Army Spokesperson speaks out on Situation in Mundri
The army says the continued insecurity in Mundri, Western Equatoria was sparked off when a group of armed youth attacked the army base in Mundri. Aguer confirms there are defectors from the army who could be involved. Over the past weeks, thousands of people have fled their homes into the bushes. Army spokesperson Col Philip Aguer spoke with Sebit William on the Miraya Breakfast Show He als...
8m Nov 03, 2015
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South Sudan's Nile Pet Corp MD Sacked
The managing director of Nile Pet, Joseph Cleto Deng, has been dismissed just five months after he assumed office. Joseph Cleto Deng was relieved of his duties in a Presidential decree announced on Monday.Prior to his appointment mid this year, Joseph Cleto Deng served as Kiir's office manager.The President’s spokesperson, Aten Wek Aten, says Kleto’s dismissal is linked to the chronic fuel shor...
5m Nov 03, 2015
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UNMISS calls for immediate release of equipment and cargo held by SPLA/M-IO
The United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) is calling for the immediate release of equipment and cargo that were intercepted by forces of the SPLA in the opposition last Monday. The items including 55,000 liters of fuel, communications equipment and weapons were taken in a hostage situation in Kaka, Upper Nile state. The convoy equipment, comprising a total of three vessels including ...
3m Nov 02, 2015
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EXCLUSIVE: Vice President Wani Igga speaks on SPLM party structures, peace agreement and economy
Vice President James Wani Igga says the restructuring of the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) party will not involve the dismissal of the party members who are currently in the SPLM- in the opposition. The National Liberation Council, held an extraordinary meeting chaired by President Salva Kiir last Friday, and resolved to dissolve the SPLM general secretariat and embark on a restruc...
21m Oct 30, 2015
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UNMISS extracts Peacekeepers from Upper Nile hostage situation
The United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), has extracted 18 peacekeepers who were detained by heavily armed men affiliated to the SPLA in the opposition in Upper Nile. The barge was ferrying fuel supplies on the River Nile, North of Malakal when it was intercepted in Kaka on Monday. UNMISS spokesperson Ariane Quentier says the 18 peacekeepers were extracted by helicopter and taken fr...
4m Oct 30, 2015
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SRSG Remarks at UN@70 Flag Raising Ceremony in Juba
Members of the United Nations Family in South Sudan took part in a flag raising ceremony on the 70th anniversary of the United Nations Day. Both flags of South Sudan and the United Nations were raised at exactly 12:34pm as the anthems of South Sudan and the United Nations played in the background. The event taking place inside the UN House in Juba is a curtain-raiser for the main birthday fes...
11m Oct 23, 2015
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Troika envoys in Juba to support peace implementation
The UK Envoy to South Sudan, Matt Cannel, together with the US envoy to South Sudan Donald Booth and the Norwegian counterpart have arrived in Juba to emphasise the importance of making progress with the peace process. This is part of the efforts by the Troika to engage all parties to underline the importance of implementing the peace agreement. Matt Cannel said the Peace process has edged fo...
15m Oct 23, 2015
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Nation Mirror Newspaper Re-opens 8 months after it was shut down
The Nation Mirror Newspaper has re-opened almost eight months after it was ordered to close publication. South Sudan national Security Service seized the distribution of the newspaper and ordered the newspaper to shutdown its operations in February this year, on grounds that it was publishing biased information. Wol Atak Deng, the Editor in chief of the Nation Mirror, said on Wednesday that h...
4m Oct 21, 2015
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South Sudan National Blood bank runs out of stocks
The National Blood Bank, which collects blood in South Sudan, is making an urgent appeal for blood donors. Moriku Lilian, a counselor at the National Blood Bank in Juba, says the blood stocks are at a seriously low level and is making an urgent appeal for regular donors. She also acknowledged that more needs to be done to create awareness on the importance of blood donation.
4m Oct 16, 2015
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Millions Hungry as South Sudan observes World Food Day
Millions of people in South Sudan are facing acute hunger especially in conflict affected states as South Sudan joins the rest of the world today to observe World Food day. World Food day draws attention to the importance of food security. George FOMINYEN, Communications officer of the World Food program in South Sudan says economic hardships have compounded the problem of food insecurity in ...
