The teachers’ union in Eastern Equatoria has petitioned the state government to pay their allowances. Continue reading “EES teachers demand allowances”
Author: Mabior Philip
Education ministers discuss challenges
Education ministers from the ten states are holding a conference in Juba to review the challenges facing the education sector in the country. Continue reading “Education ministers discuss challenges”
SSTV director denies resigning
The Director General of South Sudan Television, Khamis Abdullatif Chawul, has denied that he has resigned from his position.
Local media reported this morning that Mr. Abdullatif had resigned yesterday, one month after taking over the position through a presidential appointment.
He told Eye Radio that he is still serving as Director General of SSTV and that he can only be removed through a presidential decree.
He also said he will not abide by a ministerial order transferring him to the headquarters of the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting because he “was appointed by the President via a presidential decree as Director General of the SSTV.”
Mr. Khamis also confirmed that there was tension at the television station yesterday following the announcement of a ministerial order transferring him to the headquarters of the Ministry.
When contacted by Eye Radio, the Minister of Information, Michael Makuei Lueth, said he was in a meeting and did not comment on the matter.
French embassy trains teachers
The French embassy and its institute at the University of Juba has pledged to train French teachers from all over the country. Continue reading “French embassy trains teachers”
Citizens urged to grow their own food
South Sudan should end economic dependence on neighboring countries, a sociologist at the University of Juba has said. Continue reading “Citizens urged to grow their own food”
IGAD heads of state arrive in Juba for a summit
Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta and Ethiopian Prime Minister, Hailemariam Desalegn, have arrived in Juba for a summit Continue reading “IGAD heads of state arrive in Juba for a summit”
Oil ministry avails fuel
The Ministry of Petroleum and Mining says it has distributed fuel to nine petrol stations in Juba today to reduce shortage of the commodity. Continue reading “Oil ministry avails fuel”
UN chief calls for an end to violence against girls
UN Secretary General Ban Ki Moon has called for an end to violence against girls. Continue reading “UN chief calls for an end to violence against girls”
Heavy rains leave 6 dead in Magwi
Seven people have drowned due to the heavy rains this week Magwi County, Eastern Equatoria State, the commissioner has said. Continue reading “Heavy rains leave 6 dead in Magwi”
Jonglei SSPLE candidates who missed exams last year to sit
Jonglei state pupils whose Primary Leaving Examinations were interrupted by the crisis last December will sit next month. Continue reading “Jonglei SSPLE candidates who missed exams last year to sit”
