408: UNV Spotlights Wadia Mamania, Staff Welfare Officer
Throughout her professional career spanning over 10-years, Wadia Mamania, has focused on catering for the needs of vulnerable populations, such as juvenile delinquents, foster children, victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and many more conduct discipline related issues. "It has always been a fulfilling desire to identify areas of concerns and assist clients in developing coping mechan...
41m Jul 27, 2018
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425: Torit to Introduce Land Registry to avert land disputes
Torit Municipal council plans to open a land registry, as part of the measures being taken to avert land related disputes. Dominic Safari, the Deputy Mayor of Land in Torit, spoke with James Okello and explained how important it is for communities to register their land.
3m Jul 27, 2018
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424: Liberian Journalist shares view of her country at 171
July 26 is the independence day of Liberia, Africa oldest republic, and in Juba South Sudan, the excitement could be seen in the faces of Liberians “Whose quest for Liberty not only took them to Liberia, but also flew them to South Sudan where they are serving as peace keepers. One of these proud Liberian civilian peacekeeper is Martina Brooks and she was joined by Nel-son Lwak on the Beat pro...
10m Jul 26, 2018
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423: South Sudan Civil Society appeals for people focused budget
Civil society organizations have joined hands to advocate for a people-centered budget that serves the needs of ordinary South Sudanese. Civil society activists argue that the current budget before parliament has fallen short of addressing the critical needs of the ordinary citizens. Lorna Merekaje, Secretary-General of South Sudan Democratic Engagement Monitoring and Observation program said...
16m Jul 26, 2018
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422: Construction Skills acquired from UNMISS Peacekeepers construct new dreams for Youths in Bor
A twelve (12) -week hands-on course on building and construction delivered by Korean peace-keepers serving with the UN Mission In South Sudan has given a sense of hope to the youths in Bor. The students are preparing to graduate in August after acquiring skills in brick laying, concrete making, hollow-tile, concrete-block, and construction. Some students Radio Miraya spoke with said they hope...
6m Jul 26, 2018
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421: South Sudan opposition snubs Khartoum agreement on Governance
The South Sudan Opposition Alliances, a coalition of nine opposition groups say they will not take part in signing any agreement that does not address the roots causes of the conflict in the country. Speaking to radio Miraya this afternoon, Kwaje Lasu, Spokesperson of the Alliance said the the alliance is not ready to initialing any document that does not resolve the core issues of the conflic...
6m Jul 26, 2018
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420: South Sudan rivals sign power-sharing deal
Government and the main opposition group have initialled a power-sharing deal at talks in the Sudanese capital, Khartoum. The initialling ceremony in Khartoum last evening was attended by Opposition leader and former Vice-President Riek Machar, who according to the latest deal has been reinstated to resume his role. Speaking to Miraya Breakfast show this morning, Peter Mayen, head of delegati...
6m Jul 26, 2018
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419: A youth Perspective on how to deal with grievances in South Sudan
Staying with disturbing story about Maban and the way the youths decided to resolve their grievances through violence. This is at the heart of an expanded discussion this morning. What is the best way to resolve grievances? is violence ever justified? Joining us on the show to discuss the impact of this attack was Jacob Bul, Naome Aluel, and Michael Wani all youth activists here in South Suda...
18m Jul 25, 2018
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418: One soldier killed, four injured in an ambush in Amadi state
One soldier was killed and four others injured in an ambush by armed men in Amadi state. Speaking to Radio Miraya, Amadi state Minister of Information, John Obote said the deceased soldier was part of a government convoy travelling from Mundri to Doro Boma in Karikere County. He says the incident happened on Monday this week
4m Jul 25, 2018
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417: Norway injects $18.6m to scale up FAO emergency response in South Sudan
The Norwegian Ambassador in Juba, Lars Andersen and the FAO Country Representative, Serge Tissot, last week visited farmers in Gurei who have been supported under the efforts of fighting hunger. The two met groups of farmers to look at their progress, including those who were supported with vouchers and were trained to produce food on their own and sell the surplus. Philip Wani was on that tr...