9m Oct 16, 2015
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Government rejects UNMISS surveillance drones
The government of South Sudan is questioning a provision within the new mandate of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan that gives the Mission clearance to use drones to fulfill its mandate of protection of civilians. On Friday the UN Security Council endorsed a resolution extending the UNMISS mandate to December 15th and granted the mission to use the unmanned drones. Government spokesp...
4m Oct 13, 2015
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Government of Uganda announces troop withdrawal from South Sudan
The Government of Uganda announced on Monday that it would start withdrawing its army from South Sudan. The Spokesperson of the Government of Uganda, Ofwono Opondo told Radio Miraya that the withdrawal is in accordance and in compliance with the IGAD mediated peace deal and the UN Security council resolution of Friday 09th October 2015. Ofwono Opondo said the UPDF chief of staff of the land f...
5m Oct 12, 2015
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UN Security Council extends UNMISS mandate
The United Nations Security Council on Friday extended the mandate of the UN Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) till December 15th. The Security Council voted 13-0 to adopt the resolution with two of the fifteen countries abstaining from the vote. The 45 day extension increases the lifespan of UNMISS to 15 December 2015. The core pillars remain the protection of civilians, monitoring and invest...
4m Oct 12, 2015
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Coach Sung-Jea Lee on Bright Star- Mauritania 1-1 draw
South Sudan and Mauritania played to a 1-1 draw in their 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifiers match today at Juba Stadium today. The Bright Star missed several chances and goal keeper Jimmy Jenero saved a few attempts from the Mauritania side. The National side travels to the Mauritanian capital Nouakchott for the return leg set for 13 October. Bright Star coach Sung-Jea Lee from Korea was disappo...
1m Oct 08, 2015
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South Sudan Ready for Victory in World Cup Qualifiers Debut
#South Sudan National Team, the Bright Star, will play in their first World Cup qualifier when they face Mauritania this afternoon. The team is facing its biggest challenge, having joined international football association this year. The Deputy Secretary General of South Sudan Football Association, Istan Slaus Luala, says the national team goes onto the pitch this afternoon with the confidenc...
6m Oct 07, 2015
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Threats and looting Push ICRC out of Leer county
The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has withdrawn all its staff from a humanitarian compound in Leer County, Unity State following an attack on the aid workers there. Yamila Castro, of the ICRC in Juba, said a group of well-organized armed men entered the ICRC compound in Leer over the weekend and stole equipment, medical supplies and money. Two ICRC vehicles were also taken an...
6m Oct 06, 2015
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Annul Presidential Order on Creation of New states, Say Dr Lam Akol
Political Parties under the National Alliance have issued statement calling for the annulment of the Presidential Order on the creation of 28 states in the country. The 15 political parties say the republican order is in violation of the transitional constitution, because it was did not get Parliamentary approval. National Alliance chairperson, Dr Lam Akol, is concerned the move could also ne...
9m Oct 06, 2015
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Ceasefire falters amid renewed fighting in southern Unity
The army has confirmed renewed fighting in southern Unity state. SPLA spokesperson Colonel Phillip Aguer says the attacks in Leer and Koch counties have ben ongoing for the last 3 days. The fighting comes one month after the government and opposition declared a permanent ceasefire with the signing of a peace agreement. Col. Aguer blames the breach of the ceasefire on the SPLA in the oppositio...
3m Oct 02, 2015
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Criminals too Intelligent for Police - Deputy IGP admits
Crime figures are not easy to come by, but latest criminal trends in Juba, show crime is emerging as one of the big issues affecting the citizens.Juba city, home to thousands of people has seen a rising wave of crime trends ranging from robberies, killings, car jacking’s and petty thefts. So what exactly has gone wrong? Is the police incapable of restoring law and order?These and more are some ...
