Army clerics organize prayers to build civilian-military relations
A group of army Chaplains in #SouthSudan have organized a prayer event to build relations between the army and citizens. The event at the John Garang Mausoleum this Saturday, will be led by the army clerics and will start from 10 o’clock in the morning till 5 o’clock in the evening. Civic-military relations have been strained, with many civilians living in fear of the military since the onset...
15m Jan 13, 2017
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UNICEF Campaign calls for Greater Investment in early childhood
The UN's children's agency - UNICEF, is asking Governments to embrace a campaign for greater investment and action in early childhood development. The global campaign under the slogan ‘Eat-Play-Love’ is spearheaded by UNICEF and calls on government to pay more attention to ensuring children are brought up in a peaceful environment in the first 1,000 days of their lives. Tim Irwin, UNICEF Comm...
5m Jan 12, 2017
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Season 3 of Sawa Shabab Radio Drama Series ready for Launch
Sawa Shabab a peacebuilding radio drama launches its third season this week. The educational and entertaining drama program on conflict resolution targeting youth between the ages of 15 and 30, will air on Radio Miraya and other local Radio Stations across the country. The drama follows the lives of four characters and sees how they evolve into peace builders in their communities. Speaking to...
4m Jan 09, 2017
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Bishop to Government: Can You Solve the Mystery of Unknown Gunmen?
A Bishop in Eastern Equatoria, is asking the Transitional Government of National Unity, to solve the mystery surrounding the “unknown gunmen”, being held responsible for the numerous attacks and ambushes along the contry's major highways. “Who are these unknown gunmen, can they not be found?" the Bishop of the Diocese of Torit in the Episcopal Church of Sudan, Bernard Oringa wondered. Bishop ...
5m Jan 04, 2017
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South Sudanese Scoops Danish Livia Award for Peace
“Sometimes little things are not noticed, but they always make an impact to persons and communities.” that’s the belief of William Ongoro, recipient of the Livia Award for Peace. William Ongoro, the former coordinator of the National Platform for Peace and Reconciliation, received his award at a colorful ceremony held in Denmark on November 28th 2016. He was also recognized for his role to br...
4m Jan 04, 2017
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Secondary School Certificate Examinations Postponed
Commencement of the South Sudan Secondary School certificate examinations has been postponed. Now this may come as either bad news to those students and parents that were ready for the exams earlier expected to start next week on Monday. But also it could be good news for those who were not ready for the exams. Either way, we need to find out why the postponement. This is how the Minister of...
5m Jan 04, 2017
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2016 Year in Review: Stories that Made the Headlines in South Sudan
2016 a year of remarkable stories in South Sudan. Radio Miraya Year In Review looks back at the remarkable strides and the daunting challenges South Sudan faced in 2016. This is the Year in Review with Susan Dokolo. Listen in
45m Dec 31, 2016
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Retired Bishop of Bor makes Plea for unity in New Year’s Message
The retired Bishop of Bor, Nathaniel Garang Anyieth, called for unity in his end of year message on Thursday. In an impassioned statement recorded by Radio Miraya, Bishop Garang, called for the South Sudanese to come together after a year of major challenges to Peace and stability. He said that 'no matter our differences, we are still one people and must unite to teach the young children to b...
2m Dec 30, 2016
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Japanese Ambassador End of Year messages focus on hope for South Sudan
Japan’s top diplomat in South Sudan, Ambassador Kiya Masahiko, has also focused his new year’s messages on hope, after the July incident in Juba ignited violence and dragged the country into the political, security, humanitarian, and economic difficulties. In his message, Ambassador Kiya Masahiko, expressed hope that the Year 2017, will bring the much desired aspirations of the people of South...
8m Dec 30, 2016
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Japan explains why it rejected arms embargo on South Sudan
[...] " The decision to give consent to the full and immediate deployment of the Regional Protection Force and the President’s speech to launch an inclusive National Dialogue. What is absolutely necessary is for the Government to swiftly translate these commitments into concrete actions in order to prevent large-scale violence." - Japan's Ambassador to South Sudan, Kiya Masahiko. Japan's ambas...
