575: Service and Sacrifice: Indian Peacekeepers Leave Legacy in Bor
India is one of the countries providing troops to United Nations peacekeeping operations, with its personnel having deployed to more than 40 UN missions. In South Sudan, Indian peacekeepers veterinary unit has provided the much-needed care and inspiration to the community it served, in Bor, helping to forge lasting peace. To find out more about the work of the Indian peacekeepers in Bor, Moro...
14m Oct 28, 2018
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574: Kids Express - Children's Conversations on Child Marriage in South Sudan
Child marriage in South Sudan remains one of the major obstacles to girl education. Child marriage perpertuated by culture has a devastating impact on young girls; it robs them of their childhood, and young girls face a higher risk of abuse and health complications. This is an issue that is increasingly coming to the attention of the young girls and boys in the country. Joining the discussio...
53m Oct 27, 2018
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561: UNV Spotlight with Ebenezar Tandoh, Administrative Officer UN Mission in South Sudan
Ebenezar Tandoh works as an Administrative Officer with the medical section for the United Nations Mission in South Sudan. Previously he worked as Hospital Administrator at the 37 Military Hospital, Accra, Ghana whilst serving in the Ghana Armed Forces for 23 years. In this discussion with Regina Kwaje, Ebenezar talks about his journey as a UN volunteer in South Sudan. Listen here
46m Oct 26, 2018
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573: Interview with USAID Mission Director in South Sudan, James Hope
The Director for the US Agency for International Development - USAID, James Hope, is calling for a commitment to the implementation of the revitalized peace agreement, so the country can get on the path to a better future.  James Hope, was hosted on Miraya Breakfast Show on Friday. He  noted that a cessation in hostilities will be critical for the delivery of longer-term developments, that wil...
15m Oct 26, 2018
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572: Human Rights Watch calls for Total Cessation of Hostilities in Wau
Human Rights watch has asked both government opposition commanders to ensure that their soldiers in the Western Bahr el Ghazal region immediately stop attacking civilians and civilian property. The call comes in response to a new report that has documented widespread atrocities committed against civilians in Wau. In its latest report, the Human Rights group quotes eyewitnesses saying governme...
6m Oct 26, 2018
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571: SRSG for Children and Armed Conflict to establish Trust fund to support reintegration of ex-combatants
The Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General for Children and Armed Conflict Virginia Gamba says the international community must act today to end the impact of conflict on children wherever possible. In an interview with Radio Miraya reporter Nelson Lwak, Virginia Gamba said there is an urgent need to prevent the children’s future involvement and to assist affected children recover ...
6m Oct 25, 2018
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570: ‘Stop Inciting Hatred through Music’ Women in #SouthSudan Greater Lakes warned
"Women should “refrain from inciting hatred towards other women in the greater Lakes region." This is what Ayor Achol Kuer, director of the Girls Empowerment and Orphan Care Organization – told the more than 100 women who turned up for a training workshop in Rumbek town this week. Highlighting the impact of conflict in Lakes region, Ayor said the women must play a more active role in restrain...
4m Oct 25, 2018
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569: SRSG David Shearer emphasizes need for Trust to build lasting Peace in South Sudan
The Special Representative of the Secretary General has used the UN Day celebrations in Juba to emphasise the need for trust, to build lasting peace in South Sudan. Speaking at the occasion in Juba, David Shearer, said the children and all those who have suffered in South Sudan need peace and peace needs trust. He stressed that building trust and confidence is a collective effort. Here is wh...
5m Oct 24, 2018
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568: On United Nations Day, UNICEF calls for release of all children in armed ranks
Highlighting the plight of thousands of children in South Sudan, the United Nations Children’s agency – UNICEF is calling for the release of all children still in armed ranks. The agency’s chief of communications in South Sudan, Tim Irwin, said estimates show there are more than 19 – thousand children serving in armed ranks. Stressing the need for safety of children and young people, Tim ackn...
5m Oct 24, 2018
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567: High Ranking official handed 10 – Year – Jail Sentence for Rape
A high-ranking official has been sentenced to 10 – years in jail for raping a 9-year old girl. The former minister who now heads a committee for peace and healing in Pangak State, was found guilty by a court seating in in Pagak. Radio Miraya’s Gabriel Shaddar called up Reech Malual an advocate with Badri and Associates legal firm to bring us up to speed about this case. Malual represented th...
