UNHCR sees growing refugee influx from Southern Kordofan
Thousands of civilians have fled into South Sudan to escape fighting in the Southern Kordofan state of Sudan. UNHCR external relations officer, Richard Ruati, says there has been a notable increase in the number of refugees driven out by aerial bombardments, hunger and in search for education opportunities for their children. In this interview with the Breakfast show host David Lukan, Ruati s...
5m May 19, 2016
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Progress made to find HIV Vaccine
Significant progress has been made to find an HIV Vaccine, Mia Mumtaz, the Strategic Interventions Adviser, #UNAIDS South Sudan Country Office has said. There is a lot of promising research around HIV anti-body therapy and through isolating the anti-bodies that block the HIV from affecting a human cell and using that in research to understand how to develop a vaccine against #HIV. Mumtaz says...
5m May 19, 2016
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Condusive environment for Transitional Justice needed in South Sudan - UNMISS Human Rights Chief
The director of the Human Rights division of the UN Mission in South Sudan, Eugene Nindorera, has advised the Transitional Government of National Unity to create a conducive environment for Transitional justice. According to the Peace Agreement to resolve the conflict in South Sudan, the Transitional Government of National Unity is tasked to initiate legislation for the establishment of the Tr...
6m May 18, 2016
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Address by UNMISS SRSG at Japan medal parade in Juba
On Tuesday May 17 2016, a medal parade was hosted for Japanese engineering contingent. UNMISS SRSG, Ellen Loej and Japan's ambassador to South Sudan, Kiya Masahiko, attended the event, at which 184 troops were awarded UN Peace medals. The SRSG addressed the parade and commended the contribution of the Japanese contingent to UNMISS operations in #SouthSudan.
7m May 17, 2016
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UNAIDS to sensitize WFP feeder Road project workers about HIV
Workers under the EU funded feeder roads project in Wau will benefit from HIV/AIDS awareness training conducted by UNAIDS. Betty Araba, UNAIDS Community mobilizer and advisor told the Breakfast show, that a Training of Trainers has kicked off, with the hope that messaging about HIV and aids can be expanded to the communities residing along the feeder roads projects. Betty tells Miraya Breakfa...
6m May 17, 2016
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Bol Makueng Pleads for SPLA/M Unity for Peace in South Sudan
The SPLA/M party secretary for information and also Minister of culture and communication, Bol Makueng, has renewed a call on South Sudanese to peacefully co-exist irrespective of their political, religious and ethnic diversities. Bol Makueng spoke to Radio Miraya ahead of celebrations to mark the 33rd anniversary of the founding of the SPLA.He said members of the SPLA party must forge unity a...
8m May 16, 2016
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South Sudan commemorates SPLA Day
South Sudan commemorated the SPLA Day marked annually on May 16th in remembrance of a group of Sudanese soldiers who mutinied in 1983 in Bor - Jonglei sparking off more than two decades of civil war which culminated into the independence of South Sudan. This day - the 33rd Anniversary is set aside to honor all fallen combatants and non-combatants who contributed to the liberation of southern S...
4m May 16, 2016
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The Spotlight: Rose Omega shares her amazing journey as a volunteer in South Sudan
Meet Rose Omega, a United Nations Volunteer working as a midwife in South Sudan. She share her amazing story of #volunteering in a country considered to have one of the highest maternal mortality rates in the world. Yet she confidently says; ""Your knowledge & skills is your ticket to saving lives in your work as a #volunteer" Rose Omega, speaks with, Keolebogile Lebogang Maruapula, about her...
45m May 13, 2016
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Prof Goloba to Museveni: "Unite Uganda and enforce electoral reforms"
President Yoweri Museveni, is sworn into office for a new five year term, amid concerns about a ‘divided country that needs urgent efforts at unity,’ a political scientist and anthropologist in Kampala has said. Speaking to the Breakfast show on Radio Miraya, Prof Fredrick Goloba Mutebi, acknowledged that despite the great strides achieved in the quality of government, Uganda is seriously divi...
