Bishop Alex Lodung Soka of the Yei Diocese has expressed deep concern about the continued violence between the South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF) and armed groups in various areas of Central Equatoria. Following a recent pastoral visit to Lasu, the Bishop recounted a violent incident that occurred last week,Continue Reading
Members of the Mogiri Community from Mangalla Payam recently met with Lt. Gen. Rabi Mujung Emmanuel, Governor of Central Equatoria State, to address pressing issues affecting their area and to seek collaboration with the State government. Led by Executive Chief Sanatore Ladu Kose, the delegation included intellectuals, women, youth, andContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The Kworijik-Luri community in Central Equatoria State has reached out to the government to address escalating insecurity, land conflicts, and the presence of armed cattle herders in their region. A delegation from the community, comprising elders, chiefs, parliamentarians, women, and youth representatives, held a meeting on Thursday withContinue Reading
(YEI RIVER COUNTY) – Heavy fighting between the Sudan People’s Liberation Army-in-Opposition (SPLA-IO) and the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) in Yei River County has left at least 17 soldiers dead, according to statements from opposition forces. The clashes erupted early on Saturday at around 5:00 a.m. when SPLA-IOContinue Reading
(JUBA COUNTY) – Central Equatoria State has urged the National Government to open diplomatic channels with Uganda following the reported entry of Uganda People’s Defence Force troops into Kajo-Keji County. The appeal was made during the Ordinary Council of Ministers meeting chaired by Central Equatoria State Governor Lt. Gen. RabiContinue Reading
(LAINYA COUNTY) – A human rights activist has condemned the reported gang rape of two schoolgirls in Lainya County, Central Equatoria State, urging swift justice under South Sudan’s laws. Local authorities confirmed the arrest of two men in connection with the alleged assault, which took place on Tuesday afternoon inContinue Reading
(YEI RIVER COUNTY) – Road rehabilitation work has officially started in Yei town, with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) funding and supporting the initiative. The project was launched on Wednesday morning at the county’s main gate, marking the start of repairs on the airport road. Yei RiverContinue Reading
Community leaders from Morobo County recently met with the newly appointed Governor of Central Equatoria State, Lt. Gen. Rabi Mujung Emmanuel, to discuss pressing issues facing their area. Representatives from the Lugbara, Keliko and Kakwa communities came together for the meeting held on Friday, led by Zacharia Michael, Chairperson ofContinue Reading
The High Level Committee of Central Equatoria State has finished its investigation into potential tax encroachment by national institutions. The committee presented its report to Governor Lt. Gen. Rabi Mujung Emmanuel at the State Secretariat in Juba. Deputy Governor Paulino Lukudu Obede led the Committee, which was established last monthContinue Reading
(JUBA) – Governor Lt. Gen. Rabi Mujung Emmanuel of Central Equatoria State on Friday convened a high level one day refresher workshop focused on improving coordination among the State’s revenuegenerating bodies. The session, held in Juba, aimed to strengthen intra-governmental linkages and address longstanding challenges in tax and revenue administration.Continue Reading
