1606: MSF launches malaria prevention initiative in Aweil
The medical charity - Médecins Sans Frontières or MSF is launching a new initiative to prevent malaria in Aweil town – Northern Barh el Ghazal state. The ‘Seasonal Malaria Chemo-prevention’ is a public health intervention that seeks to reduce the incidence of malaria among more than 25,000 children in Aweil under the age of five. The children will be given regular anti-malaria medications durin...
5m Jun 04, 2021
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1606: IGAD Special Envoy urges government to graduate Necessary Unified Forces
The IGAD Special Envoy for South Sudan Ismail Wais is encouraging the government to urgently graduate the Necessary Unified Forces to be deployed across the country to contain sub-national violence. The government has in the past said it is short of cash to speed up the graduation of the forces to immediately take charge of security during the transitional period. Speaking exclusively Radio Mir...
14m Jun 04, 2021
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1605: World Environment Day
Saturday, June 5, South Sudan will join the rest of the world in commemorating World Environment Day.   To get a South Sudanese perspective, Mr. Joseph Africano Batel – Undersecretary, Ministry of Environment and Mr Khamis Adieng Ding – spokesperson, National Wildlife Service spoke to the Miraya Breakfast Show. #TakeAListen
21m Jun 04, 2021
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1604: Minister of humanitarian affairs describes the recent attacks on humanitarian workers in Torit as ’isolated’ incidents
As the humanitarian crisis continues to worsen in the country, aid workers are increasingly falling victim to targeted attacks by unknown gunmen.  The most recent incident happened on Monday, when two humanitarian workers were reportedly assaulted by a group of youth in Torit locally known as Monyo-miji.  The staff include a driver working with UNDP and a staff member of the South Sudan Red C...
9m Jun 03, 2021
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1603: SRSG Nicholas Haysom addresses press conference in Juba
42m Jun 03, 2021
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1602: New report on South Sudan reveals a gloomy picture regarding the country’s food security.
A new report on South Sudan has revealed a gloomy picture regarding the country’s food security.  According to the Crop and Food Security Assessment Mission report by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the World Food Program (WFP) South Sudan is expected to experience a high food deficit for 2021 due to the impact of prolonged conflict and floods, leaving millions of citizens extr...
15m Jun 03, 2021
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1601: South Sudan Women Leadership Forum echoes calls for unity provision of civil space for all
South Sudan Women Leadership Forum has echoed calls for unity provision of civil space for all.   It came up during the recently help forum which drew participation of more than 130 women representatives at both the state and national levels. The forum aimed among others to unify women voices in support of a shared future. David Dau Acuoth, Senior Advisor in the office of the vice president fo...
8m Jun 02, 2021
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1600: Ministry of Peace Building embarks on peacebuilding across the country
The Ministry of Peace Building has embarked on peace building initiatives across the country aimed at achieving a lasting and sustainable peace in the country. The Ministry says it will reduce Inter communal violence in the states, cattle raiding, revenge killings among others, the Ministry is targeting State Leaders, Youth, traditional leaders and other stakeholders. The Undersecretary of Pe...
47m Jun 01, 2021
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1599: Over 100 looted cows in Warrap, returned to rightful owners
Two communities in Warrap State have started returning the looted cows among themselves in a peaceful and reconciliatory manner.  Several traditional chiefs and spear masters of Tonj East and Tonj North counties, with support from Warrap state authorities, gathered the previously looted 165 cows and officially handed them over to their rightful owners. The Cabinet Affairs minister Akec Tong Al...
5m Jun 01, 2021
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1598: Nationwide: Discussion on outcome of the recently concluded workshop on the permanent constitution making process
Steven Oola, Legal Adviser for RJMEC and Kathrin Scherr, Director, Max Planck Foundation joined Sani Martin on the Nationwide program to talk about the outcome of the recently concluded workshop on the permanent constitution making process organized by the Reconstituted Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission  .
45m May 31, 2021
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1597: Civil society activists want government to move ahead with the graduation of the unified forces
Civil society activists are advising the government to move ahead with the graduation of the unified forces despite an international arms embargo. The government says the restrictions on the purchase of fire arms, imposed by the UN Security Council are holding back the implementation of transitional security arrangements. Executive Director of the Community Empowerment for Progress Organization...
21m May 31, 2021
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1596: The Round table: The role of youth in peace building in South Sudan
1hr 53m May 29, 2021
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1595: Peacekeepers’ week
 Peacekeepers’ week, an initiative to celebrate national and international peacekeepers working in South Sudan, is today closing with amazing South Sudanese colleagues. Join Grace Bismark, a Nurse with UNMISS health services and Bennett Khamis KENYI, Information Analyst at the Joint Mission Analysis Center, UNMISS, as they let us in on their work.  Enjoy the interview.  