7m Dec 27, 2016
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Remarks by Samantha Power after UNSC Votes against Arms Embargo on South Sudan
The UN Security Council voted on Friday against a draft resolution that sought to impose an arms embargo on South Sudan and targeted sanctions on three key Government and opposition figures. Defeated by a vote of 7 in favor to none against, with 8 abstentions, if adopted the draft would have instituted a ban on arms sales to South Sudan as well as designating three officials as subject to an a...
12m Dec 24, 2016
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Christmas Message for South Sudan by Mustapha Soumare, Ag Head of UNMISS
The Acting Special Representative of the Secretary General and Head of the UN Mission in South Sudan, Mustafa Soumare, has delivered his Christmas message, in which he advised the citizens to focus on the values that unite the nation. Mr. Mustapha Soumare acknowledged that while the fighting has slowed the implementation of the peace agreement, people of South Sudan should not lose hope. He p...
3m Dec 23, 2016
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Festus Mogae delivers Impassioned Christmas Message to South Sudan
[...] "I urge each one of you to light a candle of peace in your home, allow that candle to burn and pledge a message of peace to each other and bless 2017, with a renewed spirit of forgiveness, reconciliation and healing ...” - Festus Mogae. The chairperson of the Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission - JMEC, Festus Mogae, has delivered his Christmas message stressing the need for South ...
4m Dec 23, 2016
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President Museveni advises TGoNU to Stop the war, stir country to Elections
“I would appeal to the transitional government headed by the President and all the other stakeholders to stop all actions involving the security so that the people focus on the elections, all fighting should stop so that the people of South Sudan can regain their power," - President Yoweri Museveni speaking at the end of a one day official visit to Juba. #Uganda's President Museveni arrived in...
2m Dec 22, 2016
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South Sudan Red Cross takes stock of Year in Review
It’s just 9 – days to end the year and it’s time to take stock of our successes, failures and challenges before we can map out our next plan of action. Well talking about taking stock, I managed to catch with the Secretary General of the South Sudan Red Cross John Lobor, when he had some spare time, and asked him ‘What’s happened this year?’ Here are his thoughts on the on the organization;
13m Dec 22, 2016
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UK applauds National Dialogue, Bolsters support to UNMISS
Up to four hundred (400) UK Armed Forces personnel are to join UN peacekeeping work in #SouthSudan, UK Minister for the Middle East and Africa, Mr. Tobias Ellwood, has said.He said the armed personnel will be comprised of medical personnel and engineers among others. Mr Ellwood, jetted into the country on Wednesday to affirm Britain’s commitment to support efforts to restore stability in the c...
5m Dec 22, 2016
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Juba and Khartoum agree to extend Oil deal by 3 - Years
“I am happy to announce that we have reached an agreement to extend the cooperation especially in the petroleum industry we will extend the agreement for three years ..." South Sudan has reached a deal to extend the expiring oil agreement with the Sudanese government. The deal came after two days of negotiations between the Government of South Sudan led by Ezekiel Lol Gathkuot, Minister of Pe...
5m Dec 21, 2016
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Yei calls for Massive awareness after Spike in Rape
The Voice for change, a community Based Organization in Yei is calling for massive awareness for both victims and survivors. Radio Miraya Reporter, Philip Wani, caught up with one man determined to support the women and girls too afraid to either report the cases or even seek medical and psycho social support. In this interview, he began by explaining the latest statistics on rape cases.
4m Dec 21, 2016
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Ban Ki-moon Calls for Inclusive Process to bring Peace in South Sudan
[...] "It is time to put the people of South Sudan and not its leaders at the forefront of any strategy. The international community must come together to provide the necessary help and incentives. At the same time we should be united and determined in following through with severe consequences for those who impede the path to peace and stability. In that spirit I reiterate my call for an arms ...
9m Dec 20, 2016
9m
MSF Intervenes in Rabies treatment in South Sudan
The international medical humanitarian organization Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) has started a rabies intervention in #SouthSudan. The intervention is designed to prevent any further fatalities from Rabies one of the most neglected and under-reported disease. Adrian Guadarrama, is the Medical coordinator MSF and in this interview with Miraya Breakfast show host Sebit...
