2067: Abled Differently Episode One
Listen to the first episode of Abled Differently, a program for the physically challenged presented by Denish Ogen Rwot, every Saturday from 5-6 PM only on Radio Miraya.
41m Oct 01, 2022
41m
2066: Round Table - National Budget 2022/23
Each year South Sudan prepares and tables the national budget before the end of June. This year the process was delayed and the national budget was passed 3 months into the new fiscal year period. On the Roundtable this Saturday we ask, how is the 2022-2023 National Budget useful to citizens?
1hr 37m Oct 01, 2022
1hr 37m
2065: UNMISS Chief vows to investigate sexual exploitation crimes in Malakal
UNIMISS Chief Nicholas Haysom says despite recent media reports alleging sexual exploitation by some aid workers at the UNMISS PoC site in Malakal, the mission will not hold back on its duty to report and to monitor conflict related sexual violence in other areas in the country. Listen to the full press briefing here
41m Sep 28, 2022
41m
2065: Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries to Launch Rabies Vaccination Campaign
Today, South Sudan joins the rest of the world in commemorating World Rabies Day.  An international awareness campaign coordinated by the Global Alliance for Rabies Control. In South Sudan events will be held in Juba and Aweil towns. This will be marked with rabies vaccination campaigns, animal welfare and public health messaging. Listen to the full discussion with the President of South Sudans...
29m Sep 28, 2022
29m
2064: South Sudan's Ebola Response Plans
By Sunday, the Ugandan Health Ministry reported that 4 people have died of confirmed Ebola cases while 17 others classified as probable cases had also died. The outbreak had also now spread to three districts in central Uganda. The current outbreak in Uganda is attributed to the Ebola Sudan strain. It reportedly started in a small village in Mubende district around the beginning of September. T...
29m Sep 27, 2022
29m
2063: Spotlight on Ms Kyoko Yokosuka
The Deputy Executive Director of the United Nations Volunteer program is on the spotlight this week. Learn more about the UNV program and what inspires Ms Kyoko Yokosuka to continue with her development work.
44m Sep 26, 2022
44m
2062: VP Hussein Abdelbagi Akol's address to UN General Assembly
The government has allocated $10mln US to address humanitarian challenges caused by flooding in the country. Vice President for Services Cluster, Hussein Abdelbagi Akol made the announcement in a statement yesterday to the UN General Assembly in New York. In his address, VP Abdelbagi informed the assembly that up to 80% of the country has been affected by three consecutive years of flooding, ...
10m Sep 23, 2022
10m
2061: Radio Miraya correspondent scoops best negotiator award
Jonglei Radio Miraya correspondent has been crowned best negotiator for his outstanding performance during the diplomatic simulation of the United Nations Diplomats in Dubai. Mach Samuel Adut featured on the Miraya breakfast this morning and gave us the details. Take a listen
7m Sep 23, 2022
7m
2060: Women in Wau find livelihood in fixing broken Boreholes
Women empowerment may be defined in several ways depending on where you are, and the activity involved. In Wau, women have acquired a skill in repairing broken Boreholes from which they generate income to support their families. The women were trained by Water is Basic, an organization which was established in 2006. Radio Miraya’s Suzan Dokolo spoke to Stephen Roese, the president of the organ...
8m Sep 22, 2022
8m
2059: South Sudan ranked last on the 2022 Freedom Score
South Sudan has continued recording unfavorable ranking in governance. The Freedom House, an organization championing adherence to democratic tenets, has released its 2022 Freedom Score which ranks South Sudan Last in the horn of Africa with a score of 1 out of 100. The Report highlights Political Rights and Civil liberties. Reacting to the report, civil activists say government has done very ...
35m Sep 21, 2022
35m
2058: Economist weighs in on the increase in communication tariffs
In our daily life, communication using latest technology has helped build relationships, businesses, and saved lives in some instances. However, these benefits may eventually not be enjoyed by everyone due to an increase tariff rates by telecommunication companies. According to a statement issued by National Communications Authority NCA last week, the exercise is set to be implemented in three ...
42m Sep 19, 2022
42m
2057: First Ever Boda Boda Convention in South Sudan
The office HE. Rebecca Nyandeng De Mabior, Vice President Youth and Gender Cluster, Republic of South Sudan has organized the first -ever South Sudan commercial motorcycles convention to raise awareness on road safety and  gender based violence in the country.
16m Sep 16, 2022
16m
2056: Statelessness Animu Athiei's Story
 | What does it mean to be stateless in South Sudan? To be disowned by the country you voted into existence. Animu Athiei, is living this reality as she awaits a court procedure to hear her case to Justify her South Sudanese-ness.
