1229: DFID releases 3.5 million pounds for covid19 prevention activities.
The United Kingdom through the Department for International Development DFID has released 3.5 million pounds to support covid19 prevention activities. DFID head of office for South Sudan Helen Lewis, says her organisation will continue to provide broad humanitarian support because the coronavirus pandemic creates a very challenging balancing act for south Sudanese. 
11m Apr 21, 2020
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1228: UN to continue providing basic Humanitarian services to the people of South Sudan
The United Nations has said it will continue to support the vulnerable people in South Sudan with much-needed humanitarian assistance in the face of the global COVID-19 pandemic.  UN Humanitarian Coordinator, Alain NOUDEHOU said the delivery of essential services continues. Mr. NOUDEHOU further said the UN will continue to support the taskforce set up by the government in fight coronavirus in t...
11m Apr 20, 2020
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1227: The Round Table 18 April 2020
1hr 57m Apr 18, 2020
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1226: South Sudanese refugees complain of looming hunger as WFP cut food ration by 30%
South Sudanese refugees in Uganda complain of looming hunger as WFP cut food ration by 30% in all the camps hosting refugees. In the new arrangement a refugee gets 2 cups of beans and 8 kilograms of maize to last them one month. Most refugees say this badly affected them. WFP says the cut is due to donors funding reduction for refugees in Eastern and Central Africa. A refugee leader in Palabek ...
5m Apr 17, 2020
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1221: UNFPA Humanitarian Coordinator, James Wanyama talks about UNFPA's Covid 19 plan
The UN Population Fund – UNFPA, is working with the government and partners to prioritize the unique needs of women and girls under the threat of COVID-19.  UNFPA Humanitarian Coordinator, James Wanyama says the agency is training health workers to practice safe deliveries and is also prepositioning critical reproductive supplies across the country to make them available in the event of a lockd...
9m Apr 16, 2020
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1225: Dawn newspaper blocked from publishing today's copy
The Dawn newspaper was today blocked from publishing its copy, after officials from the National Security service raised concern over the paper’s opinion piece. The editor in Chief of the newspaper, Emmanuel Monychol told Radio Miraya that the officials wanted the paper to pull out the opinion piece which was analysing performances of former governors of Warrap State that was to run in today’s ...
7m Apr 15, 2020
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1224: South Sudan youths unite against coronavirus
The South Sudan National Youth Union in partnership with other Youth Organizations have come together to create awareness and give support to vulnerable people during the COVID – 19 pandemic.  This morning Miraya Breakfast featured Wani Elias, Joice Abaka and Mwaka Daneiel who spoke about the initiative.
15m Apr 15, 2020
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1223: Nationwide 13 April 2020
47m Apr 14, 2020
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1222: ICRC: we still have a window of opportunity to minimize the impact of coronavirus
 The International Committee of the Red Cross, ICRC,head of Delegation to South Sudan James Reynolds says the country still has a window of opportunity to minimize the impact of coronavirus if citizens quickly adopt the big efforts on preventive measures in the country.  And South Sudan Red Cross Secretary General John Lobor says his organization has mobilized 1400 volunteers to help run door t...
14m Apr 13, 2020
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1221: IGAD Envoy: South Sudan parties mull ‘constructive adjustments’ to peace process timelines due to COVID-19 pandemic
The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) says the COVID-19 pandemic may affect the timelines in the implementation of the revitalized peace agreement and adds that the mediators are working with the parties to minimize the impact of the pandemic on the peace process.     IGAD Special Envoy for South Sudan, Ambassador Ismail Wais acknowledges that the restrictions and interruption o...
5m Apr 10, 2020
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1220: A group of citizens introduced ‘Citizen’s Taskforce on COVID-19
As the fight against COVID-19 continues around the globe, in South Sudan, a group of citizens has introduced what they call a ‘Citizen’s Taskforce on COVID-19.’  The citizens’ Taskforce is a coalition of individuals with diverse background, expertise, experience and skills.  Membership is open to South Sudanese and foreign nationals living and working in South Sudan.   Lorna MereKaje, a member ...
9m Apr 10, 2020
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1219: Grace Tabu Martin makes re-usable masks to help fight COVID19
Grace Tabu Martin has called on young people to seize the opportunity and participate in fighting the virus. Grace, who is a designer, says the poor may not afford the disposable masks that is why she has decided to cater for them. She urged young people to encourage one another in following health advise to help fight coronavirus. 
7m Apr 09, 2020
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1218: 13 brands of hand sanitizers not fit for public use.
