By Lodu William Odiya The Governor of Warrap State, Amb. Bol Wek Agoth have called for a multi-pronged approach that encompasses the needs of vulnerable populations on the ground without forgetting citizens of Warrap State. In a statement issued by the state press unit, the remark followed their discussion with[Read More…]
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Chief Administrator engages chamber of commerce, vows to support businesses
By Alan Clement The Chief Administrator of the Ruweng Administrative Area, Stephano Wieu de Mialek, on Sunday met with the Ruweng Chamber of Commerce and the Sudanese business community to discuss trade relations and strengthen cooperation. According to the Ruweng Administrative Area press unit, the discussions focused on enhancing collaboration[Read More…]
Jamus-Hilal Stalemate: Coaches Offer Contrasting Post-Match Perspectives
Kei Emmanuel Duku The goalless draw between Jamus SC and Sudanese powerhouse Al-Hilal FC in the first round of the CAF Champions League sparked varied reactions from the two opposing benches. While Jamus SC’s Heron Ricardo Ferreira expressed satisfaction with his team’s defensive discipline, Al-Hilal’s Laurențiu Reghecampf voiced his disappointment[Read More…]
TRIAL: Defense lawyers question Court’s Jurisdiction
By Lodu William Odiya The defense lawyers for the suspended Vice President Dr. Riek Machar Teny question the Jurisdiction of the court in handling the ongoing court case. The Special Court proceedings in the case of Dr. Riek Machar and his associates have been adjourned due to a counter-argument[Read More…]
OCND calls for a fair access to ongoing Dr. Riek court proceeding
By Lodu William Odiya One Citizen Network for democracy has called for a fair access to the ongoing court proceedings of the trial of Dr. Riek Machar Teny and his political members. In a statement issued by OCND yesterday, the call followed the denial of the independent Media in Covering[Read More…]
Dr. Machar’s court hearing interrupts university exams
By Jacob Onuha Nelson The University of Juba has postponed exams amid heavy security deployment over a planned court hearing for the suspended First Vice President, Dr. Riek Machar Teny. The court proceedings of First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar Teny and seven other South Sudan People’s Liberation Movement in[Read More…]
Gov’t urged to Prioritize Peace
By James Innocent The youth leaders and civil society representatives in Yei River County have called on the government and communities to put peace and development at the forefront. The group warned that ongoing conflicts risk undermining the nation’s future. Speaking during the commemoration of International Peace Day at Yei[Read More…]
Journalists barred from Covering Dr. Machar’s Trial
By Kei Emmanuel Duku The Union of Journalists of South Sudan (UJOSS) today expressed dismay after its members were denied entry to cover the commencement of the trial for the suspended First Vice President, Dr. Riek Machar, and his co-accused. According to a press release from UJOSS, their members were[Read More…]
Unemployment driving Youth into Gang Groups, Officials Warn
By James Innocent Local officials and community leaders have raised alarm over rising gang activity among young people, attributing the trend to unemployment, poverty, and lack of parental guidance. Speaking to the media, Azania Amude, Acting Director of Gender and Social Welfare in Yei River County, said unemployment and poor[Read More…]
Land Disputes and Corruption Accusations Plague South Suda
By Kei Emmanuel Duku South Sudan’s land system is in turmoil, with accusations of corruption and profiteering aimed at traditional chiefs and a dysfunctional land registry. A former Minister of Federal Affairs, Dr. Richard K. Mulla have shed light on the complex issues driving the crisis, which sees land prices[Read More…]
JEDCO: Tariffs headache
By Lodu William Odiya The Power purchase Review Agreement Committee has yesterday indorsed the reduction of power tariffs in the country. This comes at a time most residents complain of high electricity tariffs in the city In a statement issued by the presidential press unit, this move followed a comprehensive[Read More…]
Senior Envoy Adut urges ambassadors to champion investment drive abroad
By Alan Clement Senior Presidential Envoy Adut Kiir has called on South Sudan’s ambassadors to leverage their diplomatic platforms to attract foreign investment, emphasizing that economic transformation requires proactive engagement beyond government corridors. The envoy made the remarks during a meeting with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation,[Read More…]
China handover food items to flood-affected communities in Unity State
By Jacob Onuha nelson The China National Petroleum Company (CNPC) has yesterday handed over non- food relief items to flood-affected communities in Unity State. Speaking during the handover ceremony at Unity state coordination office in Juba, Victoria Benjamin Bol, a representative from the Ministry of petroleum and Unity state director[Read More…]
Ethiopia finally freed 27 South Sudanese from jail
By Lodu William Odiya The South Sudan Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International corporation has yesterday confirmed the release of 27 South Sudanese who were jailed in Ethiopia. The Ministry’s Spokesperson, Amb. Apuk Ayuel Mayen, told journalists during the weekly media briefing on Thursday that the government had been engaging[Read More…]
Judges engaged in a specialized training to combat gender-based violence
By Alan Clement Judges and magistrates across South Sudan have convened for a specialized training on gender-based violence (GBV), sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV), and conflict-related sexual violence (CRSV), with a strong focus on transitional justice. The three-day workshop, organized by the Center for Inclusive Governance, Peace and Justice with[Read More…]
Commissioner believes in chiefs to resolve intercommunal disputes
By Peter Kuol Kuch The commissioner of Twic East County, Juac Arok, has recommended that the communal dispute between the AYuel and Hol communities of Jonglei State can effectively be put to an end through local chiefs’ efforts. Commissioner Arok made the statement in an interview with this outlet following[Read More…]
Juba mourns the death of Professor
By Jacob Onuha Nelson The University of Bahr el Ghazal mourned the passing on of Assistant Professor James Ohure Parisio. According to the information from the family, the 52-year-old lecturer has been battling oesophageal cancer. Juma Ochira Parisio, a relative, confirmed to the No. 1 Citizen Newspaper on Wednesday. “The[Read More…]
Association accuses VP’s aides of obstructions
By: Deng Athian The Aweil Student Association accused officials from the office of the Vice President for Economic Cluster of obstructions. According to the statement to the media, Aweil students from the public universities in South Sudan claimed that their desire to meet the VPs was played down since February.[Read More…]
Farmers realize good yield, appeal for tools
By James Innocent Farmers in Yei River County of Central Equatorial State have realized a good yield and called on the government to provide more tools. Speaking to the media, they said that food security has improved in the second farming season, an achievement toward hunger eradication. Lomoro John, a[Read More…]
CROSSFIRE: Civilians in pain
By Staff Writer As military confrontation between government forces and opposition groups continues in some parts of the country, civilians become victims of crossfire. This month, Yei River County of Central Equatoria State experienced a series of clashes between the South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF) and the Sudan People’s[Read More…]