1692: South Sudan commemorates this year’s breast-feeding week
Breast feeding week is marked annually on the first week of August. The theme this year is: Protect Breastfeeding: A Shared Responsibility. However, the relevant authorities have extended the commemoration from one week to a month-long campaign.  UNICEF Nutrition Officer Jessica Wudu Murye says this time will be used to create mass awareness on the importance of breastfeeding for the child’s h...
20m Aug 02, 2021
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1691: Impacts of inter-communal conflicts in Western Equatoria State on Civil population
Western Equatoria State like many other states in South Sudan was adversely affected by the 2013-2018 wars. Availability of small arms in the hand of civilians have emboldened the militarized youth and made it easy for the youth to recourse to use of arms to settle differences in among themselves.  Communities in Western Equatoria have coexisted peacefully for decades. And whenever there was a...
1hr 49m Jul 31, 2021
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1690: IGAD Special Envoy for South Sudan -"Principals discuss ratio sharing for unified command of the organized forces"
The IGAD Special Envoy for South Sudan, has confirmed that the principals to the peace agreement are discussing a proposal on ratio sharing for the unified command of the organized forces. The formation of the top military structure is a key element of the transitional security arrangements, and for the graduation of the necessary unified forces. IGAD Special Envoy, Ambassador Ismail Wais told ...
18m Jul 30, 2021
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1690: Child trafficking named the number one form of human trafficking prevalent in South Sudan
Child trafficking has been named the number one form of human trafficking prevalent in South Sudan.  The purposes of the trafficking range from sexual exploitation to labor and early and forced marriages.  1st Counsel Sabri Wani of the Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, also the Co-Chair of the National Task Force on Counter-Trafficking in Persons in South Sudan and Mr.Joseph Kenyi...
37m Jul 30, 2021
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1689: One-on-One with South Sudan Olympic Athletes in Tokyo
The two athletes representing South Sudan at the Tokyo Olympics are making final preparations ahead of their races next week.    Lucia William will run the women’s 200-metre race on Monday and Abraham Majok Matet prepares for the men’s 1,500 metre race due on Tuesday.    The athletes have been in Tokyo since 2019 training for the Summer Games.   We spoke to Lucia and Abraham online from To...
8m Jul 30, 2021
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1688: President Kiir revokes OPP list of lesgialtors, OPP makes fresh nominations.
Five of the six parties represented in the Other Opposition Parties group or the OPP, have made fresh nominations for their members to the reconstituted parliament and council of states, and are waiting for nominations from Peter Mayen’s People’s Liberal Party. This comes after the group decided to divide allocations following a misunderstanding with Peter Mayen, the leader of the Umbrella grou...
7m Jul 30, 2021
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1687: SPLM says dream of country’s liberators diverted by personal ambitions as South Sudan remembers the country’s martyrs.
As South Sudan marks the 16th anniversary of the Martyr’s Day today, the SPLM party says the dream the country’s liberators fought for has not been fully achieved because of multiple factors. SPLM spokesperson Deng Mading acknowledges that the vision to achieve a free, peaceful and developed South Sudan has been distracted by personal ambitions, internal party struggles and external factors. Ma...
12m Jul 30, 2021
12m
1686: South Sudan commemorates the World Hepatitis Day
South Sudan is today joining the rest of the world in commemorating the World Hepatitis Day.  The day is set aside to create awareness on the dangers of the disease.  Technical Officer, HIV/TB/Hapatitis program at the World Health Organisation, Dr. David Lukudu, is encouraging the public to get vaccinated for Hepatitis and has called on parents to take their children for vaccination. He spoke t...
15m Jul 28, 2021
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1685: Tensions in OPP leadership over TNLA appointments
Five groups of the Other Political Parties OPP, say Peter Mayen Majongdit is not the leader of the OPP.  The five signatories say Mayen only makes up a single group and therefore, does not qualify to be leader of the umbrella group. The Spokesperson of the OPP, Albino Akol Atak, says Mayen is misinforming the public members.       Albino Akol was speaking after the five OPP groups convened a...
