"Our Land needs to be healed" - South Sudan Women brace up for Peace Prayers
[...] "We want to live in peace, this war is not going to take us anywhere, let them look at the people; women scattered on the streets, Women who are pregnant, children are out of school, children running to Uganda, what is the future of this country? let them sit down and behave like leaders." - The voice of Betty Sunday, leader of the Women's monthly Forum, a civil society group. The increa...
5m Jul 26, 2016
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Cholera outbreak confirmed
The National Ministry of Health in #SouthSudan has confirmed a #cholera outbreak in the country. The confirmation by Dr John Rumunu, Director General Preventive health response, came after samples that were taken to the labaratories tested positive for cholera. Speaking to Miraya Breakfast show host, Sani Martin, Dr Rumunu said a total of 291 cases have so far been registered in Juba, Duk and...
5m Jul 26, 2016
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Miraya Morning Motivation: The power of father figures
Today's edition of Miraya Morning Motivation features @TaurayiSM speaking about the power father's yield in a family and what makes a great father of value to the family and to the nation. Listen to this edition.
29m Jul 26, 2016
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"Settle down and provide peaceful leadership"- Ugandan Bishop tells Kiir and Machar
[...] “They should stop fighting because they are using new wine putting it in the old wine, South Sudan got their independence through fighting, and they now got their independence why are they fighting? This is a new South Sudan, a new nation with new leadership but they are putting it in the old wineskin of fighting. What are they doing there in South Sudan? ... that’s why we are saying we n...
10m Jul 25, 2016
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FAO scales up food support in Northern Bahl el Ghazal region
The Food and Agriculture Organization – FAO is scaling up efforts to support people in need of food in Northern Bahl Ghazal region. This comes amid concerns that the food insecurity in this part of the country is deteriorating. The latest bulletin from the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian affairs in South Sudan states that as many as six in every ten people in Norther...
8m Jul 25, 2016
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Miraya Morning Motivation: "I will be able to climb and will make it"
[...] Do not lose faith when you see others receive answers to their questions before your are answered ...what i want you to remind yourself is that my time is coming and when it hist the surface of the earth people shall yield in admiration." That is a principal that you can walk with, walk by, and be motivated as you await your time. Listen to today's episode of Miraya Motivation with Taurayi
15m Jul 25, 2016
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South Sudan's First Vice President Given 48 - Hour ultimatum to return to Juba
President Salva Kiir has given the first vice President, Riek Machar, a 48-hour ultimatum to return to Juba. According to the ultimatum issued in a statement on Thursday, President Kiir, said he wants his vice president to either return to Juba within 48-hours which runs out on Saturday, or establish contact with him so that he assures the president when he will be coming to Juba. Speaking to...
5m Jul 22, 2016
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Media Watchdog calls for Release of Juba Monitor Newspaper Editor
International Media watchdog reporters without Borders have added their voice to the growing number of people calling for the release of Alfred Taban, Editor of the Juba Monitor Newspaper. Alfred Taban was arrested on Saturday July 16th by National Security Services agents, a day after he published an article calling on the President and the Vice President to step down, following clashes in Ju...
5m Jul 21, 2016
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18,000 South Sudanese fleeing violence arrive in Uganda
The number of refugees fleeing fighting in Juba, South Sudan to Uganda has reached 18,000 – eighteen thousand people, confirming the latest influx of South Sudanese seeking safety in the neighboring countries. New arrivals in Uganda and an updated data from the United nations High Commission for Refugees indicates 16 – thousand refugees have been registered over the last five days alone. UNHC...
6m Jul 21, 2016
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WFP urges Government to Trace and Return Looted Trucks
"This has been a terrible crime that will horribly affect the people of South Sudan and our concern is that we are seeing that the effect will not be on us, it’s the effect that it will have on our ability to assist the people of the country, throughout the country and that’s why we are asking the authorities to intervene to find those vehicles, to help us get them back.” - WFP regional communi...