6m Oct 24, 2018
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566: 'Our diversity is our strength' - CEEC Bishop Robert Gosslin
The Communion of Evangelical Episcopal Church Bishop, Robert Gosslin, says it’s important to accept the differences among ethnic and religious groups and accept diversity as a powerful tool for unity. Bishop Robert Gosslin arrived in Yambio yesterday and delivered this message to the citizens. "“My message to the people on the ground is to embrace peace we can do more together that we can eve...
3m Oct 24, 2018
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565: Never give up’ - UN chief Antonio Guterres urges UN personel, marking UN Day
The United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres is urging the men and women of the UN, and those they serve, to never give up tackling the world’s many challenges. In his message to mark the United Nations day, the UN chief said the Organization remains deter-mined to implement climate action, fight for human rights and the life of peace that everyone deserves to enjoy. "On United Natio...
1m Oct 24, 2018
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564: UNFPA stresses the need to empower Couples with ‘power of choice’
[...] "We would like to see zero unmet need for family planning again in the spirit of giving rights and choices to women and off course we want zero gender-based violence including zero child marriage in this country.” United Nations Population Fund - UNFPA, Deputy country director, Dr Wilfred Ochan has reiterated the need for dialogue between couples on reproductive health rights. This come...
15m Oct 22, 2018
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563: SSPDF calls on Ceasefire Monitors and UNMISS to investigate fighting in Nyori
The Civil- Military relations officer in Yei town, has called for the speedy deployment of ceasefire monitors to investigate the fighting between two opposition groups in Nyori area of Yei River state. Speaking to Radio Miraya, Lt Col Michael Machar, confirmed that the clashes in Nyori pitted SPLA-IO fighters under Riek Machar’s against the National Salvation Front, resulting into massive dis-...
5m Oct 22, 2018
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562: Juba City Council announces Zero tolerance policy for prostitution
Juba city council has notified all business owners and investors in Juba city of a new “zero-tolerance policy” for prostitution, under laws that make it prostitution a crime. The implementation of the City council’s zero-tolerance policy comes as the recent crack-down resulted into the arrest and conviction of close to 60 people. Juba City Council Deputy Mayor, Nhial Majak Nhial, told Miraya ...
10m Oct 21, 2018
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559: UN rights chief calls for release of hundreds abducted and abused in South Sudan
The UN’s top rights official has called for the immediate release of Hundreds of civilians who were taken by opposition forces in South Sudan’s Western Equatoria region. The High Commissioner’s appeal follows the publication of a UN report into grave rights abuses against villagers in South Sudan’s Gbudue and Tambura states, in Western Equatoria region. It details testimonies from victims and...
6m Oct 19, 2018
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558: UNMISS Facilitates establishment of Human Rights Club at Juba School
Youth Empowerment, a not for profit Organization in partnership with the Human Rights division of the UN Mission in South Sudan has opened a Human Rights club at Juba Day Secondary school. Daniel Mwaka is the brain behind the Human Rights club. While George Henry Pitia and Nyapam James Route are students and members of the club. The three were hosted on Miraya Breakfast Show to speak about th...
10m Oct 19, 2018
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557: Shortage of HIV testing Kits threatens Preventive strategies
The shortage of HIV test kits in government medical centres in parts of the country, which include hospitals and clinics, is negatively affecting the fight against HIV. Peter Garang, an HIV youth peer educator in Aweil, says the situation is alarming and there must be an immediate emergency supplies of HIV testing kits. « We are calling for immediate emergency supplies of this item as we lobb...
3m Oct 19, 2018
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546: Miraya Motivation with Taurayi - How to set up Goals and Dream for success
Every year, we set our new resolutions comprising of  new goals and dreams for success. Some goals could be building a house, finding a new job, going back to school or even meeting that special lady or gentleman, to spend the rest of your life with. Taurayi reminds us again that the most important part of setting up goals is that they  help us see how we want to live out our life. Listen he...
12m Oct 19, 2018
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556: Interview with Sambro Lupai; I AM Peace Initiative – Progress and Success stories
Lupai Samuel Stephen, also known as Sambro Lupai is the Founder and Executive Director of I AM PEACE Initiative, a youth led Non-Government Organization which operates in the refugee areas of Uganda and in South Sudan. The initiative focuses on creating a peaceful environment by empowering young people. It is more than one year since this initiative was established and Sambro Lupai is here to...