16m Jul 27, 2021
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1684: Democracy in action
As South Sudan makes progress towards the implementation of the revitalized peace agreement, the legislative arm of government has seen women take up strategic positions following a recent announcement by president Salva Kiir. Last Friday, Jema Nunu Kumba was announced as the new speaker of the revitalized transitional national legislative assembly, while Mary Ayen Majok takes up the position o...
47m Jul 27, 2021
47m
1683: Hearing stalls at GBV and Juvenile court due to lack of power
A human rights advocate and legal aid provider says hearing of cases at the Gender Based-Violence and Juvenile court in Juba has stalled for over a one month now  due  to lack of power. The Executive Director of the Justice and Human Rights Observatory Group Godfrey Victor Bulla,  says inmates on remand have not been able appear in court for prosecution due to lack of electricity in the court r...
6m Jul 26, 2021
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1682: Union of Journalists of South Sudan engages government and other stakeholders to improve the working environment of journalist
The Union of Journalists of South Sudan – UJOSS is engaging government and other stakeholders to improve the working environment of journalists.  This follows the release of state media broadcaster, Alfred Dominic Angassi after one week of detention by security agents for what is described as an administrative matter. UJOSS President, Oyet Patrick Charles says Dominic was freed and reunited wit...
4m Jul 26, 2021
4m
1681: Tombura IDPs in dire need of humanitarian assistance.
Authorities in Tambura county continue to be worried about the living condition of IDPs forced out of their homes due to recent fighting. Thousands of people, mostly women and children are camped at a school and church compound without enough food, basic necessities and medicines. In an interview with Miraya's Lwak Nelson, the commissioner of Tombura county, Mathew Edward Mapenge says many of t...
5m Jul 26, 2021
5m
1680: The Roundtable: Examining the link between high demands for dowry and cattle rustling.
1hr 54m Jul 25, 2021
1hr 54m
1679: Chamber of commerce demands for end to illegal tax collection
The chamber of commerce in Juba city is calling on the city authority to take punitive measures against continued illegal collections from traders.  This follows complaints by several traders in Konyo-konyo market that four uniformed personnel, including two from the national fire bridge collected, sums of money from them on Thursday.  Chairperson of the Juba city Chamber of Commerce, Stephen...
1m Jul 23, 2021
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1678: Prime suspect behind Tambura violence arrested
A prime suspect accused of instigating the violence in Tambura county has been arrested.  The Western Equatoria state Minister of Information William Baiki says the suspect was apprehended yesterday by the Criminal Investigations Department officials while heading from Yambio to Tambura with ammunitions. He spoke to Miraya's Sebit William.  #TakeAListen
12m Jul 22, 2021
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1677: Resident flee Tambura into UNMISS base, school and church compound
3m Jul 20, 2021
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1677: FULL REPORT: Women, children flee Tambura into UNMISS base, school and church compound
Thousands of internally displaced persons in Western Equatoria, have fled for their life following armed attacks.  Women, children and the elderly ran for some 14 kilometers and are camped at schools and the church compound in Tambura.  Radio Miraya correspondent Phillip Mbugo described the worrying security and humanitarian situation in this 10" report. 
11m Jul 20, 2021
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1676: Community Empowerment for Progress Organization organizes three-day consultative dialogue in Tambura County, Western Equatoria State.
The Community Empowerment for Progress Organization in partnership with the Civil Affairs Division of the UN Mission in South Sudan is to organize a three-day consultative dialogue in Tambura County, Western Equatoria State. Speaking to Radio Miraya this afternoon on the line from Tambura, the Executive Director of CEPO, Edmond Yakani, the three-day dialogue starts tomorrow. Yakani says the aim...
