After escaping a deadly conflict in Sudan’s Nuba Mountain about a decade ago, Benjamin Farouk found refuge in South Sudan and now strives to help thousands of his displaced countrymen access healthcare. Continue reading “Displaced to South Sudan in 2011, Farouk now strives to serve fleeing countrymen”
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Student dies of electrocution in Juba
A 19-year-old high school student of Darling Wisdom Academy in Juba has died after she was electrocuted on Thursday evening, the police confirmed. Continue reading “Student dies of electrocution in Juba”
USAID Youth Empowerment Activity equips 6,000 rural youth with life skills
The USAID Youth Empowerment Activity celebrated the empowerment of over 6,000 youths in remoter parts of South Sudan with basic literacy and life skills, on Thursday. Continue reading “USAID Youth Empowerment Activity equips 6,000 rural youth with life skills”
Central Bank introduces electronic currency auction system
The Bank of South Sudan has introduced an electronic foreign currency auction system and directed all forex bureaus to register with legitimate commercial banks in order to access the service. Continue reading “Central Bank introduces electronic currency auction system”
Cleric urges government, NAS to resume peace talks
A religious leader is calling on the unity government and the National Salvation Front (NAS) to return to negotiating table in light of the recent fighting in Mundri East County that has forced thousands out of their homes. Continue reading “Cleric urges government, NAS to resume peace talks”
South Sudan election body to observe South Africa’s May polls: Ramaphosa
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa said the South Sudan National Elections Commission will be one of a selected African observers that will oversee his country’s May 2024 general elections. Continue reading “South Sudan election body to observe South Africa’s May polls: Ramaphosa”
Germany announces $303 million to alleviate Sudan crisis
Germany has pledged about €244 million ($303m) to Sudan and its neighbors including South Sudan, to alleviate the worsening humanitarian crisis caused by one year of civil war. Continue reading “Germany announces $303 million to alleviate Sudan crisis”
Govt confirms being sued at EAC court over Kalisto’s detention
South Sudan government has confirmed receiving a notification from the East Africa Court of Justice requesting the Ministry of Justice to respond to a lawsuit over the “illegal detention” of Kalisto Lado. Continue reading “Govt confirms being sued at EAC court over Kalisto’s detention”
Ramaphosa urges consensus as he leaves for South Africa
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa said progress in the revitalized peace agreement is commendable while calling for continued dialogue to find consensus on outstanding issues in the agreement. Continue reading “Ramaphosa urges consensus as he leaves for South Africa”
S. Sudanese free to choose btw EACJ and local justice system: judge
The Director of Training and Research at South Sudan Judiciary said every citizen is free to file lawsuit at the East African Court of Justice as long as their concerns fall under the treaty. Continue reading “S. Sudanese free to choose btw EACJ and local justice system: judge”