2760: Pakistani Peacekeepers Prepare for Flooding in South Sudan's Unity State
As South Sudan braces for record flooding, areas like Bentiu, which haven't seen floodwaters recede since 2021, are most at risk. For the past several months, Pakistani peacekeepers in Bentiu have been working  to prepare for what could potentially set a new record high for water levels in Unity State. Pakistani Flood Officer, Captain Waseem Hussnain, expressed confidence in their preparations.
8m Jun 13, 2024
8m
2760: NAIROBI PEACE TALKS: Real-SPLM leader calls for a comprehensive peace plan
The leader of the Real-SPLM opposition group, Pa’gan Amum is proposing the adoption of a comprehensive plan to achieve lasting peace in South Sudan. Amum also acknowledges collective responsibility for the problems being faced in the country and says the time has come to move on and focus on building peace. He spoke to Miraya’s Sani Martin in Nairobi, on the sidelines of the high-level mediatio...
8m Jun 13, 2024
8m
2759: USG and ASG Joint Visit to South Sudan
Guest: - Christian Saunders: Special Coordinator on Improving the UN Response to Sexual Exploitation and Abuse - Najla Nassif Palma: Victims' Rights Advocate
23m Jun 12, 2024
23m
2758: NAIROBI PEACE TALKS: Mediators should continue engaging the opposition to join the talks - Kuel Aguer Kuel
The former Governor of Northern Bahr-El-Ghazal State, also Head of Delegation for the People Coalition for Civil Action says they are concerned by the absence of other opposition leaders at the talks. Kuel Aguer Kuel tells Radio Miraya's Sani Martin that General Thomas Cirilo, the leader of the National Salvation Front, General Simon Gatwech from the SPLM Kitgwang group in the Nairobi Peace tal...
7m Jun 10, 2024
7m
2757: Nairobi Peace Talks: The Role of Faith Based Groups
Guest: - Archbishop Moses Deng Bol - Peace Envoy for South Sudan Council of Churches
13m Jun 10, 2024
13m
2756: NAIROBI PEACE TALKS: Women's Participation in the Mediation Process
A women representative at the high-level mediation talks in Nairobi is calling for the inclusion of more women in the process. Nagomoro Bridget, from the South Sudan women's block raises concerns that there are less than ten women in the delegations.
10m Jun 10, 2024
10m
2755: Nightime raids in Mankien linked to Terchoung forces
Residents of Mankien say their town is being raided during the night by armed youth they claim are part of the Terchoung militia, loyal to former Unity State Governor Dr. Joseph Monytuil. Businessman Kumthin Maoal Gai told Miraya that the crime spree began after Monytuil was ousted from office after 11 years in government. More robberies have been reported on the roads leading out of Mankien. ...
4m Jun 09, 2024
4m
2754: NAIROBI PEACE TALKS: Commitments must be implemented - Joseph Madak Both Wuol
Chief Negotiator of the UDRM/A, Joseph Madak Both Wuol tells Radio Miraya that the current peace process is about implementing all the parties' commitments.
14m Jun 08, 2024
14m
2753: Youth Forum - Nairobi Talks Youth Delegates: "It's time for South Sudan leaders to put people first"
Recorded live in Nairobi at the venue of the Tumaini Initiative, the High-Level Mediation for South Sudan, we delve into the expected outcomes of the talks from the perspectives of young people in South Sudan. Guests: Geoffery Duke - Stakeholder and Delegate of South Sudan Civil Society Forum. Manasse Mathiang - Stakeholder and Delegate of South Sudan Civil Society Forum, People's Coalition f...
1hr 12m Jun 08, 2024
1hr 12m
2752: Nairobi Peace Talks: Taking stock of the mediation process?
It's been one month since the Tumaini Initiative commenced in Nairobi, Kenya. The initiative, a high-level mediation process, brings together the South Sudan government, hold-out opposition groups that are not part of the peace agreement, and civil society. On this episode of Roundtable, Sani Martin and the guests talk about the issues that have been discussed and the direction of the talks. Gu...
1hr 56m Jun 08, 2024
1hr 56m
2751: SPECIAL ENVOY MATHOM: "We are willing to change"
Head of the government delegation at the Nairobi Tumaini Peace Initiative reassures that 'this will be the last time the people of South Sudan are negotiating peace outside their country.' In a statement on Friday, Special Envoy Albino Mathom Ayuel said the country's leaders are 'ready and willing to change' in the interest of peace. Special Envoy Mathom was addressing the delegates during a ...
