By Philip Buda Ladu United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) has strongly condemned the escalating violence in Tambura County, Western Equatoria state. In a statement extended to No.1 Citizen Daily Newspaper, UNMISS said this month alone, 19 instances of intercommunal conflict have been reported, resulting in 13 deaths,[Read More…]
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Citizens urged to embrace agriculture for development
By James Innocent Otogo Payam, often referred to as the food basket of Yei, is renowned for its fertile land, particularly in the Cenema sub-boma, which borders the Democratic Republic of Congo. Historically, this area attracted many traders before South Sudan’s independence, making food commodities readily available in local markets.[Read More…]
NEC cautions parties on early campaigns, misuse of state resources
By Yiep Joseph National Election Commission in the recently drafted regulations on campaigns warned political parties against early campaigns and the misuse of state resources. During the engagement with the representative of the political parties, the chairperson of the National Election Commission, Prof. Abednego Akok, expressed that the regulation on[Read More…]
Gov’t, partners launch GBV behavioral change program
By William Madouk Central Equatoria State has launched integrated ethical, safe, and effective approach program to prevent gender-based violence (GBV) into youth economic initiatives. Under the state Ministry of Gender, Child, and Social Welfare, the program is supported by UN Development Program and Hope Africa South Sudan. The three-month[Read More…]
Unassigned personnel warn against carrying guns
By William Madouk South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF) has issued a strong warning against carrying firearms during Christmas and New Year Holidays. In a press briefing held yesterday, the army spokesperson , Maj-Gen Lul Ruai said that anyone not part of the deployed joint security forces found in[Read More…]
Lawmaker urges reforms
By Bosco Bush A lawmaker representing Cueibet County in Lakes State, MP Juol Nhomngek, is calling for reforms in parliament to enhance its capacity for checks and balances. This appeal was made just a day after members of parliament began a four-month recess. MP Nhomngek has been a strong advocate[Read More…]
Suspended Minister accuses Jonglei authority of unlawful detention
By Deng Ghai Deng Suspended Minister of Finance for Jonglei State, Abraham Riek Yuek, has accused state authorities of unlawfully detaining him after his suspension on Wednesday. Yuek, who was removed from his position as State Minister of Finance, Planning, and Investment by Jonglei State’s Governor Majoub Biel Turuk[Read More…]
SSOA disowns Hussien Abdelbagi
By Deng Athian South Sudan Opposition Alliance (SSOA), a signatory to the 2018 revitalized agreement on the resolution of conflict in South Sudan has withdrawn its confidence in Vice President Hussien Abdelbagi Akol. In a letter signed by the seven political parties that form SSOA, Vice President Hussien Abdelbagi no[Read More…]
Gov’t, partners intensify cholera response as cases surge
By Yiep Joseph As cholera cases surged to 1,076 with eight recorded deaths in Upper Nile state, the Ministry of Health and its partners have intensified their response to rescue lives. In an effort to enforce effective response and protect the civil population, National Minister of Health, Yolanda Awel[Read More…]
UAP lawyer drops appeal, presents new evidence
By William Madouk UAP Insurance Company’s defense advocate has opted to proceed with the ongoing court hearing, rather than pursuing an appeal. Instead, the defense lawyer has presented new evidence, claiming to have made cash payments to dismissed national staff as part of a settlement. On December 17th, presiding[Read More…]
SPLM urges commission to release election calendar
By Yiep Joseph Secretary-general (SG) of Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM), Peter Lam Both, has called on the National Election Commission (NEC) to release calendar for the 2026 national election. The secretary general raised concerns during a one-day workshop for political parties on election regulations on Wednesday. The workshop brought[Read More…]
Jonglei Governor suspends finance minister
By Deng Ghai Deng Jonglei State Governor Mahjoub Biel has officially suspended Minister of Finance, Planning, and Investment Abraham Riek Yuek after he lost a vote of no confidence in August 2022. Yuek’s impeachment stemmed from a failure to adequately address concerns regarding the delayed passage of the state budget[Read More…]
Fallen tree trunk rises after 9 years
By Jino Wilson Budi County of Eastern Equatoria State is in shock to witness a dry tree that had fallen nine years ago, mysteriously standing back to its original position. Located in a farmland at Malala Valley, Hadumakuc Boma, Central Payam, uplands of Budi, the tree had fallen and dried[Read More…]
Church urges concerted efforts to achieve peace
By Bosco Bush In pursuit of lasting peace and stability across the country, the South Sudan Council of Churches (SSCC) has emphasized the need for concerted efforts to achieve sustainable peace without delay. The church recognizes that in 2024, the country faced significant challenges, including economic hardships, hunger, displacement,[Read More…]
Security beefed ahead of festivities
By Bosco Bush South Sudan National Police Service (SSNPS) has announced plans to strengthen security in Juba during Christmas and New Year celebrations. Approximately 3,000 police personnel are to deployed is to combat criminal activities and ensure a safe environment for the community. In a statement released yesterday, Police[Read More…]
Rights violation persists in South Sudan-UN report
By Philip Buda Ladu Arbitrary arrests and ensuing detention of civilians remain a serious human rights concern in South Sudan, a joint report by the UN Human Rights Office and the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) stated. The report documented 1,140 civilian arrests between January and May 2024,[Read More…]
Parliament takes recess empty handed
By William Madouk Speaker of Transitional National Legislative Assembly, Rt. Hon. Jemma Nunu Kumba has sent lawmakers off for a four-month recess. Since the second session began in April 2024, legislators have not taken a break, focusing on key bills related to the peace agreement, as requested by President[Read More…]
Ruweng receives essential drug supplies
By Deng Ghai Deng Ruweng Administrative Area (RAA) authority has confirmed arrival of essential drug supplies from national Ministry of Health, supported by UNICEF, after the area was without crucial medications for five months. “The UNICEF and the Government of South Sudan have supplied us with all types of[Read More…]
UN presses Jonglei, Pibor leaders to quell tension
By Kei Emmanuel Duku United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) has urged Jonglei and the Greater Pibor Administrative Area (GPAA) authorities to redouble their efforts to reduce tensions among youth from both sides. This call comes amid reports of attempted cattle raids in Gumuruk and persistent rumors of youth[Read More…]
Inter-state dialogue underway in Lakes State
By Yang Ater Yang Four-day interstate dialogue between the Lauc-jang community of Warrap State and the Pakam community of Rumbek North County in Lakes State began on Monday. Organized by Peace Canal, the dialogue aims to address ongoing conflicts and issues affecting the bordering counties of Rumbek North, Cueibet, and[Read More…]