6m Jul 25, 2018
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416: Yambio Female Mayor, vows to transform the Municipality
A major reshuffle in Gbudue State government has seen a woman appointed as new Mayor of Yambio municipality. Gbudue state Governor, Daniel Badagbu, appointed Reverend Judith Reuben Nangbondo as the new mayor of Yambio. The New Mayor was sworn into office on Tuesday and our reporter Felix Francis Katie, caught up with her for a short conversation on her priorities.
4m Jul 25, 2018
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415: “Lack of education is the reason we are destroying ourselves,” South Sudan Artist
Emmy Raj is an emerging artist who at just 21 years old has produced a power vocal dripping with soul and emotion about the need for education in South Sudan. Emmy Raj’s first single, “Education is key stressing that “Lack of education is the reason why we are losing direction” is for you. His lustrous voice backed by an energetic music inspired track is sure to be a major song for those advoc...
4m Jul 25, 2018
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414: ICRC convoys arrive in Tombura with much needed aid relief
A convoy of 18 - trucks belonging to the International Committee of the Red Cross, finally entered Tombura state on Monday, two weeks after they were intercepted by armed men about 40kms from Mundri town. Mathew Aime, Tombura state Minister of Information says the displaced persons started receiving the the relief items, but said authorities are concerned about ongoing insecurity in the state....
5m Jul 25, 2018
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413: Strong Surveillance stepped up in fight against Guinea worm - UNICEF Officer
The Ministry of Health with partners have stepped up surveillance and outreach activities in West-ern Lakes after new cases of Guinea worms. UNICEF Chief of Water, Hygiene and Sanitation, Victor Kinyanjui, said the possibility of guinea worms increasing remains great if detection and reporting is not done in a timely manner. Victor was hosted on Miraya Breakfast show. Listen to the full inter...
6m Jul 24, 2018
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412: Exit Interview with American Embassy Press Secretary
Mark Weinberg, has been the US Embassy press secretary here in Juba and his assignment comes to an end this month. Before he lives, Mark Weinberg was kind enough to join Miraya Breakfast show crew- Irene and Sebit for a short conversation about his time of service in South Sudan. Listen here
5m Jul 23, 2018
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411: WHO secures vaccine for pre-emptive Cholera campaigns in S. Sudan
The World Health Organization has secured more than 562 thousand doses of oral cholera vaccine, to conduct pre-emptive campaigns in South Sudan. The cholera vaccines were dispatched to WHO by the Global Task Force on Cholera Control to mitigate the risk of cholera outbreaks in cholera transmission hotspots in South Sudan, including Torit, Yirol East, Yirol West and Panyiji. To tell us more ab...
7m Jul 23, 2018
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359: Child’s Perspective; What makes a society great?
On Kids express today, Denis Ogen asks the children of JCC Primary School in Munuki, what makes a society great. Kids Express is presented by Denis Ogen and Produced by Machrine Birungi. Listen here
48m Jul 21, 2018
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410: Statement by Sudanese Foreign Minister on adjournment of Khartoum talks
Sudanese mediators say the initialing of a final power-sharing deal by South Sudan parties in Khartoum has been delayed after the government delegation requested more time to consult. Sudanese Foreign Minister, Al-Dirdiri Mohamed Ahmed told journalists in Khartoum that initialing was pushed from Thursday after the delegation requested more time to negotiate on the outstanding issues regarding ...
5m Jul 20, 2018
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406: UNV Spotlights Leni Kinzli, Public Information Officer
Spotlight’s Irene Lasu speaks to Leni Kinzli, an American-German dual citizen with a strong passion to bring people from different backgrounds together to foster peace and understanding. She started her career working with a cultural exchange organization in Germany called Middle East Excursion, which took her to Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, Iraq, and Turkey in 2010. She then completed a master’s d...
44m Jul 20, 2018
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409: Enough is enough; end the senseless killings, JMEC tells warring Parties
The Joint Monitoring and Evaluation (JMEC), has called on the warring parties to embrace the spirit of compromise at the revitalization forum and end the conflict. Lt. Gen. Augostino Njoroge, JMEC Deputy Chairperson Ambassador says steps that have been taken towards the Peace Agreement revitalization process are “encouraging,” but is advising the Parties to endeavor to resolve the outstanding ...
