1544: South Sudan prepares for Population Estimation Survey
40m Apr 19, 2021
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1543: Central Equatoria state cabinet passes over 700 million pounds in emergence operation funds
Central Equatoria state cabinet has approved over seven hundred million pounds in emergency funds to cover operation costs of state activities for the next three months. This was passed during the regular state council of ministers meeting chaired by deputy governor Sarah Nene Rondento on Thursday.  Central Equatoria cabinet has also developed a strategy to enable reunification of the workfor...
29s Apr 16, 2021
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1542: President Salva Kiir travels to South Africa for talks on implementation of peace agreement
President Salva Kiir Mayardit has traveled to Pretoria, South Africa this morning for a three-day working visit where he is expected to hold meetings with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa.  Speaking to Radio Miraya's Sani Martin this morning, Presidential Press Secretary Ateny Wek Ateny said President Kiir will discuss with President Ramaphosa the challenges facing the implementation of ...
4m Apr 15, 2021
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1541: Heavy rains predicted in many parts of South Sudan for the next three months
The National Meteorological Department says heavy rains are expected in many parts of South Sudan for the next three months. The department says the outlook from April to June indicates above normal rainfall in eastern part of the country including Kapoeta, Jonglei and Pibor administrative area, while western side of the country experiences below normal rainfall. A weather forecaster, Bedredin ...
5m Apr 13, 2021
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1540: The Roundtable: Small arms control, communal conflict and status of Disarmament, Demobilization and Reintegration in South Sudan.
1hr 40m Apr 10, 2021
1hr 40m
1539: Nationwide discussion: Outcome of the recently conducted research on Gender Analysis
Nationwide discussion hour with Sani Martin looked at the outcome of the recently conducted research on Gender Analysis of Political, Social and Economic impact of COVID-19 ON Women and Girls in Multifaceted crisis’s contextual Analysis and this was conducted by Institute of Social Policy and Research. James Boboya Chief Executive Officer Institute of Social Policy and Research and Caroline Kib...
47m Apr 09, 2021
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1538: Wani Michael: Treat the matter of electricity seriously
A civil society activist has called on government to take the matter of electricity seriously. Wani Michael, executive director of Okay Africa Foundation says electricity challenges in Juba have a potential of negatively affecting national revenue generation. He called on the local government in Central Equatorial to engage the national government so as to protect the business community. 
23m Apr 08, 2021
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1537: Uganda engages South Sudan over rising insecurity along Juba-Nimule highway
Authorities in Amuru District of Northern Uganda say they are engaging the government of South Sudan to ensure thousands of trucks loaded with commodities at the Elegu border crossing point are provided security to travel to Juba.  Up to three thousand truck drivers grounded their vehicles at Elegu in protest at raising insecurity along the Juba -Nimule road.  Speaking to Radio Miraya, the Re...
1m Apr 07, 2021
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1536: UNMISS Chief bids farewell
United Nation Special Representative of the Secretary General in South Sudan David Shearer bids farewell. In his message during a press briefing today, Shearer paid tribute to colleagues and partners who have worked with him tirelessly in efforts towards the realization of sustainable peace in South Sudan. He wished the people of South Sudan well as the country implements the revitalized peace ...
6m Apr 06, 2021
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1535: Rights body to secure release of 14 inmates on death row
 The Justice and Human Rights Observatory, a human rights campaign group and legal aid service provider, says it has received the green light from the families of 14 inmates on death row in Juba Central Prison to initiate reconciliation between the two families. The convicts all from Eastern Equatoria were remanded recently for offenses ranging from murder to inflicting body injuries which resu...
5m Apr 05, 2021
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1534: Two people killed along the Juba -Mundri
Two people, including a Burundi national, have been killed and two vehicles burnt in an ambush in Mundri East County, Western Equatoria state. Gunmen intercepted the trucks and opened fire on the occupants, killing one on spot. The commissioner of Mundri East County, Margaret Fozia Emmanuel spoke to Miraya's Sani Martin and said the vehicles were heading to Juba when the incident occurred yeste...