6m Jul 20, 2021
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1675: Fighting continues in Tambura county
The situation in Tambura county, is 'getting out of hand,' were the words of the Western Equatoria state Minister for information William Baiki.  Reports indicate that several people are fleeing Tambura town seeking refuge at an #UNMISS (https://twitter.com/search?q=%23UNMISS) temporary operating base and towards #Yambio (https://twitter.com/search?q=%23Yambio) town.    Gunfire was reported la...
12m Jul 20, 2021
12m
1674: New Tax Payment Directives in South Sudan
The National Revenue Authority, NRA, says there is a significant increase in the number of taxpayers accessing their electronic services. Recently, the NRA introduced an electronic tax (e-Tax) portal for Taxpayer registration and issuance of Tax Identification Numbers through its website.  This is in line with the South Sudan Taxation Act, 2009 and part of economic reforms spelt out in the peac...
13m Jul 16, 2021
13m
1673: Updates on COVID 19 vaccination in South Sudan
Over 50, 000 people are said to have gotten their first dose of the COVID 19 Vaccine with just over 4000 who have taken the second doze so far. he disclosed that about 60,000 doses are expected in the country George Awenzio, Director Expanded Program on Immunization at the Ministry Of Health gave an update on the progress of the vaccines during an interview with Miraya's Lucy Kiden.  #TakeAListen
15m Jul 16, 2021
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1672: Local agricultural seed companies urged to enhance seed production
The Seed Traders Association of South Sudan has called on local seed companies to step up their efforts and locally produce agricultural seeds to assure food security for the country. Association secretary Isaac Woja says most seeds that South Sudan farmers are currently using are sourced from outside the country whose climatic conditions may not be suitable for South Sudan. Meanwhile Food and ...
25m Jul 15, 2021
25m
1671: OPP yet to appoint eight of their members to the council of State.
The leader of the Other Political Parties, Peter Mayen, has confirmed that they are yet to come up with a list of eight members to be appointed to the Council of States. Mayen spoke to Miraya's Sani Martin and said the delay from OPP should not affect the swearing-in of the legislatures. #TakeAListen
4m Jul 14, 2021
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1670: Consultations on Women and Trade for the African Continental Free Trade Area kicks off
South Sudanese women say lack of financial support and presence of multiple checkpoints have been some of the major obstacle hindering them from participating in cross-border trade. They revealed this at a national consultation aimed at providing a platform for women to voice their needs and interests about commerce in the context of the African Continental Free Trade Area.  It is supported by ...
9m Jul 14, 2021
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1669: Central Equatoria state embarks on an anti-rabies vaccination exercise for dogs.
The Central Equatoria state government is carrying out an anti-rabies vaccination exercise for dogs.  Vaccines are being administered free of charge at five centers in Juba town.  The director general of the state ministry of animal resources, George Kamala Lado says the vaccines were provided by a German non-profit organization, is encouraging dog-owners to take their animals for vaccination...
22s Jul 13, 2021
22s
1668: South Sudanese urged to rally against hate speech
South Sudan’s independence celebrations have made us all think of the state that we may aspire for. Sporadic inter-communal conflicts that are still taking place shows that hatred between communities still exists. With technological development people have started using social media to spread the hate speech among fellow citizens.  This morning Miraya breakfast featured an organization that ha...
44m Jul 13, 2021
44m
1667: UNICEF: Over 1 million children in South Sudan face acute malnutrition this year.
UNICEF warns that up to 1.4 million children in South Sudan face acute malnutrition this year.  The figure represents the highest number since the start of the conflict in 2013.  In its latest report on the impact of the humanitarian crisis on children, the UN children’s agency says the child mortality rate in the country is among the highest in the world, with 1 in every 10 children not expe...
5m Jul 13, 2021
5m
1666: Unity state tops the 2020 primary school leaving examinations
Authorities in Unity state have expressed joy as the state emerges the best in the 2020 primary leaving examinations, despite many schools being devastated by conflict.  The State Ministry of General Education and Instruction on Monday announced results of candidates in the state with an average overall of 96.5%.  State minister Stephen Tot Chieng says the good performance is due to concerted e...