14m Oct 18, 2018
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545: Miraya Motivation with Taurayi - Review and Reflect on your life for a great future
Did you know that one moment of reflection and several moments of reviewing your life can help you break free from the self-doubt that holds many people  back from embracing their dreams and living a fulfilling life? Well today on Miraya Morning Motivation, Taurayi gives you some tips on how to reflect and review on your life and why you should even care to spend some time reflecting on your l...
11m Oct 18, 2018
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555: World Food Day 2018 - Experts Perspectives on Policies and measures to Mitigate food insecurity in South Sudan
Radio Miraya, the United Nations Radio station in South Sudan hosted a discussion for World Food Day: Our Actions are our Future. Towards zero hunger, what actions are necessary now? In this panel moderated by Joseph Gabriel Shaddar, Senior Presenter and Host of the Nationwide program, Simon Cammelbeeck, WFP Deputy Country Director and Pierre Vauthier – FAO Country Representative discuss actio...
36m Oct 17, 2018
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554: World Food Day - Interview with Felix Dzvurumi, FAO Programs officer
More than 820 million people are suffering chronic undernourishment, according to the latest FAO 2018 State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World report. Conflict, extreme weather events linked to climate change, economic  slowdown and rapidly increasing overweight and obesity levels are reversing progress made in the fight against hunger and malnutrition. In South Sudan, thousands of p...
20m Oct 17, 2018
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553: JMEC announces set of recommendations to facilitate the timely implementation of the R-ARCSS
[…] "The President of South Sudan H.E Salva Kiir met with the leaders of the various parties in Khartoum Sept 22nd with face to face discussions, then he met with each of the groups separately one on one and we thought that was a very good gesture because what it shows is that its beginning to build trust between them and that will be very important because there is an understanding for this ag...
21m Oct 17, 2018
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552: Former UN Official appeals for International Support to deal with Corruption in South Sudan
The former coordinator UN Panel of experts on South Sudan, Klem Ryan, has appealed to the international community to exert pressure on the Government to deal with corrupt officials. He said this while responding to a three-part documentary titled; “The Profiteers” which details irregular transactions amounting to thousands of US dollars involving top South Sudan officials. "It is a very valua...
4m Oct 17, 2018
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551: One Young World Summit opens in the Hague
The One Young World Summit - the global forum for young leaders opens in the Netherlands today. The summit in the Hague, considered an International City of Peace and Justice, will see more than one thousand eight hundred young people from around the world,  join forces with global leaders to discuss the world’s most pressing issues. Speaking from the Hague, John Jal Dak, the Executive Direct...
5m Oct 17, 2018
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544: Miraya Motivation with Taurayi - Why You must Keep an eye on your Goals
“Goal setting provides focus, shapes dreams and gives you the ability to zero in on vital actions that can benefit your lives." Listen to the Motivation thought with Taurayi
11m Oct 17, 2018
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550: New Campaign seeks to elevate Public Opinion about Young Girls
A new contest seeks to break stereotypes and empower South Sudan’s young girls to confidently embrace their gender. “I am more than sex” campaign by the SHE-Club, has launched this contest to motivate and unite young girls through their talents in music, writing, poetry, and other speaking and community engagements. The brain behind this contest is Victoria Poni Abraham. She spoke with Moro ...
6m Oct 16, 2018
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549: Global Hand washing Day 2018: South Sudan Citizens Cautioned against Communal Hand washing
The Director General Rural water supply and sanitation in the Ministry of water resources and irrigation, Peter Mahal has cautioned the public against communal hand washing from a bowl of water. Considering the global hand washing campaign, Mahal said communal hand washing where the same water is used by more than one person, is not hygienic and could increase the exchange of germs from one pe...
17m Oct 16, 2018
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548: Parties to CoH agreement urged to freeze unauthorized movements
The second ceasefire monitors, Technical Committee has urged parties to the cessation of hostilities agreement to freeze movements to the hotspots, unless authorized in accordance with the Permanent Ceasefire and Transitional Security Arrangements. This is just one of the resolutions that was reached last week during the second technical meeting of Ceasefire and Transitional Security Arrangeme...
