Farmers in Manyo County, Upper Nile State, have raised the alarm over large swarms of quelea birds destroying their sorghum farms, a situation worsened by ongoing severe flooding in the area. Continue reading ““We pray to God to remove the birds,” say Manyo farmers as quelea flocks devour crops”
Month: October 2025
Carrying a ‘panga’ could land you in prison, army chief warns
The Chief of Defence Forces, Gen. Paul Nang, has ordered a ban on carrying of machetes – also known as Panga – in Juba, warning that anyone found with one without a valid reason will be arrested and prosecuted. Continue reading “Carrying a ‘panga’ could land you in prison, army chief warns”
Jonglei launches mobile court to address growing case backlog
Authorities in Jonglei State have launched a mobile court in Bor Town to fast-track the handling of hundreds of pending legal cases and reduce the backlog facing the state’s justice system. Continue reading “Jonglei launches mobile court to address growing case backlog”
Hotter days ahead: IGAD predicts rising temperatures for most parts of South Sudan
The IGAD Climate Prediction and Applications Centre (ICPAC) has forecast a rise in temperatures across South Sudan and much of the eastern Africa region in November. Continue reading “Hotter days ahead: IGAD predicts rising temperatures for most parts of South Sudan”
Juba city council criticized over ‘excessive taxation’ and harassment of women vendors
Juba, Central Equatoria (Eye Radio) — The Director of Social Welfare in Central Equatoria State, has called on Juba city authorities to review what he described as excessive taxation and the persistent harassment of women vendors and tea sellers. Continue reading “Juba city council criticized over ‘excessive taxation’ and harassment of women vendors”
SSPDF chief orders arrest of troops over re-erected Juba–Bor checkpoint
The Chief of Defence Forces, Dr. Paul Nang on Tuesday ordered the arrest of soldiers who re-established a dismantled military checkpoint along the Juba–Bor road following the Sunday Mapau incident, according to SSPDF spokesperson.
According to Major General Lul Ruai Koang, the Chief of Defence Forces visited the site earlier and directed the immediate removal of the checkpoint, which was subsequently closed.
However, reports later indicated that the same checkpoint had been re-erected despite the earlier order.
In response, Dr. Paul Nang instructed the Chief of Military Intelligence and the Assistant Chief of Defence Forces for Operations to apprehend all personnel involved in re-establishing the checkpoint.
General Lul said the soldiers would be brought to Juba for detention and investigation.
General Koang questioned why the checkpoint was reinstated after clear instructions had been given to dismantle it, describing the act as a violation of command directives.
He said, “This morning, we received information indicating that it was re-established. In response, the Chief of Defence Forces directed the Chief of Military Intelligence and the Assistant Chief of Defence Forces for Operations to go and collect all those who re-erected the checkpoint. They will be arrested, detained, and investigated.”
He questioned why the soldiers defied direct orders, saying, “Why are they re-establishing after clear orders were given?”
Meanwhile, the SSPDF Spokesperson said he had no confirmed information regarding reports of an aerial bombardment in Tonj County, adding that he will consult field commanders to verify the claims before issuing an official statement. Continue reading “SSPDF chief orders arrest of troops over re-erected Juba–Bor checkpoint”
SSPDF details massive gun seizure in Juba, finds bulk in civilian homes
JUBA, South Sudan (Eye Radio) – The SSPDF Deputy Chief of Defence Force for Operations, on Tuesday, released a detailed breakdown of the over 200 firearms and 64 pistols seized during the recent gun search operation in Juba.
Continue reading “SSPDF details massive gun seizure in Juba, finds bulk in civilian homes”
How practical skills taught at the Egyptian Technical School restored water access in River Jur County
RIVER JUR COUNTY, WBeG (Eye Radio) – In a powerful demonstration of community service and the value of vocational training, students from the Egyptian Technical Secondary School in River Jur County successfully repaired a broken water pump, restoring access to clean drinking water for struggling residents. Continue reading “How practical skills taught at the Egyptian Technical School restored water access in River Jur County”
WPDI, partners launch month-long training to boost women entrepreneurship in Central Equatoria
Juba, South Sudan (Eye Radio) – Whitaker Peace and Development Initiative or WPDI, with support from the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC) and SkinnyDipped, has officially launched a one-month Women’s Livelihood Accelerated Training Program in Juba. Continue reading “WPDI, partners launch month-long training to boost women entrepreneurship in Central Equatoria”
Floods destroy farmland and displace residents in Baliet County
The Commissioner of Baliet County in Upper Nile State says rising water levels of the Nile River have destroyed and damaged more than one thousand acres of farmland in the area. Continue reading “Floods destroy farmland and displace residents in Baliet County”
