234: Ministry of Education to roll out Intensive Language courses for Arabic pattern Teachers and students
The National Ministry of Education plans to roll out an intensive English language courses for Arabic pattern teachers, so they are able to teach in English. This comes after the Transitional National Legislative assembly endorsed a plan by the Ministry of Education to set exams in Arabic to target secondary school students who are unable to answer examination questions set in English. Appear...
1m Apr 10, 2018
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233: Foundation stone laid for construction of $2m dollar surgical theater in Yambio
A foundation stone has been laid for the construction of a surgical theater at Saint Theresa Hospital in Nzara County. Father John Ngbapia, the Director for Catholic Organization for Development and peace in the diocese of Tambura says construction work supported by a joint church donor effort will cost slightly over two million US dollars. He says Construction of the state of the art surgica...
5m Apr 10, 2018
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232: Local NGO helps South Sudanese Refugee children deal with trauma
Platform Africa, a not for profit organisation has embarked on Trauma Healing training of trainers, to strengthen community-driven actions to mitigate trauma through building the capacity of refugee community leaders. More than 30 trainiers will  pass use their skills to provide therapeutic activities targeting refugee children in Ofua 2 Rhino Camp. The art for therapy initiative is designed ...
2m Apr 10, 2018
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231: The Spotlight with United Nations Volunteer Bashir Ur- Rahman, Monitoring and Reporting Specialist from Pakistan
Bashir Ur - Rahman, is a United Nations Volunteer - UNV from Pakistan, serving as a Monitoring & Reporting Specialist working with South Sudan Humanitarian Fund Technical Secretariat, of the United Nations Office for Humanitarian Affairs - UNOCHA. "The basic thing is humanity, when you are in the field you don't care about the color, religion or even anything you just look at the need and as a...
42m Apr 06, 2018
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228: Two Schools where fighting broke out among South Sudanese students re-opens
Two schools in Kakuma refugee camp which were closed down after students went on rampage protesting new school fees structures has re-opened. On 14 March 2018, a group of South Sudanese refugees attacked refugee children and teachers in Kakuma Secondary and Greenlight Secondary School. Nine teachers and thirty-one students were injured. The incident resulted into the closure of the two school...
7m Apr 06, 2018
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230: WHO trains health workers on requisition, distribution and use of health emergency kits
More than 20 health workers participated in a training on requisition, distribution and use of the World Health Organization W-H-O health emergency kits. The training is part of the efforts by W-H-O to strengthen supply chain management system in the country. Speaking to Radio Miraya, Negalign Kassa, W-H-O Medical Assistant and Health Technical Supply Chain Manager, said the trained health wo...
6m Apr 06, 2018
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229: Ministry of health reports decline in Rift Valley fever cases
The number of new rift valley fever cases diagnosed in Eastern Lakes state has reached its lowest point, health ministry authorities have said. Dr. Matthew Tut, the Director for emergencies, preparedness in the National ministry of Health, said there have been no new cases reported over the recent weeks. He said some few cases were reported among animals but not in humans. Dr. Tut attributed ...
4m Apr 06, 2018
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227: UNMAS Keeps South Sudan safe from the destructive legacy of mines
The UN mine action service in South Sudan - UNMAS supports the implementation of the UNMISS mandate by facilitating delivery of humanitarian assistance, protecting civilians, supporting the voluntary return of the internally displaced and refugees, and enabling humanitarian and recovery activities. Henry Lokuri spoke with Richard Boulter, the officer in charge of the UN mine action service in ...
5m Apr 04, 2018
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226: Local celebrity calls for collective efforts to keep South Sudan mine free
Today, on International Mine Awareness Day, the J family entertainment group is appealing to the youths to team up and raise awareness about the dangers of landmines and unexploded ordinances. The Mine awareness day theme, Advancing Protection, Peace, and Development echoes the vision of the Secretary-General and his reforms of the peace and security architecture. Edward Taban, one of the voi...
5m Apr 04, 2018
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225: Wau Starts Census to Register Foreigners
Authorities in Wau have launched a census to register all foreigners. All non-South Sudanese in Wau will be required to report to the migration office within the next two weeks, Col. John Madut Malok, Director of Immigration in Wau said. He told our correspondent in Wau, that the registration is mandatory and all foreigners should adhere to the registration order, which kicked off Tuesday and...