22m May 28, 2021
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1594: South Sudan commemorates Menstrual Hygiene Day
Today, May 28, is Menstrual Hygiene Day. This day aims to sensitize and highlight the importance of good menstrual hygiene management across the world.  Miraya breakfast this morning featured Data Emmanuel Gordon, Program Coordinator for Okay Africa Foundation, who gave us a South Sudanese perspective on the importance of this day. Listen to the full interview and hear some of the many challen...
14m May 28, 2021
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1593: Two suspected killers arrested in Yei
Authorities in Yei River county have arrested two suspects in the murder case of one man who was killed in the early hours of yesterday.  Speaking to Miraya breakfast this morning, commissioner of Yei River county Aggrey Cyrus says the deceased was heading home after watching a football match when he met his fate. He explains the details leading to the killing, in an interview. Take a listen.   
9m May 28, 2021
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1592: Nationwide: RJMEC to present report of the workshop on permanent constitution making to RTGONU
The Chairperson of the Reconstituted Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission interim Chairperson Maj. Gen. Charles Tai Gituai says the workshop is meant to come out with procedures that will set the basis for the making of the constitution. He said the report of the workshop will be presented to the RTGONU. He spoke exclusively to Miraya's Sani Martin on the Nationwide Program.
47m May 27, 2021
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1591: Peacekeeper of the day: Sirapob Horien
Listen to the story of our peacekeeper of the day, 29 years old Sirapob HORIEN from Thailand, who works as a Police Advisor for the UN Police
5m May 27, 2021
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1590: Doctors Union calls off planned strike
The South Sudan Doctors union says it is abolishing its plans to strike following the death of one its members in Unity state as well as other incidences in other parts of the country. The leadership of the Union had earlier announced a 72hr ultimatum for the perpetrators to be investigated, arrested and brought to justice. The acting chairperson of the union Dr. Anthony Garang told Radio Miray...
9m May 27, 2021
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1597: UN Volunteers driving the Youth, Peace and Security Agenda in South Sudan
UN Volunteers make up a large percentage of the UN peacekeepers serving  in different areas: promoting and protecting human rights, helping strengthen the rule of law, fostering political and reconciliations processes, public information officers who explain and build support for the peace processes and the work of the UN. UNV’s also serve in many support capacities in the areas of finance, log...
43m May 26, 2021
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1589: President Kiir commits to leading the country to credible elections
President Salva Kiir has affirmed government’s commitment to leading the country to credible and fair elections. The President made the comments when launching the official workshop to kick off the constitution making process that will lead the country to planned elections in 2023. Addressing representatives of the parties, stakeholders, the donor community, regional and international partners,...
27s May 26, 2021
27s
1588: Peacekeepers of the day
Our peacekeepers of the day are two military personnel from UNMISS’ Force Headquarters. Wing Commander Mehedi Hasan from Bangladesh and Major Netsai Bakasa from Zimbabwe share stories about their work in South Sudan. Take a listen.
10m May 26, 2021
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1586: SPLM: Use internal channels to air grievances
A group of SPLM members in the Jonglei State legislative assembly have called on all party members to use the mechanisms within the party constitution to address their grievances. Recently, some party members petitioned president Salva Kiir seeking the removal of the deputy governor of Jonglei state.   Mach Samuel has the rest of the detail. 
8m May 25, 2021
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1585: Juba City Council: Make formal grievance complaints to relevant authorities
Juba City Legislative Council has urged traders to forward their grievances, including unlawful taxes and fines to the rightful authorities.  This follows a silent protest by some traders in Konyo-konyo and other markets in the city over high taxes.   The Council’s chairperson Peter Loro Poulino said their doors are open for any complaints from the traders and the public.  Loro said dialogue...
4m May 25, 2021
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1584: Okay Africa: The future of Africa lies in the youth of today
A non-governmental organization has called on South Sudanese to learn and embrace their culture despite circumstances that could have affected their upbringing. Speaking to Miraya breakfast this morning to commemorate Africa Day, Okay Africa executive Director Wani Michael says most South Sudanese have had challenges in embracing their culture because they grew up in different countries followi...
11m May 25, 2021
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1583: Head of UNMISS emphasizes the importance of involving young people in conflict resolution and peace processes
The Special Representative of the UN Secretary General to South Sudan and head of UNMSS, Nicholas Haysom has emphasized the importance of involving young people in conflict resolution and peace processes. He made the call ahead of this year’s international Day of peacekeepers. His comments come as peacekeepers in South Sudan gear up for the celebration of the International Day of UN Peacekeepe...