12m Sep 16, 2022
12m
2055: Nationwide discussion on government mass identity registration campaign
The Identity Day (ID Day) Campaign is the ongoing Call for government authorities in all countries around the world to officially recognize 16 September as Identity Day. This day was rectified by the United Nations Secretary Council  in 2021 and will be celebrated worldwide on September 16th. It is a commemoration of the UN Sustainable Development Goal 16.9 which calls for the provision of leg...
45m Sep 16, 2022
45m
2054: Round Table: University Students’ role in Peace building
It is irrefutable that the future of South Sudan lies in the hands of young people,  more especially on the good citizens who are pursuing their high education across and beyond the country. Given their ethnic and cultural diverse composition and the relationship they develop during their studies, the university students can be agents for change of cultural of war and hate across their communit...
1hr 47m Sep 10, 2022
1hr 47m
2053: Nationwide Discussion on peace monitoring process in South Sudan
In this Nationwide discussion we are hosting  the Chief of Staff for Revitalized Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission, Ambassador Berhanu Kebel.  RJMEC is a body set up by the peace agreement in 2015 and continued to carry out monitoring activities that include security and ceasefire mechanisms along other political engagements.  It has been instrumental in engaging the signatories to the...
45m Sep 09, 2022
45m
2052: International Literacy Day
South Sudan will  join the rest of the world in commemorating the International Literacy Day tomorrow. This day is celebrated each year on 8 September 6, 2022, to remind the public of the importance of literacy as a matter of dignity and human rights, and to advance the literacy agenda towards a more literate and sustainable society.  Listen to the full discussion with Samuel Dem, Acting Direct...
12m Sep 07, 2022
12m
2051: Nationwide Discussion on Civil-military relations in Morobo
The Community Empowerment for Progress Organization has recently facilitated a workshop with funding from IOM and Whitaker Peace Initiative in Panyume Payam, one of the payams under Morobo County.  The conference was known as The Second Civilian-Military Trust and Confidence Dialogue in Panyume Payam of Morobo County Morobo County is one of the six counties in Central Equatoria State, with mor...
40m Sep 07, 2022
40m
2050: Artists Call for Government Support To Fine Arts Sector
A group of South Sudanese artists say they need more support from government to help them develop and cultivate artistic talent in the country. Listen to the full discussion on the role of art and artists in the peace process here.
37m Sep 06, 2022
37m
2049: Women's Block appeals for inclusion in the peace process
The Women’s Block of South Sudan says though they were not consulted in the drafting of the roadmap extending the transitional period by 24 months, they are left with no option but to support it. They also appealed to the government to open the civic space for engagement so that all the remaining tasks in the transitional period can be completed.
9m Sep 05, 2022
9m
2048: The Bishop of Yei Diocese on controvery same-sex marriages at the Lambeth Conference
 The bishop of Yei Diocese has returned from Ireland from attending the hosting kingdom voices, a global mission conference for the church of Ireland. The bishop was also part of the group of Anglican bishops who met in England for the Lambeth Conference in Canterbury that took place in July and ended on the 8th of August there after he visited Ireland for the Hosting Kingdom voices which he ha...
13m Sep 05, 2022
13m
2047: The Roundtable: Tasks for the recently graduated Necessary Unified Forces
1hr 57m Sep 03, 2022
1hr 57m
2046: Nationwide Discussion on the work of the South Sudan National Bureau of Standards and Metrology
In this episode of Nationwide we speak to the Chief Executive office of South Sudan's National Bureau of Standards Mrs Mary Gordon Mourtat to get an update on the work the Bureau has been doing to ensure that the country's imports meet quality and safety standards.  The Bureau has been implementing several programs, including hiring and contracting international companies to certify quality ass...
55m Sep 01, 2022
55m
2045: ICRC tracing more than 5 thousands missing persons in South Sudan
August 30 is International Day of the Disappeared. A day to honor the memory of missing persons, acknowledge the loss and challenges faced by their families, raise awareness of the humanitarian impact of this issue and search for solutions. It is a particularly important day for the families of the Missing as it acknowledges their loss and recognizes their right to know what happened to their l...
25m Sep 01, 2022
25m
2044: Nationwide Discussion - Reaction to the Graduation of Forces in Juba
The Chairperson of South Sudan's Civil Society Alliance has welcomed the graduation of the first batch of the necessary unified forces in South Sudan.  Listen to the full discussion on Nationwide here.
48m Aug 31, 2022
48m
2043: Breastfeeding on the increase in South Sudan
Recent data suggests that 68 per cent of children in South Sudan are exclusively breastfed during the first six months of their life. This is a positive improvement from 2010 when rates were only 45 per cent, but this means that one in three children - are still not being exclusively breastfed for the first six months of life. Listen to the full discussion with Rita Demetry, Senior Inspector fo...
41m Aug 31, 2022
41m
2042: Is South Sudan ready for The African Free trade Agreement?
