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We voted for a dream: One youth’s reflection on a nation’s unfulfilled promise
Radio Tamazuj
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July 9, 2025
In 2011, South Sudan raised its flag for the first time, marking the birth of the world’s newest country. Streets in Juba and across the ten states erupted in celebration, with men, women, and children dancing to the drumbeat of liberation. For...
AU delegation did not meet Machar in Juba – diplomats
Radio Tamazuj
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June 24, 2025
A delegation from the African Union (AU) did not meet with detained First Vice President Riek Machar in Juba this week to discuss South Sudan’s stalled peace deal, multiple high-level diplomatic sources said. Social media reports since Monday...
Q&A with Sr. Thao Phi, advocate for peace in face of South African xenophobia
Global Sisters Report
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Sr. Thao Phi, a member of the Franciscan Missionaries of Mary, stands as a beacon of hope in the face of escalating violence and xenophobia in South Africa. She provides guidance and support to people impacted by the ongoing turmoil. As an...
Central Bank sets roadmap to stabilise local currency
The City Review
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June 24, 2025
Currency Management Committee, composed of senior Central Bank officials, now convene to address a key billion dollar question: How to maintain price stability and build a strong, credible financial system By William Madouk The Bank of South Sudan...
Russia to open Embassy in Juba in September
Sudans Post
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June 24, 2025
Chol Tong Mayay, South Sudan’s Ambassador to Russia. [Photo: Courtesy]JUBA – The Russian Federation is set to open its embassy in the Republic of South Sudan between September and October 2025, in a step toward deepening diplomatic and economic...
Trump administration holding immigrants from 26 countries at Guantánamo prison
The Independent
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July 9, 2025
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...
Sudan at tipping point: Power struggles over gold and dockets fuel ethnic unrest, foreign meddling
TUKO
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July 8, 2025
Armed movements and military factions are clashing over control of key ministries, particularly finance and mining, with accusations of betrayal and corruption intensifying within the ruling alliance, led by army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan. The...
If this player falls to 10, the Suns win the Kevin Durant trade
Bright Side of the Sun
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June 24, 2025
The Phoenix Suns' rebuild is just beginning, but they may have found their next franchise big man. With the Suns trading Kevin Durant to the Houston Rockets, most fans are focused on Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, and the hope of reclaiming cap...
Trade Ministry defends Atong Kuol’s record, refutes social media attacks
The City Review
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June 17, 2025
The Ministry’s statement sought to address what it called misinformation from an online platform, which made various accusations against Hon. Atong Kuol Manyang, including nepotism and corruption By Aguok Chok The Ministry of Trade and Industry...
Peace building a shared responsibility, says undersecretary Pia Philip
Eye Radio
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July 8, 2025
Author: Madrama James | Published: 3 hours ago Hon. Pia Philip Michael, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Peace Building, participating in a roundtable discussion with Eye Radio on the eve of International Peace Day, Friday, September 20, 2024. -...
Central Bank unveils currency reform roadmap to tackle liquidity crisis
Sudans Post
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June 23, 2025
Bank of South Sudan, Governor Dr. Addis Ababa Othow, chairs a meeting on Monday. [Photo: Courtesy]JUBA – The Bank of South Sudan has unveiled a new roadmap for reforming the South Sudanese Pound (SSP) to combat inflation and address the cash...
Kiir says law and order intact in first briefing after UAE return
Eye Radio
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July 8, 2025
Author: James Atem Kuir | Published: 3 hours ago President Salva Kiir Mayardit shakes hands with Vice President Benjamin Bol Mel at the State House on Monday, July 7th, 2025 - Photo Credit: Office of the President President Salva Kiir has...
Surely, what lessons in business success can Tagwirei teach our youth?
The Zimbabwean
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June 24, 2025
Tendai Ruben Mbofana Zimbabwe is a nation desperate for authentic leadership, especially for its youth. To directly receive articles from Tendai Ruben Mbofana, please join his WhatsApp Channel on:...
Let’s go digital, it is the pathway to convenient, modern banking
The City Review
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June 23, 2025
By Ajith Ajith Pioth The minister of Finance and Economic Planning, Dr. Marial Dongrin, recently raised concerns on the issue of liquidity crisis, saying: “We have managed to pay salaries over the past seven months without fail, but that money...
Central bank cuts interest rate in hopes of easing cash shortage
Eye Radio
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June 21, 2025
Author: James Atem Kuir | Published: 59 minutes ago Dr Addis Ababa Othow the newly appointed Governor of the Bank of South Sudan - courtesy The Bank of South Sudan has reduced its lending rate to commercial banks from 15% to 13%, in a move aimed...
Geopolitical tensions, USAID cuts pose threats to emerging economies, BoSS warns
The City Review
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June 23, 2025
Monetary Policy Committee attributes challenges confronting the financial and banking sectors, noting modest improvements in some important macroeconomic indicators. By William Madouk Economic experts at the bank of South Sudan are raising concern...
Trade minister suspends undersecretary, SSNBS boss over corruption, indiscipline
Radio Tamazuj
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June 14, 2025
South Sudan Minister of Trade and Industry Atong Kuol Manyang on Friday suspended Undersecretary John Achier Manyuat and Executive Director of the South Sudan National Bureau of Standards Gloria Nyoka Joseph, citing corruption and indiscipline....
Refugee population surpasses 6,500 as government pledges continued socio-economic integration
Informante
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June 23, 2025
Staff Reporter THE Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security’s Executive Director, Etienne Maritz, has reaffirmed Namibia’s commitment to easing the plight of forcibly displaced persons, highlighting that the country goal to...
Updated: Gov’t secures $385,000 for regional health conference in Juba
Eye Radio
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June 20, 2025
Author: Madrama James | Published: 7 hours ago Beny Gideon, the Undersecretary at the Ministry of East African Affairs, during a press conference in Juba, Friday, June 20, 2025 - Credit: Madrama James/Eye Radio Juba, South Sudan (Eye Radio) –...
EES governor to launch Torit University of Science and Technology
Eye Radio
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July 8, 2025
Author: Lasuba Memo | Published: 17 minutes ago Photo|Courtesy of Juba Times Eastern Equatoria Governor Louis Lobong Lojoro has announced plans to operationalize the Torit University of Science and Technology, following a meeting with the head of...