By Victor Mangu A first ever mental health clinic has been inaugurated in Nzara County of Western Equatoria State. The Mental Health clinic, at St. Theresa Mission Hospital Nzara is church based and supported by Catholic Medical Mission Board (CMMB), while the government will give directive and support. The state[Read More…]
Western Equatoria State
Yambio teachers demand good pay to boost free education
By William Madouk Teachers in Yambio of Western Equatoria State are demanding higher pay from the government in exchange for quality education. Welcoming the presidential order announcing free education in the country, the teachers are concerned about the impact on quality education if government does not address their challenges. Head[Read More…]
Tambura MPs speak out on alleged violence
By William Madouk Lawmakers hailing from Balanda have bitterly dismissed an allegation that their community, alongside other armed groups had been fighting the Azande people. This comes after an April 26 and 28 reports by some MPs from Western Equatoria who alleged that Balanda community is supported by state authorities,[Read More…]
Governor Futuyo puts bias journalists on notice
By Alex Digi Western Equatoria State governor, Alfred Futuyo Karaba has called on journalists to uphold professional conduct by exercising ethical reporting and stop supporting parties. Futuyo’s call came at the backdrop of commemorating the 30th anniversary of the World Press Freedom Day, marked on 3rd May 3. Addressing a[Read More…]
WES: Chamber of Commerce calls for scrapping of roadblocks
By Alex Digi Western Equatoria State Chamber of Commerce has called on government to step up efforts to reduce numerous unnecessary roadblocks to allow smooth trade activities. The call came after a team from state Chamber of Commerce led by Chairperson Mr. Lucky Mbakadi traveled to eastern counties of the[Read More…]