3m Apr 05, 2021
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1533: The Roundtable: Delayed graduation unified forces
1hr 59m Apr 03, 2021
1hr 59m
1532: Nationwide: Mine clearance
The program featured Richard Boulter – Senior Programme Manager, UNMAS and Hon. Jurkuch Barach Jurkuch – Chairman, Mine Action Authority, discussing progress made in mine clearance in South Sudan.
46m Apr 02, 2021
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1531: Exit Interview: SRSG David Shearer reflects on tour of duty in South Sudan
The Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. David Shearer, is bidding farewell to South Sudan after just over four years in service. In this 30" interview, Mr Shearer shares his highlights, best memories, and challenges on the job. 
36m Apr 01, 2021
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1530: President Kiir pledges to repair broken dykes to avert flooding in Bor
President Salva Kiir has pledged to repair broken dykes in Bor to prevent future flooding. The president visited Bor this morning, to assess the damage of floods and inspect the ongoing construction work of the Juba – Bor road. In his address, President Kiir thanked the youth for their tireless efforts in finding temporary solutions to the broken dykes along the Nile River which has displaced...
1m Apr 01, 2021
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1529: Juba City Council to restrict movement of trucks within the city
Juba City Council is to start restricting the movement of big trucks within the city.   Mayor Kalisto Ladu Faustino says the big trucks will not be allowed to enter Juba city during the day to reduce traffic congestion and lessen risks of road accidents.   Mayor Faustino made the revelation while meeting with activists following a fatal accident that claimed two lives on Monday evening. The ...
29s Apr 01, 2021
29s
1528: Six SSPDF soldiers reportedly killed in Warrap State
Six SSPDF soldiers have reportedly been killed after suspected Arab nomad militias overran Kur military base in Twic county of Warrap state. SSPDF Forces had been deployed in Kur area to facilitate the movement of Arab nomads and the Dinka as stipulated in the agreement for peaceful cattle migration in the area. Police inspector in Twic county, Lt. Col. Machol Deng Atem, says suspected Misser...
1m Mar 31, 2021
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1527: Anataban: Consider putting speed limits in the city of juba.
Anataban has called for the setting up of speed limits on roads within Juba city and other towns to reduce loss of life through traffic accidents.  Speaking to radio Miraya this morning, organization’s co-founder Jacob Bul further says traffic police should be thoroughly scrutinizing people applying for driver’s licenses. Bul who condemned yesterday’s arrest of peaceful protestors in Juba, say...
5m Mar 31, 2021
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1526: Police arrest protestors
Police have confirmed the arrest of several civil society activists who were participating in a peaceful protest in Juba and say the group will be produced before courts of law for trial.  The activists were protesting the death of local artist Trisha C, who was knocked by a water tanker at the Mobil round about last evening. Acting police spokesperson Col James Dak says investigations are ong...
25s Mar 30, 2021
25s
1525: Rescue forces to evacuate Governor Louis Lobong Lojore Eastern Equatoria State
Rescue forces from Torit and Juba have arrived in Camp 15 located in Eastern Equatoria State to restore calm and evacuate Governor Louis Lobong Lojore who survived a deadly ambush on Monday evening. Heavily armed youth in the area attacked the governor’s convoy, killing one solider and a woman. Three other soldiers were injured. The governor was in Camp 15 to call for calm amid tensions in the ...
1m Mar 30, 2021
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1524: Nationwide: Secretary General of the Mediation Team for Sudan’s Peace Talks, Dr Dhieu Mathok provides details of the deal
On Sunday, the Head of #Sudan (https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/sudan?__eep__=6&__cft__[0]=AZURVR8xdGW5Xp3b_WE13mMrCzI7g6GBAxuY5_YkJw9iF05RbdsBEGrkiGL1OBD3IkwYyURs9vVsl-F8bpG5Ag-xTdxWAgkAXiStuPsWgcV3J-o4dNBLk1WimLE_E5zOCBhAHC_974BnziA7mO7C_nr08juyx8I6QyAAshAYm5NqHkwYmD_AWhRAPn6CI210Ylw&__tn__=*NK-R) Sovereign Council Lt Gen Abdulfatah El-Burhan and Gen Abdel Aziz Adam al-Hilu of SPLM-N  signed ...
