The national Minister of Health and the Governor of Kapoeta are in parliament this morning to explain how some children died in a measles vaccination campaign in the state last month. Continue reading “Lobong, Riek in parliament over measles vaccination deaths”
Author: Viola Kiden
Yambio: Senior doctor murdered in a targeted attack
The Minister of Information in Gbudwe says the medical director of the state hospital in Yambio has been shot dead in his house in the town by unknown gunmen. Continue reading “Yambio: Senior doctor murdered in a targeted attack”
USAID MD says huge potential in tourism sector requires peace
The USAID Mission Director in South Sudan says insecurity and continued instability in the country is discouraging investors from channeling their money into the tourism sector. Continue reading “USAID MD says huge potential in tourism sector requires peace”
Jonglei and Buma agree to cease hostilities
The governors of Jonglei and Buma States have signed an agreement to end hostilities between the youths of the two communities. Continue reading “Jonglei and Buma agree to cease hostilities”
Police bans fuel vendors on the streets of Juba
The South Sudan police service and the Juba City Council have begun implementing an order that bans the selling of fuel on the streets of Juba, the South Sudan police spokesperson has said. Continue reading “Police bans fuel vendors on the streets of Juba”
Separate committees formed to address Juba-Bor road attacks
Both Jonglei and Terekeka state governments have formed separate committees to investigate the killing of more than 30 people in a road attack early this month. Continue reading “Separate committees formed to address Juba-Bor road attacks”
Norway to convene a reconciliation conference between gov’t and opposition
The Norwegian Special Envoy to South Sudan says his country has invited the government of South Sudan and the Opposition to attend a reconciliation conference in Norway next Month. Continue reading “Norway to convene a reconciliation conference between gov’t and opposition”
Gen Malong agrees to return to Juba
General Paul Malong Awan has accepted to return from Yirol to Juba on Thursday today, the Minister of Information in Eastern Lakes has said. Continue reading “Gen Malong agrees to return to Juba”
Police arrest youth over Juba protest
The Executive Director of the Civil Society group, Screen of Rights, says a member of their board was arrested during a demonstration in Juba on Monday and is still under detention. Continue reading “Police arrest youth over Juba protest”
Rape: Bribery hindering victim’s search for justice
A representative of the Gender section at the Jebel Police station says corruption and backdoor deals are hindering the provision of justice to victims of rape in Juba. Continue reading “Rape: Bribery hindering victim’s search for justice”