5m Dec 19, 2016
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South Sudan Ambassador to UN applauds role of UNMISS, says no to sanctions
The United Nations Security Council has unanimously approved an extension of the UN Mission in South Sudan till December 15th 2017. The 15-nation Security Council authorized the Mission to protect civilians, monitor and investigate human rights abuses and violations, create conditions conducive to the delivery of humanitarian assistance, and support implementation of the Agreement on the Resolu...
11m Dec 19, 2016
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Address to the Nation – President Salva Kiir asks for forgiveness, sells optimism for Peace
[…] "I am asking you the people of #SouthSudan to forgive me for any mistakes i have committed" - President Salva Kiir. Reflecting on the events and incidents that have rocked South Sudan this year, President Salva Kiir on Wednesday urged the citizens to reject the politics of hatred and unite in support of the national dialogue, which he described as “a hallmark of South Sudan’s liberation st...
30m Dec 14, 2016
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The Power of the UN is the story of my Life – Ban Ki-moon
[...] "After the Korean War, UN aid fed us. UN textbooks taught us. UN global solidarity showed us we were not alone. For me, the power of the United Nations was never abstract or academic. It is the story of my life, and many Korean people. It is a story of many millions, and millions of people around the world, many children, young boys and girls." - Ban Ki-moon, outgoing Secretary General of...
5m Dec 14, 2016
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HIV Viral load Monitoring Capacities Urgently needed in South Sudan
Access to HIV viral load monitoring, is absent in #SouthSudan, despite the strides made in increasing access to antiretroviral drugs in this conflict striven part of the world. The acting Country Director UNAIDS South Sudan said HIV viral load monitoring is urgently needed to provide vital information in determining when certain drugs are no longer working and need to be switched. This is par...
6m Dec 13, 2016
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Secretary-General-designate António Guterres - Speech after the Oath of Office
[...] "UN was born from war, today we must be here for peace. From the acute crisis in #Syria, #Yemen, and #SouthSudan as well as the Israel Palestinian conflict we need mediation, arbitration as well as creative diplomacy." - UN Secretary-General-designate António Guterres. Antonio Guterres was sworn in Monday as Secretary-General of the United Nations, becoming the 9th U.N. chief. Guterres ...
18m Dec 13, 2016
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South Sudan Government must address impunity
South Sudan needs to ensure systems are in place to address impunity and guarantee respect of human rights. The call comes from the Director of the Human Rights Division in the UN Mission, as the country observes Human Rights Day. Eugene Nindorera, spoke to Sebit William stressing that the primary responsibility of ensuring respect of citizens’ rights lies with the government. More in this i...
13m Dec 12, 2016
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Top UN official urges South Sudan Leadership to Respect human life
[...] “This country needs to discover the sanctity of human life, this country needs to realize that its most important resource is its people. This country to realize that regardless of ethnic origin, religion or place of residence, every South Sudanese must be considered a person who has in him or herself a sacred life that needs to be preserved, protected and nurtured." - Michael Kingsley-Ny...
5m Dec 12, 2016
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Corruption destroys a nation
“Corruption destroys a nation,” Mr. Awadi Masha and Ms. Christine Jada, both commissioners of the Anti-corruption commission of #SouthSudan have said. Describing #Corruption manifested through abuse of power, embezzlement of funds, and sexual harassment, the two commissioners acknowledged that the level of reporting incidents of corruption to the commission has dropped significantly, over the ...
10m Dec 09, 2016
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UNHCR mobilizes South Sudan’s refugee children for school
“It is vital that the children get the education they deserve,” he added stressing that “these children are South Sudan’s leaders of tomorrow, we need to make sure that they have the skills and the knowledge so that once it is safe for them to go back home, they are able to rebuild their country.” - Charles Yaxley, UNHCR external relations officer in Uganda. The United Nations High Commissione...
8m Dec 09, 2016
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Bineta Diop: Guns must fall silent to give women the dignity they deserve
The need for Peace, security, justice and accountability are key messages the women of South Sudan have delivered to Bineta Diop, AU Special Envoy on Women, Peace and Security. Bineta Diop, currently on a four – day trip to South Sudan, met with the Minister of Gender and social welfare and also spoke to civil society activists in the country. Addressing a news conference on Wednesday, Madam ...