5m Oct 16, 2018
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543: Miraya Motivation with Taurayi - How to Boost Your Goal Setting
My life is over and i am done! This is what Claudia Poni (not real names) said when the company she worked for hit bankruptcy and closed business leaving more than 100 staffs including Poni without a job. "I loved the company, it was everything to me; my children were educated because of the salary i earned from the company. I established one of the most flourishing farms in my village and it...
18m Oct 16, 2018
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547: BBC Journalist Peter Matel speaks about his book on South Sudan
A new book on the history and memoirs of South Sudan prior to Independence to the present day has hit the bookstores. The Book titled; “First Raise a flag; How South Sudan won the longest war but lost the peace,” reflects on the meaning of Nationalism, the Power of hope and the endurance of the human spirit. The author, British journalist Peter Martel spent ten years gathering personal accoun...
6m Oct 15, 2018
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542: Miraya Motivation with Taurayi - The Power of Setting Goals in life
"If you do not have a life of goals, your bank balance can never grow," that's a message from Mpunganyi Taurayi Sander host of Miraya Morning Motivation. Taurayi emphasises that; "a life best lived is a life by design, not a life by blunders, not a life by chance and not a life by accident." Today, Taurayi takes us through what rewards await you when you live a life with a specific set of goa...
15m Oct 15, 2018
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529: UNV Spotlight with Marinela Marquez Nuñez, Program officer
Marinela is the UNV Programme Officer of the UNV Field Unit at UNDP in South Sudan. Marinela has several years of experience in developmental and humanitarian engagements with her skills areas in programme management, DRR, gender, youth and children’s rights. Prior to her work in South Sudan, Marinela worked with International NGOs in Somaliland, Pakistan, Kenya, Nepal and in her home country...
51m Oct 12, 2018
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541: Interview with John Allan Namu Face behind the war Profiteers story
John Allan Namu of ‘Africa Uncensored’ is the face behind a three-part documentary series titled ‘The Profiteers.’ The documentary explores the linkages between South Sudan’s civil war and the operations of business people, financial institutions, and government and military officials in Kenya, Uganda, and Ethiopia. Sebit William spoke with John Allan Namu, to find out what inspired this docu...
8m Oct 12, 2018
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541: New EU Funded project gives vocational training support to 4,400 youth in South Sudan
A new European Union funded project called EMPOWER is expected to provide more than 4 – thousand young people in South Sudan with vocational skills, aimed to increase youth employment and small business opportunities. The project implemented by the Norwegian Refugee Council targets youths in Jonglei, Central Equatoria, Warrap, Western and Northern Bahr el Ghazal. To find out more about this p...
6m Oct 12, 2018
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540: Bishop calls for enforcement of Anti Money Laundering Laws in South Sudan
A South Sudan Anglican Bishop in Wau, is calling for the enforcement of Anti-money laundering laws, to safeguard the country from war profiteers. Bishop Moses Deng Bol, the archbishop of Northern Bahl Ghazel internal province in the episcopal church of South Sudan, was one of the protestors who took to the streets in Nairobi seeking action against politicians and traders benefiting from the ci...
3m Oct 12, 2018
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539: South Sudanese Activists in Kenya protest alleged looting by war profiteers
A group of South Sudanese Activists and refugees staged a peaceful protest Thursday, pressuring the government of Kenya to act against people benefiting from the conflict. The protesters marched to Kenya Commercial bank and handed over a petition asking the management to block bank accounts of all persons believed to be profiting from the conflict in South Sudan. The protesters also marched t...
4m Oct 12, 2018
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538: GESS Celebrates major milestones in Girl Child Education in South Sudan
Today Thursday October 11 is the UN’s International Day of the Girl Child and the team leader Girls Education South Sudan, is embracing the opportunity to celebrate the major milestones made by GESS. Speaking to Radio Miraya, Akuja De Garang, said her organisation has received a five-year donation package that will ensure girls in South Sudan continue with their education. Akuja told Radio Mi...
4m Oct 11, 2018
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537: CEPO helps Boost Civil Military Relations in Yei River state
The Community Empowerment for progress Organization – CEPO civil society group, has taken an-other step to enhance coordination amongst different military and civilian entities in Yei River state. More than 50 members of the civilians, students, academia and the organized forces are taking part in civil military relations dialogue, aimed at bolstering civil-military cooperation in dealing with...
