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Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO) has issued a compelling plea to the leaders of Sudan’s warring factions to prioritize genuine and inclusive peace mediation without any preconditions. Mr. Edmund Yakani, the Executive Director of CEPO, condemned the current trend of Sudanese leaders avoiding peace talks or imposing preconditions on negotiation processes, emphasizing the urgent […]

In a passionate plea, Mr. Edmund Yakani, Executive Director of Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO), has raised concerns over the dire situation faced by citizens in Juba due to the shortage of water tanks. The decision to reduce the price of water tank barrels to 2500 SSP has resulted in widespread suffering, with residents […]

In a significant move towards addressing the devastating impact of floods in South Sudan, the Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO) has welcomed the decision of the national government cabinet to declare floods as a national disaster. The Executive Director of CEPO, Mr. Edmund Yakani, expressed his appreciation for this development, characterizing it as a […]

By Jackson Gaaniko Mathew Gabriel Mathew, the Managing Director of Anisa Trading Company, popularly known as Gabi UKU, is urgently appealing to the South Sudanese Government, UN entities, and global partners to procure the excess agricultural goods from his expansive farm before they perish. Situated in Gangura Payam, Western Equatoria State (WES), Gabriel’s farm covers […]

By John Agok The South Sudan Islamic Council experienced a tragic incident on Friday evening in Juba that sent shockwaves through the community. The Muslim worshipper, Mr. Muhamed El Obed, originally from Sudan, got into a dispute with his sheikh, Musa Abakar from South Sudan. El Obed then left to go home and returned with […]

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 […]