2m Jun 08, 2024
2m
2750: NORWEGIAN FOREIGN MINISTER: "We Expect More From the Talks"
Norwegian Foreign Affairs Minister, Espen Barthe Eide, addressed the High-Level Mediation Talks for South Sudan in Nairobi on Friday. Foreign Minister Eide recounted the long cordial history and similarities the people of Norway share with South Sudan, right from the liberation struggle to Independence and onwards. The Foreign Minister sounded ‘disappointment’ at the trajectory of events and ...
9m Jun 08, 2024
9m
2749: MBS: Food Safety Day
Guest: - Stella Juan - Acting Director of Quality Assurance in Bureau of Standards
9m Jun 07, 2024
9m
2748: Malaria vaccines are safe: UNICEF
The UN children's agency (UNICEF) is encouraging parents to vaccinate their children against malaria when the vaccination campaign opens up in July. The call follows the arrival of  645,000 doses of R21 malaria vaccines, expected to be rolled out to 28 counties with the highest malaria burden in the country. UNICEF South Sudan officials, Immunisation Specialist, Patti Samuel and Social and Beha...
22m Jun 03, 2024
22m
2747: The Importance of Peacekeeping: Lessons from South Sudan
For over 70 years, peacekeepers have been protecting the lives of hundreds of millions of vulnerable people and creating conditions for lasting peace. Peacekeepers actively prevent conflict, establish relations for de-escalation of tension and strengthen security and institutions. In South Sudan, peacekeepers are tasked with the mandate of protecting civilians, creating conditions conducive to ...
42m May 31, 2024
42m
2746: South Sudan: Importance of MultilateralismOffice of the Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa
South Sudan is a member of the United Nations, the African Union, the East African Community, and the Intergovernmental Authority on Development. On this episode of Democracy in Action, we look at the importance of multilateralism on democracy, we get understand the role of IGAD and the United Nations Office of the Special Envoy. The guests joining Lucy Kiden are David Kwaje, IGAD Head of Missi...
45m May 30, 2024
45m
2745: South Sudan's next generation of top models
The search for South Sudan's next top model is on in Juba. Creative Director, Joram Muzira, at JORAM MODEL MANAGEMENT in Uganda, a powerhouse in the fashion industry known for discovering and nurturing talent is currently on an African tour to scout for the next generation of top models. Joram has traveled across the continent and he is in South Sudan.
7m May 30, 2024
7m
2744: Roundtable: Status of preparedness for the Looming floods in South Sudan
The IGAD Climate Prediction and Applications Centre (ICPAC) has indicated that several countries in the region, including South Sudan, must prepare for heavy rains that are expected to cause flooding. Certain regions of the country have been significantly affected by #floods for several years, while others have experienced #drought. These natural disasters have profoundly impacted the livelih...
1hr 55m May 25, 2024
1hr 55m
2743: South Sudan Bar Association: Lawyers seek a stronger regulatory body
As elections of the South Sudan Bar Association loom, legal professionals say the bar must be reorganised to entrench good governance and promote rule of law. Advocates John Kelei and John Kon Deng say having a strengthened regulatory body will protect the lawyers and their clients in the delivery of justice.
16m May 23, 2024
16m
2742: International Day to End Obstetric Fistula: Increasing Awareness and Enhancing Access to Maternal Healthcare in South Sudan
As the world marks the International Day to End Obstetric Fistula, health professionals in South Sudan say awareness is key in avoiding women suffering from the condition that affects maternal health. Reverend Janet Michael, Director of Nursing and Midwifery at the national Ministry of Health, and Manuela Modong, a Gender, Youth and Women's Health practitioner with AMREF Health Africa are in co...
21m May 23, 2024
21m
2742: Peacemakers - The Work of UNMISS Civil Affairs Division in Bor, Jonglei
Khalif Farah, Civil Affairs Officer in Bor tells Radio Miraya that the UN Mission has collaborated with diverse social actors to bring together communities that have been in conflict in the Jonglei region. Communities that have not had dialogue for a long period are back in conversations on peace. The discussions are extending to livestock trade as a way of fostering peaceful relations among th...
