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By James Chatim, South Sudan President Salva Kiir has hinted on the date of the resumption of Tumaini peace Initiative. Delivering his solemn wishes in his new year’s message, President stated that the peace negotiations in Nairobi, Kenya, will resume in January 6, 2025. He also called on the opposition group to show patriotism and […]
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Lamamra also called for greater international pressure on both the warring factions and foreign entities supplying arms, urging them to prioritize peace over profit. By Emmanuel Mandella Sudan’s relentless civil war, which erupted in April 2023, has plunged the country into an escalating humanitarian catastrophe. Over 12 million people have been displaced, creating a ripple […]
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By Yien Gattuor At least 41 students graduated from Light Institute of Health Sciences and Advanced Management in Bentiu, Unity State, over the weekend. The students graduated with Diploma in health courses from the institute, which was established in January 2020 in Bentiu IDP Camp. Speaking at the ceremony, Hon. Kai Riek, the minister of Health […]
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President Salva Kiir has issued a Republican Decree leading to the removal of the legislators who represented the 32 defunct states. The Friday evening announcement came days after the recently hatched plan to finalise the reconstitution of the Transitional National Legislative Assembly and Council of States which was slotted for mid this month. President Kiir […]
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The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) on Thursday donated over 20 motorcycles to the South Sudan Police Service (SSNP) at the Ministry of Interior in Juba. The motorcycles are expected to improve police mobility and ease the enforcement of social distancing especially in the public service vehicles. UNDP Deputy Resident Representative Christy Ahenkora said the […]
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A group of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) have written to the UN Human Rights Council to extend the mandate of the UN Commission on Human Rights (UNHCR) in South Sudan. The groups have told the UN Human Rights Council that South Sudan is still experiencing civil wars and human rights violations, which necessitates the existence of […]
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The Incumbent Transitional Government of National Unity (ITGoNU) has been accused of dragging its feet and failing to submit list of nominees for the constitution-making process, forcing Reconstituted Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission (RJMEC) to cancel its workshop. The commission met for the monthly government assessment report in Juba on Thursday, February 4, where it […]
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Chelsea won against their London rivals Tottenham Hotspurs by a solitary goal handing their new coach Thomas Tuchel a first derby victory. In a match that had high stakes for the bragging rights in pursuit for top four, Italian midfielder Jorginho scored a penalty that ensured victory for the visitors. Jose Mourinho was without English […]
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Tottenham Hotspurs are welcoming their London rivals Chelsea in a London derby tonight. The match promises entertainment and drama in equal measure given the high stakes and bragging rights that come with it. Spurs lost 3-1 to Liverpool before falling short against Brighton in their last match where they lost with a solitary goal. Jose […]
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The National Taskforce on COVID-19 has a sanctioned a month-long partial lockdown to tame the escalating COVID-19 infection in the country. In a statement from the taskforce chair Hussein Abdelbagi Akol, sent to newsrooms on Wednesday, the body confirmed the partial lockdown but also listed 11 measures to curb the spread of the disease. The […]
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The transitional government of national unity shall finalise the reconstitution of the Transitional National Legislative Assembly and Council of States by mid this month. A statement from the Minister of Presidential Affairs Nhial Deng Nhial, shared on Wednesday evening reveals that the government intends to reconstitute the legislative arm soon. The resolution was made in […]
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A research study has revealed that COVID-19 vaccine could offer protection against severe illnesses making it to even easier to survive the new variant of coronavirus. Oxford Vaccine Group Andrew Pollard told the BBC that Oxford/AstraZeneca could offer protection against possibility of developing severe illness- a stage considered dangerous for patients carrying the virus. He […]
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Amazon’s Chief Executive Officer Jeff Bezos has announced he will step down from the position later this year after steering the world-leading e-commerce firm for 27 years. Bezos who was crowned the world richest man in 2020 with a net worth of $200 billion told Amazon employees that he will transition to the chairmanship position […]
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Manchester United made history with 9-0 thumping of hapless Southampton on Tuesday night. The Saints were on the unfavourable side of things after youngster Alexandre Jankewitz received his matching orders just at 83 seconds of play. Mike Dean handed the 19-year a straight red for a cynical foul on Scott McTominay. He found himself in […]
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The UN Commission on Human Rights in South Sudan has lauded the recent cabinet endorsement for an establishment of a hybrid court. But the body has challenged the government of national unity to also ensure that the victims of war and human rights violation get justice in the reconciliation process. The commission said it was […]
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