The Drug and Food Control Authority of South Sudan has released a list of 13 brands of hand sanitizers that are not fit for public use.  The list was provided by the Uganda National Drug Authority after the various products failed quality control tests.  The alert comes amid a high demand of sanitizers to use as protection from the coronavirus. The Drug and Food Control Authority, DFCA of South...
6m Apr 09, 2020
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1217: Defyhate now notes with great concern the consistent hate messages by some social media users
Defy-Hate-Now, an anti-hate speech advocacy group is advising the public to refrain from speculative and hateful messages during this time of the coronavirus pandemic.  The group involved in fact checking and monitoring, has discovered that personal and inaccurate information has consistently been spread on social media platforms since the first case was reported on Sunday the 5th of April.   D...
15m Apr 08, 2020
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1216: Coronavirus Incident Manager, Dr. Angok Gordon Kuol confirms South Sudan’s second Corona case
Coronavirus incident manager at the ministry of health, Dr. Angok Gordon Kuol has confirmed South Sudan’s second Corona case. He disclosed that the samples were taken to the national lab for testing and came out positive. Dr. Kuol says they have begun contact tracing and that the lady has been placed in isolation.  He noted that the second case had no contact with the first patient. 
5m Apr 08, 2020
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1217: Dr. Angok: Do not make us use force
National ministry of health corona virus incident manager has appealed to the public to adhere to health guidelines provided by health authorities in the fight against coronavirus. Dr. Angok Gordon Kuol said people should change their mindset and embrace hygienic behaviour if the fight against the virus is to be won.  Dr. Angok said the ministry has already traced all the contacts of the only c...
5m Apr 07, 2020
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1216: UN Secretary General's message for World Health Day
Every year on 7th April the world commemorates World Health Day to mark WHO's founding and is seen as an opportunity by the organization to draw worldwide attention to a subject of major importance to global health.   This year’s World health day has been dedicated to nurses and midwives, to celebrate their work and remind world leaders of the critical role they play in keeping the world health...
2m Apr 07, 2020
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1215: Ambassador of South Sudan to the People's Republic of China Andruga Duku
The ambassador of South Sudan to the People's Republic of China Andruga Duku, says the most important issue now is to trace those who came in contact with the suspected patient. He wants South Sudanese to do away with the blame games and work together in order to avoid further spread. Ambassador Duku spoke on the nationwide program with Gabriel Shadar.   
43m Apr 06, 2020
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1214: Ministry of Health registers an increase in the number of people turning up for testing
The Ministry of Health has registered an increase in the number of people turning up for testing since the first case of coronavirus was detected.  The coronavirus incident manager in the Ministry, Dr. Angok Gordon Kuol says this is a positive development as more people take responsibility to make sure they and the public are safe.  The High-Level COVID-19 taskforce on Sunday announced the coun...
5m Apr 06, 2020
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1213: Ana Taban advises the public against spreading hate speech and misinformation
The Ana Taban youth advocacy group is advising the public against spreading hate speech and misinformation. The group is launching a campaign dubbed ‘hashtag – let’s - stop - corona’ to spread awareness through visual art, song and other talent.  This comes as expressions of hate, violence and misinformation flare up on social media since the first case was reported. A member of the ‘Ana Taban’...
6m Apr 06, 2020
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1212: UN working with South Sudan taskforce to trace contacts of COVID-19 case
The United Nations is working closely with the Ministry of Health and the World Health Organization to trace contacts of the confirmed COVID-19 case.  The High-Level taskforce on Sunday announced South Sudan’s first case of coronavirus; a UN staff member who entered the country on 28th February. UN Special Representative David Shearer says the patient has since been isolated and adds that the U...
8m Apr 05, 2020
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1211: UN Special Rep David Shearer statement on COVID-19 case in South Sudan
UN Special Representative to South Sudan, David Shearer says the United Nations is taking all precautions to contain the spread of COVID-19 in South Sudan.  This was after the Ministry of Health announced it's first case of COVID-19, a UN staff member who entered the country on 28th February. The case has since been isolated and is responding well to treatment.  "Everyone who has come into the ...
3m Apr 05, 2020
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1210: Dr. Makur: Government does not intend to impose a total lockdown at the moment
The high-level task force on COVID19 has urged the public not to panic following the announcement of a recorded case of coronavirus in South Sudan. Task force spokesperson Makur Matur Koriom says the community must work together to protect each other from the virus.  Dr. Makur explained that the patient could have either gotten the virus from within South Sudan or could have come with it and th...
