The special envoy of the United Nations Secretary-General, Nicholas Hayson, for South Sudan, Saturday, called on political parties to participate in the 2024 elections, carrying out a fair and inclusive campaign, without intimidation and creating fear among voters. The Government of National Unity was unable to implement many of the main provisions set out in …
A vibrant multicultural gathering in Yambio, South Sudan, saw hundreds of community members from nine different ethnic groups come together in a celebration aimed at promoting peace, unity, and cultural diversity. Organized by UNMISS (United Nations Mission in South Sudan) in collaboration with local partners such as the Ministry of Culture, Youth, and Sports, the …
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SGS, the world’s testing, inspection and certification company, has announced the launch of a new certification scheme to help exporters succeed in the complex regulatory landscape of the East Africa Community (EAC). SGS EAC-Ready certification is a voluntary certification scheme that simplifies the process for exporters entering markets in the republics of Burundi, Congo, Kenya, …
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An earthquake measuring 4.9 on the Richter scale hit the area near the border between South Sudan and Uganda this Monday. According to Lusa, which cites the European Mediterranean Seismological Center (EMSC), the alert was given at 9:54 pm (local time), east of Yei, in South Sudan. The earthquake occurred at a depth of around …
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In a consultation meeting held in Kuajok town prior to the posting of the newly appointed commissioner of Tonj East County, some residents expressed their concerns and hopes for the future. Elizabeth Arop, a resident of Tonj North County, emphasized the importance of security in the area, calling for an end to inter-communal violence and …
South Sudan and the Chinese Embassy on Thursday awarded certificates to the outgoing tenth batch of the Chinese medical team, recognizing their excellent medical services to the local people in the youngest nation of the world. During the awarding ceremony held at the Chinese Embassy in Juba, the capital of South Sudan, Atem Nathan Nyuon, …
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Presidents Isaias Afwerki of Eritrea and Salva Kiir of South Sudan have reiterated their dedication to achieving a peaceful resolution to the conflict in Sudan through an inclusive dialogue. South Sudan’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, James Morgan Pitia, hailed President Kiir’s successful mission to Kenya, where he participated in the African Climate …
Mali will host South Sudan in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) qualification Group G match at Stade du 26 Mars on Friday. Kick-off is 9:00 pm CAT. CURRENT FORM The Eagles secured a 2-0 win over Congo-Brazzaville away on 18 June as they returned to winning ways after recording their first defeat in …
Gaining its independence in 2011, South Sudan is the youngest nation in Africa. The strength of a nation’s future is often assured by investing in its youth and this is even more effective when young people are actively engaged. A good example is an NGO called EduPower, founded by a South Sudanese graduate of the …
It was a chant that Luol Deng waited years to lead. He stood along the side of the South Sudan locker room after their run in the World Cup was over, cupped his hands around his mouth and yelled the same thing, over and over. “Where we goin’?” he shouted. Deng’s vision when he founded …