More than ten South Sudanese Civil Society Organizations say the presence of armed security personnel on the streets of Juba is causing anxiety among the civil population. Continue reading “Juba: CSOs urges gov’t to order soldiers out of the streets”
Day: April 25, 2017
Two officials of Civil Society Alliance argue over position
The chairperson of the South Sudan Civil Society Alliance says the Secretary General, Keluel Agok, who accused him of mismanaging funds for the alliance, has bee relieved, but Mr. Keluel says otherwise. Continue reading “Two officials of Civil Society Alliance argue over position”
Wau: IDPs appeal to WFP not to reduce food ration
Internally displaced people sheltering at a church compound in Wau town are urging the World Food Program not to proceed with plans to reduce their food ration. Continue reading “Wau: IDPs appeal to WFP not to reduce food ration”
Lol State: Teachers in Nyamlell demand pay-rise
Teachers from the public schools, both Primary and Secondary, in Nyamlell County in Lol State say they are on strike in demand for pay rise. Continue reading “Lol State: Teachers in Nyamlell demand pay-rise”
ARCSS: AU Ambassador demands Rights Council to clarify its position on Hybrid Court
The African Union Ambassador to South Sudan has requested the UN Human Rights Council to clarify a report indicating that the establishment of the hybrid court has been removed from the peace Agreement. Continue reading “ARCSS: AU Ambassador demands Rights Council to clarify its position on Hybrid Court”
Shortage of funds delays cantonment, IO says
The Spokesperson of the First Vice President says lack of funding has slowed the establishment of cantonment sites for the opposition forces. Continue reading “Shortage of funds delays cantonment, IO says”
Juba residents decry rising food prices
Some residents of Juba have raised complaints about the increase in the prices of commodities in the market. Continue reading “Juba residents decry rising food prices”
UN experts urge IGAD countries to enforce individual sanctions on South Sudan
A UN panel of experts for South Sudan says IGAD member countries should enforce travel bans and asset freezes on individuals sanctioned by the UN Security Council. Continue reading “UN experts urge IGAD countries to enforce individual sanctions on South Sudan”
Dispute emerge in Civil Society Alliance over funds management
The Secretary General of the South Sudan Civil Society Alliance says funds of the organization are not being properly managed.But the chairperson has dismissed the claims as baseless. Continue reading “Dispute emerge in Civil Society Alliance over funds management”
Ateny: Forces deployed in Juba to deter looters
The heavy deployment of security forces in Juba since the weekend came as a result of rumors of an attack by troops from outside the town, the Presidential Press Secretary has said.
There has been the presence of joint forces and tanks on the main roads in Juba since Saturday.
Ateny Wek Ateny says the security has been deployed in response to citizens’ concern.
“The security was coming out to show to the people of South Sudan that they are secured, at least to protect government installations against any rampage.” Ateny said.
He says it also came following rumors that some forces wanted to loot markets in the town.
“You know yesterday (Sunday) rumors were going out like some forces will come out and go on a rampage in the market or goes out and loot, this is the information that has come out. You cannot deny the rumor outrightly without taking precaution.” he said.
Mr. Ateny says the forces were deployed to protect the citizens.
“The security has taking precaution so that nobody comes out and nobody is harm as result of those rumors that had been created.” said Ateny.