8m May 12, 2016
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Statement by Dr Riek Machar on Eliminating Sexual violence by Security forces
First vice president, Riek Machar, met Zainab Bangura, UN Special envoy on sexual violence in conflict, on Sunday and pledged a commitment by the new government to combat sexual violence and all other forms of abuses committed by the security sector. The pledge by Dr Riek Machar, came after UN Special envoy on sexual violence in conflict said mechanisms should be put in place to ensure cases o...
3m May 09, 2016
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The Spotlight with Geraldine Becchi - UNV Portfolio officer
Geraldine Becchi, is the Portfolio officer working at the United Nations Volunteers - UNV head office in Bonn Germany. On her trip to #SouthSudan, she stopped by our Studios for a chat with Spotlight program Host, Keolebogile Lebogang Maruapula. In this lively interview, Geraldine talks about her own experience as a volunteer, her thoughts about what #volunteerism means, and above all acknowld...
51m May 06, 2016
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UN Envoy tells South Sudan to provide support to victims of sexual violence
The United Nations Special Representative of the Secretary-General on Sexual Violence in Conflict, Zainab Hawa Bangura, has called on the top political leadership in South Sudan, to provide medical and psycho-social support to the victims of sexual violence, their families and their communities. The UN Special envoy is in South Sudan for a four day visit to take part in activities that will cu...
9m May 06, 2016
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UN special envoy calls for professional structures to prevent sexual violence
“Building professional and accountable structures are essential in addressing issues of sexual violence and human rights violations,”the visiting UN Special envoy on Sexual Violence in Conflict has said. Zainab Bangura, said on Thursday that preventing cases of sexual violence should complement accountability for past crimes. The UN special envoy arrived in Juba, #SouthSudan this morning on a...
2m May 05, 2016
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First VP stresses need for unity to resolve outstanding issues
The First Vice President, Dr. Riek Machar, has called on the Council of Ministers of the Transitional Government of National Unity, to work together to resolve outstanding issues in the peace agreement. Machar was speaking at the closing of a one day induction training of the ministers into the Transitional Government.
5m May 05, 2016
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SRSG addresses weekly UNMISS press briefing
The Special Representative of the Secretary General and Head of UNMISS, Ms. Ellen Margrethe Løj addressed the weekly UNMISS press briefing today. The Head of the UN in South Sudan covered a range of issues; she welcomed the formation of the Transitional Government of National Unity and urged the interim government to immediately establish and make operational institutions provided for in the p...
6m May 04, 2016
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Perpetrators of violence against journalists in South Sudan should be "brought to book" - UNESCO
The perpetrators of violence against journalists in #SouthSudan should be brought "to book," the UN cultural agency, UNESCO has said. The call by UNESCO communications officer, Lydia Gachungi comes as Journalists across the world observe the World Press Freedom day. This year's theme for World Press Freedom day is; Access to Information and Fundamental Freedoms. Gachungi says 7 media workers ...
8m May 03, 2016
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Radio Discussion on South Sudan's newly formed Transitional Government of National Unity
A new Transitional Government of National Unity has been formed. According to the Agreement on the Resolution of the conflict in South Sudan, the TGoNU, is among others mandated to implement the agreement, restore peace, security and stability in the country. Miraya Breakfast Show presenter Sebit William, hosted Edmound Yakani, Executive director CEPO, Betty Sunday, Coordinator Women's monthl...
34m Apr 29, 2016
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Bakasoro: I am not bitter, I am wlling to work with the government
The former governor of Western Equatria has been released from detention. Joseph Bangasi Bakasoro was arrested last December and detained at the National Security offices without charge. Bakasoro said his release by order from President Salva was a gesture of reconciliation and forgiveness.
4m Apr 28, 2016
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'We are going to need austerity, SPLA needs to be drastically reduced'
With the return and swearing in of 1st Vice President Riek Machar, peace is on the horizon in South Sudan. This is not the end but rather the beginning of the journey to peace. So, what next for South Sudan? Canada’s ambassador to South Sudan Nicholas Coghlan spoke to Radio Miraya’s Sebit William about reforms the interim government will need to consider in governance, the economy and security.
