(ABYEI) – The United Nations Police (UNPOL) in Abyei has introduced a new vegetable farming project at the local detention facility. The initiative, launched on 14 July, aims to support both detainees and members of the Community Protection Committee (CPC) by offering practical agricultural training that promotes rehabilitation, nutrition, andContinue Reading
(ABYEI) – Violet Nasambu Lusala, the outgoing Police Commissioner of the United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA), has completed her four year term with a message of unity, gender inclusion and community focused policing. Her departure marks the end of a notable chapter in UNISFA’s history, especially inContinue Reading
(ABYEI) – The United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA) has continued to assist communities in Abyei through a series of infrastructure projects aimed at improving daily life and access to essential services. These efforts also carry significance for regional stability, including in neighbouring South Sudan, which shares aContinue Reading
(JUBA) – UN Questions Legality and Maintenance of South Sudan Military Helicopters A United Nations Panel of Experts has expressed serious concerns over the continued use of Mi-24 attack helicopters by the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF), raising questions about their airworthiness, legality under the arms embargo, and foreignContinue Reading
(YAMBIO) – At least five people have been killed and several others injured in a series of armed attacks in Western Equatoria State, South Sudan, in the past week. Local authorities have reported the incidents, which occurred in Mundri East and Tambura counties, involved ambushes, targeted killings and the destructionContinue Reading
(RENK) – Authorities in Renk County, located in South Sudan’s Upper Nile State, have announced a full exemption on all taxes for agricultural inputs, including tools, seeds, pesticides and fuel, in an effort to support farmers and improve food production during the current farming season. The announcement was made onContinue Reading
(MUNDRI) – One woman was killed and two male passengers were injured on Wednesday morning in a roadside ambush along the Mundri–Juba highway, according to the Police Commissioner in Western Equatoria State. Major General Philip Madut confirmed the incident and said the attack occurred near Lui, a location along theContinue Reading
(YAMBIO) – The government of Western Equatoria State has officially approved a new tax schedule aimed at reviving internal revenue systems and ensuring greater financial stability, after years without a formal budget or tax guide. The decision was reached on Thursday during an extraordinary session of the Council of Ministers.Continue Reading
(AWEIL) – The Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Environment for Northern Bahr el Ghazal State, Garang Chan Atak, has announced a series of government led initiatives aimed at increasing food production and improving food security in the region. Speaking to the media this week, Minister Chan emphasised the state government’sContinue Reading
(AWEIL) – Governor Simon Ober Mawutdit of Northern Bahr el Ghazal State has delivered on a promise made earlier this month by donating a tricycle bike to the Ayat Women Association, a local grassroots group based in Greater Ayat. The donation, which took place on Thursday, marks a symbolic gestureContinue Reading