5m Apr 04, 2018
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224: "Mine Action is Vital for Peace," says UN Secretary General
The UN Secretary General, Antonio Guterres, is urging Governments to provide political and financial support to enable mine action work to continue as the world observes Mine awareness day. In his message to mark Mine awareness day celebrated annually on April 4th the UN Chief stressed that Mine action is vital for enabling peacekeepers to patrol and protect civilians. Listen here.
1m Apr 04, 2018
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223: FAO Champions Agriculture Campaign in Yambio
An agriculture campaign is being launched in Yambio today, to encourage farmers to increase their food production this year. The National Ministry of Agriculture, with support from the UN Food and Agriculture Organization - FAO and the World Food Programme, is pushing the campaign. Onyoti Adigo Nyikwec, the Minister of Agriculture and Food Security is being accompanied to Yambio this morning ...
6m Apr 04, 2018
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222: CEPO launches fresh campaign to lobby for a better South Sudan
As parties prepare for the second round of High Level Revitalization talks in Addis-Ababa, Community Empowerment for Progress Organization – CEPO has launched a new campaign that seeks to encourage negotiators to “compromise for better South Sudan.” Edmund Yakani, CEPO Executive Director singled out formation of the government and security sector especially the national army and the parliament...
7m Apr 03, 2018
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221: Wildlife officer kills self, after shooting wife dead
A Wildlife officer, killed himself on Saturday after he shot and killed his girlfriend in Yambio. The officer reportedly went on rampage after he caught his girlfriend with another man. With anger pilling in his mind, the officer grabbed his gun, shot and killed the woman plus the man. He then turned the gun on himself. Yambio County commissioner, Phillip Gbambi Samuel, explains.
4m Apr 03, 2018
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220: Civil Society appeals for AU intervention to resolve Border dispute
Civil society activists are calling for the intervention of the Africa Union High implementation Panel, to step in immediately and resolve an emerging Border dispute between Sudan and South Sudan. The call comes after the government of Sudan closed its border crossing point with South Sudan at Joda on Wednesday last week. Hundreds of South Sudanese citizens are reportedly stranded in Joda. CE...
4m Apr 03, 2018
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219: IGAD migration expert to Advise on South Sudan Migration Policy
A team of experts are in the country to assist in the formulation of the country’s Migration policy. The two experts are; Dr. Mehari Taddele Maru – IGAD migration expert and Mr. Mading Nhial Chienggan, Senior Project analyst IOM. The two people accompanied by Captain John Mading Mabor – Head Anti Human Trafficking and Migrants smuggling Unit were hosted on Miraya Breakfast show to discuss the ...
19m Mar 29, 2018
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218: Presidency cannot intervene in Vivacell saga, says Aten Wek Ateny
President Salva  Kiir will not intervene in negotiations related to the shutdown of Vivacel mobile service shutdown. This according to Ateny Wek Ateny, Spokesperson of the Presidency. The National communication authority shut down Vivacell mobile phone service provider that covers estimated 80% of the population for reportedly failing to comply with government policy. Speaking on Radio Miray...
44m Mar 29, 2018
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217: #Womensmonth: Dr. Margaret Itto, a Woman of Multiple Talents
Our woman of the month today is the dedicated and tireless Dr. Margaret Itto, Deputy Governor of Imotong State, who puts women and girls at the forefront of her work as a politician. Dr Itto is a woman of many talents with a diverse background as a doctor, a farmer, and a politician. She loves working atthe State level, because it allows her to be close to the communities and empower fellow g...
7m Mar 28, 2018
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216: #Womenfest -New Comic Book to teach children about Prevention of Gender Based Violence
Books containing Comic strips depicting stories of Gender based Violence will be distributed among children, as part of an awareness campaign against sexual and Gender based violence. Titled “Tales of Lala”, the comic book is a product of a survey carried out by Crown the Woman, a local NGO advocating for women's and girl rights in South Sudan. Naome Aluel, of Crown the Woman, says “Tales of ...
9m Mar 27, 2018
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215: Pan African activist calls for collective effort to find peace for South Sudan
TAYE BALOGUN, an International Film Director, Producer and Photographer is in South Sudan to stir up the country’s peace agenda through art and music. As a Pan Africanist, Taye believes that if South Sudan fails Africa has failed. Speaking to Miraya Breakfast Show, Taye said that art and music has the greatest power to inspire peace and change the narrative about South Sudan.  Listen to the ...