5m Jul 20, 2018
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407: Rape remains prevalent in South Sudan IDP camps
Rape has been identified as the most common form of gender based violence among displaced persons in Yambio. These were the findings of an assessment conducted by the Support Peace Initiative Development Organization – SPIDO.  The Rule of Law officer for SPIDO in Yambio, Morris John Peter says the outcome of the assessment has been discussed with key stakeholders from the United Nations, Civi...
4m Jul 20, 2018
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405: Sudanese mediators to present revised power-sharing proposal to parties in Khartoum
Sudanese mediators will today present a new power-sharing proposal for parties meeting in Khartoum.  The draft takes into consideration observations from the government and opposition alliance regarding an Entebbe draft proposal that was presented by the mediation team on Monday. Rajab Mohandis, a member of the civil society forum at the talks says delegations consulted till late yesterday an...
10m Jul 18, 2018
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404: Road ambushes and killings pose growing security threats in Amadi
At least two women including a pregnant mother were killed last month along the Maridi Mundri road and a Somali trader was killed three weeks ago between Lui and Lanyi. Just last week 9 people were attacked - Four of them were killed between Lui and Mundri. This spate of attacks and ambushes continue to pose growing security threats in Amadi state. Amadi state governor, Joseph Ngere Paciko, ...
5m Jul 18, 2018
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403: Tension remain high in Duk Pagak following weekend killings
Tension remains high in Duk-Pagak county of Jonglei state, after three traders were killed over the weekend. Duk-Pagak County Commissioner, James Yen, says the tension has been triggered by reports that some suspects that had been arrested in relation to criminal activities have been released from jail. James Yen, told Mach Samuel that immediate intervention is needed to harmonize strained re...
5m Jul 18, 2018
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402: South Sudan presents Protest note to France over Ambassador's Remarks on Human Rights
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a protest note against remarks made by the French ambassador to South Sudan, during celebrations to mark Bastile day. On Saturday, Ambassador Jean-Yves Roux cited a UN report detailing horrific human rights violations against civilians by the SPLA and allied forces, and recommended that those responsible for that barbary "can be, and must be, caught, ...
4m Jul 18, 2018
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401: Israel Veteran Soldier advises S Sudanese to promote nationalism
A veteran Israeli soldier who played an active role in the Anya-nya revolution is making an impassioned appeal to the country’s leaders to unite and overcome the differences for the sake of peace. Gen. David Ben-Uziel made the comments as he shared his experience in Parliament yesterday. 81-year-old Uziel has authored a book titled ‘A Mossad Agent in Southern Sudan 1969-1971’ which recounts h...
6m Jul 18, 2018
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400: Interview with Daniel Mwaka on the Prospects for Peace and the Role of the Youth in South Sudan
[...] "Promoting dialogue and engaging peace building involving the youth is critical for peace in South Sudan, we are encouraging the young people to embrace dialogue over violence and hold the future in their own hands," - Daniel Mwaka, Executive Director Youth Empowerment Organisation, also Human Rights defender. Daniel Mwaka was our guest this morning on Miraya Breakfast show to discuss th...
7m Jul 17, 2018
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398: Parties to sign final Peace deal in Khartoum
Final documents have been prepared and parties meeting for peace talks in Khartoum are today expected to sign deals on transitional governance and power sharing agreements. The drafts prepared by Sudanese Mediators calls for creation of five vice presidents in the unity government. The new proposal maintains the controversial 32 states until an Independent Boundaries Commission determines the ...
5m Jul 17, 2018
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399: Comedy to mobilize Youths in Torit for Peace and Unity
A theatrical group in Torit town is using comedy as a tool for uniting and reconciling communities.  The ‘Torit Star Comedy’ group comprises young people from different ethnic groups, who have come together to use jokes and laughter to promote peace. Group leader, Sami Dejoka told Radio Miraya Reporter, James Okell that theperformances are designed to change mindsets and heal wounds.
5m Jul 17, 2018
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397: Analyst says extension of government’s tenure allows it to remain legitimate
A Policy Analyst at the Sudd Institute Zachariah Diing Akol has said the extension of the tenure of government by three years is the right move to avoid a power vacuum. Last week Parliament voted unanimously to extend the tenure of government by three years from August 2018 to August 2021. Zachariah Diing says the extension was necessary because it allows it remain legitimate and continue in ...