5m Oct 01, 2015
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Thousands of IDPs in Southern Unity in dire need of humanitarian assistance
An estimated 28,000 people who fled fighting in Southern Unity state are camped in Panyijar County in desperate need of assistance. Jacob Dol Kam, a local Relief Coordinator in Nhial payam, says the populations left their homes in Leer Mayiendit and Koch Counties. Dol Kam says the populations are finding it difficult to survive without the basics of shelter and water.
2m Sep 29, 2015
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Lakes State authorities launch door-to-door search for illegal firearms
Security operatives in Lakes State are carrying out a search operation for illegal weapons. The door-to-door operation in the state capital Rumbek started on Friday night to address the rising insecurity within the town. Members of the organized forces have collected at least 120 illegal firearms so far. The State Minister of local government and law enforcement agency, Samuel Wel Maciek say...
5m Sep 28, 2015
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Peace is top priority for new WES cabinet
The Caretaker Governor of Western Eqauatria State says peace remains the top priority of his new cabinet. Patrick Raphael Zamoi issued 7 decrees over the weekend, relieving his deputy, ministers, advisors and commissioners. His former Deputy, Sapana Abui has been removed and reappointed as advisor for Local Government and Administration. The new Deputy Governor is Bullen Abiataraj Hakim. Zam...
5m Sep 28, 2015
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"We must collectively embrace peace"
The National Legislative Assembly is expected to go on recess in the coming days. The Legislators are expected to use the one month break to sensitize their constituents on the recently signed peace agreement. Chairperson of the Information Committee in Parliament, Thomas Wani Kundu and Leader of the minority in the house Onyoti Adigo spoke to Radio Miraya about the peace agreement and the ne...
6m Sep 28, 2015
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Rufugee turned Peace Advocate
Monday 21st September was the International Day of Peace. A day commemorated globally every year dedicated to world peace, and specifically the absence of war and violence. This year the day holds special importance to South Sudan. After 20 months of conflict and earlier years of strife, the people of South Sudan are yearning for peace - now more than ever. Meet Mari Malek, a young South Sud...
6m Sep 28, 2015
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Ugandan forces to leave South Sudan by mid-October
The South Sudan army, the SPLA has announced that Ugandan troops will be leaving South Sudan by mid-October. The Ugandan forces, the UPDF, entered South Sudan in December 2013 at the request of the government to support the national army against opposition forces. Army spokesperson Colonel Phillip Aguer confirmed to Radio Miraya that the foreign forces will be leaving as part of the implement...
4m Sep 28, 2015
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Maridi explosion survivors respond well to treatment
September 16th will be remembered as a dark and tragic day for the people of Maridi in Western Equatoria State. More than 200 people lost their lives when a fuel tanker exploded as people scrambled to siphon fuel. With the help of UNMISS and other partners, some of the critically burned survivors were evacuated to Juba Teaching Hospital. More than 60 patients are receiving treatment and recu...
6m Sep 28, 2015
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Pagan: 'We will go to New York to advocate for a full implementation of the peace agreement"
The UN General Assembly gets underway next week. Leaders have started gathering at the UN headquarters in New York for the annual meeting that brings together leaders from all UN member nations. Vice President James Wani Igga is leading the South Sudan government delegation. The UN General Assembly 70th session meeting is expected to have a sideline meeting on South Sudan and how to support ...
3m Sep 25, 2015
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Traders feel the pinch of the pinch of economic hardship
Business owners in South Sudan continue to feel the pinch of the economic challenges the country is facing. With black-market dollar rates as high as 1600 SSP to the US dollar, and a lack of currency in commercial banks, many of the traders have been forced to hike their prices or close down their businesses altogether. Bruham Tibo is the chairperson of the Uganda Business association in Sout...
4m Sep 25, 2015
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UK: There is no wish for sanctions on the people of SouthSudan
UK Ambassador Tim Morris says his government will continue to support the South Sudan government during its transition period. Ambassador Morris applauded the signing of the peace agreement by the government and opposition last month, and said the international community would offer direct support during the transitional process. The Ambassador spoke on sanctions and responded to reports of B...
