The Commissioner of Kapeota-East in Eastern Equatoria State says there will be hunger in his county because the harvest season this year has failed. Continue reading “Hunger looms in Kapoeta, EES-Commisioner”
Author: Junior Ali
Heavy rains wash down a bridge in Kapoeta, EES
Heavy rains have destroyed the Yokali Bridge in Kapoeta County in Eastern Equatoria State. Continue reading “Heavy rains wash down a bridge in Kapoeta, EES”
EES elects a new State Legislative Speaker
Members of Parliament in Eastern Equatoria State Legislative Assembly have today elected a new speaker. Continue reading “EES elects a new State Legislative Speaker”
Education a priority for development
Stake holders and educational partners have set up an effort to prioritize education in South Sudan with support from USAID and European Union among others. Continue reading “Education a priority for development”
This year’s Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca canceled
The South Sudan Islamic Council has announced that its members will not go for this year’s Hajj or pilgrimage in Mecca in Saudi Arabia this year because the process has delayed. Continue reading “This year’s Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca canceled”
10 killed & 5 wounded in Tonj-North
Authorities in Warrap State say ten people have been killed and five others wounded in cattle raids in Tonj-North County. Continue reading “10 killed & 5 wounded in Tonj-North”
UNFAO appeals for more funds for Emergency Response
The Food and Agricultural Organization of the United Nations is seeking additional contribution of 50 million US dollars for emergency response in South Sudan. Continue reading “UNFAO appeals for more funds for Emergency Response”
AU extends its investigation into South Sudan’s war crimes
The African Union has granted its Commission of Inquiry three more months to investigate the war crimes in South Sudan. Continue reading “AU extends its investigation into South Sudan’s war crimes”
Population growth worsens humanitarian crises – V Amos
The UN Undersecretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs says crises like the one in South Sudan will continue to grow and worsen, due to factors such as population growth. Continue reading “Population growth worsens humanitarian crises – V Amos”
Emergency Call Centers to start operating in two weeks
A senior official in the police says members of the public will soon be able to call the police when there are emergencies. Continue reading “Emergency Call Centers to start operating in two weeks”