11m Mar 26, 2018
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214: Assistant Secretary General for field support Wraps South Sudan Visit
The Assistant Secretary General for field support Lisa Buttenheim, has concluded her tour of the Peacekeeping missions in the country. During her maiden visit to South Sudan, Buttenheim, saw first-hand the crucial work done by UNMISS peacekeepers in close coordination and cooperation with strategic UN agencies, in protecting civilians and building durable peace in the country. She met with ke...
6m Mar 16, 2018
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213: UN Mission in South Sudan Welcomes Renewal Of Mandate
The UN Security Council has renewed the mandate of the United Nations Peacekeeping Mission in South Sudan for one year. The Security council commended the actions taken by UNMISS peacekeepers and Troop- and Police-Contributing Countries in implementing the UNMISS mandate in a challenging environment. Back in Juba, the Mission leadership has welcomed the renewal of the UNMISS Mandate. Musataf ...
3m Mar 16, 2018
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212: UNMISS breaks ground for construction of a $50,000 USD Juvenile reformatory Center in Juba
The UN mission in South Sudan has broken ground for the construction of a new Juvenile Reformatory Center in Juba worth approximately $50 thousand US dollars. The Construction project is a result of a partnership between between the UN mission's child protection unit, Relief, Recovery program, and the Rule of law unit. James Arguin, Director, Rule of Law UN Mission in South Sudan spoke with M...
6m Mar 15, 2018
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211: TJWG - Is Peace possible without Justice in South Sudan?
The acting coordinator of the Transitional Justice Working Group, Reverend James Ninrew Odong, who is also Executive Director of Assistance Mission for Africa, is urging the countries politicians to pick a leaf from Kenya and mend relations for the sake of peace in the country. Kenya’s opposition leader Raila Odinga and President Uhuru Kenyatta met on Friday last week and resolved to work toge...
44m Mar 15, 2018
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210: Children of South Sudan speak up on their Hopes and Dreams
The country has and is still facing a crisis triggered by conflict. Right now, 2 million people have fled their homes as a result of conflict, majority of these people are children. On Tuesday, Yasmin Sooka, Chairperson of the Commission on Human Rights in South Sudan, said If the conflict continues, only one in thirteen children will ever finish primary school. Regina Gorle was out and about...
6m Mar 15, 2018
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209: #womensfest: Sarah Sibrino, Young businessperson and entrepreneur in South Sudan
South Sudan is a country filled with inspirational women, and this month, Miraya Breakfast Awards puts a spotlight on these women. This Month of March, the Women Festival torch spotlights some of the country’s most impactful females. Our Woman of Impact today is Sarah Sibrino. Sarah believes that; “It is very risky not to take a risk.” Listen to her story
7m Mar 14, 2018
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208: Voices of Reason: "This is why i want Peace in South Sudan"
What is a nation without Peace? What is a world without Peace? What is Humanity without peace? "This is why these young boys, girls and women want Peace in #SouthSudan as the conflict in its fifth year takes a heavy toll in the ordinary citrizens. Regina Gorle reports.
4m Mar 14, 2018
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207: Human Rights defenders demand release of James Gatdet and other political prisoners
Human Rights Defenders from the Great Lakes Region have called on the government to release prisoner James Gatdet, former spokesperson for South Sudanese opposition leader Riek Machar who was sentenced to death last month. In a petition signed by more than 20 Human Rights defenders from South Sudan, Kenya, Uganda and Burundi, the Human Rights defenders demanded James Gatdet be released on grou...
7m Mar 14, 2018
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206: WHO South Sudan warns against consumption of raw meat
The World Health Organization – W-H-O is warning people about the potential risks of eating raw meat following an outbreak of Rift Valley fever in some parts of the country. On Monday, the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries has declared a Rift Valley fever outbreak in Yirol East, Yirol West and Awerial Counties of Eastern Lakes State. Evans Liyosi W-H-O South Sudan...
6m Mar 14, 2018
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205: Human Rights Investigators Call for Accountability and Justice in South Sudan
The Human Rights Council is calling for justice in light of what it describes widespread and gross Human Rights violations in the country. The call was made Tuesday, during an interactive dialogue with the Commission on Human Rights in South Sudan. In her report, Yasmin Sooka, Chairperson of the Commission on Human Rights in South Sudan, drew the Council’s attention to a shocking 2.4 million ...