6m Jul 21, 2016
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"Begin to talk the business of Peace" - Bishop Paul Yogusuk
[...] "People are wounded and need healing...therefore the government leadership must have a new heart, a new perspective and begin to talk the business of peace...these are the set of key's needed to open a new path to the proper and effective implementation of the Agreement to resolve the conflict in #SouthSudan." Bishop Paul Yugusuk, chairman of a church committee for peace and reconciliati...
10m Jul 21, 2016
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Hunger and economic downturn drives Ugandan Traders out of Torit
Hunger and economic hardships have driven Ugandan traders out of Torit town of Imotong region. Many Ugandan traders packed up their belongings and are waiting for security clearance and escorts to begin their journey home. Majority of the traders who spoke to Radio Miraya said they are concerned about their safety and acknowledged that it's becoming increasingly difficult for them to do busin...
1m Jul 21, 2016
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Youths activate #defyhate campaign in Juba
Civil society activists in Juba have once again come together to fight back against hatred in a nationwide campaign, designed to promote peace. An initiative under the title, hash tag defies hate - #defyhate mounted last month has been accelerated and the programs director, James Bidal, said the aim is to encourage positive messaging for peace to pave way for unity and development. "Whatever ...
5m Jul 20, 2016
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Human Rights activist pleads for end to rape culture in South Sudan
Angelina Daniel, South Sudan's Human Rights activist took to media with an unprecedented and personal plea to end "rape culture" in South Sudan. “I want to ask the commanders to direct their soldiers to stop this kind of sexual violence against the women." Angelina said there must be an end to impunity, to restore the pride and dignity of the women of South Sudan. She spoke with Alex Agole in...
4m Jul 19, 2016
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Army to cooperate with the public over rape accusations
The Army spokesperson has said the SPLA does not condone acts of rape and has appealed to the public, to provide evidence that will help trace soldiers accused of rape. The plea by the army spokesperson, Brigadier Lul Ruai comes after relative calm in Juba, was tainted by fresh accusations of rape leveled against men in uniform. "The law will determine the kind of punishment that will be give...
2m Jul 19, 2016
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How to solve a problem like South Sudan? – Analysts perspective
An analyst at the South Sudan South Sudanese think-tank -The Sudd Institute, has said regional leaders need to engage both the political and military leadership on both sides of the conflict, to pave way for stability in South Sudan. This call comes amid calls by the UN Secretary General, Ban Ki –moon to impose an arms embargo on South Sudan, sanctions against people obstructing the peace proc...
9m Jul 18, 2016
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Juba on alert over cholera threat
The death of one person and admission of 30 people at Juba Teaching Hospital has prompted a warning from the Ministry of Health urging the public to be alert for possible cholera. Dr. John Rumunu, the Director General - Preventive Health Services, spoke with Miraya Breakfast show host Sani Martin, on steps being taken to avert further spread of the disease.
5m Jul 18, 2016
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Cardinal Peter Turkson: "All South Sudan needs is healing"
Cardinal Peter Kodwo Turkson, an envoy of the Roman Catholic Church to South Sudan, arrived in Juba on Saturday for a solidarity visit following the recent fighting in Juba that has resulted into mass displacements. On Sunday, Cardinal Turkson, celebrated Mass at St Theresa’s Cathedral Kator . He urged the people of South Sudan not to give up on hope, despite the recent events that have left a...
10m Jul 17, 2016
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UN Secretary General calls on African leaders to unite for peace in South Sudan
The UN Secretary General is urging the leaders in South Sudan to do much more for the better of the future generations and the country at large. "The leaders of this country are disappointing the whole world's good support and good intention to support them and i have urged them to listen and hear the voices of the region and the world." Mr Ban said that African leaders must show and send uni...
5m Jul 17, 2016
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Ban Ki-moon urges Governments to restore people's trust in global economy through SDGs
The UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon says many people are worried about the future because of issues like high inequality, stagnant incomes and the lack of jobs. UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon made the remarks at the opening of the 14th session of the UN Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) in Nairobi on Sunday. UNCTAD Conferences bring together Heads of State and Government, minist...