1m Jul 13, 2021
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1665: Students in India share their independence message for South Sudan
Students in India, from across the world, have joined their South Sudanese fellow students in wishing the world’s youngest nation a happy independence celebration. The students having their studies at Marwadi University in Rajkot, Gujarat, India have shared special messages through their fellow students who are South Sudan nationals based in India. Take a listen 
4m Jul 12, 2021
4m
1664: South Sudan students celebrate independence in Ghana
The 10th anniversary of independence was celebrated in South Sudan, but also around the world, wherever South Sudanese live. The same happened in Ghana, West Africa where our students got together to mark this important day. Take a listen
6m Jul 12, 2021
6m
1663: The Roundtable: Taking stock of the last 10 years of South Sudan’s independence.
1hr 53m Jul 10, 2021
1hr 53m
1662: SRSG Nicholas Haysom's Independence Day Message
The United Nations Mission in South Sudan is a UN peacekeeping mission for the world’s youngest nation and has traveled the journey with South Sudan throughout the 10 years of its existence in a bid to secure durable peace for the country.  As the country commemorates 10years of its independence, UNMISS chief Nicholas Haysom has a special message for the citizens of the world’s youngest nation.
2m Jul 09, 2021
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1661: Economic Analyst: South Sudan needs robust public finance management
An economic analyst has called for the subsidizing of key commodities as a short-term measure to stabilizing the price of goods on the market. Akol Nyok Akol Dok says central bank should work with the ministry of trade to identify key commodities where government can subsidize the losses among traders. He further called for policies that will enhance people's trust in the local currency.  He wa...
16m Jul 09, 2021
16m
1660: South Sudan women awarded for their excellence in various fields
As part of events to commemorate the 10th independence anniversary, the South Sudan Women Intellectuals Forum has awarded women for their excellence in various fields. Recognition was made in 16 categories including education, peace, leadership, human rights, environment, journalism, and others.  This morning Miraya breakfast featured one of the organizers of the event Dr. Anne Pita Lomole. T...
16m Jul 09, 2021
16m
1659: President Kiir calls for renewed spirit as the country commemorates 10 years of independence
President Salva kiir says government is implementing a series economic reforms, which have led to the appreciation of the South Sudan Pound SSP against the US dollar. Speaking in his special address to mark South Sudan’s 10th independence anniversary, president Kiir called for renewed spirit as the country implements the revitalized peace agreement. The president further urged youth advocating ...
18m Jul 09, 2021
18m
1658: Diplomats share thoughts on South Sudan’s 10 years of independence
Despite the trials and tribulations that South Sudan has gone through during the last ten years as an independent country, the world’s youngest nation has had friends from different parts of the world pressing for a peaceful environment in the country. This morning Miraya breakfast feature diplomats from the United Kingdom, Norway, and USA. Take a listen to the full interview here.
32m Jul 09, 2021
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1657: Nationwide Discussion with Cabinet Affairs Minister
49m Jul 08, 2021
49m
1656: Civil Society activist frowns on government for failure to swear in members of the Transitional National Legislative Assembly
Civil Society activist Rajab Muhandis says the postponement of the swearing in of members of the Transitional National Legislative Assembly indicates lack of political will to implement the peace agreement. The MPs were supposed take oath of office on 9th July which marks the tenth anniversary of South Sudan’s independence. The announcement for the postponement was made as the government resolv...
6m Jul 08, 2021
6m
1656: RJMEC on South Sudan's tenth independence
 The interim chairperson of the Re-constituted Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission (RJMEC) has urged South Sudanese to keep hope alive as they celebrate the country's tenth independence on 9 July. Maj. Gen. Charles Gituai said, in order to maintain lasting peace, the country's leaders must implement the peace agreement.     He spoke to Miraya's Sebit William. #takeAlisten                ...