15m Apr 05, 2020
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1209: FVP Riek Machar announces first COVID-19 case in South Sudan
South Sudan has confirmed its first case of COVID-19.  The patient is a 29 year old female who arrived in the country from the Netherlands via Addis Ababa on 28th February 2020.  She is currently in isolation and responding well to treatment.  The Ministry of Health and the World Health Organisation (WHO) are tracing all people who were in contact with the case and reinforcing preventive measur...
5m Apr 05, 2020
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1208: Mines awareness Day
On 8 December 2005, the General Assembly declared (http://undocs.org/A/RES/60/97) that 4 April of each year shall be observed as the International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action. It called for continued efforts by States, with the assistance of the United Nations and relevant organizations, to foster the establishment and development of national mine-action capacities in c...
35m Apr 04, 2020
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1207: Round Table 4 April 2020
1hr 53m Apr 04, 2020
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1206: Lets keep South Sudan free from landmines - Itta Betty Oliver LOWELA
Each year on the 4th of April the world observes International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action. Theme for this year’s commomeration in South Sudan is “Together Make South Sudan Free from Landmines”.  Itta Betty Oliver LOWELA, the Explosive Ordnance Risk Education coordinator at the UN Mines Action Service (UNMAS) featured on the Miraya Breakfast this morning, to give us mor...
11m Apr 03, 2020
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1205: Nationwide 01 April 2020
44m Apr 01, 2020
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1204: South Sudanese students in coronavirus-hit Wuhan plead for help
South Sudanese students trapped in coronavirus-hit Wuhan are pleading for help. Lodu Bosco a student in Wuhan told Radio Miraya that Students have run out of money during the self-Isolation which has lasted for over 3 months. He said they have not received any help from the Government but are hoping that their case is taken seriously. He shares his experience of this crisis to Sebit William in ...
7m Apr 01, 2020
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1203: Minister of higher Education speaks to Radio Miraya about government's response plan.
Ministry of high education says the three million allocated to South Sudanese students studying abroad has not yet been made available by ministry of finance and not distributed to students abroad. Minister Denay Jok Chagor made the commend on Tuesday while denying reports that some students are only receiving 30 dollars for their up keep during the coronavirus lockdown.  Last week the governme...
39m Mar 31, 2020
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1202: Nationwide 30 March 2020
47m Mar 30, 2020
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1201: Those forcing their way into South Sudan to be prosecuted.
The high-level taskforce on coronavirus has warned of stern action against people trying to force their way into South Sudan. Taskforce spokesperson Makur Matur Koriom said authorities are aware that some people are using undesignated entry points to force their way into the country, despite clear guidelines banning movement of people from across the borders. 
23s Mar 30, 2020
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1200: Mines week begins
Every year, 4th April marks International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action, the day to recognize efforts aimed at foster the establishment and development of national mine-action capacities in countries where landmines and explosive hazards constitute a serious threat to the safety, health and lives of the civilian population, or an impediment to social and economic developm...
10m Mar 30, 2020
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1199: Roundtabe 28 March 2020
1hr 57m Mar 28, 2020
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1198: Uganda suspends entry of refugees for 30 days
Authorities in Uganda have suspended incoming refugees for the next 30 days to prevent importation of Coronavirus.    The state minister of Disaster preparedness, Musa Echuweru urged people who feel insecure in the neighboring countries to temporarily bear with the situation. He spoke to our staffer Philip Wani in a telephone interview, take a listen
5m Mar 27, 2020
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1197: Dr Angok: We still need more support
The national ministry of health Coronavirus incident manager Dr Angok Gordon Kuol says government has yet to distribute the recently received coronavirus testing and protective materials donated by the Jack Ma foundation. Dr Angok says the consignment is currently undergoing documentation processes and will soon be distributed to various health facilities to help combat the virus. He however sa...
6m Mar 27, 2020
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1196: UN launches $2 billion global humanitarian response plan to fund the fight against COVID19
The United Nations has launched a $2 billion global humanitarian response plan to fund the fight the COVID19.  UN secretary general António Guterres called on its partners to support the plan, saying that the world is only as strong as its weakest health systems. He said the fund will help fight against COVID19 in the world’s poorest countries. He added that the plan includes additional measure...
4m Mar 26, 2020
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1195: UNMISS quarantines 99 members of staff for #COVID19
The United Nations Mission in South Sudan UNMISS has quarantined 99 of its staff countrywide, who recently came into South Sudan. Speaking to Radio Miraya in an interview, UN special representative to the secretary general David Shearer, however, emphasized that the 99 are not sick but are merely observing the recommended quarantine period of 14 days to make sure they are not carrying the virus...
