The Cabinet Minister has said the government will make a statement on the controversial Nile dredging project this weekend. Continue reading “Govt to ‘put to rest’ controversies over Nile dredging shortly”
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Egypt announces 300 scholarship vacancies for S. Sudanese students
The Egyptian government has announced 300 scholarship vacancies for undergraduates and post graduate South Sudanese students for the year 2022 – 2023. Continue reading “Egypt announces 300 scholarship vacancies for S. Sudanese students”
From refugee camp to World Cup, Mabil thanks Australia
Awer Mabil said converting a penalty in the shootout triumph over Peru that took the Socceroos to a fifth successive World Cup on Monday was a thank you to Australia for taking him and his family in as refugees.
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Only 7% can access electricity in South Sudan, report
A report published by the Business Insider Africa has ranked South Sudan as the least electrified country in the continent, standing at number one among 10 countries with the least electricity access. Continue reading “Only 7% can access electricity in South Sudan, report”
Foreign trader arrested fleeing with clients’ money in Malakal
Police in Upper Nile State have arrested a foreign trader for allegedly attempting to run away with clients’ deposit in Malakal town, early this week. Continue reading “Foreign trader arrested fleeing with clients’ money in Malakal”
‘Suspension of IMF, WB loans caused depreciation of pounds,’ BOSS
The Central Bank has said the suspension of loans to South Sudan by IMF and the World Bank, among other factors, is to blame for depreciation of the pounds. Continue reading “‘Suspension of IMF, WB loans caused depreciation of pounds,’ BOSS”
Pope Francis apologizes to Juba, Kinshasa over failed visit
Pope Francis has reportedly apologized to the authorities of the Democratic Republic of Congo and South Sudan for having to postpone his Apostolic visit, due to his knee and leg-related problems. Continue reading “Pope Francis apologizes to Juba, Kinshasa over failed visit”
Central Bank on dollar-auctioning spree to stabilize pounds
The Bank of South Sudan has disclosed the auctioning of another 8 million US dollars to forex and commercial banks in a bid to stabilize the local currency. Continue reading “Central Bank on dollar-auctioning spree to stabilize pounds”
Committee for CTRH concludes workshop on victim and witness protection
The technical committee for the formation of the Commission for Truth, Reconciliation and Healing have concluded a three-day workshop on witness and victim protection mechanisms as provided for in the transitional justice process. Continue reading “Committee for CTRH concludes workshop on victim and witness protection”
Renk court runs out of judges, prison crowded with detainees
A resident judge in Renk county of Upper Nile state says lack of high court magistrates in the area is delaying and obstructing justice. Continue reading “Renk court runs out of judges, prison crowded with detainees”