10m May 25, 2021
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1582: Round table: Significance of non-oil revenue collection management in South Sudan
1hr 53m May 22, 2021
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1581: South Sudan commemorates World Day for Cultural diversity for Dialogue and Development
For every society to stand firm, there are some elements that hold them together and culture is one of them.  Culture is said to be an umbrella term which encompasses the social behavior and norms found in human societies. It is for this reason that the various countries appreciate and recognize the importance of culture.   To this effect, 21 May is World Day for Cultural diversity for Dialog...
15m May 21, 2021
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1580: South Sudanese student awarded for a wildlife conservation tech application
A South Sudanese student at the Nelson Mandela African Institute for Science and Technology in Arusha, Tanzania has won the prestigious international award from the National Geographic Society, USA.  The award is part of the key component of the practice-oriented masters’ degree programme, which encourages students to do research in design and implementation of digital innovations and solution...
10m May 20, 2021
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1579: UNDP awards five ICT innovative ideas in South Sudan
Late last year the United Nations Development Programme UNDP, together with its partners launched an innovation challenge for Technology Solution to address Conflict Early Warning and Response in South Sudan. Fifty youths with 26 ideas entered the competition which saw the final number trimmed down to five ideas only. The winning ideas will be presented at the award ceremony taking place this a...
10m May 20, 2021
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1578: UNMISS calls for more awareness on road safety
The United Nation Mission in South Sudan, UNMISS, says there is need for more awareness on road safety in the country. Speaking this morning to mark the 6th UN Global Traffic Safety Week, UNMISS Road safety and driving permit Officer in Charge Mohamed Maftah, says nothing is more precious than our lives. He called for enhanced law enforcement on traffic rules and regulations.
12m May 19, 2021
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1577: Government urged to strengthen land administration
The government is being called up on to strengthen land registry and create awareness on land ownership to minimize conflict.   UNMISS Civil Affairs Division team leader Victor Fasama, says there is need to have an effective land registry system in South Sudan. Government is currently having a two – day community engagement on land issues in Juba City and Juba County.    The initiative suppo...
14m May 19, 2021
14m
1576: OPP investigates suspension of Central Equatoria state information minister
A member of the Other Political Parties who is also the minister for humanitarian affairs and disaster management Peter Mayen Majongdit says an investigation is being conducted into the suspension of Central Equatoria State Minister for Information and Communication.  Minister Paulino Lukudu Obede was suspended by Governor Emmanuel Adi Anthony over the weekend. Mayen says the findings of the ...
1m May 19, 2021
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1575: UNMISS Child Protection Unit reiterates calls on armed forces to stop the use of children in conflict.
The Child Protection Unit of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan has reiterated calls on armed forces to stop the use of children in conflict. This follows the training of 60 military justice officials from the SPLA-IO, SSOA, SSPDF at a three-day workshop on child protection. The workshop has been organized by the UN Mission in South Sudan and the Disarmament, Demobilization and Reinteg...
8m May 18, 2021
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1574: Juba city council to meet chamber of commerce over multiple taxes
A meeting between traders and the Juba city council to address multiple taxes, is expected to take place today.  The chairperson of Central Equatoria state chamber of commerce, Robert Pitia, says the meeting will also discuss an alternative space for the roadside hawkers affected by the current crackdown by the city council.       Vendors across markets in Juba have long complained of over ta...
27s May 18, 2021
27s
1573: Population estimation survey begins today
For every government to properly budget for its citizens, it must have an estimation of the people to be served and this information is only made available through a census. South Sudan’s last Population and Household census was held in 2008, before the country’s independence. Today, as an independent nation, the population distribution dynamics of South Sudan have substantially changed, impac...
18m May 17, 2021
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1572: The Role of media in the Permanent Constitution Making Process in South Sudan
The 2018 revitalized peace agreement provides the parameters for the permanent constitution, and article 6.1 permits RTGoNU to initiate and oversee a Permanent Constitution-making Process, during the Transitional Period, also, article 6.13. says the process of permanent Constitution-making shall be led and owned by the people of South Sudan. The role of communications in facilitating public pa...
1hr 56m May 15, 2021
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1571: Health worker shot dead during ambush in Eastern Equatoria State
A health officer working with Cordaid, an international development organization, has been shot and killed in Budi County of Eastern Equatoria State. The incident occurred on Wednesday morning when the official vehicle she was travelling in was ambushed. The deceased together with the driver were heading to Kapoeta when it came under attack at the Ngarera stream along the Chukudum-Camp 15 road...
25s May 14, 2021
25s
1570: Peacekeeping force mandate in Abyei, extended
The UN Security Council has extended the mandate of the peacekeeping force in Abyei region. The council voted unanimously on Tuesday to extend the mandate until November 15, 2021.