6m Mar 14, 2018
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204: DSRSG Applauds women’s participation in the peace process
The deputy head of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan, Moustapha Soumaré, has applauded the resilience, determination and progress made by the women of South Sudan in making their voices heard in the ongoing peace process. Mr. Soumaré was speaking at the opening of the South Sudan Open Days Dialogue on Women, Peace and Security in Juba. The South Sudan Open Days Dialogue on Women, Peace...
3m Mar 14, 2018
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203: UNMISS Launches Nationwide essay competition
UNMISS is launching a nationwide essay competition for students on the topic; “How can women contribute to durable peace in South Sudan”. The competition will take place at the regional level in 10 areas – Aweil, Bentiu, Bor, Juba, Kuajok, Malakal, Rumbek, Torit, Yambio and Wau. Inaju Reuben, UNMISS Public Information officer appeared on Miraya Breakfast show to explain the rationale behind t...
8m Mar 13, 2018
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202: #Womenfest: Inspiring story of Ms World South Sudan Christine Arual Longar
If you are a passionate Ms. World beauty pageant follower, this name needs no introduction. Christine Arual Longar, who is the Ms. World South Sudan did not only manage to win the Miss World South Sudan 2017, but has a strong passion for street kids and disadvantaged people in her community. Christine Arual Longar, has certainly tasted the essence of rising from grass to grace, and acknowledgm...
7m Mar 13, 2018
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201: #Womenfest - Achol Deng Longar Breaking Female silence
From Aweil to Bentiu and Kuajock, Malakal to Yambio and Tonj, girls and women are rising up and standing up for what they believe in. Mothers, Lawyers, Activists, models and celebrities - these women have put their lives on the frontline line, to fight for the rights of women and girls in South Sudan. Meet the inspiring 24 – year – old Achol Deng Longar, who in response to reports that many g...
6m Mar 12, 2018
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200: Governor suspends 3 Top Security officer suspended Over Illegal checkpoints
The Governor of Tonj state, Lt. General Anthony Bol Madut, has suspended three top security officers for their alleged connection to the reopening of illegal checkpoints in the state. In November last year, President Kiir issued late last year banning humanitarian aid convoys be allowed to move freely, unhindered and unimpeded around the country. Governor Anthony Bol Madut, told Radio Miraya ...
2m Mar 12, 2018
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199: UNMAS forms Board of Enquiry to probe deminer’s death
The United Nations Mine Action Service - UNMAS South Sudan, has announced the constitution of a board of Inquiry to investigate the death of a deminer at a demolition site in Melut, Upper Nile region of South Sudan. A deminer working for a contracting partner suffered serious injuries while working at a demolition site and later died in hospital. Tim Lardner, UNMAS programme manager, told Rad...
5m Mar 12, 2018
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198: VOA Chief applauds Journalists beating the odds to inform audiences in South Sudan
The Chief of English to Africa News Service and South Sudan Project at Voice of America News Sonya Laurence Green has visited Juba this week. During her brief visit Ms Green spoke to some of the journalists about their challenges and freedom of expression. In a phone interview with Ratomir Petrovic, the chief of Radio Miraya, Ms Green said; " Journalists have a passion for their profession, t...
7m Mar 09, 2018
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197: Governors Bodyguards in Western Lakes Arrested for assaulting a Chinese National
Nine bodyguards of the Western Lakes state Governor, have been arrested for allegedly assaulting a Chinese national. Eyewitness accounts indicate that the Chinese national was pulled out of the car and beaten, after he allegedly failed to give way to the governor’s convoy. However, the Minister of Information and Communication, Shadrack Bol Machok, has disputed this version of the story. He e...
6m Mar 09, 2018
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196: #WomenFest - Eli Samuel Abujohn Kabash Wife of Late Governor of Gbudue
In our continued series of the the women fest. Celebrating South Sudan’s inspirational women, Our correspondent in Yambio caught up with Eli Samuel Abujohn Kabash, wife of the late Governor of Greater Equatoria. She is the female face of the impact of the 21 – years of the SPLA struggle in Sudan. Eli Samuel Abujohn Kabash, was one of the women that stayed behind as the men and sons went to th...
5m Mar 09, 2018
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195: Top diplomats say Women’s voices must be heard at the highest levels
Top diplomats in South Sudan said Women’s voices need to be heard at the highest levels in peacemaking, including at the High-Level Revitalization Forum. The Heads of Mission of Canada, Denmark, France, Japan, Netherlands, Norway, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America acknowledged the tireless work among women’s groups in South Sudan to press for progress and provide services fo...