6m Jul 17, 2018
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396: Boma state scales up efforts to contain inter-ethnic tensions
Authorities in Boma state are scaling up efforts to protect civilians and their properties. This after more than 80 people were killed in inter-communal fighting between the Jie and Murle communities. For the latest updates on the security and humanitarian situation, we are joined on phone from Pibor by the Boma state minister of Local government Natabu Abraham.
5m Jul 17, 2018
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395: Several feared dead in attack on Duk-Pagak in Jonglei state
Several people are feared dead following an attack in Duk-Pagak town of Jonglei state. Gunmen stormed the town yesterday morning and looted merchandise from businesspersons before organised forces intervened. Jonglei state governor Philip Aguer says the incident appears to be in revenge for a deadly ambush on a convoy of cattle traders in Pagak last Friday, in which four traders were killed a...
5m Jul 16, 2018
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393: USAID injects $60 million dollars to support emergency education
The United States Agency for International Development – USAID, is today announcing a new project designed to deepen the reach of the Emergency Education across the country. The Integrated Essential Emergency Education Services project implemented by the United Nations Children’s Fund – UNICEF is expected to cover ten former states and beneficiaries outside of the Protection of Civilian (PoC) ...
11m Jul 16, 2018
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392: UK Commits additional £70m Pounds to help more girls go to school
The UK government has announced it would provide a further £70 million British pounds in funding to the Girls’ Education in South Sudan. The money will help girls who are in school, those who have never attended school due to family constraints and those who have dropped out of school. Philip Wani asked the UK Minister for Africa affairs, Harriett Baldwin, why keeping girls in school is a val...
6m Jul 16, 2018
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394: Analyst says UN arms embargo will put pressure on parties to reach peace agreement
A political analyst and professor at the University of Juba says an arms embargo imposed by the UN Security Council last week will put pressure on the parties to reach a peace deal.  James Ukuk, Professor of Political Science at University of Juba said the restriction of arms purchases could weaken the government’s positions in the battle field, but could at the same time make it difficult for...
6m Jul 16, 2018
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391: UPDATE: Sudanese mediators are today expected to brief parties on the outcome of their consultations
Sudanese mediators are today expected to brief parties on the outcome of their consultations and announce the way forward on the Khartoum talks.  The mediators have since last Friday been involved in ‘shuttle diplomacy’ and individual discussions with the different delegations seeking agreements in transitional governance and power sharing arrangements. The discussions were focused on comment...
4m Jul 16, 2018
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390: British Minister for Africa breathes fresh advice into Peace Process
“There can be no progress in terms of peace, unless those who are armed, put down those arms and resolve everything thorough political discussions as opposed to armed conflict,” thats according to the UK Minister for Africa affairs Harriett Baldwin. The Minister has been in South Sudan says the United Kingdom would like to see an inclusive peace process designed to bring permanent peace to the...
3m Jul 16, 2018
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360: What is Peace? Kids in South Sudan share their thoughts
Pupils from New Apostolic Church Primary School in Juba were asked a few questions about peace. Here's what they said. Kids Express is presented by Denis Ogen and Produced by Machrine Birungi.
48m Jul 14, 2018
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389: Parliamentary Network for Population and development Launched
Supported by the United Nations Population Fund – UNFPA, the Network will help promote and protect human rights and welfare, especially of women and children. It will also promote reproductive health including family planning, prevention of HIV and harmful practices such as child marriage and gender-based violence. UNFPA country representative, Mary Otieno, challenged the legislators to be ch...
3m Jul 13, 2018
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388: Khartoum peace talks extended to next Tuesday
Peace talks in Khartoum have been extended once again to give Sudanese mediators time to engage in shuttle diplomacy between South Sudan and Uganda.  The consultations will focus on comments received from the parties on a revised version of what is known as the “Entebbe draft proposal” crafted by Uganda president Yoweri Museveni.  The talks which were expected to conclude yesterday have been ...
