In a bold move to safeguard public health and ensure consumer safety, the Eastern Equatoria State Government, through the Ministry of Trade and Investment and the National Bureau of Standards, recently conducted a joint operation to dispose of expired goods from markets in Torit, Magwi, and Nimule towns. Governor Louis Lobong Lojore of Eastern Equatoria […]
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 Commissioner of Yei River County spearheaded a crucial two-hour meeting with various International Non-Governmental Organization Partners currently operational within Yei River County. The primary objective of the meeting was to gain insight into the challenges faced by these partners while carrying out their vital operations across the five Payams of Yei. Distinguished officials from […]
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 […]
By Denilson Denike In a bid to address the rising concerns surrounding cyber threats and scams in South Sudan’s digital landscape, SafetyComm in collaboration with 211Check Fact-Checking Verification has issued a joint advisory alerting the public about the dangers lurking on social media platforms. The increasing usage of social media platforms in South Sudan has […]
By Majur Chol Khor In a strong statement issued by Edmund Yakani, the Executive Director of Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO), concerns were raised over the reported restriction of movement affecting the Right Honorable First Deputy Speaker of the National Legislative Assembly. The incident has sparked controversy and garnered attention as conflicting evidence regarding […]
By Jackson Gaaniko Mathew Sudanese refugees fleeing the ongoing conflict have appealed to the South Sudanese government and international partners for critical assistance in education, healthcare, and telecommunications. Now residing in Makpandu Camp, Bangasu Payam, Yambio, Western Equatoria State, the refugees expressed their appreciation for the current humanitarian aid but highlighted ongoing challenges, especially in […]
On Wednesday, the body of the late Rev. Fr. Charles Vigilio Modi Tombe, a Catholic priest of the Tambura-Yambio Diocese, was laid to rest at St. Bakhita Parish in Yambio, Western Equatoria State. Fr. Tombe passed away on Monday evening at 7 PM at St. Tereza Hospital in Nzara. The burial was attended by hundreds […]
By Majur Chol Khor In an emergency briefing held yesterday, Lul Ruai Koang, the spokesperson for the South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF), provided chilling details of a deliberate ambush on a bus travelling along the Juba-Nimule Road. The attack, which took place Tuesday morning, resulted in one fatality and left eight individuals injured. Koang […]