26m Sep 23, 2015
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Oil production hit by conflict
Oil production has fallen drastically since the conflict broke out in December 2013. Petroleum Minister Stephen Dhieu Dhau says production has gone down from 245,000 bpd from 165,000 bpd. Dhau says only one oil field is operational
42m Sep 23, 2015
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PLP party calls for full implementation of Local Government Act
The People’s Liberal party (PLP) is calling for the full implementation of the South Sudan Local Government Act. The act among many things calls for local authorities to be elected by the people rather than appointed. In an interview with Radio Miraya, PLP President Peter Mayen said implementation of the act would promote democracy.
5m Sep 22, 2015
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VP addresses MPs on Peace Agreement
Vice President James Wani Igga addressed the National Parliament on the recently signed peace agreement. Addressing the legislators, Wani Igga urged politicians to forget their differences and hunger for power for the sake of peace. More in the following report with Radio Miraya's Nelson Lwak.
6m Sep 22, 2015
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Wondruba payam 'deserted' following recent clashes
Authorities in Wondruba payam of Central Equatorial State say the town is now a 'ghost-town' following clashes there two weeks ago. The Bishop of the Episcopal Church of Sudan and South Sudan Bishop Paul Yugusuk toured Lainya, Wunduruba, Mangkoro, Mengele and Katigiri areas to see for himself the impact of the recent fighting on the communities. Thousands of people have been displaced and are...
6m Sep 22, 2015
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South Sudan commemorates International Day of Peace
National celebrations for the International Day of Peace were held in Juba. The event was preceded by a march led by women. Special Representative of the Secretary General to South Sudan, Ms. Ellen Margrethe Løj read out the UN Secretary General's message.
6m Sep 21, 2015
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National Peace Commission to conduct awareness on Peace Agreement
Monday 21st September is the International Day of Peace. A day commemorated globally every year dedicated to world peace, and specifically the absence of war and violence. This year the day holds special importance to South Sudan. After 20 months of conflict and earlier years of strife, the people of South Sudan are yearning for peace - now more than ever. Activities for the day include a mar...
7m Sep 21, 2015
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Mari Malek, Refugee cum Peace Advocate
Monday 21st September is the International Day of Peace. A day commemorated globally every year dedicated to world peace, and specifically the absence of war and violence. This year the day holds special importance to South Sudan. After 20 months of conflict and earlier years of strife, the people of South Sudan are yearning for peace - now more than ever. Meet Mari Malek, a young South Sudan...
6m Sep 20, 2015
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IGAD ceasefire workshop to conclude in Addis Ababa
A workshop on ceasefire and transitional security arrangements is expected to conclude Friday in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The 5-day workshop brought together military commanders from government and opposition sides for technical discussions on how to implement the ceasefire agreement that was signed last month. According to the matrix of the agreement, the workshop was to be held within 14 days...
4m Sep 17, 2015
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More than 50 killed in fuel tanker explosion in Maridi, WES
More than 50 people are feared dead after a fuel tanker exploded in Maridi County, Western Equatoria State. The truck loaded with petrol overturned yesterday and crowds rushed to collect the fuel. Our reporter Felix Katie is in Western Equatoria and tells us what could have sparked the fire.
4m Sep 17, 2015
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Qatari government commits US 1mln towards food assistance in South Sudan
The World Food Program says a 1 million dollar donation from the Qatari government will go a long way in addressing the food crisis in South Sudan. Qatar committed 1 million US dollars to the World Food Programme to go towards providing food for needy populations. Latest estimates from humanitarian partners say up to 4.6 million people are suffering from crisis or emergency levels of food ins...
6m Sep 16, 2015
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9 SPLA soldiers feared dead in road ambush
A military police patrol team fell into an ambush in Mundri West County of Western Equatoria State. Authorities in Mundri said the incident occurred Wednesday morning when two army vehicles were intercepted by gunmen in Guli boma, 7 kilometers from Mundri town. Mundri West County commissioner Hassan Bakheit said up to 9 SPLA soldiers were killed and 7 others injured. Bakheit said many people...