The growth of every nation depends on how much economic activity it has within and outside its borders. Interconnectivity with other countries creates a much wider market access for trade which is essential to every country. Belonging to a regional block like the East African Community has its narrative pertaining to economic growth of individual countries. Currently, the focus has shifted to a...
42m Aug 29, 2022
42m
2041: Round Table - Constitutional Mandate of the Council of States
Following series of insecurity incidences that befell the Unity State especially in the Counties of Leer and Mayom in recent months and weeks. The Council of States summoned the State Governor to explain what had happened and what the state government has done to arrest the insecurity? After much animated deliberations the Council of States in its wisdom in a resolution Number 10/2022 resolved...
1hr 47m Aug 27, 2022
1hr 47m
2040: Mobile cinema to hit the streets of South Sudan
Entertainment has for long been known to be an integral part of human life. South Sudan has various forms of activities that hold the attention and interest of individuals for pleasure and delight. However, there is not much to talk about when it comes to the big screen. The good news is that a mobile cinema will soon be launched to cater for movie lovers. BALAJI MOORTMY represents the organiza...
6m Aug 26, 2022
6m
2039: Spotlight on Alejandra Ospina
In The Spotlight this week we feature Alejandra Ospina. In the past five years, Alejandra Ospina worked as a Human Resources Assistant in the UN Political Mission in Colombia from the very beginning of the Mission where she performed activities in all different areas in the HR Unit such as recruitment processes, onboarding, administration of contracts, benefits, and entitlements for different t...
35m Aug 24, 2022
35m
2038: Nationwide Discussion on Prospects for Economic Development in South Sudan
The World Bank Country Manager for South Sudan, Mr. Firas Raad says for the country to turn the corner it needs to experience a long period of peace and stability. Listen to the full discussion on the prospects for Economic Development in South Sudan on Nationwide.
43m Aug 22, 2022
43m
2037: The Round Table: Legislative Priorities after the political stalemate in the Parliament
Since May 2022, the SPLM-IO has stayed away from all parliamentary sittings of the Reconstituted Transitional National Legislative Assembly following misunderstanding on the passing of the Political Parties Act, 2022. On 11th August, the principals to the peace agreement met and resolved to send back to the Assembly all the Bills passed during the SPLM – IO boycott. This morning, the Round Tabl...
1hr 58m Aug 20, 2022
1hr 58m
2036: UN Humanitarian Coordinator calls for joint action to address humanitarian crisis in South Sudan
The UN Humanitarian Coordinator is calling for joint action to address the humanitarian crisis in South Sudan, and an immediate end to attacks against civilians and humanitarian workers. Addressing a media briefing on the eve of World Humanitarian Day, Ms. Sara Beysolow Nyanti, underscored the importance of community support and peace in humanitarian response. South Sudan continues to be the m...
8m Aug 19, 2022
8m
2035: US Embassy: Exert more efforts in ending unlawful recruitment of Child Soldiers and forced labor
South Sudan has been urged to exert more efforts in putting an end to unlawful recruitment of Child Soldiers and forced labor. Highlighting details of this Year’s Trafficking in Persons Global Report to Radio Miraya, the US Embassy Political and Economic Counselor, Enrique Gallego says there is need to investigate and prosecute suspected traffickers.  Gallego mentions this year’s report recom...
1m Aug 19, 2022
1m
2034: Nationwide the Challenges of Relocating South Sudan Cargo from Mombasa to Nairobi freight terminal
After reports that the South Sudan Customs Division requested in a letter dated 14 April, the Kenyan Revenue Authority to transfer all South Sudans' transit cargo to Nairobi Freight Terminal.  The decision angered the business community which felt left out of the changes. “There were no consultations,” they said. Some businesses complied and others didn’t and there was tension. The tension cont...
44m Aug 17, 2022
44m
2033: Nationwide Discussion on Kenyan Elections
Our neighboring Kenya has just run a presidential election. Many have been following with interest but also with mixed feelings. For South Sudanese, how do you feel about ‘how the election was run’? Do you think the same can happen in South Sudan? why? How should supporters and citizens behave if they feeling something is wrong with the process?  Listen to the full discussion on the Nationwide ...
44m Aug 17, 2022
44m
2032: Humanitarian workers
As we build up towards Humanitarian Day this Friday, listen to humanitarian workers’ voices as they share about their work and experiences. This morning we featured Panther Alier, Executive Director of Smile Again Africa Development Organization – SAADO and Dr Daniel Machuor Arok, Executive Director of Community in Need Aid – CINA. Take a listen
9m Aug 17, 2022
9m
2031: Army report into Mayom extrajudicial killings presented to Chief of Defense Forces
An initial report into the recent execution of suspects in Mayom county, Unity state has been completed.  Army spokesperson, Maj. Gen Lul Ruai says a senior officer who was sent to Mayom where four suspects alleged to be the killers of Mayom County Commissioner were executed, has returned to Juba with a report. Major General Lul Ruai says the SSPDF will carry out an investigation and the author...