35m May 22, 2024
35m
2741: ROUNDTABLE: The Roles of Youth in Nation-Building and Democratic Transition in South Sudan
Guests: Hon.  Dr. Joseph Geng Akech: Minister of Youth and Sports Adv. Ramadhan Mogga: Chairperson, National Youth & Sports Council Adv. Gabriel Mading Apach: Chairperson, Preparatory Committee Adv. Ajang Duot Aj
2hr May 18, 2024
2hr
2740: High-Level Mediation for South Sudan in Nairobi: Leader of the Real-SPLM, Pagan Amum
5m May 16, 2024
5m
2739: High-Level Mediation for South Sudan in Nairobi: Chief mediator, Gen. Lazarus Sumbeiywo
6m May 16, 2024
6m
2738: High-Level Mediation for South Sudan in Nairobi: Special Envoy, Albino Mathom
4m May 16, 2024
4m
2737: High-Level Mediation for South Sudan in Nairobi: Civil Society Representative, Ayak Chol Deng Alak
6m May 16, 2024
6m
2736: Parliamentary oversight on government critical for debt management and accountability
Economic analyst James Boboya says the passing of the Public Financial Accountability 2011, Amendment Bill will be a huge step toward ensuring proper use of resources in the country. The bill will ensure that all loans are approved by Parliament. Mr. Boboya says over 2 billion worth of loans are unacconted for due to lack of proper debt data management. He says once the bills is passed, there w...
16m May 15, 2024
16m
2735: Nairobi Peace Talks: Ongoing consultations will determine structure and agenda of negotiations
Mediators in the high level mediation for South Sudan are conducting consultations with stakeholders in the peace process to map out issues that will shape the agenda of negotiations. The Revitalised Government of National Unity and parties that are non-signatory to the peace agreement have drawn up their positions on the negotiations in Nairobi. A delegate of the civil society in the process, ...
18m May 15, 2024
18m
2734: Nationwide. Nairobi Peace Talks
Guest: - Dr. Luka Deng - Professor at the University of Juba and member of SUDD institute
29m May 14, 2024
29m
2733: MBS. Equality and Non-Discrimination Against Women and Girls with Disabilities.
Guests: - Mary Federico Loko Jenerino - Estella Peter Locho Ohure
24m May 13, 2024
24m
2733: MBS. First Sign Language Learning Centre in South Sudan
14th of May 2024, Juba will witness a landmark event, the official opening of the first "Sign Language Learning Centre in South Sudan". This initiative is not just a step but a giant leap towards inclusivity and equal opportunities for the deaf and hard of hearing in our community. Guest: Edmund Yakani - Executive Director of the Community Empowerment for Progress Organization
9m May 13, 2024
9m
2732: Nairobi Peace Talks: Youth Representative at the Reconstituted Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission, Patrick Godi
Ptarick Godi analyzing the main issues which he raised in his presentation as a civil society member during Nairobi Peace talks. Nairobi talks continues with the government presenting its responses to issues that were raised by the opposition holdout groups and the civil society on Saturday.
9m May 13, 2024
9m
2731: Pojulu Cultural Festival Launched in Juba
18m May 10, 2024
18m
2730: South Sudanese Head Negotiator Declares Commitment to the Peace Mediation Process
Chief South Sudan government's chief negotiator Albino Mathom  said the pre-mediation consultations gave hope that an agreement was possible.
3m May 10, 2024
3m
2730: Opposition Groups Leader Pagan Amum Speaks on the Position of Non-Signatories at the Mediation Talks
Speaking on behalf of all non-signatory parties present at the talks, Pagan Amum said South Sudan is currently facing multiple crises ranging from climate change to stalled political processes. He said there is need for a new social contract that will define the type of a state South Sudanese will have and how they will manage their affairs.
10m May 10, 2024
10m
2729: President Salva Kiir speaks at the High Level Mediation Talks for South Sudan
In his address at the launch of the Nairobi high level mediation talks with houldout groups, President Kiir paid tribute to the Rome peace process mediators for laying a firm foundation to current negotiations. He told delegates that his negotiators have a conviction for stability in South Sudan, and they will be deliberating in good faith and open mindedness.
4m May 10, 2024
4m
2729: United States Special Envoy to the Horn of Africa addressing delegates at the South Sudan High Level Mediation
US Special Envoy to the Horn of Africa Michael Hammer says the USA maintains its fundaental priorities for South Sudan which are anchored on peace, human rights and a democratic transition. Hammer urged South Sudan leaders to live to their responsibilities and he appealed to non-signatory groups to use the opportunity to demonstrate that they are committed to peace.
