A report by the Auditor-General has revealed that communities in oil-producing areas lost over 31 million dollars to the Office of the President, Ministry of Finance, and other unauthorized entities. Continue reading “Auditor’s report: J1, finance ministry, others illicitly acquire community oil shares”
Month: April 2021
Chad rebels say they are ready for ceasefire and talks
Rebels in northern Chad are ready to observe a ceasefire and to discuss a political settlement after the battlefield death of President Idriss Deby last week, a rebel spokesman said on Sunday. Continue reading “Chad rebels say they are ready for ceasefire and talks”
Two S.Sudanese journalists scoop international awards
Two South Sudanese journalists have scooped separate international awards this week.
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Press freedom: S.Sudan drops one step backward
South Sudan has dropped one step backward in this year’s World Press Freedom Index ranking, a report by Reporters Without Borders (RFS) has revealed. Continue reading “Press freedom: S.Sudan drops one step backward”
Six face drug trafficking charges
A High Court trial has begun of six people suspected of trafficking dangerous drugs through Juba International Airport. Continue reading “Six face drug trafficking charges”
South Supreme Airlines, Equity bank, others illegally benefit from community oil shares
The privately-owned South Supreme Airline is among companies and entities that have illegally benefited from money meant for oil-producing states in South Sudan. Continue reading “South Supreme Airlines, Equity bank, others illegally benefit from community oil shares”
Jonglei schools may not reopen in May—official
Schools in flood-affected areas of Jonglei state may not reopen in May, the acting State Director-General of the Ministry of General Education has said. Continue reading “Jonglei schools may not reopen in May—official”
Coronavirus: WHO urges African nations to keep expired vaccines
The World Health Organization (WHO) has urged African countries not to destroy Covid-19 vaccines that may have passed their expiry date.
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Chad bids farewell to Deby as France and allies back his son
Chad began funeral ceremonies on Friday for veteran ruler Idriss Deby Itno, a key figure Continue reading “Chad bids farewell to Deby as France and allies back his son”
Gen. Abraham Wani dies in Kampala
The government of Central Equatoria State has expressed condolences to the family of late General Abraham Wani who died Continue reading “Gen. Abraham Wani dies in Kampala”