8m Jul 17, 2016
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JMEC chairperson calls for enquiry into recent fighting in Juba
The Chairperson of JMEC Festus Mogae urged the IGAD Heads of State and Government Summit to condemn in the strongest terms the loss of innocent lives in South Sudan and call for a full investigation. In an exclusive interview with Radio Miraya, Mr Mogae called on the IGAD to assure the people of South Sudan of their continuing commitment to the peace process The Chairperson of JMEC Festus Mog...
4m Jul 17, 2016
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"Work hard, work smart and build people up" - A tale of Theodore Ocansey
[...] "Enjoy working hard, work smart, and build people up," - for Theodore Ocansey, that's what volunteering for the United Nations Mission in South Sudan - #UNMISS is all about. Ocansey believes that "whatever you decide to do, do it to the best of your abilities." Today @MrsMapSocialyt interviews Ocansey from #Ghana .Ocansey speaks about his experiences, his highs and lows as a UNV serving ...
51m Jul 16, 2016
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UN Mine action Service issues UXOs alert in Juba
The United Nations Mine Action Service - UNMAS has issued a hotline number 0920001025 asking citizens in Juba to report any unexploded ordinances. The alert stems from the recent fighting in Juba. UNMAS Programme Manager in South Sudan, Tim Lardner, believes the recent events in Juba have paved way for items of unexploded ordinance ,lying around the town. He says these items pose a risk to the...
4m Jul 15, 2016
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Festus Mogae urges President Kiir and VP Machar to meet and discuss Impasse
JMEC Chairman Festus Mogae flew into Juba flew into Juba on Thursday to meet with President Salva Kiir Mayardit. While he was unable to see First Vice President Riek Machar, he spoke with several of his ministers. In his discussions, Mr Mogae urged all parties to observe the ceasefire and work towards restoring peace and stability. Listen to what he told Journalists in Juba
2m Jul 15, 2016
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A plea for peace from 13-year-old teenager in South Sudan
(...) "We the children of south Sudan we don’t want to regret having them as leaders but we want to be proud of having them as our leaders. We want to write a history that will make the next generation proud of our leaders. I saw death coming my way and cried, I wept because I thought my age was going to be cut at that moment. I dream of doing many things to this nation when I grow up but now w...
5m Jul 14, 2016
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South Sudan Diplomat: TGoNU only viable mechanism to implement Peace
' The Transitional Government of National Unity is the only viable mechanism to fully implement the peace agreement' - South Sudan’s Ambassador to the United Nations has said. He expressed condolences for the deaths of the two UN peacekeepers. Akuei Bona Malwa said the unity government, formed in April, remains on course to implement the peace deal. The ambassador urged the Security Council ...
8m Jul 13, 2016
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'South Sudan’s never-ending life line to wreak havoc on its people must come to an end now !' - Herve Ladsous
[...] 'We can no longer afford to sit idle as the people of South Sudan bear the brunt of the intransigence of their leaders'. Hervé Ladsous, Head of the department of Peacekeeping Operations - DPKO addressing the Security Council on the situation in South Sudan United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) Listen to his full speech in English here
14m Jul 13, 2016
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JMEC urges President Kiir and VP Riek Machar to return to dialogue
The Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission - JMEC has called on the President and First Vice President to ensure that the cessation of hostilities is strictly observed by the armed forces of the two sides. Berhanu Kebede, JMEC Chief of Staff, told Radio Miraya that JMEC welcomed the ceasefire, but called on both President Kiir and the first vice President, Riek Machar to ensure that their ...
7m Jul 13, 2016
7m
Exclusive interview with US Ambassador Molly Phee
The US ambassador to South Sudan, Molly Phee, says South Sudan's political problems can never be solved through Military means and called for a halt in all forms of violence. Ambassador Molly says the decent into violence is unacceptable. " The citizens are already suffering from a 300% inflation, which is causing severe hardships and needs to be resolved through a stable political environment...
