The Commissioner of Kajo-Keji County, David Lisi Christopher, and the Resident District Commissioner (RDC) of Moyo district have successfully resolved border tensions at Abaya village of Kangapo 2 Payam. The meeting aimed to find lasting solutions to the conflict affecting both communities. Both leaders emphasized the importance of peaceful coexistence between Moyo and Kajo-Keji, acknowledging […]
The Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO) has issued a vehement statement denouncing the recent abduction of two dedicated civil society activists in Yei River County, Central Equatoria State. John Kenyi Santino, the Monitoring and Evaluation Officer for Rural Women for Development, and his colleague, Mandela Stephen, an Extension Worker for the same organization, were […]
President Salva Kiir of South Sudan and his Chinese counterpart, President Xi Jinping, came together on Friday following the conclusion of the 2024 Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC). The two leaders jointly announced the elevation of bilateral relations to a strategic partnership. During the summit, Xi emphasized that fostering substantive and dynamic […]
By Jackson Gaaniko The youths from Nzara County took to social media to appeal for immediate assistance for flood victims in Western Equatoria State, South Sudan. Recent heavy rainfall has caused the Yubu and Nzara Rivers to overflow, leading to widespread flooding in the area. The natural vulnerability of the land has worsened the situation, […]
The South Sudan Civil Society Alliance is filled with joy and gratitude as everyone witness the release of Molana Kalisto Lado, the former mayor of Juba City, from detention. This significant development reflects a step towards justice and upholding the rights of all citizens. In a press statement, Mr. Debak Mabior Arok, the Chairperson of […]
In a heartening turn of events, the call for justice and hope has been answered as Callisto Lado, the former mayor of Juba City, has been granted his freedom to be reunited with his family. This positive development comes after fervent advocacy efforts and appeals for the well-being of Callisto Lado. Expressing gratitude towards the […]
By Jackson Gaaniko Yambio – Joyous occasion unfolded in Yambio as hundreds of youths hailing from various Payams and Bomas within Yambio County were honored for completing vocational training and receiving certificates. At the graduation ceremony, Mr. David Simbi, the Minister of Culture, Youths, and Sports for Western Equatoria State, graced the event as the […]
By William Maduok A lawmaker in the national parliament expressed concern over the delay in issuing travel documents. Legislator Ahmed Mohammed Musa, who represents Western Bahr el Ghazal, stated that individuals who are ill and students on scholarships are unable to travel due to the current inactivity of the Immigration department. “Now, not only is […]
By Jackson Gaaniko On Tuesday, in Yambio, the Governor of Western Equatoria State, H.E. Gen. Alfred Futuyo Karaba issued State Order 21/2024, dated 1 September 2024, declaring a conducive environment for civic and political space in Western Equatoria State. This decision follows a two-day workshop on civic and political space organized by UNMISS. The workshop […]
By Majur Chol Khor President Salva Kiir of South Sudan engaged in discussions with China National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC) to revamp the nation’s oil sector. The high-level meeting focused on critical reforms aimed at enhancing oil production by establishing a new refinery and expanding distribution networks. One of the key proposals put forward was the […]