President Salva Kiir has removed the Minister of Finance, David Deng Athorbei, in a mini-cabinet reshuffle. Continue reading “Kiir relieves Finance Minister Deng Athorbei”
Day: July 26, 2016
Kiir swears in Taban Deng as First Vice President
The former SPLM-IO chief negotiator, Taban Deng Gai has been sworn in as the First Vice President. Continue reading “Kiir swears in Taban Deng as First Vice President”
Standby cholera response team set up in Yei
The Ministry of Health in Yei River State has set up an emergency team of doctors, nurses and lab technicians to respond to suspected cases of cholera that may be reported. Continue reading “Standby cholera response team set up in Yei”
Yambio: 1,000 Pounds fine & imprisonment for poor hygiene
Those who do not follow new hygiene measures in Yambio Town, Gbudwe State, will be fined 1,000 pounds, and imprisoned for weeks, according to the mayor. Continue reading “Yambio: 1,000 Pounds fine & imprisonment for poor hygiene”
World Vision: concerns over severe rising humanitarian needs
An international humanitarian agency has expressed concerns over rising needs of the people of South Sudan, following the recent clashes in Juba. Continue reading “World Vision: concerns over severe rising humanitarian needs”
Imatong: Thieves steal musical instruments from church
Police in Torit town in Imatong State are investigating three people suspected of stealing instruments that belong to a church. Continue reading “Imatong: Thieves steal musical instruments from church”
Kiir replaces Riek
President Salva Kiir Mayardit has sacked First Vice President Dr Riek Machar in absentia. Continue reading “Kiir replaces Riek”