Officials from the Ministry of Health say decades of civil war that resulted in economic decay, poor infrastructure, population displacement and disruption of social services have left the country to be the worst in terms of health. Continue reading Poor health system attributed to civil war
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Gov’t signs mineral exploration deal with U.S, Canadian firms
The government has signed a deal with the U.S and Canada based companies to facilitate satellite imaging of mineral resources in South Sudan. Continue reading Gov’t signs mineral exploration deal with U.S, Canadian firms
Zimbabwe’s VP in Juba for bi-lateral relations
The Vice President of Zimbabwe has arrived in Juba to hold talks on bilateral relations. Continue reading Zimbabwe’s VP in Juba for bi-lateral relations
Several abducted in Maridi state
An armed group have once again abducted several people and burnt down homes in Maridi State, a Bishop of the Episcopal Church has said. Continue reading Several abducted in Maridi state
SPLA-IO admits to occupying civilian centres
A senior Member of the SPLA-IO has admitted that some of their soldiers are still occupying civilian centers across the country. Continue reading SPLA-IO admits to occupying civilian centres
Public outrage on government’s borrowing
Some members of the public have expressed disappointment over the government’s plan to borrow money to clear unpaid salaries for civil servants yet it is pumping oil. Continue reading Public outrage on government’s borrowing
Makuei denies calling some MPs ‘anti-government’
The Minister of information, Michael Makuei, has denied describing as anti-government outspoken members of parliament. Continue reading Makuei denies calling some MPs ‘anti-government’
University students angered by administration’s decision
Students of public health at the Upper Nile University say they are not happy after the administration decided to prolong the duration of the course. Continue reading University students angered by administration’s decision
Gov’t secures loan to clear unpaid salaries
The outstanding salaries for civil servants will soon be cleared. Continue reading Gov’t secures loan to clear unpaid salaries
SSIC dismisses accusations against its members
The South Sudan Islamic Council has dismissed accusations that its senior officials only chose relatives and friends to make the holy trip to Mecca last month. Continue reading SSIC dismisses accusations against its members