By Lodu William Odiya Western Equatoria State Governor Daniel Badagbu Rimbasa has urged traders and residents to stop transporting large amounts of cash to Juba by plane, saying the practice reduces the amount of money circulating within the state’s economy. In a statement released by the governor’s press unit on[Read More…]
Western Equatoria State
WES government urges return of cattle raided between Mundri, and Mundari Communities
By Lodu William Odiya The Western Equatoria State Government has urged communities in Greater Mundri and the Mundari community in Central Equatoria State to return cattle reportedly taken during recent raids. In a statement that was released by the WES press unit on Friday, Western Equatoria State Governor Daniel Badagbu[Read More…]
Western Eastern State deploys police to secure Yambio markets
By Louis Loku Western Equatoria State Governor Daniel Badagbu Rimbasa has directed the deployment of additional police officers to Yambio, Masia, and Pozuo open markets to strengthen security and protect shops, traders, and the wider business community. The governor issued the directive after visiting the markets on Tuesday, accompanied by[Read More…]
Western Equatoria moves to restore traditional funeral practices
By Ijoo Bosco Traditional funeral practices are set to be restored across Western Equatoria State following an agreement bringing together the Azande Kingdom, government authorities, and religious institutions. The agreement seeks to preserve cultural values and restore dignity to mourning and burial ceremonies by discouraging the use of DJs, loud[Read More…]
WES governor warns against SPLM-IO mobilization against peace
By Sabri Dibaco Western Equatoria State (WES) Governor Daniel Badagbu Rimbasa has warned political and armed groups against activities that could undermine peace in Tambura and Nagero counties as South Sudan prepares for the 2026 elections. The governor said authorities had restored calm in parts of Tambura but acknowledged that[Read More…]
WES governor condemns Mundri road killings
By Sabri Dibaco Western Equatoria State Governor, Daniel Badagbu Rimbasa, has condemned the killing of two women and other civilians in a road ambush along the Juba–Mundri road in Mundri East County. In a statement issued on Saturday, Governor Badagbu expressed concern over the attack, which he said was carried[Read More…]
Western Equatoria State legislative assembly reopens, commends governor’s leadership
By Sabri Dibaco The Speaker of the Transitional Western Equatoria State Legislative Assembly has praised Governor Badagbu Daniel Rimbasa for his leadership, commitment to security, and continued support for the state legislature during the official reopening of the August House. Addressing the Governor during the reopening ceremony, the Speaker, Anna[Read More…]
SPLM-IO to intensify political mobilisation in WES through membership registration
By Sabri Dibaco The Deputy Governor of Western Equatoria State, Justin Joseph Marona, has announced that the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement-in-Opposition (SPLM-IO) will immediately begin party membership registration across the state’s ten counties after receiving official registration forms from the party’s General Secretariat in Juba. The registration forms were handed[Read More…]
Presidential Affairs Minister donates 2 vehicles to Western Equatoria government
By Louis Loku Minister of Presidential Affairs, Africano Mande Gedima, handed over two Toyota Land Cruiser vehicles to the government of Western Equatoria State in a move aimed at strengthening government operations and improving public service delivery. The vehicles were officially received by Governor Badagbu Daniel Rimbasa during a handover[Read More…]
WES Governor directs commissioners to prioritise security ahead of elections
By Louis Loku Western Equatoria State Governor Daniel Badagbu Rimbasa has directed county commissioners across the state to prioritise security, promote dialogue, and support preparations for South Sudan’s upcoming general elections. The directive was issued during a strategic meeting with commissioners from the state’s 10 counties, where Governor Rimbasa instructed[Read More…]
Deputy Governor urges security forces to protect civilians
By Sabri Dibaco The Deputy Governor of Western Equatoria State, Justin Joseph Marona, has called on all organised forces in the state to uphold their constitutional mandate by protecting civilians and their property, warning security personnel against committing violence against the people they are sworn to serve. Speaking on Monday[Read More…]
Integration of over 1,000 former SPLA-IO defectors begins in Western Equatoria State
By Sabri Dibaco The 1,280 former SPLA-IO defectors began preparation for their integration into the SSPDF, as announced by the governor of Western Equatoria State. Governor Daniel Badagbu describes the move as an important step toward consolidating peace and security in the state and South Sudan at large. Badagbu announced[Read More…]
WES governor urges holdout armed groups to return home
By Louis Loku Western Equatoria State Governor Badagbu Daniel Rimbasa has appealed to holdout armed groups, including forces loyal to Futuyo, to abandon armed struggle, return home, and embrace peace, dialogue, and reconciliation. Speaking during celebrations marking South Sudan’s 15th Independence Anniversary in Yambio on Wednesday, Governor Badagbu said the[Read More…]
WES government to integrate SPLM-IO forces, and recruit 1,200 police officers
By Lodu William Odiya The Governor of Western Equatoria State, Badagbu Daniel Rimbasa, has announced plans to integrate former SPLM-IO forces who defected in 2025 into the national organised forces, describing the move as a major step toward strengthening peace and implementing security arrangements in the state. According to a[Read More…]
Azande Women Welfare endorses empowerment programs for women and girls
By Sabri Dibaco Members of the Azande Women Welfare Organisation have endorsed a series of programs aimed at strengthening women’s economic empowerment, leadership, and community engagement during the organisation’s Annual General Assembly. The resolutions, adopted at the general assembly meeting, include vocational skills training for women, the organisation of a[Read More…]
Over 5,000 beneficiaries receive assistance as Western Equatoria pursues jobs
By Sabri Dibaco The governor of Western Equatoria State says the government is shifting its focus from restoring peace to rebuilding livelihoods. This initiative will be achieved through humanitarian assistance, youth empowerment, job creation, and economic recovery following months of improved security across the state. Speaking to the media upon[Read More…]
Bishop Hiiboro expands digital education through new E-Learning initiative
By Sabri Dibaco The Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Tambura-Yambio, Eduardo Hiiboro Kussala, has officially launched an e-learning program at St. John Paul Institute of Philosophy in Yabongo. This marked a significant step toward strengthening academic excellence and advancing digital education within Catholic higher learning institutions in Western Equatoria[Read More…]
Inter-area football tournament to kickstart in Yambio
By Sabri Dibaco Organisers of the upcoming Yambio Inter-Area Football Tournament have defended their decision to stage the competition at the renovated Gbudue National Stadium and introduce entrance fees, saying the move is aimed at improving security, supporting local football development, and ensuring the tournament’s long-term sustainability. In an interview[Read More…]
New police chief to arrive in Western Equatoria State
By Sabri Dibaco The Police Commissioner of Western Equatoria State (WES), Samuel Tet, has been transferred to Bentiu in Unity State as part of a routine redeployment within the South Sudan National Police Service. The press unit of the deputy governor of WES confirmed to No. 1 Citizen newspaper that[Read More…]
Azande Youth conference declared annual event as Yambio to host
By Sabri Dibaco The Azande Globe Conference concluded on a high note with participants reaffirming their commitment to youth empowerment, cultural preservation, innovation, and community development under the theme, “Together We Create, Connect, and Inspire.” The conference brought together Azande youth, leaders, professionals, government officials, Azande elders, and community members[Read More…]