42m Mar 29, 2021
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1523: Covid19 vaccination campaign postponed indefinitely
The national ministry of health has postponed the launch of the covid19 vaccination campaign indefinitely. The drive was expected to be launched this morning at the presidential palace also known as J1 in Juba.  The Manager of the Expanded Program for Immunization in the national Ministry of health George Auzenio Lege confirmed the postponement to Radio Miraya.   Auzenio says they are holding...
28s Mar 29, 2021
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1522: Covid19 vaccination kicks off today
The national COVID-19 vaccination campaign will be launched today at the J1 presidential palace in Juba. The first phase of the program that targets 2% of the national population, will be conducted by the national ministry of health in partnership with the World Health Organization and other health partners.  The incident Manager for Covid19 in the Ministry of Health Richard Laku says vaccinat...
1m Mar 29, 2021
1m
1521: Public Service Minister urges transparency in government recruitments
The Minister of Public Service and Human Resource Development is urging government institutions to channel all government recruitments through the national recruitment board.    Joseph Bangasi Bakosoro says the board gives equal opportunity to competent candidates.  Addressing journalists in Juba today,    Bakosoro said this process would discourage nepotism and eliminate hand-picked candid...
34m Mar 27, 2021
34m
1520: Roundtable discussion: Managing internal borders of the ten States and three Administrative areas
Upon signing of the R-ARCSS on 12 Sept 2018 the parties successfully transitioned to transitional with key benchmarks of pre-transitional period unaccomplished. But then the RTGoNU formation was stalled over the numbers of States and boundaries till when the revert to ten states and three Administrative areas was made through a Presidential decree. Dr Aldo Ajou Deng Akuey: Member of Council of ...
1hr 41m Mar 27, 2021
1hr 41m
1519: New study shows 95% South Sudanese depend on climate sensitive livelihood
A factsheet on climate, Peace and insecurity, a project of the Norwegian government, has put South Sudan second after Somalia on the list of Countries depending on climate sensitives livelihood like use of charcoal. The collaborative project undertaken by the Norwegian institute of international affairs, is aimed at achieving UN climate agenda. The institute has been conducting its research fo...
9m Mar 25, 2021
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1518: DISCUSSION: South Sudan COVID-19 vaccination program
On 25 March 132,000 doses COVID-19 vaccines will arrive in Juba.    This is the first of several vaccine shipments scheduled to arrive over the coming months to South Sudan through the support of the COVAX Facility.    The COVAX Facility is a global partnership comprised of Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI), Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, UNICEF and WHO established to ensu...
43m Mar 24, 2021
43m
1517: Attack on SPLA-iO cantonment site in Kapoeta
The commander of the SPLA-iO forces in Kapoeta, Eastern Equatoria state has confirmed reports of an attack on Lowareng cantonment site by unknown gunmen.   The commander of Edokor division in Kapoeta South, Brigadier General Mohamad Lotede Lokwar says a senior military commander, three soldiers and a woman were killed in Monday's attack.      Several houses were also burnt to the ground and...
6m Mar 24, 2021
6m
1516: DISCUSSION: World Water Day
The theme of World Water Day 2021 is "Valuing Water". According to the United Nations, "The value of water is about much more than its price." This day is celebrated keeping in line with Sustainable Development Goal number 6 which is aimed at achieving water and sanitation by all for 2030. Radio Miraya's Sebit William sat down with a group of children to pick their minds about the importance t...
35m Mar 22, 2021
35m
1515: Government, Opposition Talks in Naivasha: Implications and Way Forward
The government of South Sudan and the South Sudan Opposition Movements Alliance (SSOMA) faction led by General Paul Malong and Pa’gan Amum signed a Declaration of Principles agreement one week ago after four days of intensive negotiations in Naivasha, Kenya and facilitated by the Rome-based Sant'Egidio Community. The 15-point document signed by both parties highlights issues ranging from land ...
1hr 57m Mar 20, 2021
1hr 57m
1514: FULL INTVU: Kuol Manyang Juuk speaks on peace and governance
Presidential advisor Kuol Manyang Juk is a seasoned politician dating back to pre-independence and the liberation struggle of #SouthSudan In this interview with Radio Miraya's Samuel Mach, Kuol Manyang reflects on the political peace process and governance. He also digs into cultural impediments to development, shortcomings of the country's legislature and the Jieng Council of Elders recent p...