1m Aug 17, 2022
1m
2030: Analyst says Kenya election presents economic opportunities for South Sudan
An economic analyst says the results of the Kenyan elections should present a new opportunity for South Sudan to push for economic gains.  Akol Nyok Akol Dok says South Sudan as a member of the East African Community, should use the election of William Ruto as the new president to explore issues of free trade zones, lifting of taxes and improvement of infrastructure – including the construction...
8m Aug 16, 2022
8m
2029: Nyajima Gatkouth – Humanitarian worker
As a build up to the World Humanitarian Day which falls on 19 of August, Radio Miraya is this week featuring humanitarian workers sharing stories about their work in the community. This morning our guest was Nyajima Gatkouth, the National Protection Officer at Nonviolent Peace Force. Take a listen
24m Aug 15, 2022
24m
2028: Nationwide - World Humanitarian Day- WHO
The Humanitarian situation in South Sudan remains dire. 2.5 million people  need Humanitarian healthcare services. World Health Organization's country representative Dr. Fabian Ndenzako says they are working with the government to improve healthcare services. In the run up to marking World Humanitarian Day on Friday 19th, Dr. Fabian spoke to Miraya’s reporter Regina Gorle.
6m Aug 13, 2022
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2027: Ana Taban - International Youth Day
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12m Aug 12, 2022
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2026: Interview - Ajah Chol Manyiel
South Sudanese are among some of the strong Africans who have experienced quite numerous interesting situations in their everyday life. The question could be ‘how much of that is being documented?’ We try to get closer to the answer with a discussion with  one of South Sudan’ authors. Ajah Tabitha Chol is a Writer and Author of ‘The woman of Kush’.
11m Aug 11, 2022
11m
2025: Interview : Gak Malek - Jobs and Opportunities Fair 2022
The United Nations Development Programme  in partnership with the office of the Vice President – Gender and Youth Cluster, is organizing a Jobs and Opportunities Fair which will take place on Friday the 12th of August (International Youth Day). The fair seeks to upskill young people  on job-related matters such as access to job coaching, Interview and Resume (CV) writing advise, Business Networ...
39m Aug 10, 2022
39m
2024: Interview - UNMISS Gender Specialist - Susan Sesay
A Gender specialist in the Gender Affairs unit of the United Nation Mission in South Sudan says African cultures and structures have made it more difficult for women to realize and achieve their rights in Jonglei State and Greater Pibor Administrative area. Susan Sesay says the 35 % affirmative action allocated to women as stipulated in the peace agreement has not been implemented.
23m Aug 10, 2022
23m
2023: Profile Interview: Tong L Matiok - International Youth Day
 On Friday the 12 of August the world will mark International Youth Day - it is a day that presents an opportunity for every country to assess their investment in and commitment to youth.  This week, we'll be speaking to young people to find out about local youth culture, activities, and education, and to hear the story of youths across the country. We spoke to one of the young people in this c...
35m Aug 08, 2022
35m
2022: The extension of the interim period
Parties to the 2018 revitalized peace agreement this week extended the transitional period by two years, to start at the end of the transitional period on the 22nd of February next year - 2023. Details of how the government plans to accomplish the pending tasks, with their timelines over the 24-month period are contained in what is known as a ‘Road Map,’ that guides the country to elections th...
1hr 49m Aug 06, 2022
1hr 49m
2021: Akual de Mabior - No Simple Way Home
Akuol De Mabior says she wanted to open a discussion on what it means to call South Sudan home in her new 2022 Documentary Film, “No Simple Way Home”.  In the autobiographical documentary De Mabior, who is based in Nairobi Kenya, goes back to South Sudan, and follows her mother Rebecca Nyandeng de Mabior and sister Nyankuir Garang where they now live and have found their roles to tell a persona...
6m Aug 05, 2022
6m
2020: Reactions to the 2-year extension of the transitional government
The five main signatories to the 2018 revitalized peace agreement, namely the SPLM, the SPLM/A-IO, the South Sudan Opposition Alliance – SSOA, the Former Detainees and the Other Political Parties or OPP have signed a 2-year extension period for the transitional government. This morning on the Miraya breakfast, political commentator Andrea Mach and civil society activist Edmund Yakani weighed in...
56m Aug 05, 2022
56m
2019: Apply for the Chevening Scholarship
Education is said to be a powerful tool that opens doors to a lot of opportunities in one’s life. If achievement and preparation for global competitiveness is your desire, then please take a listen to this interview which informs you about the available scholarships that could make your dream come true. Miraya breakfast featured the Deputy Head of the British Mission in South Sudan Gill Lever ...
14m Aug 04, 2022
14m