By Bosco Bush The Ministry of Interior has been directed to revoke a controversial Order issued by the Director-General of Traffic Police, shortening Driving License validity from five years to one year for nationals and six months for foreigners. The decision was reached after a meeting between First Deputy Speaker[Read More…]
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Oil flow resumes today
By Yiep Joseph Ministry of Petroleum (MOP) announced the resumption of oil production in Blocks 3 and 7 after Sudan lifted the force Majeure. “The Ministry of Petroleum and Partners would like to declare that the kick-off date for DPOC resumption is as early as tomorrow(today). This is basically to[Read More…]
I am not responsible for alleged “rats”-Minister Puot
By Yiep Joseph South Sudan Minister of Petroleum, Puot Kang Chol, has distanced docket from the alleged “rat” benefiting from the country’s oil resources. In year, during a deliberation, Hon. Achuil Lual stunned the August House by claiming that “a rat” (person) benefits from the country’s the oil money.[Read More…]
Yakani renews call to establish Truth and Reconciliation Commission
By Yiep Joseph Executive Director of Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO), Edmund Yakani, has renewed his call upon President Salva Kiir to establish a Truth and Reconciliation Commission. Once established, the commission will document crimes, promote reconciliation, and recommend reparations for victims. He stressed that the establishment of the[Read More…]
Explosion kills 12-year-old boy
By Deng Athian A 12-year-old boy lost his life while another 8-year-old boy sustained serious injuries due to a hand grenade explosion in the community of Kootic village in Northern Bahr El Ghazal State. The unfortunate event occurred last Sunday in Aweil North County, raising concerns about the dangers posed[Read More…]
Communal Violence remains threat in South Sudan-UN
By Kei Emmanuel Duku United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) has identified communal violence as the primary driver of conflict, resulting in the deaths of numerous civilians across major states in the country. According to the UNMISS Human Rights Division, between July and September 2024, 299 people were[Read More…]
Tribute to 1992 Juba Massacre Victims
By Dogga Luwo In remembrance of victims and survivors of tragic 1992 Juba Massacre, a heartbreaking documentary has been premiered. Show cast on December 23, 2024, at women’s union office, the documentary aims at raising awareness and share harrowing experiences of survivors as well as witnesses. The film by[Read More…]
Activist urges upgrading of Juba International Airport
By Bosco Bush A civil society activist is urging the government to modify and upgrade Juba International Airport (JIA) to meet international safety standards. Mr. Ter Manyang Gatwech expressed concerns that the current condition of Juba International Airport does not align with international standards, potentially putting the country at[Read More…]
Rumbek communities agree to resolve conflicts peacefully
By Yang Ater Yang A peace dialogue in Lakes State has ended with the adoption of 24 resolutions aimed at ending violence, revenge killings, road ambushes, and elopements. More than 100 participants, including chiefs, women, cattle keepers, youth, and intellectuals, gathered for the two-day dialogue organized by the Peace[Read More…]
Jonglei Secretary General resigns
By Yiep Joseph Secretary-General (SG) of the Jonglei state government Gatwech Koak Nyuon, has resigned and relocated to neighboring Ethiopia. In his resignation letter, dated January 3, 2025, and addressed to Jonglei Governor Mahjoub Biel Turuk, Nyuon cited personal reasons for his departure. However, he did not elaborate on[Read More…]
Civil Society voices concerns over unfair border treatment in EAC
By Yiep Joseph President of East African Civil Society Organizations Forum, Edmund Yakani has expressed concerns regarding the “unfair” treatment of travelers at border crossings. Yakani, who is also Executive Director of the Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO) claims that individuals face discrimination and unjust treatment at the immigration[Read More…]
Drivers express discontent over reduced license validity
By William Madouk The directorate of traffic police has week issued new directives, shortening the duration of driving licenses from five years to one year for nationals, and from one year to six months for foreign drivers. This change was outlined in a circular dated January 4, 2025, written by[Read More…]
Dr. Machar receives report endorsing Abyei referendum
By Dogga Morris and Bosco Bush Long-standing dispute over the status of Abyei Administrative Area has taken a new turn, with the administrative assembly endorsing the 2013 referendum, a step that may be contrary to the 2004 Abyei Protocol. On Friday, a delegation from Abyei Administrative Area, led by[Read More…]
Oil flow to resume as Sudan lifts Force Majeure
By Kei Emmanuel Duku Sudan has announced lifting a force majeure declared on South Sudan oil extraction last year, expecting oil production and export to resume. Sudan’s Minister of Energy and Petroleum, Dr. Mohieddin Naaiem Mohamed Saied stated in a letter addressed to South Sudan’s Minister of Petroleum, Pout[Read More…]
South Sudan Football Association suspends sports bloggers
By Kei Emmanuel Duku South Sudan Football Association has suspended “Sports Hunter-South Sudan” an online sports platform, from attending any sports activities organized by the association. Spokesperson, Albino Kuek announced this directive following a meeting held between Sports Hunter’s Staff and SSFA Spokesperson. The Sports Hunter had ran a[Read More…]
Soldier detained over rape
By Hou Akot Hou An SSPDF soldier is currently being detained in Majok-Yithiou, a town on South Sudan-Sudan border, on allegation of raping a 13-year-old girl. The incident on 26rh December, last year, occurred while the girl’s parents were away from their residence. Mr. George Garang Bak, the Mayor[Read More…]
Madhol Field Hospital ready, awaits handover
By Hou Akot Hou Installation of Madhol Field Hospital in Aweil East County, Northern Bahr el Ghazal State has been completed. The Governor of Northern Bahr el Ghazal State, H.E. Simon Ober Mawut, toured the state-of-the-art facility on Thursday to inspect its progress. Joined by a delegation that included[Read More…]
King Charles names new ambassador to South Sudan
By William Madouk King Charles III of the United Kingdom has appointed Mr. David Ashley as the new ambassador to South Sudan replacing his Majesty Mr. Guy Warrington. In a statement, the Foreign Common Wealth & Development Office (FCDO) said that Ambassador Ashley will replace Mr. Warrington who took up[Read More…]
Yakani calls for discipline at Tumaini talks
By Kei Emmanuel Duku Executive Director of the Community Empowerment for Progress Organization, Edmund Yakani, has urged delegates to exhibit a spirit of peace and compromise ahead of the resumption of the second phase of the Tumaini Peace Talks scheduled for next week in Kenya. Yakani’s statement follows a[Read More…]
Activist urges gov’t to prioritize security arrangements
By Yiep Joseph A civil society activist is urging the government to prioritize stability in the country to facilitate agriculture and development. Since the peace agreement was signed in 2018, South Sudan has continued to face challenges from various armed groups, as well as armed youth in rural areas. Despite[Read More…]