By James Innocent The Commissioner of Yei River County, Samuel Henry Malimbo, has called on Christians at St. Mark Parish to strengthen unity, cooperation, and community development. He said that the church has an important role to play in bringing people together. Speaking during Sunday Mass at the parish on[Read More…]
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Yei education officials urge partners to prioritise qualified local youth
By James Innocent Education officials and local authorities in Yei River County have called on development partners to prioritise qualified residents when recruiting staff and volunteers. The officials said that local involvement could strengthen community ownership and accountability. The Director General for Education in Central Equatoria State, Ustas Emmanuel Moga[Read More…]
Bentiu IDP camp gets temporary court as effort to tackle crime intensifies
By Sabri Dibaco A temporary court has opened inside the Bentiu internally displaced persons’ camp as authorities move to improve access to justice and strengthen efforts to tackle crime and violence affecting displaced communities. The court, which began operations on September 7 and will run until September 26, is supported[Read More…]
Government urges media institutions to strengthen early warning dissemination
By Sabri Dibaco The Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management has called on journalists and media practitioners to strengthen the dissemination of early warning information, saying timely and accurate communication can help communities prepare for hazards before they develop into disasters. The call was made during the opening of[Read More…]
Dr. Machar trial adjourned after court lacks full judicial panel
By Yiep Joseph Proceedings in the trial of Dr. Riek Machar and seven other SPLM/A-IO detainees were adjourned due to the lack of a full judicial panel. Yesterday, the special court was unable to proceed, as one of the judges was absent due to health issues. The 114th session of[Read More…]
Former Detainees Whip at the TNLA urge youth to reject political incitement
By Lodu William Odiya The SPLM Former Detainees (FDs) have called on South Sudanese youth to reject political leaders who promote incitement and confrontation, warning that mobilising young people into street protests or violence could further undermine the country’s fragile peace. Isaiah Hakim Garang, who is the SPLM (FDs) whip[Read More…]
South Sudan, Uganda sign MoU on cross-border health security
By Lodu William Odiya The Ministries of Health of South Sudan and Uganda have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen cross-border collaboration on health security and improve the protection of communities in the two neighboring countries. The agreement is aimed at enhancing cooperation in disease surveillance, preparedness, and[Read More…]
Former Detainees condemn Nyandeng remarks at Kosti Manibe’s funeral
By Sabri Dibaco The Former Political Detainees (FDs) have rejected Vice President Rebecca Nyandeng’s remarks, warning against political incitement and violence. The FDs said Nyandeng’s comments do not represent the group’s official position. Nyandeng, a senior member of the Former Political Detainees, made the remarks during Kosti Manibe’s funeral. Speaking[Read More…]
OPINION: Shame the devil and honour God
Writer: Ayuel Mangok Angui It is good to reject the devil and accept God. We are children of God who are created according to God’s own image and gifted with natural intelligence, which helps us to judge and choose between good and evil. The clever people do not praise the[Read More…]
EDITORIAL:Peace parties should strengthen inclusive dialogue for smooth elections
As South Sudan continues its journey toward lasting peace and democratic governance, the responsibility of ensuring credible and peaceful elections rests heavily on the country’s peace parties. The implementation of the Revitalised Peace Agreement has achieved notable milestones, but significant political, security, and institutional challenges remain. Addressing these issues requires[Read More…]
NATION TALK: It is time to put political speaking aside and respond to drought
South Sudan cannot afford to spend another season talking endlessly about political disagreements while farmers face a more immediate and devastating threat: drought. Across parts of the country, including Central, Eastern, and Western Equatoria, farmers have reported prolonged dry spells and poor rainfall. Similar concerns have emerged in parts of[Read More…]
Council of States warns against illegal creation of payams
By Yiep Joseph The Council of States has warned that counties and payams created without following the law cannot be legally recognised as administrative units. This came amid growing complaints over the creation of new local government structures in parts of the country. Richard Amonya, a representative of the Council[Read More…]
Governor Adil orders mandatory Saturday clean-up in Juba
By Louis Loku Central Equatoria State Governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony has declared every Saturday a mandatory public cleaning day in Juba, directing residents, businesses, and institutions to clean their surroundings between 7 a.m. and 9 a.m. Under the directive, all shops, businesses, and other commercial activities are expected to remain[Read More…]
WES governor, CDF discuss forces integration process
By Innocent Bidal Emmanuel Western Equatoria State Governor Daniel Badagbu Rimbasa has met Chief of Defence Forces General Santino Deng Wol in Juba to discuss the ongoing integration of forces and security concerns in Western Equatoria State. Governor Badagbu said the meeting focused on appreciating the CDF for expediting the[Read More…]
Fire breaks out at Ngauro market as authorities assess damage
By Ijoo Bosco A fire reportedly broke out at a market in Ngauro Town Administrative Area early Thursday morning, raising concerns among residents and traders over potential damage to property and businesses. Pictures shared with Singaita FM appear to show flames and thick smoke at the market, although the full[Read More…]
Cabinet approves plan to bring 20,000 vulnerable South Sudanese from Egypt home
By Lodu William Odiya The Council of Ministers has approved an emergency plan for the repatriation and sustainable reintegration of vulnerable South Sudanese nationals stranded in the Arab Republic of Egypt, with the intervention prioritising 20,000 of the most vulnerable individuals. In a statement by the presidential press unit, the[Read More…]
POLITICS: SPLM in Yei hosts dinner with the aim to strengthening party unity
By James Innocent SPLM political clubs in Yei River County have held a one-day joint dinner aimed at strengthening party unity and encouraging membership registration. The event, organised under the theme “SPLM Political Club Joint Dinner and Membership Registration Re-Enforcement Programme,” brought together more than 300 party members from the Jamia/Lomuku II[Read More…]
Local organisation distributes sanitary kits to schoolgirls in NBGs
By Hou Akot Hou A locally formed organisation based in Northern Bahr El Ghazal State is currently distributing sanitary kits to schoolgirls to help retain them in school as they pursue their studies. In an interview with this publication over the weekend, Aken Ngor Tong, the sponsor of the initiative[Read More…]
OPINION: A call for a dignified return and reintegration of our people
Writer: Mogga Charles Guya The government’s repatriation of approximately 20,000 South Sudanese from Egypt is an important step toward restoring hope, dignity, and a sense of belonging to our fellow citizens who have lived away from home. However, repatriation must go beyond bringing our people across the border. We must[Read More…]
EDITORIAL: Government should prioritise agriculture and provide support to farmers
Agriculture is the backbone of South Sudan’s economy and the primary source of livelihood for the majority of its citizens. Despite the country’s vast fertile land, abundant water resources, and favorable climate, many farmers continue to struggle with low productivity, limited access to markets, and inadequate farming equipment. It is[Read More…]