Five young South Sudanese have been selected by the US embassy to attend the Young African Leadership Initiative in the United State. Continue reading “5 youth to attend youth leadership training in the US”
Author: Ray Okech
Mundri attack death toll rises
The death toll from the random shooting in Mundri West County has risen to 18, according to the SPLA. Continue reading “Mundri attack death toll rises”
New rebel group formed in WES
There is a new rebel movement in Western Equatoria State, the SPLA spokesperson has said. Continue reading “New rebel group formed in WES”
Gov’t asks partners to help it build fiber optics
The Minister of Telecommunications and Postal Services has called on partners to help build fiber optics for South Sudan. Continue reading “Gov’t asks partners to help it build fiber optics”
Pound gains against Dollar, prices remain high
The South Sudanese pound has strengthened against the US dollar. In the black market, $100 is now selling at 900 pounds. It was 1,400 during the Continue reading “Pound gains against Dollar, prices remain high”
How to prevent gender-based violence
Domestic violence is described as willful intimidation, physical assault, battery, sexual assault, and/or other abusive behavior as part of a systematic Continue reading “How to prevent gender-based violence”
Parliament debates a motion to ban purchase of V-8s
The National Legislative Assembly is discussing a motion to ban purchase of Toyota V8 SUVs by all government institutions. Continue reading “Parliament debates a motion to ban purchase of V-8s”
How important is the Convention on the Rights of the Child?
South Sudan has ratified the Convention on the Rights of the Child, an international human rights treaty meant to protect children’s rights to health, Continue reading “How important is the Convention on the Rights of the Child?”
Juba residents on fuel shortage
Residents of Juba say they cannot get drinking water distributed by tankers due to fuel scarcity. Continue reading “Juba residents on fuel shortage”
US pledges additional $16m in humanitarian response
The United States has pledged $16 Million in additional humanitarian assistance to South Sudan. Continue reading “US pledges additional $16m in humanitarian response”
