By James Innocent Women leaders and community representatives in Yei River County, Central Equatoria State, have raised concerns over the heavy dowry charges. Several members condemned the use of young girls as sources of income through high bride price. The concerned came in during one marriage negotiations. Hellen Ciama, Chairlady[Read More…]

By James Innocent Young women who are widows in Yei River County of Central Equatoria state resorts into street business which can improve employment among themselves Before sunrise each morning, the smell of hot tea and freshly baked chapatti fills a small corner of Yei town. Behind the counter stands[Read More…]

By James Innocent Returnees arriving from Uganda to Yei River County are facing dire living conditions as the effects of ongoing insecurity continue to threaten livelihoods, according to local human rights activists. Goro Grace, a human rights defender working with Salt South Sudan in Yei, said the returnees are encountering[Read More…]

By James Innocent More than 2,300 children have received nutrition support in Yei River County, Central Equatoria State, between July and October 2025, according to the KONETA Hub Initiative. Program coordinator Woja Peter said the initiative targets at least 2,700 children through its ongoing nutrition program. The effort currently covers[Read More…]

By James Innocent The Commissioner of Yei River County, Emmanuel Taban Seme, has officially launched the Yei River County Youth Association (YRCYA) Strategic Action Plan for 2025–2027, an initiative supported by the International Organization for Migration (IOM). Speaking during the launch, Commissioner Taban commended the association for its commitment to[Read More…]

By James Innocent Women in Yei River County have appealed to men to end all forms of violence against women, citing that they have endured years of suffering caused by conflict, displacement, and social discrimination. The call came during a community training organized by Vision for Humanity, focusing on transitional[Read More…]

Story by James Innocent A 50-year-old man, Moses Banja David, died by suicide early Tuesday morning in Yei River County, shocking residents of Jigomoni and the wider community. According to his close relative, Moro Samuel, the family had brought Moses home the previous evening after he was released from police[Read More…]

By James Innocent The body of the late Executive Director of Lainya County, Mr. Clement Betwel Suma, was laid to rest on Monday afternoon at his ancestral home in Luparate Sub-Boma, Yei River County, Central Equatoria State. Mr. Suma died following a tragic motorcycle accident along the Yei–Lainya road earlier[Read More…]

By James Innocent The Executive Director of Lainya County, Betwel Suma, is in critical condition and on oxygen support three days after a serious road accident on the Yei–Lainya road, His severe injuries have prompted a joint effort by local authorities to secure an urgent medical transfer to Juba for[Read More…]

By James Innocent Local chiefs in Yei River County have warned that rising youth unemployment is pushing many young people into gang-related activities, urging the government of South Sudan to take swift action to address the growing concern. Micheal Juma Cosmas, a chief from Kondeko Boma, said many young people[Read More…]

By James Innocent The Relief and Rehabilitation Commission (RRC) in Yei River County has confirmed that more than 3,000 returnees have voluntarily returned to their hometown. The RRC stated that the data was collected between September and October. According to the officials despite challenges posed by poor road conditions and[Read More…]

By James Innocent Some local chiefs in Yei River County, Central Equatoria State, have raised concerns over serious mobility challenges. The chiefs expressed that due to the lack of transport means, it has always been hard for them to efficiently engage in their administrative work as well as ensure community[Read More…]

By James Innocent The Ugandan business community in Yei River County marked Uganda’s Independence Day with a colourful and peaceful celebration. However, during the Celebration, the neighboring Ugandans were joined by South Sudanese residents and local authorities in Yei Town. The event, held in honor of Uganda’s 62nd Independence Anniversary[Read More…]

By James Innocent Stakeholders have reaffirmed their commitment to protecting Lantoto National Park. The officials made the promised during a one-day conservation meeting organized by the Enjojo Foundation. Among those who attended the meeting were Yei River County Executives, parliamentarians, and conservation groups. The meeting, which brought together national, state,[Read More…]

 By Alan Clement Central Equatoria State Governor, Rabi Mujung Emmanuel, has called on opposition armed groups operating in Greater Yei to cease violence. The governor called on the holdout groups to pursue grassroots peace initiatives. According to the governor’s press unit, he made the appeal while speaking during a church[Read More…]

By Alan Clement Commissioners from South Sudan’s Greater Yei counties have recently joined their Ugandan counterparts in a regional dialogue aimed at tackling the challenges of urban expansion, refugee influx, and IDP settlement in border communities. The three-day forum, held in Arua District, brought together leaders from Lainya, Yei, and[Read More…]

By James Innocent Motorists in Yei River County of Central Equatoria State have been urged to cooperate with road ushers and adopt safer practices to reduce accidents and protect lives. Speaking to the media, some of the residents raised alarm that some motorists continue to ride in a careless manner.[Read More…]