4m Oct 11, 2018
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536: IFRC calls on governments to invest more in disaster risk reduction
This year, millions of people living in crisis have not been receiving the humanitarian assistance they desperately need—partly due to lack of enough investment in disaster and crisis preparedness, as well as resilience-building. Therefore the International Federation of the Red Cross, IFRC is calling on states to enhance cooperation with the private sector and support the inclusion of all com...
6m Oct 10, 2018
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535: Shaun Collins, DFID Advisor discusses Mental Health on World Mental Health Day
Mr. Shaun Collins, a Psychologist by training, appeared live on Miraya Breakfast show to mark World Mental Health Day, celebrated annually on 10th October. Shaun who is also advisor to the UK Department for International Development discussed a range of mental health issues and stressed the importance of seeking help. “Look for support, there is no shame in experiencing mental health problems...
17m Oct 10, 2018
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534: Koen Sevenants, Marks World Mental Health Day with a Radio Discussion
Koen Sevenants, the Coordinator of South Sudan's Mental Health and Psychosocial Support Working Group, which is made up of UN and NGO organizations, appeared live on Miraya Breakfast Show today to mark World Mental Health Day. He discussed a range of mental health questions with Sebit William and responded to questions from three callers. Sevenants emphasized the importance of talking about m...
19m Oct 10, 2018
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533: Major Conference in Juba to tackle the problem of Child Marriages
South Sudan capital City Juba will this Thursday play host to a major conference focusing on ways to stop child marriages. The conference organized by Crown the woman advocacy group coincides with the international day of the girl child celebrated each year on October 11th. The day highlights the needs and challenges girls face, while promoting girls' empowerment and the fulfillment of their h...
18m Oct 09, 2018
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532: UN Peace Keeping chief and AU Commissioner for Peace and Security conduct joint visit to South Sudan
The United Nations Peacekeeping chief and African Union Peace and security delegation have visited the UN protection of civilians site in Bentiu. The site in Bentiu is home to more than 100- thousand internally displaced people, mostly women and children. "The misconduct against mainly women in this country is totally unacceptable, now that the peace agreement has been signed we have to reach...
6m Oct 09, 2018
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531: UN Peacekeeping Chief underscores need for heightened participation of women in Peacebuilding
“Peace in South Sudan will not be built without women. It will be built with women." - the UN peacekeeping chief is calling for heightened participation of women in South Sudan’s Peace building processes. Jean-Pierre Lacroix, was in Bentiu on Monday with a a delegation comprising the Executive Director for UN women, Africa Union Commissioner for peace and security, Africa Union Coordinator for...
5m Oct 09, 2018
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530: Exit Interview with H.E Festus Mogae, Chairman of JMEC
In a wide-ranging exit interview, Radio Miraya's Sani Martin asks the outgoing chairperson of the Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission, Festus Mogae about his tenure, legacy and hopes for South Sudan. Listen here
12m Oct 08, 2018
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528: UNMAS supports Mine Action Strategy in South Sudan
The United Mine Action Service  - UNMAS has pledged it's support for the Government's three year mine action strategy. The National Mine action Authority's strategy focuses on advocacy, and risk education. Richard Boulter, Head of UNMAS in South Sudan spoke to Miraya Breakfast show and explained how important it is for the Government of South Sudan to sign up to international treaties. Liste...
7m Oct 08, 2018
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514: Mentor Nursery and Primary School Kids hold Conversation on Democracy
Today's Edition of Kids Express program features the pupils of Mentor Nursery and Primary school in Juba #SouthSudan talking about Democracy and their own experiences of being part of a democratic process. Listen here.
56m Sep 29, 2018
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515: UNV Spotlight with Dr. David Ameh, Physician at UNDP Clinic in South Sudan
Dr David Ameh is a  Physician serving as a United Nations Volunteer at the UNDP Clinic in #SouthSudan. He obtained his first degree in medicine from the University of Jos, Nigeria in 1995 and has a Master’s degree in Public Health from the University of Liverpool. Prior to  joining the UNDP family in South Sudan, Dr Ameh was based in The Gambia,  where lived and worked with the NGOs, Governme...
50m Sep 28, 2018
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