South Sudanese students, currently at risk of failing to graduate from Kampala University have filed a court case against the administration in Uganda. Continue reading Embattled Kampala University students head to court
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“Jobless youth risk being mobilized to fight individual interests,” Labor Minister
The Minister of Labor says over 70 percent of the country’s youth population are idle, making them prone to mobilization for wars of individual interests. Continue reading “Jobless youth risk being mobilized to fight individual interests,” Labor Minister
Gov’t launches three-year development plan
The government has launched a three-year revised national development plan to strengthen institutions for a transparent, accountable and inclusive governance until 2024. Continue reading Gov’t launches three-year development plan
UNMISS boss applauds progress on peace implementation
The Special Representative of the UN Secretary General for South Sudan has acknowledged and commended some achievements in the 2018 revitalized peace agreement in the country. Continue reading UNMISS boss applauds progress on peace implementation
CES drafting bill to mitigate land disputes
The Central Equatorial government has started drafting a bill that aims to regulate land allocation and its use in the state.
Currently, the state has subjected the process to discussion among its citizens.
In her remarks during the opening of an engagement forum in Juba Tuesday, the state deputy governor, Sarah Nene says, having a land bill is among the government’s priorities.
She says once enacted into law, it will enhance transparency and accountability in the distribution and use of the land.
“This draft bill is expected to open the gates for transparency, accountability and fair legal procedures.”
The move is expected to minimize the malpractices in the system as well as resolve conflicts related to the allocation and ownership of land in the state.
“We need it as a government, we must seek it as a priority to empower legitimacy, regulations towards land definition, protection, ownership and careful use of land to address malpractices, disputes and conflicts.”
Several months ago, Central Equatoria State governor, Emmanuel Adil Anthony said, land was one of the major causes of insecurity in the state.
His remarks came following a series of clashes between native communities and settlers in the outskirts of Juba.
The last incident was about two months ago when residents of Jondoru area, west of Juba clashed with land grabbers resulting in one death, and scores injured.
Prior to this, several plot owners fought with land grabbers in Khor William area where the new lifeline bridge, Freedom Bridge, was recently commissioned by President Salva kiir.
These incidents protracted after violent conflict in the Garbo area along the Juba-Bor highway which yet under construction.
So far, the areas have experienced relatively calm following interventions by the authorities at state and national levels.
CEPO demands release of Rumbek teachers arrested for rejecting salary
The Community Empowerment for Progress Organization has urged the government of Lakes State to ‘unconditionally release’ 12 teachers who are currently in detention for rejecting salary and demanding an increment. Continue reading CEPO demands release of Rumbek teachers arrested for rejecting salary
DR Congo rejects ‘elements of Rwandan forces’ in EAC deployment
The President of the Democratic Republic of Congo says Rwanda “should not” be included in a proposed regional force to fight the rebel groups in the troubled eastern part of the country. Continue reading DR Congo rejects ‘elements of Rwandan forces’ in EAC deployment
Expert fears Jonglei Canal excavation could present ecological disaster
A Sudanese representative to the East African Meteorological Society has cautioned the South Sudan government against digging of the Jonglei Canal, citing climate-related impact. Continue reading Expert fears Jonglei Canal excavation could present ecological disaster
10 striking TNLA staff slapped with three months suspension
At least ten of the support staff at the national legislature who went on strike over delayed incentives recently have been suspended for three months without pay. Continue reading 10 striking TNLA staff slapped with three months suspension
Egyptian President El-Sisi saddened by Manawa’s demise
The President of the Arab Republic of Egypt Abdel Fattah El-Sisi has expressed sadness on the passing of Minister Manawa Peter on Sunday. Continue reading Egyptian President El-Sisi saddened by Manawa’s demise