1m May 12, 2021
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1569: South Sudan nurses celebrated
South Sudan mothers have been urged to show confidence in their health institutions despite the various challenges being faced. Speaking during a special interview to commemorate international nurses’ day, deputy chair, nursing faculty at South Sudan Nurses and Midwives Association Lucia Thomas says home delivery for childbirth is risky to both the mother and the child. She commended the nurses...
42m May 12, 2021
42m
1568: TNLA urged to prioritize national budget and implementation of the peace agreement
A member of the newly formed transitional national legislative assembly says the national budget and implementation of the peace agreement should be top priority during the assembly’s deliberations. Hon. Paul Yoane Bonju says the appointment of members of parliament comes at a time when a lot of pending issues need to be deliberated on. Yesterday, President Salva Kiir announced names of peopl...
1m May 11, 2021
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1567: UN condemns attack on humanitarian staff in Renk
UN Humanitarian Coordinator in South Sudan has condemned an attack on the staff of two international non-governmental organizations in Renk, Upper Nile State.  The victims were reportedly physically assaulted in their office premises by a group of youth on Monday.  Alaine Noudehou says violence against aid workers is not a solution to the grievances of the youth, adding that such incidents ar...
24s May 11, 2021
24s
1566: SSPDF set up general court martial in Warrap State
A general court martial to deal with crimes committed by soldiers has been set up by the army in Warrap State. Division 11 Commander of South Sudan People’s Defense Force (SSPDF), Major General Zechariah Akooi Yak, says any soldiers who will commit crimes against civilians will face the law without preconditions. He instructed soldiers in the area to respect civilians and act in accordance wi...
1m May 10, 2021
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1565: Yakani: Dissolution of the national legislative assembly welcome
A civil society organization has welcomed the long-awaited dissolution of the national legislative assembly and called for its swift reconstitution. Executive Director of the Community Empowerment for Progress Organization, Edmund Yakani, says the delay in the dissolution of the assembly has put many activities on a stand-still which include budget and security. Mr. Yakani appealed to the presi...
29s May 10, 2021
29s
1563: GIZ to inject seventeen million Euros in two agricultural projects in South Sudan
International organization Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit GmbH, GIZ, says it intends to inject seventeen million Euros in two agricultural projects in South Sudan to improve food security. Speaking to Radio Miraya's Sani Martin, the Country Director of GIZ Maik Schwarz said the two agricultural projects are still under preparation and once they are ready, they will bene...
10m May 07, 2021
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1564: South Sudan to regulate fees for private schools
The National Ministry of General Education and Instructions has issued a ministerial order to regulate fees that private schools can charge their learners. The ministerial order was announced on Thursday afternoon at a press conference in Juba by the Deputy Minister in the ministry of General Education and Instructions Martin Tako Moyi. Radio Miraya’s Lokuri henry attended the press conferenc...
5m May 07, 2021
5m
1562: WFP to support farmers to increase food production
The World Food Program has started an initiative to support local farmers to produce food for aid operations. WFP's Representative and Country Director Matthew Hollingworth, says under the program,  farmers will be supported  with tractors and  seeds  to encourage them to produce enough food which can be delivered to other parts of the country  to fight hunger. Mr. Hollingworth  added that WF...
15m May 05, 2021
15m
1561: Key suspect alleged to have shot Bishop elect of Rumbek arrested
A prime suspect who is believed to have shot the Bishop elect of Rumbek Diocese two weeks ago have been arrested bringing the total number of people arrested in the connection with the shooting to thirty-four. Speaking to Radio Miraya's Sani Martin on Tuesday, the Acting Minister of Information who is also the Chairperson of the Investigation Committee, Stephen Mathiang Deng, said security appa...
3m May 04, 2021
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1560: Eastern Equatoria governor assures safety for non-governmental organizations operating in the state
The governor of Eastern Equatoria, Louis Lobong Lojore, has assured safety of all employees in non-governmental organizations in the state. This comes after several humanitarian workers were allegedly attacked by a group of youth over concerns of unjust employment. The youth had written their concerns to the state government that they were being denied employment. Governor Lobong says a committ...
47m May 04, 2021
47m
1559: Schools officially reopen across South Sudan
Following a greenlight from the National taskforce on covid19, the Ministry of General Education and Instruction announced the official reopening of schools on Monday, 3rd of May. The Undersecretary of the Ministry of General Education Auyok Abol Kuyok sat with Sebit William on the Breakfast Show to explain more about the ministry’s preparedness. #TakeAListen 
11m May 03, 2021
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1558: Government and Stakeholders Commit to Improve Transparency in South Sudan Extractive Industries
The commitment of Government and other stakeholders to improve Transparency in Extractive Industries, was reached during a conference of Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI) under the theme “Seeing results from Natural Resources” and this was organized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation in Collaboration with UNDP and supported by the Norwegian Embas...
1hr 51m May 02, 2021
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