13m Apr 28, 2016
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"I will co-operate with the President, the Vice President and the TGoNU"
Vice President Riek Machar says he is ready to work with President Salva Kiir and the TGoNU to move the country forward. Machar made the commitment shortly after being sworn in at the President's office shortly after returning to Juba on Tuesday. We bring you Machar's remarks after taking his oath.
8m Apr 27, 2016
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"Our strength lies in our unity"
President Salva Kiir sounded strong words of unity and reconciliation at the swearing in ceremony of Vice President Riek Machar. The swearing in took place at the President's office - J1 in Juba shortly after Machar's return to Juba on Tuesday. "I call upon our politicians and all the citizens of South Sudan to put their differences and personal interests aside for the sake of our hard won and...
9m Apr 27, 2016
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Machar returns home
Riek Machar arrived in Juba this afternoon. The Chairman of the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement/Army in the opposition, touched down aboard a UN flight at 3:40pm. He took his oath as 1st Vice President of South Sudan shortly after. Machar was sworn in by Chief justice Chan Reec Madut in a ceremony witnessed by President Salva Kiir at the President’s office in Juba. Here is his statement.
6m Apr 26, 2016
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Machar's arrival: Gov't says 'not to blame for delay,' as US pulls funding
The arrival of 1st Vice President designate Riek Machar was delayed yet again. This was after the US government said it would no longer pay for the flights chartered to fly him to Juba, after 3 failed attempts to get the SPLM-IO chairman to the national capital. The United States has blamed the South Sudan government for the latest hold-up in efforts, saying the government denied landing permi...
2m Apr 25, 2016
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Machar's arrival delayed yet again as US withdraws support to facilitate his travel
The arrival of first Vice President-designate Riek Machar has been delayed again, after the U.S. government withdrew support to facilitate his travel. Machar was due to fly in today after the government cleared two chartered planes with 195 accompanying forces, along with 20 RPG rocket launchers and 20 PKM machine guns. The US government however released a statement on Sunday saying they were...
1m Apr 25, 2016
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Government agrees to 20 PRGs and 20 PKMs for SPLM-IO
The Government of South Sudan has accepted the demand by the peace partners to allow the leader of the SPLM IO return to Juba with the requested number of weapons. This was revealed after the meeting the Council of Ministers today afternoon. Minister of Information and Broadcasting Michael Makuei Lueth.
2m Apr 22, 2016
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‘Multiply small actions' to save Mother Earth
The United Nations Environment Program (UNEP) is calling for more conscious decisions to protect the environment. The call comes on World Earth Day today, a day set aside to recognize the importance of environmental protection. The theme for this year’s celebrations is ‘Trees for the Earth.’ Arshad Khan, the Country Program Manager of the United Nations Environment Programme, UNEP says small...
1m Apr 22, 2016
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Government: Machar wanted to enter Juba with more forces
The government is calling on the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement in the opposition (SPLM-IO) to respect and abide by the transitional security arrangements as stipulated in the peace agreement. said the government received information that Machar was planning on coming with additional forces and ammunition. “Today the 19 April 2016 the government was informed that he wanted to come with an...
4m Apr 20, 2016
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Government: Machar wanted to enter Juba with more forces
The government is calling on the SPLM-IO to respect and abide by the transitional security arrangements as stipulated in the peace agreement. Addressing a press conference following the aborted return of Riek Machar today, government spokesperson Michael Makuei said the government had received information that Machar was planning on arriving with more forces and heavy weaponry. “Today the 19 A...
4m Apr 19, 2016
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"Tolerance and forgiveness for peace and unity"
The government says the arrival of SPLM-IO Deputy Chairperson Ladu Gore demonstrates the government’s commitment to peace. Secretary General of the government reception committee Akol Paul Kordit welcomed Gore at Juba airport on Tuesday. In an emotive statement laced with peace and hope, Akol urged tolerance and forgiveness.
4m Apr 13, 2016
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"Peace can not be Reversed" - Ladu Gore
The Deputy Chairman of the SPLM- IO says the people of South Sudan should unite to find solutions to the obstacles of peace. Alfred Lado Gore arrived from Nairobi Tuesday afternoon aboard a chartered flight, accompanied by a delegation of IO officials.