31m Mar 19, 2021
31m
1513: Kuol Manyang: How will we run such large state governments without money?
A senior presidential advisor says one the biggest challenges the newly   formed state governments across the country is going to face is finances.   Kuol Manyang Juk says no government can function without money.   The advisor speaks in authority having held the position of Defence minister and governor of Jonglei state.   Previous to becoming governor of Jonglei, he was Minister of Road...
10m Mar 19, 2021
10m
1512: Malong, Amum submit agenda for next round of talks with government.
The South Sudan Opposition Movement Alliance (SSOMA) factions led by General Paul Malong and Pa’gan Amum have submitted their agenda for the next round of talks with the government to the mediators of the Sant ‘Egidio community.   The agenda includes issues of governance and transitional security arrangements.    Speaking to Radio Miraya this afternoon online from Rome, Italy, the Secretary...
4m Mar 18, 2021
4m
1511: SPLA-IO and SSPDF speak out on Nasir clashes
A team from the Joint Defense Board and the Ceasefire and Transitional Security Arrangements Monitoring and Verification Mechanism (CTSAMVM) is due to visit Nasir county in Upper Nile State, where armed civilians reportedly clashed with SSPDF soldiers.  Deputy spokesperson of the SPLA-IO, Col Lam Paul Gabriel says the clashes were triggered by a misunderstanding between the SSPDF and a group o...
7m Mar 18, 2021
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1510: Humanitarian community launches $1.7bln appeal for 2021
The humanitarian community in #SouthSudan has launched a joint appeal for $1.7 billion to meet response needs for the year 2021.   The funds will provide urgent and life-saving assistance to 6.6 million people across the country, out of 8.3 million people estimated to be in need. The humanitarian response plan will help those affected by localized violence, floods and effects of the COVID-19 ...
9m Mar 16, 2021
9m
1509: Jonglei Peace Conference bears fruit
Local authorities in Jonglei and the Greater Pibor Administrative Area (GPAA) are reporting improved security where inter-communal clashes were previously frequent.   The spokesperson of the Jonglei-Pibor peace initiative, Daniel Abocha attributes this to the Jonglei peace conference that was held in Juba in January.   The three-day peace conference among the communities of Jonglei State and ...
6m Mar 16, 2021
6m
1508: The Round table: Plight of locals in South Sudan’s Oil Industry
Guests: Nhial Tiitmamer: Director of the Environment and Natural Resources at the Sudd Institute Paul Adong, Managing Director of Adong Petroleum Company and former Managing Director of Nile Petroleum  Hon. Mary Ayen Mijok, Acting Speaker of Council of State 
1hr 52m Mar 13, 2021
1hr 52m
1507: NGOs engage UK government over reports of intended aid cuts
  Humanitarian organizations have written a joint letter to the UK government over reports of an intended aid cut to South Sudan.     It was reported in sections of the media this week that Britain was contemplating slashing global aid spending this year due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the UK economy.    Director of the NGO South Sudan forum, Pius Ojara says they are engaging...
6m Mar 12, 2021
6m
1506: Analyst: Naivasha outcome should not duplicate R-ARCSS
Political commentator Andrea Mach Mabior has welcomed the signing of a declaration of principles in Naivasha, Kenya between the government and holdout groups, but says the outcome of Naivasha should not be a duplication of the 2018 revitalized peace agreement.    The discussions reached a milestone yesterday containing 15 points that will form the basis for subsequent political dialogue, aime...
11m Mar 12, 2021
11m
1505: Recent study calls for the promotion of national capacity in oil and gas sector
A recent study by the SUDD institute has underlined the need for the country to develop a strict enforcement and monitoring Mechanisms for the oil and Gas Sector. The research which focused on improving the participation of South Sudanese in the Petroleum Industry also recommended an immediate amendment of Petroleum Act 2012 in addressing local issues. The Director of Environment and Natural ...
33m Mar 11, 2021
33m
1504: Three private labs accredited for COVID-19 testing
Three private laboratories have been accredited to do COVID-19 testing.     Med-Blue Laboratory, Queen Medical Complex and Nojum are all authorized to conduct the tests for travelers.    The Chief of Operations for COVID-19 at the Public Health Emergency Operation Centre, Dr. Angelo Guop Thon says, one of the three private facilities had earlier been cautioned for failing to submit detailed r...