7m Jul 12, 2016
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"Be peace ambassadors, love your country "- South Sudan's Leaders urged
South Sudan's leaders are being urged to consider the prospects of becoming peace ambassadors, love their country and end bloodshed in the country. William Ongaro, Secretary General National Platform for Peace and reconciliation spoke to Radio Miraya, a day after President Kiir and First Vice President, Riek Machar announced a cessation in hostilities. William Ongaro, said; If we love this co...
6m Jul 12, 2016
6m
Government announces resumption of flights at JIA
Government has announced a resumption of normal flight operations at Juba International airport. Some airlines including Kenya Airways suspended business operations due to insecurity in Juba. Government spokesperson, Michael Makuei, said on Tuesday that all airlines are expected to resume normal business with immediate effect.
1m Jul 12, 2016
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UNMISS SRSG cautions against violence close to UN Facilities
The Special Representative of the UN Secretary General and the Head of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan –UNMISS, Ellen Margrethe Loej, has called on the sides involved in the ongoing fighting in Juba to refrain from using violence in the vicinity of the UN facilities and its Protection of Civilians sites. In her special address Madam Loej stressed that UNMISS remains impartial and ded...
2m Jul 11, 2016
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UN Secretary General asks UNSC to Impose an immediate arms embargo on South Sudan
The UN Secretary General, has asked the UN security council to impose an immediate arms embargo on South Sudan. Ban - Ki-moon said the Security council should also enact additional targeted sanctions and commanders blocking the implementation of the peace agreement. He talked tough on the situation in South Sudan, saying; “this is the time to precisely reinforce UN Action, when a gov’t cannot...
7m Jul 11, 2016
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President Kiir Issues Order on Cessation of Hostilities in Juba
President Salva Kiir has issued a republican order for the cessation of hostilities between the SPLA and SPLA - in opposition with immediate effect. All SPLA soldiers have been ordered to return to their bases. Government Spokesperson, Micheal Makuei read this statement on National Television
5m Jul 11, 2016
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President Kiir issues Republican Order
President Salva Kiir has issued a republican order for the cessation of hostilities between the SPLA and SPLA - in opposition with immediate effect. All SPLA soldiers have been ordered to return to their bases. Micheal Makuei the Government Spokesperson read out the order
2m Jul 11, 2016
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Women in Juba "cry" out for peace and urge government to stick to dialogue
A group of women under their umbrella group, the South Sudan Women’s Bloc are are pleading with the government to bring an end to the clashes in Juba. Speaking to Radio Miraya, Amer Manyok, the Chairperson of the women bloc who also sits on the Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission, JMEC said the leaders must restore stability in the country.
4m Jul 11, 2016
4m
UN Security Council demands South Sudan leaders to prevent spread of violence
The members of the UN Security Council have condemned the escalation of fighting in Juba, South Sudan that started on July 7 and urged leaders to stop the spread of violence. Members of the UN body in charge of peace and security met at UN Headquarters in New York late Sunday, to consider how to respond to several days of clashes between forces loyal to President Salva Kiir and opposition forc...
3m Jul 11, 2016
3m
Shooting in Torit prompts influx of IDPs into UN Base
Hundreds of people have arrived at the UN base in Torit, Eastern Equatoria, searching for safety. The latest flight stems from loud gunfire that was heard in Torit town this morning. Our reporter in Torit is standing just right outside the UN gate and describes what he has seen.
1m Jul 11, 2016
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Church in Juba shelters thousands of IDPs
About 1,000 displaced persons have sought shelter at the church compounds in Juba town. Rev Samuel Abe Joseph, of the Catholic diocese of Juba spoke to Radio Miraya this morning about the situation of the displaced persons sheltered by the church. Listen to the interview
7m Jul 11, 2016
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UNMISS SRSG calls on South Sudan leadership to restrain their forces
The Special Representative of the Secretary-General United Nations Mission in South Sudan,Ellen Margrethe Løj – has urged all parties to immediately restrain their forces, engage in dialogue to find a political solution to this crisis. The SRSG spoke to Radio Miraya. Click to listen
2m Jul 10, 2016
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"#SouthSudan should not be plunged into war again" - Yei River County Leader
A top authority in Yei River County has sent out an impassioned plea for peace, saying South Sudan should not be plunged back into war.Speaking exclusively to Radio Miraya, this afternoon, David Moses Lokonga, said war will not help south Sudan and all fighting forces should lay down their arms. In this interview with Sani Martin, Lokonga advised South Sudan's top leadership to abandon violenc...
