunging the nation back into conflict. Speaking on behalf of the United Kingdom and Norway during the RJMEC extraordinary plenary in[Read More…]
Unity State launches resettlement roadmap for over 470,000 IDPs
By Alan Clement Unity State Governor, Riek Bim Top, has announced an ambitious plan to resettle over 470,000 internally displaced persons (IDPs) as part of its newly launched Durable Solutions Roadmap. According to a statement from the State’s press unit, the announcement was made during the opening of a workshop[Read More…]
SPDF confirms 14 dead in Athony clashes
By Yiep Joseph The South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF) has confirmed that the recent conflict among the VIP protection unit in Athony village outside of Abyei Box left at least 14 soldiers dead. The SSPDF spokesperson Maj. Gen. Lul Ruai Koang confirmed to journalists on Wednesday during a press[Read More…]
Abyei Municipality allocates new market site for traders
By Alan Clement In an effort to address rising concerns over traffic congestion and public safety, Abyei Municipality has initiated a relocation plan for traders to the new site. According to the press unit for Abyei Administrative Area, the initiative, spearheaded by the municipality’s leadership, is anchored in Administrative Order[Read More…]
CONCERN: Peace in Danger
By Yiep Joseph Peace monitors and the partners have expressed worries over a series of violations among the parties to the 2018 peace agreement. Some of the stakeholders raised worries during the fourth extraordinary meeting of the Reconstituted Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission (RJMEC) held on Tuesday. The meeting, which[Read More…]
Parties urged to double efforts in peace implementation
By: Chol D. Johnson The Chairperson of the Reconstituted Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission (RJMEC), Maj. Gen. George Aggrey Owino, called for genuine implementation of the 2018 peace deal. The chairperson made the remarks yesterday during the RJEMC extraordinary plenary. He urged the parties to the 2018 peace agreement to[Read More…]
Trade Minister backs key economic project, prioritizes small business growth
By Alan Clement South Sudan’s Minister of Trade and Industry, Atong Kuol Manyang, has endorsed a major economic initiative aimed at empowering the private sector and accelerating small business development across the country. She made the approval during a high-level meeting with key stakeholders, including representatives from Foreign Direct Investment[Read More…]
KOANG: Assumes Deputy Defense docket
By Yiep Joseph President Salva Kiir Mayardit has appointed Gen. Koang Choul as the deputy minister of defense and veteran affairs. The changes were made through a presidential decree readout on the state-owned broadcaster, the SSBC. Koang was recently relieved from the position of the Upper Nile governor. After his[Read More…]
Over 300 head of cattle raided in Twic East County
By Peter Kuol Kuch The Authorities of Twic East County in Jonglei State have reported that over 300 head of cattle were raided in Twic East County. Speaking to No. 1 Citizen Daily Newspaper. Hon. Juac Arok, the Commissioner of Twic East County stated that the cattle were raided in[Read More…]
Special court adjourns trials to Wednesday
By Yiep Joseph The special court trying the First Vice President, Dr. Riek Machar Teny, and the seven co-accused regarding the Nasir incident has adjourned the session to Wednesday. The pronouncement followed a lengthy presentation of the prosecution document from the investigator and prosecution team. During the seventh session conducted[Read More…]
Over 40 million SSP collected to rehabilitate roads in Torit
By Jacob Onuha Nelson At least 40 million South Sudan Pounds(SSP) have been collected to rehabilitate roads within Torit Town. Addressing the media over weekend in Torit Municipal Council, Oyito Babtist Soforonio, the mayor of Torit, said the state government have at least tried its best to collect amount of[Read More…]
Special court permits the accused to seek medical care
By Yiep Joseph The special court handling the Nasir incident involving the suspected First Vice President and seven others has granted the accused permission to access medical care. The court’s decision followed a request by the defense team requesting permission for all accused persons to seek essential medical care. According[Read More…]
Aweil East Community condemns soldiers taking part in politics
By Den g Athian The leadership of the Aweil East Community Association in Juba, headed by Ambassador Garang Deng Aguer, condemned the active soldiers’ participation in community politics. The Association described the involvement of army officials in community politics as a violation of the presidential order issued in 2021 that[Read More…]