(JUBA) – Israel has pledged humanitarian assistance worth up to one million Israeli shekels, approximately USD 296,000, to support civilians in South Sudan. The announcement was made by Israeli Deputy Foreign Minister Sharren Haskel during her historic visit to the country. Speaking in an exclusive interview with Eye Radio onContinue Reading
(JUBA) – Many South Sudanese parents invest heavily in their children’s education abroad, hoping to secure a brighter future. They often send monthly remittances to cover tuition and living expenses. However, recent warnings from a student leader in Rwanda suggest that these efforts may sometimes be misdirected. Ruot Mawich YakContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The Director General of the National Communication Authority (NCA), Gieth Kon Mathiang, has urged the public to adopt digital payment systems, highlighting their efficiency, reliability, and ability to reduce risks associated with handling cash. Speaking at a preparatory meeting in Juba, DG Mathiang emphasised that digital payments canContinue Reading
(JUBA) – South Sudan is set to begin the second phase of training for its Necessary Unified Forces by the end of August, according to Gen. Kuol Manyang Juk, Chairman of the National Transitional Committee (NTC) and senior presidential advisor. Gen. Manyang announced the plans following a meeting in JubaContinue Reading
(WARRAP) – Health officials in Twic County, Warrap State, have appealed to the government, humanitarian organisations, and well wishers to urgently restock medicines at local health facilities to save lives. The call follows severe shortages of essential drugs in several county health facilities, leaving medical staff unable to treat criticalContinue Reading
(JUBA) – South Sudan’s Vice President for the Economic Cluster, Dr. Benjamin Bol Mel, departed Juba on Tuesday for Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, on a mission to attract foreign investment and strengthen economic ties. Dr. Bol Mel, accompanied by senior government officials, is tasked with promoting opportunities for collaborationContinue Reading
(WESTERN EQUATORIA STATE) – The Ministry of General Education and Instruction in Western Equatoria State has announced new registration fees for Primary Eight candidates preparing for the 2025 national examinations. According to Charles Ikpiro, the Director of Examinations, students from government, community, and faith-based schools will be required to payContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) on Wednesday unanimously adjourned a sitting that had been scheduled to discuss President Salva Kiir’s speech delivered during the opening of parliament last month. The adjournment was prompted by the absence of ministers, whose participation legislators deemed essential for the debate. LawmakersContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The Central Bank of South Sudan and the Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) signed a comprehensive cooperation agreement on Wednesday, giving Abu Dhabi a role in South Sudan’s monetary operations, including the secure printing of currency. The memorandum of understanding, signed in the presence ofContinue Reading
(JUBA) – South Sudan and Israel signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on bilateral cooperation on Wednesday, while the South Sudanese government dismissed reports suggesting the country could host Palestinian refugees from Gaza. The agreement, signed in Juba by South Sudan’s Foreign Minister Monday Semaya Kumba and Israeli Deputy ForeignContinue Reading