4m May 09, 2024
4m
2729: Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema addresses High Level Mediation For South Sudan
President Hakainde Hichilema has urged South Sudanese leaders to focus on development. He said the resource envelope for every country is small and it must be channeled to building schools and hospitals and not funding wars. Speaking to delegates at the launch of the South Sudan mediation talks in Nairobi, President Hichilema reiterated that wars have no winners.
5m May 09, 2024
5m
2729: President William Ruto addresses the High Level Mediation for South Sudan
Host of the mediation talks, President William Ruto told delegates in Nairobi that the mediation is part of the "Silencing the Guns in Africa" initiative driven by the determination of finding better ways to resolve conflict.
10m May 09, 2024
10m
2728: Peace Talks in Nairobi, Kenya: Minister of Peacebuilding, Stephen Par Kuol
8m May 09, 2024
8m
2728: Peace Talks in Nairobi, Kenya: The secretary-general of the Community of Sant'Egidio, Paolo Impagliazzo
8m May 09, 2024
8m
2727: Peace Talks in Nairobi, Kenya: Minister of Information and Government spokesperson, Michael Makuei Lueth
9m May 09, 2024
9m
2726: ROUNDTABLE: Registration fees for political parties
As the country prepares for the ending of the transitional period, the political processes leading to the elections are underway. Already, the Political  Parties Council and National Election Commission have started their respective preparations. Early this year, the Political Parties Council notified all unregistered political parties to submit their credentials and applications for registrati...
1hr 54m May 06, 2024
1hr 54m
2725: WORLD PRESS FREEDOM DAY: Free Press in South Sudan
On Media Forum, the UK Ambassador to South Sudan, Guy Warrington is joined by the director of the Association for Media Development in South Sudan, Ayaa Irene. They talk about the importance of free press in building a democratic society. South Sudan is heading towards its critical political moment as the transitional government is expected to end through the holding a democratic general electi...
32m May 03, 2024
32m
2724: WORLD PRESS FREEDOM DAY: Journalists must take the lead in highlighting climate change crisis in South Sudan
Eye Radio Station Manager Koang Pal and Chris Marol are in conversation with the Miraya Breakfast Show's Irene Lasu on the importance of the free press in South Sudan. They speak about the importance of journalism in covering the climate crisis in the country. Some parts of the country have been facing unrelenting flooding for the past 3 years, and they say only journalism can shine the spotlig...
18m May 03, 2024
18m
2723: DEMOCRACY IN ACTION: The Role of Local Governance in the Democratic System
ON this edition of Democracy in Action, Radio Miraya's Sani Martin delves into local governance in South Sudan. How can local governance be effective in entrenching democratic processes in South Sudan? To explore the issue, Sani assembled the following guests in the studio: Mr. Martin Simon, Director General – State Ministry of Local Government and Law Enforcement CES Juan Rachel Michael Rober...
42m May 02, 2024
42m
2722: LABOUR DAY in South Sudan: Workers Struggling Through Economic Challenges
The South Sudan Federation Workers' Trade Union Federation is joining the rest of the world in commemorating International Labour Day. The union says South Sudanese workers are confronted by a plethora of challenges tied to economic challenges. They say the private sector workforce needs more protection due to weak formalisation of contractual arrangements between employers and employees. In co...
18m May 01, 2024
18m
2721: YOUTH FORUM: Lessons from South Africa's Democratic Process
Radio Miraya's George Livio Bahara is in conversation with Dr Jane Mufamadi, CEO of Freedom Park SA, an agency of the South African Department of Sports, Arts and Culture. Dr Mufamadi says youth must lead the reconciliatory processes as they are the ones who are vulnerable to conflict as both perpetrators and victims. She also says technical schools for vocational training must be a priority fo...
44m Apr 30, 2024
44m
2721: Precarious Journeys Down the Nile in South Sudan
Boats are the lifeline of communities that live in the states along the Nile River in South Sudan. The River Nile waters give life in more ways than one. From humanitarian food supplies to medicine and transport for people, the boat operators serve communities that need support.  However, the transport operators who eke a living out of the Nile say journeys down the river are a nightmare. Illeg...
6m Apr 30, 2024
6m
2721: Treatment of Clubfoot in OVCI/Usratuna in South Sudan
Clubfoot, a foot deformity that some children are born with is quite common in South Sudan but the treatment is challenging. Usratuna Rehabilitation Centre supported by OVCI in Juba offers treatment to patients coming from all over the country. Hakim Clement Emmanuel, a physiotherapist at the centre tells Radio Miraya that the treatment is life changing for beneficiaries. However, there are a l...
19m Apr 30, 2024
19m