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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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"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
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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
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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
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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
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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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Miraya Morning Motivation - How to deal with change
"Where you are is not the maximum, the fact that you got there is evidence that you can still stretch to achieve even more" - Taurayi inspires us to deal with change. Here is Taurayi on Miraya Morning Motivation
24m Jul 06, 2016
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Miraya Morning Motivation - How to deal with Fear
It's another Brand New day and here is Taurayi asking you to take hold of the new day, take charge and don't fear - False Evidence Appearing Real. It is your day! Here is Taurayi
15m Jul 05, 2016
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Miraya Morning Motivation - The Alphabet of Life
It’s Thaurayi on Miraya Morning Motivation. This is a kind of Radio show that’s going to encourage you, refresh you, challenge you and give you an opportunity to hear about the realities of life, Get Renewed, recharged and Refreshed. Tune in every Morning 6:30am for Miraya Morning Motivation! Here is Thaurayi.
20m Jul 04, 2016
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Kenyan Female Peacekeepers take over helm to protect women and children in Wau
Female peacekeepers of the Kenya Battalion – KENBATT have taken on the responsibility of escorting women and children as they run domestic errands. The UNMISS Peacekeepers are offering protection to the ladies to collect food, firewood and other basic supplies within a two kilometer distance outside the UN protected area, located adjacent to the UNMISS base in Bentiu. Capt Grace Ajie, the leg...
6m Jul 04, 2016
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@Gloriaspv talks about her volunteering experience in South Sudan
She traveled 3,163 miles from Spain to #SouthSudan not as a tourist, but as an expert reporting and information analyst volunteering her skills in support of UN mandate in South Sudan. Gloria's worked as a United Nations #Volunteer, and in her words; "contributed in helping the mission leadership make decisions," based on her reporting and information analysis skills. Gloria believes humility...
39m Jul 01, 2016
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@Gloriaspv talks about her volunteer story in South Sudan
She traveled 3,163 miles from Spain to #SouthSudan not as a tourist, but as an expert reporting and information analyst volunteering her skills in support of UN mandate in South Sudan. Gloria's worked as a United Nations #Volunteer, and in her words; "contributed in helping the mission leadership make decisions," based on her reporting and information analysis skills. Gloria believes humility...
42m Jul 01, 2016
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UNMISS and partners step up support for IDPs in Wau
On Thursday, a humanitarian delegation led by UN Humanitarian Coordinator Eugene Owusu, travelled to Wau to assess the sitiuation after recent clashes left thousands of people displaced. The team met with the displaced people at the Catholic Church yesterday and also visited IDPs at a protected area near the UN base. To find out more about the UN Activities in Wau and other parts of the count...
7m Jul 01, 2016
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Bishop Hiboro cautions nation against 'harsh' and 'destructive' language
"Language is doing much more violence, sometimes even much more harm than the guns." - Bishop Edward Hiboro, the Bishop of the Catholic diocese of Tombura in Yambio, has said. Speaking to Miraya Breakfast show on Thursday, Bishop Hiboro appealed to South Sudanese to avoid "harsh and divisive" language and instead develop a language that can build up the country. " "Take off too much negativit...
12m Jun 30, 2016
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100,000 children in South Sudan treated for malnutrition, says UNICEF
"I am talking about children who are wasted, children who have almost no food in them, no energy, children who are compared to what we had last year, it is about a 40 percent increase and imagine this is just in five months," said Joseph Senesie, #UNICEF #SouthSudan, Nutrition expert. Senesie spoke with Miraya Breakfast show host - Sebit William. More in this interview.
9m Jun 30, 2016
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CTSAMM urges formation of ground monitoring teams in SouthSudan
The Ceasefire and Transitional Security arrangements Monitoring Mechanism – CTSAMM is urging for the establishment of ground teams to monitor ceasefire violations in #SouthSudan. According to the peace agreement, the Area Joint Military Ceasefire Committee or the AJMCC should consist of representatives of parties to the peace agreement and are mandated with assisting in monitoring of violation...
9m Jun 29, 2016
9m
The Spotlight: Samantha on a Team that Greases the Wheels to Keep UNMISS in motion
"I am part of the team that greases the wheels to keep UNMISS in motion", this is a summary of Samantha Evangelista KARIMANZIRA's work as a United Nations Volunteer serving with the UN mission in South Sudan - UNMISS. Karimanzira, a #procurement officer from Zimbabwe, shares her inspirational story as a #UNV. Keolebogile Lebogang Maruapula, hosted Samantha on the Spotlight. Listen to her story.
46m Jun 24, 2016
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Exclusive Interview: Deputy Governor South Sudan Central Bank Speaks on the economy
"The only thing that will salvage this situation is to get more dollars, work to make sure that oil production goes back to pre-crisis levels, this is very important!" That's a prescription the deputy governor of the Central Bank of South Sudan, Mr Dor Majok, is recommending to resuscitate #SouthSudan economy He spoke with Miraya Breakfast show host, Sebit William. More in this interview.