7m Jul 13, 2018
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387: Parliament extends tenure of TGoNU by three Years
Parliament on Thursday passed a motion extending the tenure of the transitional government of national unity for another three years. A joint sitting of Parliament and the Council of States unanimously passed the Constitutional Amendment Bill this morning, extending the government's mandate for another three years. Paul Yoanne Bonju, is the chairperson of Parliament’s information committee. H...
2m Jul 13, 2018
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386: FAO trains village facilitators to fight Fall Armyworm in South Sudan
Efforts to fight Fall armyworm, an insect that destroys crops, have received a boost thanks to the Government of Japan’s financial support to train farmers to combat the spread of Fall armyworm, strengthen food security and build the resilience of local communities in affected areas. The funding channeled through the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization  - FAO has so far seen more ...
5m Jul 13, 2018
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385: Norwegian Ambassador says agreements should translate to reality
The government of Norway says parties to the peace agreement must take charge of their troops to ensure the full implementation of ceasefire agreements.  In an exclusive interview on Radio Miraya’s Breakfast Show, Norway’s Ambassador to South Sudan Lars Andersen applauded regional efforts to realize peace and stressed the need for a political solution.  Ambassador Lars said the value of any a...
6m Jul 12, 2018
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383: Woman activist suggests combined approach to eliminating SGBV
[...] “Let men stop raping women, enough is enough” – Sunday Betty, South Sudan Civil Society Activist Sunday’s remarks come on the heels of the release of a UN report that pinned government soldiers for gang rapes and brutal attacks on civilians, particularly against women and children in parts of Unity State. Betty says a combination of grassroots initiatives, better response and policy cha...
7m Jul 12, 2018
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384: Norway donates USD $18.6 million in multiyear funding to FAO
The Government of Norway has donated 150 million Norwegian kroners which is an equivalent of about 18.6 million US dollars in multiyear funding to provide life-saving livelihood support to thousands of farmers in South Sudan. The donation will be channeled through the UN Food and Agriculture Organisation – FAO, to improve food security. Norway’s Ambassador to South Sudan, Lars Andersen, told ...
3m Jul 12, 2018
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382: Civil Society criticize revised governance proposal, recommend lean government and smaller legislature
Civil Society organizations have submitted their response to a revised proposal on governance arrangements, proposing a leaner government and smaller legislature. In their submission, the South Sudan Civil Society Forum says proposals to increase the number of ministries from 30 to 45 and an additional 150 Members of Parliament are a waste of resources, in a country already grappling with an e...
7m Jul 12, 2018
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381: New Zealander making a difference through Teaching in South Sudan
Sister Monica, a New Zealand nun, is working as a teacher trainer in Yambio, South Sudan. Her main focus is helping educate a generation of young south sudanese who will become future teachers. She has in her ten years of dedicated service seen about 200 young South Sudanese graduate into professional teachers. Francesca caught up with Sister Monica who left her home in New Zealand and has f...
6m Jul 12, 2018
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380: Gisma Khamis the Young woman of Yambio with a passion to teach
Talking about giving youth an opportunity to engage in productive activities, we meet Gisma Khamis,  a young girl in Yambio who has a strong passion to become a teacher in South Sudan. She spoke to Francesca Mold explaining why this is her passion. Listen here.
2m Jul 12, 2018
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379: UNMISS to double peacekeeper presence in Yambio, says SRSG David Shearer
The UN Special Representative of the Secretary General and Head of the UN Mission in South Sudan, David Shearer,  has announced that the UN Mission will double its peacekeeping presence in Yambio over the coming months, to boost civilian confidence and encourage the growth of projects geared towards peace building and development.  Mr. Shearer was in Yambio on Tuesday to meet with government o...
3m Jul 12, 2018
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378: Terrain Hotel attack Court Verdict awaits approval of Top Army Leadership
The army says the verdict of a case against 13 SPLA soldiers accused of staging an attack on the Terrain Hotel in Juba is waiting the approval of the top army leadership.  The comments come hours after the Undersecretary-General and UN Special Representative on Sexual Violence in Conflict, Pramila Patten called on the government to expedite the announcement of the verdict. Ms. Patten said the...
3m Jul 11, 2018
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