15m Mar 25, 2020
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1194: UNICEF scales up hygiene measures in response to COVID19
UNICEF is putting up hand washing stations and distributing soap in response to the threat coronavirus in South Sudan. UNICEF Chief Field operations and coordinator for COVID19-response Mads Owen, however, says people should not ignore other health needs that can help fight severe acute malnutrition among the children. He said this in an interview on Miraya breakfast this morning. Take a listen.  
7m Mar 25, 2020
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1193: President Salva Kiir suspends all movement from 8PM to 6AM
President Salva Kiir has issued a republican order imposing a nationwide-wide night curfew as part of preventive measures to guard against coronavirus -COVID-19 The order announced on the state-owned broadcaster SSBC came into effect at midnight and directs for the suspension of all movement from 8’oclock in the evening to 6 o’clock in the morning. Speaking to Radio Miraya, presidential press s...
1m Mar 25, 2020
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1192: Corona - Check B Magic and War Child Holland
Check B Magic has released an Afro beat called Corona. He says an artistic approach is powerful in disseminating information, that is why he chose to do a song to help fight the coronavirus.  He featured on the Miraya breakfast this morning. Take a listen to the corona jingle.
1m Mar 25, 2020
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1191: World TB day commemorated
Tuberculosis or TB as some people know it, remains an epidemic in much of the world, causing the deaths of nearly one-and-a-half million people each year, mostly in developing countries.    On the Breakfast show this morning, we talk to experts on Tuberculosis   Rita Charles - a TB and HIV coordinator at State Ministry of health and Lucia Akala - a clinician who discuss progress made and challe...
10m Mar 24, 2020
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1190: UN calls for an immediate global military ceasefire, to fight coronavirus
UN Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres is calling for an immediate global ceasefire to fight coronavirus.  Mr. Guterres on Monday said the ceasefire would allow humanitarians to reach populations that are most vulnerable to the spread of COVID-19, which first emerged in Wuhan, China, last December, and has now been reported in more than 180 countries.
2m Mar 24, 2020
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1189: UNMISS freezes staff travel into South Sudan
The United Nations Mission in South Sudan has put a seven-day freeze on staff travelling into South Sudan as part of the peacekeeping mission’s support for national-led COVID-19 prevention efforts. The decision is effective midnight tonight and applies to all personnel except those who are critical to continuing UNMISS operations.  UN Special Representative David Shearer says the new restrictio...
1m Mar 24, 2020
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1188: FAO says the arrival of locusts in Juba over the weekend came as a big surprise.
The Food and Agriculture Organization in South Sudan says, the arrival of locusts in Juba over the weekend, came as a big surprise. FAO’s Country Representative Meshack Malo told Radio Miraya with this new development, it is a wake-up call to change the strategy. He said several people have been trained as field monitors to give updates daily in regard to the locusts’ invasion across the country. 
13m Mar 23, 2020
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1187: WHO and MOH want everyone to adhere to safety measures
Ministry of Health and World Health organization in #SouthSudan say, there is no confirmed case of Corona virus in the country. Providing an update on the Miraya Breakfast show, Dr Angok Kuol from the Ministry of Health and Dr Abraham ABENEGO from WHO say, screening will continue for those arriving in the country. They called on everyone to observe the different safety measures being put in pla...
20m Mar 23, 2020
20m
1186: South Sudanese fights COVID-19 through song
South Sudanese national Bulda Lomerikason is taking to music to play his part in the fight against coronavirus.   An IT expert by day, Lomerikason, has composed this song to educate masses on prevention and alertness as the pandemic sweeps the globe.   With no case reported in South Sudan as of today, this IT specialist is hoping to use his hidden talent in music to help keep the people of Sout...
3m Mar 22, 2020
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1176: Spotlight with Oluranti Moses Adeniyi, Network Technician from Nigeria
  Our spotlight focus for today is on Oluranti Moses Adeniyi. He hails from Nigeria.  He has a bachelor’s degree in computer engineering and two Masters in IT and Business Administration.  He is a service-oriented Information Technology (IT) Specialist with vast experience, highly proficient in systems analysis, ICT Policy and strategy design. He exhibits excellent communication skills in manag...
38m Mar 20, 2020
38m
1185: TNLA proposes suspension of all flights from countries with coronavirus cases
The Assembly Business Committee in the Transitional National Legislative Assembly has proposed suspension of all flights from Kenya, Rwanda, Ethiopia, including UN flights from flying into the country.  This suspension also applies to schools, daily operations of some state and private institutions including any religious gatherings. The proposal is a preventive measure on any attack of Coronav...
9m Mar 20, 2020
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1184: Nationwide 19 March 2020
43m Mar 19, 2020
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