7m Jul 10, 2016
7m
"Save our People, Save our Country," - South Sudan Bishop pleads with leaders
Heavy gunfire broke out again in Juba on Sunday Morning, prompting fresh calls for peace and stability in South Sudan. Bishop Edward Hiboro, says the top leadership must save the country and its people. Our Reporter, Nelson Lwak, spoke to Bishop Edward Hiboro in this interview
10m Jul 10, 2016
10m
SRSG appeals for Peace on South Sudan's 5th Independence anniversary
The Special Representative of the Secretary General and head of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan, Ellen Margrethe Loej, has urged parties to focus on the implementation of the peace agreement for the benefit of all the people of South Sudan. Speaking on the eve of South Sudan's Fifth independence Anniversary, the SRSG called on the parties to put an end to the ongoing fighting and ref...
2m Jul 08, 2016
2m
A mother’s dreams, hopes and vision for South Sudan
For the people of Bentiu, Independence comes with hopes and dreams that they will finally be able to return to their homes, many of them after 2 years sheltered at the UN protection of civilian site. Of special interest are the women, who usually bear the brunt of conflict. Not only are they exposed to physical abuse, but they are often left with the burden of shouldering the responsibility of ...
3m Jul 08, 2016
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Top leaders in South Sudan promise to investigate City Gunfire
President Salva Kiir, backed by his First Vice President, Riek Machar and the Second Vice President Wani Igga, have called for calm in Juba, after heavy gunfire rocked the city on Friday evening. Heavy gunfire erupted outside the President's compound just as the three leaders prepared to address the nation on the latest fighting in the capital, Juba, that has sent a fresh wave of panic among t...
3m Jul 08, 2016
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UNMISS condemns resurgence of violence in South Sudan
The United Nations Mission in South Sudan - UNMISS has condemned the resurgence of violence in the country, which has resulted in numerous civilian casualties and injuries over the course of the week in Juba, Wau and Bentiu. The acting Spokesperson of the UN Mission in South Sudan is Shantal Persaud. She has more in this statement.
2m Jul 08, 2016
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Defense Minister confirms 5 killed in Juba night shootout
#SouthSudan Minister of Defence , says Thursday's gunfire in #Juba started near Lou clinic in the Gudele 1 area. Kuol Manyang Juuk confirms 5 people were killed and initial reports indicate that at least 3 people were injured. Kuol Manyang Juuk, says security remains on standby to prevent any further violence and appeals to the public to go about their daily activities. The Minister spoke to ...
5m Jul 08, 2016
5m
Miraya Morning Motivation - The power of possibilities
It's Friday - Taurayi speaks about the fact that; "Positivity and success whispers to you and when things seem impossible, the truth is that Impossible actually implies I am Possible"Find out why seeming impossibilities should not break you down!
15m Jul 08, 2016
15m
South Sudan's conflict takes toll on mental health - Amnesty International
In a new report titled, “Our Hearts Have Gone Dark”: The Mental Health Impact of South Sudan’s Conflict, Amnesty International documents the psychological impact of mass killings, rape, torture, abductions and even a case of forced cannibalism, on the survivors and witnesses of these crimes. Sani Martin speaks to Elizabeth Deng, Amnesty International’s researcher on #SouthSudan.
4m Jul 07, 2016
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Miraya Morning Motivation - Spoilt for Choice?
There is so much good things in life - one is spoilt for choice!On this edition, Taurayi speaks about how to deal with the many choices in life. Miraya Morning Motivation at 06:30am the right way to start your day with Radio Miraya 101fm.
15m Jul 07, 2016
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