21m Jun 23, 2016
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South Sudan National Bureau of standards issues consignment guidelines
The National Bureau of Standards has issued a new guideline regarding the movement of consignments into the country. No consignment will be allowed into the country without a certificate of conformity. Gloria Nyoka, the focal point for the National Bureau of standards says the measure is to ensure all commodities being brought into the country meet minimum standards. Nyoka told the Breakfast S...
9m Jun 23, 2016
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German signs funding agreement to support South Sudan Peace agreement
#German Ambassador Johannes Lehne and the chairperson of the Joint Monitoring Evaluation Commission - #JMEC, Festus Mogae, have signed an agreement worth over $1.1 million dollars in Juba to support the implementation of the Agreement of the resolution of the conflict in South Sudan. Ambassador Johannes spoke with Miraya Breakfast Show host about how significant this funding is to the implemen...
6m Jun 23, 2016
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UNMISS Supports efforts to harmonise relations between soldiers and host communities
The Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan (ARCSS) signed in August 2015 by the conflicting parties to the conflict in the country contains a provision for the demilitarization of Juba and the deployment of security forces (SPLA soldiers) 25km away from Juba. This necessitated the establishment of seven cantonment sites located 25km outside Juba. But the can...
12m Jun 22, 2016
12m
Peter Mayen on How to Fix South Sudan's Economy
Several months after the signing of the peace agreement to resolve the conflict in South Sudan, and the formation of the Transitional Government of National Unity – TGoNU, South Sudan’s economy still looks bleak. Consumers are in pain as the prices of goods continue to rise and the state of the economy increasingly becomes the talk of an average man on the streets of #Juba #SouthSudan. But Pe...
6m Jun 22, 2016
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GESS provides financial Incentive for Teachers to improve education
Up to 30-thousand teachers across the country are set to benefit from an Incentive Award project designed to support the education sector. The initiative will see teachers receive an extra 200 pounds every month, as part of the steps being taken to incentivize teachers to bump up education in South Sudan. Akuja De Garang, the Girls Education South Sudan project team leader tells Miraya Breakf...
8m Jun 21, 2016
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WHO Technical expert appeals for legislation on waste disposal
In South Sudan, Government has been advised to enact a law on waste collection and disposal, as part of the strategies to reduce the number of deaths and illnesses from pollution and contamination. This is one of the Sustainable Development Goal on health which seeks to substantially reduce the number of deaths and illnesses from hazardous chemicals and air, water, and soil pollution and conta...
7m Jun 21, 2016
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"Protect the Children, for a peaceful world," says Mariam Akiror, Child Rights activist
South Sudan has joined the African continent today to commemorate the Day of the African Child under the theme, “Conflict and Crisis in Africa: Protecting all Children’s Rights.” In commemorating the day, Mariam Akiror, a lawyer, social worker, and child rights activist in #Uganda reminded the world that; "When children are protected, then we have a peaceful world." On the telephone line from...
11m Jun 16, 2016
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"Lets say YES to child education and NO to child soldiers" - Erasmus M. UNMISS Child protection officer
"Lets say Yes to child education and No to child soldiers" - a strong message from Ersamus Migyikra, a child protection officer working with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan. Ersamus said this during an interview with the breakfast show to mark the #DayoftheAfricanChild. More in this interview.
6m Jun 16, 2016
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Bishop launches appeal for IDP's in Wonduruba
The Bishop of Wonduruba Diocese, Mathew Taban, has launched a diocesan-wide appeal for assistance to support internally displaced persons returning home. Bishop Mathew Taban, spoke with the Miraya Breakfast Show, saying; “This is my urgent appeal to the government and the Non Governmental Organizations to come to the rescue of the people of Wonduruba.” listen to the interview
5m Jun 15, 2016
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Is Peace everyone's responsibility? - Inter-University debate in Juba
An inter-University debate takes place this Saturday, at Nyakuroni Cultural Center in Juba. The topic for debate is; Is peace everyone’s responsibility? Mr Inaju Reuben, an officer working with the outreach unit of the Public information office of the UN Mission in South Sudan – UNMISS, says the debate will be held between students of the Catholic university and the University of Juba. “Studen...
6m Jun 14, 2016
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Children’ smiles enchant Japanese peacekeepers as they bid farewell to South Sudan
“When we worked on the streets, the Protection of civilian – PoC sites and water points, many children came to us, giving a big smile and waving their hands. "So whenever i see their smiles, i strongly feel that we were here as peacekeepers, to protect their innocent smiles and help them to live a happy and healthy life.” – This is just one of the strong memories, Ai Nakasiho, Policy advisor o...
4m Jun 14, 2016
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Exclusive Interview with Hervé Ladsous, Under-Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations
The Under-Secretary-General (USG) in charge of the United Nations Department of Peacekeeping Operations (DPKO), Hervé Ladsous, arrived in #Juba #South Sudan on Friday. He is here to visit the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), check on the implementation of the peace accord; assess progress made in setting up of the Transitional Government of National Unity and visited the #Bentiu...
11m Jun 12, 2016
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