(DUK COUNTY) – A money transfer agency in Duk County, Jonglei State, was robbed on Thursday night by an armed group suspected to belong to the Red Belt militia, local officials said. The attackers stole cash and disarmed a police officer guarding the premises. John Chatim, the Commissioner of DukContinue Reading
(RUMBEK, LAKES STATE) – Farmers, government officials and UN agencies came together on Thursday in Rumbek to mark World Food Day with an exhibition of local produce, highlighting a collective effort to fight hunger and strengthen agriculture in Lakes State. The event took place at Rumbek Freedom Square under theContinue Reading
(PIBOR COUNTY) – Prices of local vegetables in Pibor Market have surged following severe flooding that disrupted production and supply from surrounding villages. Authorities say the shortage has pushed up costs, affecting households and small traders across the area. The Minister for Information in Greater Pibor Administrative Area, Jacob Werchum,Continue Reading
(AWEIL NORTH COUNTY) – Authorities in Northern Bahr El Ghazal have launched a move to vaccinate more than 1,500 head of cattle in response to rising reports of animal deaths linked to preventable diseases. The Director General of the State Ministry of Animal Resources and Veterinary Services, Samuel Ajing Uguak,Continue Reading
(YEI RIVER COUNTY) – A conservation workshop held in Yei River County is being seen not only as an environmental step but also as a possible driver of livelihoods, tourism and resource management. The Enjojo Foundation organised a three day training that brought together 20 participants from Tore and LasuContinue Reading
(JUBA) – Central Equatoria State has approved a 560 million US dollar investment proposal from Global Trading Commodities Group to build cement and steel rebar plants in Kajo Keji County. The investment is equal to about 3.976 trillion South Sudanese Pounds based on the current rate of 7,100 Pounds toContinue Reading
(JUBA) – Mobile App Emerges as Key Tool in South Sudan’s Peace and Security Efforts South Sudan is increasingly turning to digital solutions to manage conflict and improve community security, with a locally developed mobile application known as AlertME now being used as an early warning system in several regions.Continue Reading
(WARRAP STATE) – Telecom Expansion in Warrap Gains Momentum as National Government Commits Support The Government of South Sudan has signalled fresh investment in Warrap State’s communication infrastructure, with a pledge to install new telecommunication towers to boost security, trade, and service delivery. The commitment was made by Michael MakueiContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The Ministry of Health has approved plans to upgrade two maternity facilities in Warrap State following reports of rising health concerns among communities recovering from displacement and disease outbreaks. Health Minister Sarah Cleto Rial confirmed the move after meeting Warrap Governor Bol Wek Agoth in Juba. The governorContinue Reading
(RUWENG ADMINISTRATIVE AREA) – Ruweng Seeks Faster Completion of GPOC Infrastructure Projects The Chief Administrator of Ruweng Administrative Area, Stephano Wieu de Mialek, has held talks in Juba with senior officials from the Greater Pioneer Operating Company to push for the completion of key community projects that have been delayed.Continue Reading