3m Apr 13, 2016
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Spotlight Bhasker on why volunteers must be close to the people
Spotlight host, Keolebogile Lebogang Maruapula, speaks with Bhasker Kafle , one of the more than 500 volunteers serving to support peace and development in South Sudan.Bhasker from Nepal volunteers with United Nations Development Program - UNDP as a peace and security specialist in South Sudan. He tells us what inspires him to make a difference, shares his favorite tracks and says; “as a volunt...
46m Apr 08, 2016
46m
Mine awareness day message: “Mine action is Humanitarian action”
Today 4 April marks the International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action. This day aims to raise awareness about landmines and the progress toward their eradication, and is a day that reminds us of the devastating effects of landmines and other explosive remnants of war (ERW).#SouthSudan, a country where 3.2 million people are malnourished and the threat of mines and UXOs are...
8m Apr 04, 2016
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Marie Loves the small differences volunteering can make in people’s lives
Marie Bracquemont, talks about how volunteering at the Media Relations & Spokesperson Unit of the Public Information Office - UN mission in #SouthSudan has helped her share her media monitoring skills with the national staff. “This is one way of empowering colleagues with skills in Media monitoring” says Marie. She talks about passion for Africa and how volunteering has helped her to bridge th...
48m Apr 01, 2016
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UNMISS opens temporary bases, steps up patrols in Malakal
The UN Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) has opened a temporary operating base in Malakal town. UNMISS spokesperson Ariane Quentier says some 5,000 people have left the protection of civilians’ site and are now in Makalal town. Quentier said the operating base will help instil a sense of safety and security and enable humanitarian actors to deliver supplies to the populations. A temporary base...
3m Mar 31, 2016
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US Special envoy speaks on econmic reforms and peace prospects in South Sudan n
Ambassador Donald booth joins us today to discuss the economic side of things: what is happening to #SouthSudan economy, what the country needs to do to improve the economic situation, and what reforms will need to be implemented under the peace agreement. He spoke with Radio Miraya's Gabriel Shaddar
26m Mar 25, 2016
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UK Ambassador on efforts to support Peace agreement in South Sudan
UK Ambassador to South Sudan, Tim Morris, sits with Miraya Breakfast Show Host, Sebit William to explain what steps are being taken, to support the implementation of the Peace agreement to resolve the conflict in #SouthSudan. Listen to the full interview
34m Mar 19, 2016
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The Spotlight Show on Radio Miraya
We're getting excited about Lebo's Spotlight show this Friday, because she meets face to face with Olympio Atipoe, a #volunteer serving as a Revenue specialist with the #undp in #SouthSudan. Olympio believes that volunteerism is a selfless commitment to help others and he proves that through the Journey he has undertaken from Ghana in West Africa to South Sudan. " It is important for you to go ...
48m Mar 18, 2016
48m
Kimberly Bays Shares some tips for succesful volunteering in #Southsudan
Kimberly Bays talks with @MrsMapSocialyt about volunteering and also shares some survival skills she has adopted, plus some music to get the weekend started! "You have to be resilient, self sufficient, seek out answes to questions you have, be respectful, don't get yourself into trouble, and above all self awareness.These are the biggest survival skills i have learnt." says Kimberly Bays Kimb...
54m Mar 11, 2016
54m
Spotlight Program sheds light on Volunteers in South Sudan
UN Volunteer Jalle J, Speaks about his journey to volunteerism, the joys of volunteerism, his memorable and cherished moments as a volunteer in #southsudan plus his favorite tracks on The spotlight, a new program that follows the stories of volunteers serving in South Sudan. Tune in every Friday 02:10pm and Saturdays 08pm. Keolebogile Lebogang Maruapula, UNV Communications & Advocacy Officer i...
48m Mar 04, 2016
48m
UNMISS Update on Malakal
A new security plan has been adopted at the UN Protection of Civilian (PoC) site in Malakal, Upper Nile. The plan is a result of consultations between the Peace and Security Council of the IDPs sheltering at the PoC site and UNMISS. It follows armed violence that took place on 17 and 18 February in the UN PoC site. UNMISS spokesperson Ariane Quentier has an update the missions interventions i...
