Authorities in the Abyei Administrative Area have launched a cholera vaccination campaign following the delivery of tens of thousands of vaccine doses from South Sudan’s national Ministry of Health. The area’s Minister of Information, Yohana Akol, confirmed the rollout began yesterday after the arrival of 78,000 doses, a response toContinue Reading
Police authorities in Aweil East County of Northern Bahr el Ghazal State have detained an individual suspected of being responsible for the recent killing of a trader and the theft of over three million South Sudanese Pounds. Acting Police Commissioner for Northern Bahr el Ghazal State, Major General Mayom Riak,Continue Reading
Authorities in Western Bahr el Ghazal have given the green light for security forces to employ live ammunition against gang members who are believed to be responsible for a recent wave of violence and insecurity in Wau. The decision was made during a meeting of the State Security Committee, whereContinue Reading
Imehejek Hospital has issued a plea for urgent medical assistance to help combat a rapidly spreading cholera outbreak in the region. Dr. Khamis, the Medical Director of the hospital, expressed concern during an interview with Radio Emmanuel regarding the lack of medical supplies received from the state government or healthContinue Reading
Security personnel in Tonj South County intercepted a woman late last night at the Alol checkpoint in Tonj town carrying 1,227 rounds of ammunition concealed in bags mixed with dura (sorghum grain). The suspect, identified as Aguer Akuer, was apprehended while travelling by bus around 10:30 PM. Aguer claimed thatContinue Reading
The citizens of Western Equatoria State are calling on the newly appointed governor to address the Tombura conflict and work towards reuniting the Azande and Balanda communities. They believe that tackling the current insecurity is vital for the region’s development. In an interview with Catholic Radio Network, Silvestor Rafael Ruati,Continue Reading
Authorities in Warrap State announced on Friday that a woman had been apprehended in Tonj South County for attempting to smuggle ammunition to the troubled Tonj East County. Last week, armed youth from the Luachjang Section attacked the Jalwau Community, resulting in casualties on both sides. Reports indicate that peaceContinue Reading
Mvolo County Commissioner Rubben Amaai Majok has announced his decision to switch allegiances from the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement-In Opposition (SPLM-IO) to rejoin the ruling Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) led by President Salva Kiir Mayardit. In a press briefing held in Yambio, the capital of Western Equatoria State, CommissionerContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The daughter of President Salva Kiir, Adut Salva Kiir, has donated a consignment of medical and educational supplies to the Ruweng Administrative Area in northern South Sudan. The donation, made through her charitable organisation, the Adut Salva Kiir (ASK) Foundation, includes antimalarial drugs, other essential medicines and schoolContinue Reading
(RUMBEK COUNTY) – The municipal council of Rumbek in Lakes State has begun rehabilitating key feeder roads within the town, responding to years of complaints from residents and traders about the poor state of infrastructure, particularly during the rainy season. The project officially commenced on Saturday and is being implementedContinue Reading
