The Minister of Information in Buma State says eighteen people have starved to death in three counties over the past few days. Continue reading Eighteen people starve to death in Buma
Day: June 6, 2017
Military court adjourns Terrain suspects trial again
A court hearing of twelve soldiers accused of committing crimes at the Terrain Hotel during the July violence in Juba has been postponed for the second time, the acting army spokesperson has said. Continue reading Military court adjourns Terrain suspects trial again
Gov’t and armed group sign peace in Kampala
The anti-government forces in Yei River State have agreed to denounce violence, the Minister of Cabinet Affairs, Dr. Martin Elia Lomoro has said. Continue reading Gov’t and armed group sign peace in Kampala
China contributes $5 million to WFP operation in South Sudan
The World Food Program has received a contribution of five million US dollars from the Chinese government to provide assistance in South Sudan. Continue reading China contributes $5 million to WFP operation in South Sudan
“Made in South Sudan exhibition” kicks off in Juba
A five-day exhibition to showcase goods produced in South Sudan has begun in Juba. Continue reading “Made in South Sudan exhibition” kicks off in Juba
Kiir orders disarmament of Apuk and Aguok communities
President Salva Kiir has directed security organs to conduct a disarmament campaign across two communities that have persistently fought each other in Gogrial State, according to Ateny Wek Ateny. Continue reading Kiir orders disarmament of Apuk and Aguok communities
UK’s official reflects on a “faint” image of South Sudan after visit
An official from the office of the Prime Minister in the United Kingdom says she is disturbed by how little many political leaders from all parties in South Sudan seem to care about their own people. Continue reading UK’s official reflects on a “faint” image of South Sudan after visit
Greater Akobo women appeal to the First Lady
Women leaders from Bieh and Akobo states are appealing to the First Lady, Mary Ayendit, to help women in the area. Continue reading Greater Akobo women appeal to the First Lady
Juba’s main prison hit by unknown disease
The Director of Juba Central Prison says there is an outbreak of an unknown disease among those in custody. Continue reading Juba’s main prison hit by unknown disease
Gov’t calls for environmental protection
On the World Environment Day on Monday, the Minister of Wildlife Conservation and Tourism has called for collective efforts to protect the environment. Continue reading Gov’t calls for environmental protection