3m Mar 02, 2016
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Statement by UN Chief Ban Ki Moon upon conclusion of visit to Juba
United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has reiterated his call on the international community to do much more to resolve the conflicts in Burundi, DRC and South Sudan. “What i have seen underscores the need for the international community to do much more to prevent and end conflict, uphold international norms and accountability, reduce displacement, and invest to enhance resilience and l...
7m Feb 25, 2016
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Barnaba tells Press what UN Chief discussed with President Kiir in Juba
The United Nations Secretary General, Ban Ki Moon has met with the President of South Sudan, Salva Kiir in Juba. The two discussed a wide range of issues, including the humanitarian situation, the stalled peace process, the recent attack on a protection of Civilian site in Malakal. The meeting was held behind closed doors. Foreign Affairs Minister briefs Journalists about the issues discussed...
3m Feb 25, 2016
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South Sudan faces stiff challenges in dealing with maternal mortality
South Sudan faces stiff challenges in dealing with maternal mortality. South Sudan is said to have one of the highest maternal mortality rate, estimated at 2054 per 100,000 live births, that’s according to the United Nations. One of the targets of the Sustainable Development Goals is to reduce the global maternal mortality ratio to less than 70 per 100,000 live births by 2030. Dr. Suzi Franc...
11m Feb 22, 2016
11m
SPLA/M -io Accuse Government forces of blocking Humanitarean access to Mundri
The SPLA/M in the opposition says humanitarian access in parts of Mundri West County, in Western Equatoria has been severely hampered by a security operation by the army. Henry Odwar, chairperson of the Energy and Mining unit in the opposition says up to 67 children were killed in the operation in Garia village. Addressing Journalists in Juba, Odwar said government forces advanced towards Gar...
2m Feb 18, 2016
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UNMISS Weekly Press Briefing - 17 February 2016
The United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) held its weekly press briefing today. UNMISS spokesperson Ariane Quentier presented a statement from the mission, urging SPLM-IO chairperson Riek Machar to return to Juba to form the Transitional Government of National Government. Ms. Quentier also spoke on protection of civilians and occupation of schools by armed forces. UNICEF Education M...
16m Feb 17, 2016
16m
WHO implores South Sudan to rise up to the SDG challenge
The World Health Organization is optimistic that South Sudan could rise up to the challenge of meeting the Sustainable Development Goals. South Sudan is one of the countries that failed to achieve the Millennium Development Goals, and Dr Abdulmumini Osman, a representative from the World Health Organization says the country has several health issues that must be addressed as a priority. Dr Us...
10m Feb 15, 2016
10m
World Radio Day Exclusive Interview with Ariane Quentier, UNMISS Spokesperson
World radio Day celebrates radio as a powerful medium of communication. The day is designed to improve international cooperation between broadcasters, encourage major networks and community radios alike, promote access to information, and freedom of expression. The theme for World Radio Day this year is; Radio in Times of Emergency and Disaster. To find out more about what role radio can play...
5m Feb 12, 2016
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US Ambassador speaks on South Sudan's NGO bill
The US Ambassador to South Sudan he language in the bill could affect the delivery of humanitarian assistance to those in need. The legislation was passed by Parliament last week and sent to President Salva Kiir for endorsement. Ambassador Molly Spoke with Radio Miraya's Breakfast Show host Sebit William and begun by highlighting the critical concerns about the NGO bill. Listen to the interview
7m Feb 09, 2016
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Parties to peace agreement remain divided over 28 states
The debate about the implementation of the peace agreement continues to center on the disagreement on the creation of the 28 states. On Monday the Inter-Governmental Authority on Development which brokered the peace agreement urged the parties to the agreement to go ahead with the formation of the government of national unity despite remarks about the 28 states. The IGAD communique rather cal...
4m Feb 02, 2016
4m
EXCLUSIVE: Riek Machar talks to Radio Miraya
Opposition leader Riek Machar says the creation of the 28 states still remains a major sticking point in the implementation of the peace agreement. The SPLM-IO leader was in Uganda yesterday to discuss the peace process with Uganda President Yoweri Museveni. During the meeting he asked the Uganda leader to use his influence to persuade President Kiir to drop the 28 states. Speaking exclusive...
11m Jan 27, 2016
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