Month: September 2024

The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) and the Federation of African Journalists (FAJ) are lauding the groundbreaking declaration made by the Peace and Security Council (PSC) of the African Union on 2nd September 2024, which prioritizes the protection of African journalists for the first time. During a momentous meeting chaired by Ambassador Churchill Ewumbue-Monono, the […]

The civil society network in Jonglei state has witnessed a positive reconciliation between its leader and the state authorities, including the national security services. This milestone achievement follows the facilitation efforts by the Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO) in promoting open civic and political space in Jongeli state. The engagement revolved around implementing the […]

By Jackson Gaaniko Mathew In a recent development, chiefs representing the Greater Amadi community in Juba have made a resonant plea to Hon. Daniel Rimbasa, the newly appointed Deputy Governor of Western Equatoria State (WES), advocating for equitable representation in both the state and national governments. During a gathering held on Thursday, the chiefs extended […]

In a bid to foster peaceful co-existence and empower women and youth in South Sudan, the Women Advancement Organization partnered with Norwegian People Aid to organize a one-day cultural festival. The event, held under the theme “Cultural Festival: Promoting Our Arts for Peaceful People,” aimed at promoting awareness and supporting survivors of gender-based violence (GBV) […]

The Governor of Central Equatoria State, H.E. Gen. Augustino Jadalla Kamilo Wani, took center stage before the Council of States at the National Legislature on Wednesday, responding to queries regarding the encroachment of Ugandan forces into parts of South Sudan. Governor Jadalla highlighted the longstanding cultural and belief-based ties between the communities of Kajo-Keji County […]

The Vice President for Gender and Youth Cluster, Rebecca Nyandeng, expressed her warm welcome to the commencement of school meal programs initiated by World Vision and the World Food Programme (WFP) in primary schools, marking a significant step towards enhancing primary education in South Sudan. The launch took place at Dr. John Garang Primary School […]