4m Sep 16, 2015
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IGAD monitors respond to allegations of bias
The IGAD Monitoring and Verification Mechanism has spoken out against reports that it is falling to do its work. The Monitoring and Verification Mechanism (MVM) has been accused of not responding to ceasefire violations during fighting in Guit County of Unity State on the 13th of this month. The army accused the monitors of refusing to accompany SPLA officers to the scene of the clashes. In ...
6m Sep 15, 2015
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University students leave embassy in Cairo
University students on government scholarship in Egypt have finally left the embassy in Cairo. The South Sudanese students occupied the embassy for two months, demanding payment of overdue allowances. A delegation from the Ministry of education traveled to Cairo to settle the student’s dues. Payment of the arrears started on Saturday and each student was paid one thousand one hundred US doll...
6m Sep 15, 2015
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KIIR: "IGAD prescribed peace document is the most divisive and unprecedented peace deal"
President Salva Kiir has reiterated his commitment to peace and implementing the recently signed peace agreement. The President sounded the commitment in an address to the nation at the J1 Presidential office in Juba . In a rather stern note, the President repeatedly said the agreement signed last month is against the sovereignty of South Sudan and was imposed on the parties. The President a...
18m Sep 15, 2015
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Take stern action against Peace Spoilers - Leader of minority tells international community
Onyoti Adigo calls on international community to take stern action against peace spoilers. The leader of minority in the national parliament, Onyoti Adigo has called on the international community to take punitive measures against parties violating the ceasefire agreements.Both President Salva Kiir and Opposition leader Riek Machar announced ceasefire after the peace agreement was signed last m...
4m Sep 10, 2015
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WFP and UNICEF Ramp up Nutrition support in South Sudan
Nutritionists have expressed concern over the high rate of malnutrition in Northern Bahal Ghazal State.The state will host #WFP and #UNICEF on Wednesday as the two UN agencies launch a nutrition strategy in Aweil on Wednesday.Darlene Raphael, head of Nutrition in WFP South Sudan, says the launch of the nutrition strategy in Aweil, is a strong reminder that the state is now in the same league of...
5m Sep 07, 2015
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South Sudan's new curriculum to phase out foreign content
The Ministry of Education National Ministry of Education, Science and Technology plans to phase out foreign based curriculum and replace it with the South Sudan curriculum.This is part of the steps that will follow the launch of a national curriculum for South Sudan tomorrow.The Director General, Androga Avelino, says the foreign curriculums will be replaced by a homegrown curriculum for early ...
14m Sep 07, 2015
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CEPO launches Peace agreement sensitization manual
A peace agreement sensitization manual has been launched in Juba to raise awareness about the peace agreement that was signed recently to bring peace and stability in South Sudan.CEPO Executive Director Edmond Yakani told Radio Miraya that citizens will be sensitized about the negotiation and mediation processes.He explains what security and demilitarization is one of the most important issues ...
6m Sep 07, 2015
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South Sudan economy not ready for coins, says expert
An economics expert has cautioned the Government of South Sudan to diversify its economy and pave way for the much needed economic recovery. The call by Kenyi Spencer comes amid increasing concerns about the volatile economy, that has seen the local currency depreciate significantly against the dollar. The Central Bank has recently suspended inter bank lending, raising concerns about the bank...
4m Sep 03, 2015
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Good morning, i am for peace, we are for peace" - New greetings proposal for South Sudan
A South Sudanese citizen based in America is suggesting a brand new way of greeting in South Sudan. Simon Deng, who staged a 45-hunger strike for peace in South Sudan says the new way of greeting should be “Good morning I am for peace, good morning we are all for peace.”Deng says this form of greeting, should spread from homes, to the communities, schools, and government institutions, to connec...
36s Aug 28, 2015
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President Salva Kiir signs Peace Deal in Juba
President Salva Kiir has signed a peace deal with the SPLM in opposition ending 20 months of conflict in South Sudan. The president signed the agreement in the presence of regional heads of state from Kenya, Uganda, Ethiopia and Sudan, plus government officials and other dignitaries. President Kiir said he had “reservations” about how the mediation was conducted and some of the clauses in the...
5m Aug 26, 2015
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