5m Dec 08, 2016
5m
16 – Days of activism: WFP Puts Gender Equality into the spotlight
The Women of South Sudan, just like their counterparts on the African continent are the backbone of the agricultural sector. They are the central pillars to sustaining food supplies both domestically and nationally. But widespread gender based violence can actually affect the women’s ability to produce food and in turn impact food security. The World Food Program family in South Sudan has lau...
8m Dec 07, 2016
8m
IGAD: Peace agreement is the lifeline and only thread of Hope for South Sudan
[...] “The implementation of the agreement is the lifeline for South Sudan government and the people; it is also the only thread of hope for them to hang on in order to attain peace and Democracy in South Sudan, says H.E Amb. Mahboub Maalim, IGAD Executive Secretary. "Therefore, I think the implementation of the agreement is a red line for all of us, the implementation must go on unimpeded if ...
5m Dec 07, 2016
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FAO farmer field schools transforming Women's lives in South Sudan
Unprecedented levels of marginalization against women in South Sudan, has prompted the establishment of farmer field schools - one of the biggest initiatives yet by the UN’s food and Agriculture Organization - FAO. With more than 600 farmer field schools spread across the country, Rose Adede, the Gender Officer with the Food and Agriculture Organization, said the idea is to empower women with ...
7m Dec 06, 2016
7m
New association to boost constructive dialogue on South Sudan
A new initiative has been formed to boost the ability of South Sudan's young people to engage in constructive dialogue about critical issues related to the country. The Grand Debaters association of South Sudan, is the brainchild of Mr peter Akao. Akao spoke with Miraya Breakfast Show host Sebit William to explain the link between constructive engagement and peace building. More in this inte...
6m Dec 06, 2016
6m
Women must instill a culture of Peace in their children
The Spokesperson of the South Sudan Women Peace Initiative, a local women’s advocacy group says women of South Sudan must start to inculcate a culture of peace in their children starting right at home. Lilli Akol, spoke with Radio Miraya, at a Peace rally held in Hai Referendum on Saturday, stressing the that Women’s participation in the prevention and resolution of conflicts is critical to bu...
5m Dec 05, 2016
5m
Great Things Can Happen when We Take Rewarding Risks
Great things can happen when we get out of what we consider is normal, take a risk to transform lives and situations. Taurayi, compels us to take risks for the sake of Unity, stability and peace in South Sudan.
17m Dec 05, 2016
17m
Calls for Peer to Peer HIV Support for South Sudan's Youths
A South Sudanese Youth activist is calling for the creation of Peer to Peer HIV support groups, on World Aids Day. Peer to Peer support has already gained ground in Maridi, where the HIV prevalence rates have reportedly seen a spike. Peter Garang Ngor, the peer, the coordinator Students peer project in Maridi, said he was "shocked... there is currently several misconceptions surrounding HIV A...
9m Dec 01, 2016
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"Dont Forget South Sudan" - SRSG Ellen Margrethe Loej tells International Community
[...] "I would have hoped to live a more peaceful South Sudan behind, but i remain optimistic that if peace takes hold, people will pursue their aspirations and dreams ... there is a very brighter future at the end of the tunnel for #SouthSudan in my view, and I just hope that we can shorten the distance to that bright future." - Ellen Margrethe Loej, UN Top official in South Sudan. Ellen Marg...
22m Nov 30, 2016
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Liberian Female Author Speaks on the Power of Healing and Reconciliation
The women of South Sudan are being encouraged to speak out against gender based violence as a first step towards finding solutions and eliminating violence against women. Agnes Fallah Kamara-Umunna, was a teenager when the civil war in Liberian, considered one of the bloodiest in Africa’s history broke out in 1989 and claimed more than 200,000 lives. Kamara hosted a radio show, "Straight from...
6m Nov 30, 2016
6m
UN Human Rights Commissioner Implores Government to Preserve Evidence of Conflict related Crimes
“We are hungry, we are thirsty, we are sick and we feel unsafe and insecure, we need protection” - statements repeatedly made by the women, men and youths of Dollo county in Kuda, located 52 kilometers from Juba in #SouthSudan. Dr Godfrey Musila, a Human Rights Lawyer, also Commissioner at the United Nations Commission on Human Rights in South Sudan, visited Kuda on Sunday to listen first hand...
