By Alan Clement The European Union and the International Organization for Migration (IOM) have launched a new initiative to help displaced communities in South Sudan rebuild safely and with dignity, focusing on climate‑hit Rubkona County and recovery‑driven Yei River County. According to a statement from EU South Sudan, the programme,[Read More…]
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CES Security Team Recovers Over 53 Stolen Cattle in Yei
By James Innocent Authorities in Central Equatoria State said more than 53 head of cattle reported stolen in Goja Boma, Yei River County, have been recovered following a security operation. State officials said the operation was carried out by the Central Equatoria security team in coordination with local authorities in[Read More…]
Two Soldiers Killed as Authorities Respond to Cattle Raids in Yei River County
By James innocent Authorities in Yei River County have confirmed ongoing security operations following reported cattle raids and violent incidents in several parts of the county over the past five days. In a press statement issued on Sunday, the Office of the Commissioner said the county had received reports of[Read More…]
New Vocational Institute Launched in Yei to Tackle Youth Unemployment
By James Innocent A newly established vocational institute in Yei River County has been officially launched with the aim of equipping young people with practical skills to address rising unemployment in the area. Speaking during the inauguration ceremony, Ludoru Moses one of the founders of Yei Training Institute said the[Read More…]
Food commodity Prices Drop by 20 Percent in Yei
By James Innocent Residents of Yei River County in Central Equatoria State say food commodity prices have declined by an estimated 20 percent compared to last year, offering relief to households that struggled with soaring costs in 2025. According to local traders and consumers, the price of cereals has fallen[Read More…]
Yei Citizens Urge Government to Prioritize Free and Fair Elections
By James Innocent Civil society representatives and community members in Yei River County have called on the Government of South Sudan to prioritize the conduct of free, fair, and inclusive elections, in line with the country’s legal and constitutional framework. The appeal was made during a two-day civic engagement training[Read More…]
Commissioner Hands Over Vehicle to County Peace Committee
By James Innocent The Commissioner of Morobo County, Charles Data Bullen, on Thursday officially handed over a Nissan Patrol vehicle was donated by the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS). According to the commissioner, the car will support the operations of the County Peace Committee established in September 2025.[Read More…]
Poor road obstructs farmers from Marketing products-commissioner
By James Innocent Authorities in Yei River County say deteriorating road conditions and ongoing insecurity have disrupted commerce, contributed to market shortages, and slowed development in the region. Yei River County Commissioner Emmanuel Taban Seme said poor roads and persistent security threats against local communities have hindered the transportation and[Read More…]
Traders Decry Growing Roadblocks on Kaya-Yei-Juba Highway
By James Innocent Traders in Yei River County, Central Equatoria State, have raised concerns over the increasing number of roadblocks along the Kaya-Yei-Juba Road, saying the situation is negatively affecting business operations and driving up the prices of goods. The Chairperson of the Yei Chamber of Commerce, Luwate Justin, said[Read More…]
Authorities condemn Abduction of Humanitarian Workers in Yei River County
By Jacob Onuha Nelson The Commissioner of Yei River County, Emmanuel Taban Seme, has issued a strong condemnation following the targeted abduction of humanitarian workers within Central Equatoria State. In an official statement released on February 10, 2026, Commissioner Taban emphasized that these criminal acts directly threaten civilian safety and[Read More…]
Lainya Communities Urged to Return Home and Support Development
By James Innocent The Commissioner of Lainya County in Central Equatoria State has called on residents of the county living in Juba, Yei, Uganda, and other parts of the region to return home and actively participate in local development efforts. Speaking to the media, Commissioner Robert Lasu said the security[Read More…]
Catholic Diocese of Yei Marks 50 Years of St. Bakhita Devotion
By James Innocent The Catholic Diocese of Yei has marked the 50th anniversary of devotion to St. Josephine Bakhita, with church leaders calling on the faithful to deepen their commitment to faith, forgiveness, and moral integrity. Speaking during the celebration at St. Bakhita Chapel, the Parish Priest and Vicar General[Read More…]
Police Reports Decline in Crime Rates in Yei River County
By James Innocent Police authorities in Yei River County, Central Equatoria State, say crime levels in the area have declined since the beginning of January, despite ongoing economic hardship facing the population. The Inspector of Police for Yei River County, Ali Abdallah Tiff, told journalists that the police have recorded[Read More…]
NBGs donates vehicle to Youth association
By Hou Akot Hou Northern bahr el Ghazal state (NBGs) youth union has officially received on Monday a vehicle from the office of the Governor. In a letter of appreciation letter seen by this outlet, the youth union expressed their gratitude for the receipt of the donated vehicle. The handover[Read More…]
Morobo County Hosts Fifth Annual Cultural Gala to Promote Peaceful Coexistence
By James Innocent Morobo County authorities, in partnership with the ACROSS organization, on Saturday held the county’s fifth annual cultural gala aimed at promoting peaceful coexistence and preserving cultural heritage. The event, organized under the theme “Cultural Participation for Peaceful Coexistence,” brought together residents from across Morobo County and featured[Read More…]
Unemployment Fuels Youth Challenges in Yei River County-Frank
By James Innocent You leader in Yei River County in Central Equatoria state Gaga Frank Osman said youth unemployment remain so challenging in the area. Unemployment among young people in Yei River County, Central Equatoria State and South Sudan at large is increasingly being cited as a major social challenge.[Read More…]
Commissioner Orders Immediate Investigation into the killing of businessman
By James Innocent Morobo County authorities have launched an investigation into the killing of a local businessman, Simon Bidali, popularly known as Bangutu. The businessman was attacked by an unidentified armed assailant on Tuesday. In response to the incident, the Commissioner of Morobo County, Charles Data Bullen, directed all organized[Read More…]
Wuluturu Bridge Construction in Yei Stalls Amid Economic Constraints
By Staff Writer A concerned resident, Yeka Joel, has appealed to development partners and well-wishers to support the rehabilitation of the bridge, warning that the project requires substantial funding and remains at the foundation stage despite the onset of the rainy season expected in March 2026. “The bridge is still[Read More…]
National Trade Minister Inspects Cigarette Factory in Yei
By James Innocent The National Minister of Trade and Industry, Atong Kuol Manyang, on Tuesday visited Yei River County as part of an official inspection of the Carnak cigarette factory. The Minister was accompanied by the Central Equatoria State Minister of Trade and Industry, county authorities. The visit aimed to[Read More…]
Dog bites result to two death cases in Yei
By James Innocent Two people have died following an attack by a suspected rabid dog in Ombasi Boma, Yei River County, local authorities and family members confirmed. The victims were identified as a 30-year-old woman, Una Charity, and her father-in-law. According to the woman’s husband, Moses Andu, who works with[Read More…]
