An activist has raised concern over reports of a looming revenge attack targeting the Malakal Protection of Civilians Site by the White Army in Upper Nile State. Continue reading Activist warns of potential militia attack in Malakal
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Governor Odhok downplays alleged threats of militias attack, beefs up security, says Malakal is safe
The Governor of Upper Nile state has downplayed activist’s warnings of a planned attack on the Malakal Protection of Civilians site by militias. Continue reading Governor Odhok downplays alleged threats of militias attack, beefs up security, says Malakal is safe
WES agriculture minister denies approving ‘rampant’ logging
Western Equatoria State Minister of Agriculture has denied giving a green light to alleged widespread logging activities in the state while being questioned in parliament. Continue reading WES agriculture minister denies approving ‘rampant’ logging
Governor Adil deploys security patrol vehicles
Central Equatoria State governor has deployed three brand new Toyota Land Cruiser vehicles to boost the security network along Kajo-Keji, Lainya, and Wonduruba roads.
The logistical support to enhance timely response to emergencies in the two counties and Wondurba Administrative Area, the state governor’s press unit reported.
It cited Deputy Governor Sarah Nene as saying the deployment is a show of the government’s commitment to supporting the local government councils in consolidating stability.
The vehicles were handed over Monday to Kajo-Keji, Lainya, and Wonduruba local councils.
Last year, the state governor said armed opposition, land grabbing and cattle herders were the major causes of insecurity in the state.
7 children abducted from Lafon in five months
Lafon County Commissioner in Eastern Equatoria State said at least seven children were abducted in the area since the start of this year. Continue reading 7 children abducted from Lafon in five months
Abdelbagi urges Upper Nile communities to shun hate speech
The Vice President for Services Cluster is calling on Upper Nile State communities to denounce hate speech and embrace one another. Continue reading Abdelbagi urges Upper Nile communities to shun hate speech
Veteran SPLA soldier Col. Acini Luka dies aged 76
Liberation war veteran Lieutenant Colonel Joseph Acini Luka, who passed away in neighboring Uganda on June 18, was laid to rest Friday. Continue reading Veteran SPLA soldier Col. Acini Luka dies aged 76
Why Upper Nile assembly took one year to reopen
Upper Nile State Legislative Assembly had no choice but to delay reopening sessions for one year due to a sluggish renovation process on its premises, the state parliament spokesperson has said. Continue reading Why Upper Nile assembly took one year to reopen
NDM suspends Mayendit, Pigi commissioners for refusing to step down
The National Democratic Movement on Wednesday suspended membership of the commissioners of Mayendit County in Unity State and Pigi in Jonglei State after the two officials defied directives to resign. Continue reading NDM suspends Mayendit, Pigi commissioners for refusing to step down
U.S. sanctions Futuyo, Nando over conflict-related sexual violence
The United States government on Tuesday sanctioned the Governor of Western Equatoria State and a South Sudan People’s Defense Force general in connection with atrocities committed during the South Sudan conflict as well as the violence in Tombura County. Continue reading U.S. sanctions Futuyo, Nando over conflict-related sexual violence