The Islamic Council of South Sudan has appealed to well-wishers to support a fundraising initiative to deliver humanitarian aid to the conflict-affected population in Upper Nile State. Continue reading “Islamic Council starts fundraising for Upper Nile IDPs”
Month: December 2022
Burundi’s Ntakirutimana elected EALA Speaker
Burundi’s ruling party deputy secretary-general, Mr Joseph Ntakirutimana, has been elected the Speaker of the East African Legislative Assembly (EALA). Continue reading “Burundi’s Ntakirutimana elected EALA Speaker”
South Sudan, WFP sign water resources management deal
The Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation and the World Food Program signed an agreement on the management and utilization of water for irrigation and food production. Continue reading “South Sudan, WFP sign water resources management deal”
Parliament to approve new salary structure early next year – Nunu
The parliament will approve the new salary structure for civil servants once it resumes its sittings from the one-month recess, the speaker has said.
Continue reading “Parliament to approve new salary structure early next year – Nunu”
South Sudan drops out of EALA Speakership race
South Sudan has reportedly pulled out of the contest for the position of Speaker of the East Africa Legislative Assembly. Continue reading “South Sudan drops out of EALA Speakership race”
Ezo man, 40, dies in bicycles accident
A man in his mid-40s reportedly died in a bicycles collision with a 17-year-old girl on Monday, December 19, in Ezo County of Western Equatoria State. Continue reading “Ezo man, 40, dies in bicycles accident”
Prophet Abraham Chol is convicted to 31 months in jail
The Special Court in Juba has sentenced Prophet Abraham Chol to two years and nine months in prison for insulting the president and interfering in politics. Continue reading “Prophet Abraham Chol is convicted to 31 months in jail”
Cleric says Gen. Kuol Manyang misinterpreted the Bible
A religious leader has disagreed with the statement of the Special Presidential Advisor – who said the current instability in the country is a curse that was prophesied in the Bible. Continue reading “Cleric says Gen. Kuol Manyang misinterpreted the Bible”
Torit Police to punish officers found drunk on duty
Police in Eastern Equatoria State have warned of punitive measures against any member of the organized forces found to be drunk while on duty during the festive season. Continue reading “Torit Police to punish officers found drunk on duty”
President Kiir chooses Anne Itto as candidate for EALA Speaker
President Salva Kiir has nominated Dr. Anne Itto Leonardo as the country’s candidate for the speaker-ship of the East African Parliament. Continue reading “President Kiir chooses Anne Itto as candidate for EALA Speaker”