5m Nov 29, 2016
5m
How can we end Child Marriages? - An activist's Perspective
With 52% of girls married before their 18th birthday, South Sudan is home to almost half of the world’s child brides. Over the past few years, regional countries have taken significant steps to end child marriage in. Just last week, a regional meeting was convened in Nairobi, to discuss ways to engage the media to step up action and advocacy against child marriage. So What is the media Actio...
6m Nov 29, 2016
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South Sudanese in London to share innovations in Radio Station set up
The Sun in South Sudan is free and while fuel prices remain high, One man has found it possible to power a radio station using the solar energy. Issa Kassimu, built a solar power system providing 100 percent clean electrical power to Mayardit FM – a community based radio station in Turalei, Twic. The station uses the solar power to broadcast to 100km for 16 hours a day, 6am to 10pm. Kassimu w...
5m Nov 28, 2016
5m
Army steps up patrols to control armed attacks and Road ambushes
More soldiers and the police will be seen patrolling highways and major roads as the army scales up its efforts to thwart possible road ambushes and armed attacks. The move is the latest in a series of measures announced by the army spokesperson, Brigadier Lul Ruai to fortify South Sudan’s major highways against the escalating threat. He spoke to our reporter, Alex Agole and began by explaini...
3m Nov 28, 2016
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JMEC, Vice President welcome Cabinet's approval of the Regional Protection Force
“It is very good news, that is what we were all looking for. It gives us all hope that things will be changing for the better. The arrival of the protection force is one of the important components for the way forward.” - Festus Mogae "Peace is not simple, it is not a work of one day, it is a process of buildup of so many good things, off course the RPF is one factor to contribute to this." - ...
2m Nov 25, 2016
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South Sudan: Cabinet accepts deployment of Regional Protection Force
Cabinet accepts deployment of Regional Protection Force anytime from now. The announcement was made by deputy information minister Akol Paul Kordit after the regular Council of Ministers meeting in Juba. Speaking to Journalists shortly after the council of Ministers meeting in Juba, Akol said the ministers unanimously agreed to the force’s deployment to allow the resettlement of displaced per...
7m Nov 25, 2016
7m
UNMISS creates Weapons Free Zone to ensure safety of IDPs
A ‘Weapons Free Zone’ has been established to enhance protection around the UN Protection of Civilian Site in Juba. The 200 meter perimeter area was created by UNMISS in collaboration with the Ministry of the Interior, to help curtail criminal activity in the PoC site and surrounding villages. The Officer in Charge of the UNMISS Relief, Reintegration and Protection Section, Sam Muhumure, says...
4m Nov 25, 2016
4m
Exclusive: Festus Mogae Presses for a Peace Offensive in South Sudan
Festus Mogae chairperson of the Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission - JMEC, says President Salva Kiir, the Vice President Taban Deng Gai and the other leaders should invite warring parties to stop fighting and give more impetus to the peace process. Speaking exclusively to Miraya Breakfast Show, H.E Festus Mogae, acknowledged that modest and delicate gains have been scored, but implored...
17m Nov 23, 2016
17m
More than 200 Prison inmates at Juba Central prison graduate
Have you ever imagined that the walls inside a prison room could provide the safest place to study? Well, there is proof to show this. More than 200 inmates at Juba Prison Graduated on Tuesday after completing technical training in carpentary, tailoring, electrical installation and other vocational skills training courses. Our reporter, Henry Lokuri, attended the graduation ceremony and filed...
6m Nov 23, 2016
6m
UNICEF calls for recommitments to protecting childrens' rights
UN Children’s Organisation UNICEF is calling on the government, its leaders and partners to recommit themselves to protecting the basic rights of children. The call comes on the 27th anniversary of the Convention on the Rights of the Child, adopted by the United Nations on November 20th 1989, as a blue print for ensuring the respect of the basic rights of children, to allow them realize their ...
6m Nov 21, 2016
6m
Doha based organisation advocates for education of South Sudanese children caught up in conflict
The Education Above All Foundation, a Doha based non-governmental organization is calling for the right to education to be respected for children caught up in conflict in South Sudan. The organization recently signed a partnership with the UN General Assembly to advocate for the rights to education to every child in conflict setting. The foundation is focusing on South Sudan and Northern Ugand...
5m Nov 18, 2016
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