19m Jul 08, 2021
19m
1655: South Sudanese urged to celebrate the country’s 10 independence anniversary from their homes
The council of ministers has resolved that there will be no official celebrations for the country’s 10th independence anniversary on Friday.  In an extraordinary sitting chaired by President Salva Kiir in Juba today, cabinet advised the public to celebrate from their homes as part of measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19.   The council also postponed the swearing in of the new legislatur...
29s Jul 07, 2021
29s
1654: Nationwide: School Feeding Programme
The prolonged closure of schools due to the Corona Virus Disease-2019 pandemic, from March 2020 to May 2021 put at risk the futures of thousands of children in South Sudan. This affected not only their ability to learn, but also their access to nutritious food and health support provided by World Food Programme (WFP) as well as identifying and nurturing their talents through co-curricular activ...
42m Jul 07, 2021
42m
1653: ‘No Time to Mourn’ launches today
An anthology written by South Sudanese women is set to be launched today in Juba.  The first of its kind, ‘No Time to Mourn’ is a collection of short stories, poems, artwork, and photographs by Sudanese women across the globe. Two of the contributors to the book joined us this morning, explaining the importance of storytelling in nation building. Listen to the full interview as Miraya breakfa...
43m Jul 07, 2021
43m
1652: SSPDF soldier arrested in Hai Cinema shoot out to stand trial before military court
An SSPDF soldier who was arrested in a military operation in Juba on Monday is set to face trial in a military court.  The Military Intelligence officer popularly known as Mike Mike was apprehended on Monday following a gunshot exchange between National Security and Military Intelligence officers as he resisted arrest in the Hai Cinema area.  Army spokesperson Maj Gen Lul Ruai confirmed to Ra...
10m Jul 07, 2021
10m
1651: Government: We are working at improving teachers’ salaries
Ten years down the line, South Sudan as a young independent country, has had to transfer some of its energies toward building the education sector to realize an educated citizenry to help it run the affairs of the nation. This morning, Miraya breakfast featured the Undersecretary of the ministry of general education Kuyok Abol Kuyok who explained how South Sudan has fared in education since ind...
18m Jul 07, 2021
18m
1650: The role of activism in South Sudan's peace process
Moses Monday John,  a nonviolent activist, researcher and executive director of the Organization for Nonviolence and Development sat with Miraya's Lucy Kiden to talk about the different ways activism has impacted South Sudan 
39m Jul 06, 2021
39m
1649: National millennium strategic plan on persons with disabilities 2021-2023 addresses needy areas
When it comes to national growth, some sections of society, especially people living with disability, are normally left out. To avoid such, availability of data driven plans are critical to achieving the desired level of growth for all citizens. South Sudan is making frantic efforts to improve the welfare, lives and livelihood people living with disability across the nation.  Dr. Steven Dhieu,...
25m Jul 06, 2021
25m
1648: Nationwide: Update on oil production and related issues
The Undersecretary of the Ministry of Petroleum, Awou Daniel Chuang was our guest on today's Nationwide program. He gave an update on oil production and related issues, among which include the evaluation of companies that have expressed interest to do the environmental audit in South Sudan. Take a listen to the full interview here. Enjoy it.
39m Jul 05, 2021
39m
1647: U.S. partly waives sanctions on South Sudan for use of child soldiers
US President Joe Biden has waived some penalties under the Child Soldiers Protection Act of 2008 for South Sudan. The waiver aims to allow for the provision of assistance through UN Peacekeeping operations and certifies that the Government is taking effective and continuing steps to address the problem of child soldiers. This is contained in a report released by the State department last week...
1m Jul 05, 2021
1m
1646: IOM engages communities to identify priority development needs
The International Office for Migration (IOM) in South Sudan is engaging communities in more than 200 bomas across the country to identify priority developmental needs.    The chief of mission in South Sudan, Peter Van der Auweraert says humanitarian assistance must be accompanied by developmental and peacebuilding projects to address the many challenges affecting the people.    Peter says t...
6m Jul 05, 2021
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