5m Mar 09, 2018
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192: Discussion with Netherlands Ambassador Geert Geut and Rtd Bishop Emeritus Paride Taban on the Four Freedoms Award
Nationwide with Gabriel Shaddar is #Netherlands Ambassador Geert Geut  and Rtd Bishop Emeritus Paride Taban of the #Catholic Diocese of Torit #SouthSudan discuss the "Four Freedom award." This award goes to Bishop Taban Paride on May 16th 2018. Find out what role the Netherlands has to pay in this award and how the Bishop feels about his latest award. Listen here
46m Mar 08, 2018
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194: International Women’s day evokes cries for Peace in South Sudan
Hundreds of women have turned up to celebrate International women’s day at the Nyakuroni cultural center in Juba. This year’s celebrations come amid concerns of growing threats to women opposed by the unending conflict. Reflecting on the theme for the day, Press for progress, Zainabu Yasin, said the conflict has shattered the hopes for progress because the conflict has flushed out many women ...
4m Mar 08, 2018
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193: IOM Boosts water supplies to areas that have little access to Rivers
The International Organisation for Migration has launched a project making clean water more accessible to communities of Kapoeta State. The project includes fixing of boreholes and extending water and sanitation services to areas that were heavily affected by the cholera outbreak in 2017. It also involves training women to use water-testing kits to ensure consumption of safe and clean water a...
7m Mar 08, 2018
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189: Child marriage in 20 countries impeding the right to education - UNESCO
Only 44 perecent of countries have made full legal commitments through international treaties to the cause of gender parity in education. This according to this year’s Gender Review, published by UNESCO’s Global Education Monitoring Report being published today. UNESCO surveyed 189 States to assess whether they ensured that girls and women fully benefit from the right to education. Hai Tiet,...
6m Mar 08, 2018
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191: #Womenfest Inspirational Woman - Mama Rachel Mayik
In celebration of International Women’s Day and the Women’s month, Miraya Breakfast show has been speaking to some of the country’s most inspiring women to tell their stories. As you may agree, Gender inequality is still very much alive today and the conflict in the country has exposed many women to abuse and compromising their rights. Our Upper Nile correspondent, Luka Athiel, caught up with...
5m Mar 08, 2018
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190: #Womenfest - Interview with Major Divya Ajith Kumar, staff officer of the INDIAN ARMY
Staying wuth the theme and mood of the day. We are speaking to the women and listening to the stories whose work help shapes and leave an indelible mark on lives and communities. One such woman is Major Divya Ajith Kumar, staff officer of the INDIAN ARMY serving with the UN Mission in South Sudan. Listen to her story.
5m Mar 08, 2018
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188: Local NGO lobbies Parliament for national SGBV policy
As we prepare to observe International Women’s Day tomorrow, Smile Again Africa Development Organization – SAADO, is pushing for a national policy to combat sexual and gender-based violence. Representatives from the local Non-Governmental Organisation met with Members of the Parliament this week to discuss improving systems and mechanisms for victims to get support and seek justice. Stephen O...
10m Mar 07, 2018
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187: #womenfest Inspirational Woman: Professor Julia Aker Duany
Dr. Julia Aker Duany, is passionate about peace-building. She is a scholar, She is an activist, a campaigner, a policy maker, and an educationist. She is a wife, a mother, and a friend. In celebration of International Women's Day, Miraya Breakfast Show approached some of the country’s most inspiring women to tell their stories. Reflecting on her own surprising journey from a small village in ...
24m Mar 07, 2018
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185: UNMISS Peacekeepers Presence in Jalle boosts students and Teacher confidence
The presence of UNMISS peacekeepers at Jalle One primary school in Bor, has boosted student confidence that they are safe. The UN mission increased Peacekeepers presence in Jalle after two students were killed and others abducted by armed criminals two years ago. Anyieth Deng Abraham, the Head Teacher Jalle one primary school spoke with Miraya Regional Correspondent David Majur Awuou in Bor.
4m Mar 06, 2018
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184: More than 300 Child soldiers to be released in Gbudwe state next week
More than 300 child soldiers will be released in Gbudue state sometime next week. The impending release of the child soldiers was announced on Monday by the National Disarmament, Demobilization and Reintegration Commission. The commission says depending on the availability of finances and resources, the three hundred and eight nine (389) boys and girls will be released in three phases startin...
5m Mar 06, 2018
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