8m Mar 10, 2021
8m
1503: SPLM under Taban Deng Gai reiterate calls for inclusion in the Revitalized RTGoNU
The SPLM Group under the leadership of Vice President General Taban Deng Gai has reiterated calls for the inclusion of fifty of its leaders in the revitalized government of national unity.  The fifty leaders petitioned the IGAD leadership last week and called on the regional body to intervene in the political crisis.  The group says their members are being left out in the formation of executi...
18m Mar 09, 2021
18m
1502: Government, opposition resume talks in Kenya
Peace talks between the government and hold-out opposition groups resume today in Naivasha, Kenya. The talks under the mediation of the Sant-Egidio community of Italy, will be between the government delegation, the South Sudan United Front of General Paul Malong and the Real SPLM led by Pagan Amum.  The discussions will last five days and will focus on the root causes of the conflict. The lea...
6m Mar 08, 2021
6m
1501: Women in football commend young South Sudanese female footballers
Newly appointed head coach of the South Sudan senior women's team, says female footballers in South Sudan have so much talents that need to be developed. Speaking on the Weekend Sports Show with Samuel Pawon, Shilene Booysen said she has been impressed so far since her arrival in South Sudan.  She said she is expected to travel outside of Juba soon in order to scout more talents from the states...
47m Mar 07, 2021
47m
1500: Women call for equality ahead of International Women's Day
Women in leadership in South Sudan, are calling for equality as they prepare to celebrate the International Women's Day on Monday. Speaking on the Roundtable Discussion on Saturday with Miraya's Sani Martin, Defense Minister Angelina Teny said women are faced with numerous challenges on a daily basis. She said society needs to create a secure environment for all women regardless of their gender...
1hr 55m Mar 06, 2021
1hr 55m
1499: Western Bahr el Ghazal State Governor Sarah Cleto Rial calls on women to celebrate their achievements
The Governor of Western Bahr el Ghazal Sarah Cleto Rial has called on women of South Sudan to celebrate their achievements. Her call comes as women across the country are set to celebrate International women's Day on Monday, 8 March.  Speaking on the Nationwide program with Gabriel Shadar, Governor Sarah Cleto Rial challenged women across the country to break those barriers that have held them ...
45m Mar 05, 2021
45m
1498: EU Ambassador pledges more support to the peace implementation
The EU Ambassador to South Sudan says he hopes to see more progress in the implementation of the peace process. Ambassador Christian Bader called for more proactive cooperation with the government of South Sudan in order to have the outstanding issues in the peace agreement implemented.  He said the EU will continue to government and partners. On the 35% affirmative action, Ambassador Bader sai...
13m Mar 05, 2021
13m
1497: Air safety in South Sudan will improve gradually, says Pilot Association
The South Sudan Pilots Association has expressed sorrow at the death of its member, Majur Malou who died in Tuesday’s plane crash in Jonglei state on Tuesday evening. The HK-4274 commercial passenger aircraft was flying from Juba to Pibor when it crashed at Pieri Airstrip in Uror County.   Majur was the co-pilot in the South Supreme Airlines’ light plane that crashed a few minutes after take...
4m Mar 04, 2021
4m
1496: SRSG David Shearer addresses UN Security Council
The Special Representative of the UN Secretary General and head of UNMISS, David Shearer says, UNMISS is continuing the protection of civilians across South Sudanese.  Mr. Shearer said, the follow-on from the re-designations of the Bor, Wau and Juba POC sites has continued smoothly. "Camp residents, for example, initially voiced opposition to the South Sudan Police entering the sites. Today the...
13m Mar 03, 2021
13m
1495: South Sudanese female engineers shed light on working in a man's world
 Two female engineers working with UNOPs, say they face lots of challenges in their field especially when it comes to being accepted by their male counterparts. They said one thing that has kept them growing in their field as engineers, is by believing in themselves Laja Lako Busuk Loggale, Civil Engineer - Enhancing Community Resilience Project, UNOPS  Based in Kapoeta North and Juan BETTY ALE...
33m Mar 03, 2021
33m