South Sudan’s non-resident Ambassador-designate to Australia, Monday Semaya Kumba, presented his credentials to the Governor-General of Australia in the capital Canberra on Wednesday. Continue reading Envoy designate to Australia Monday Semaya presents credentials
Category: Politics
Public Service Minister Duop decries lack of official car
The Minister of Public Service Dak Duop said his institution has no official vehicles, a situation that he said could have left him and his deputy walking on foot, had it not been for the fact that he has a private car. Continue reading Public Service Minister Duop decries lack of official car
Kiir jets to Rwanda for ‘regional peace mission’
President Salva Kiir travelled to Rwanda on Thursday, kickstarting a three-nation tour aimed at engaging Kigali and its neighbors Burundi and DR Congo to accept peace, his office said.
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Rights expert calls for press freedom, civic space in South Sudan
A UN Human Rights Commissioner in South Sudan has repeated calls on the government to open civic space and guarantee press freedom as the country heads toward elections. Continue reading Rights expert calls for press freedom, civic space in South Sudan
People with disabilities face obstacles in political participation: Activist
People with disabilities in South Sudan may face a lot of challenges when trying to participate in political activities including the upcoming general elections, an activist said. Continue reading People with disabilities face obstacles in political participation: Activist
Kiir separates powers of petroleum minister, undersecretary, Petroleum Authority
President Salva Kiir has issued a republican order separating the powers of the Minister of Petroleum, the undersecretary, and the director-general of the Petroleum Authority.
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Machar, Yakani discuss 2024 general elections
Activist Edmond Yakani has met with the First Vice President in his efforts to push the peace principals to reach a consensus on the conduct of elections slated for December 2024. Continue reading Machar, Yakani discuss 2024 general elections
Preparations in top gear for Kiir’s endorsement rally in Malakal
Preparations in Malakal at high gear for President Salva Kiir’s endorsement as SPLM flag bearer in Upper Nile region for the December 2024 elections, according to the deputy governor.
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Yakani meets VP Taban on elections
Activist Edmund Yakani said on Sunday he agreed with Vice President Taban Deng Gai on the need for consensus meeting among the peace parties to ensure the 2024 election goes as planned. Continue reading Yakani meets VP Taban on elections
Kiir submits list of delegation to Kenya-led peace talks with SSOMA
President Salva Kiir has submitted the names of government nominees for the peace negotiation with hold-out opposition groups, expected to kick off in Nairobi, Kenya. Continue reading Kiir submits list of delegation to Kenya-led peace talks with SSOMA