The government negotiation team says it will participate in the Addis Ababa talks with Dr. Riek Machar’s group despite objecting to the inclusion of the 7 former detainees. Continue reading “Gov’t to participate in peace talks despite rejecting an IGAD proposal”
Author: Junior Ali
Construction of Fula power plant commences in September
The Minister of Electricity and Dams says the construction of the FULA Hydro- Electricity Power Plant in Nimule will commence in September. Continue reading “Construction of Fula power plant commences in September”
High Court rejects uniform treason charge against detainees, SPLM-7
The High Court handling the case of the four political detainees has rejected a request by the Prosecution Counsel to file a uniform charge of treason, Continue reading “High Court rejects uniform treason charge against detainees, SPLM-7”
President Kiir broadens his cabinet
President Salva Kiir has increased the number of national ministries by another six. Continue reading “President Kiir broadens his cabinet”
A UN team expected to arrive from New York to investigate arms controversy
The UN Mission in South Sudan says an investigation team from New York will soon arrive in South Sudan to investigate the incident in which a convoy of its trucks Continue reading “A UN team expected to arrive from New York to investigate arms controversy”
SPLA to announce tighter security measures in Juba
The Spokesperson of the SPLA says the SPLA Command will soon announce arrangements to control insecurity in the country, particularly Juba. Continue reading “SPLA to announce tighter security measures in Juba”
Call for youth to help rebuild the nation
The Eastern Equatoria State President of Youth Union has urged young people to be determined, work hard and not be choosey about which jobs they accept in order to promote development in the country. Continue reading “Call for youth to help rebuild the nation”
UN Humanitarian Coordinator warns the country may collapse
The UN Humanitarian Coordinator has warned that South Sudan could collapse by the end of the year if urgent action is not taken to help see its people through the current crisis. Continue reading “UN Humanitarian Coordinator warns the country may collapse”
Delegates to examine IGAD proposed agenda
The government says delegates will examine IGAD’s proposed agenda during the two-week break in the talks in Addis Ababa. Continue reading “Delegates to examine IGAD proposed agenda”
Shisha banned in public places
Juba City Council has issued an order banning the smoking of shisha tobacco in commercial and public places. Continue reading “Shisha banned in public places”
