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November 20, 2024
South Sudan power struggle

Some generals from the Sudan People’s Liberation Army in Opposition (SPLA IO) in Western Bhar El Ghazel state have rejected the appointment of Emmanuel Primo Ukello as the new governor of the state. Ukello replaced Sarah Cleto last week, but SPLA IO generals say Cleto and Ukello come from the same village. The spokesperson for SPLM-IO says the matter was resolved and Governor Ukello will soon travel to Wau. Denis Logonyi has more for VOA from Juba.
November 18, 2024
South Sudan Ministry of Health works to hasten cholera outbreak response

South Sudan's National Health Ministry declared a cholera outbreak in late October, feared to have claimed the lives of about six people. The Ministry of Health says it has re-established an Incident Management System (IMS) with the National Incident Management Team to ensure an immediate, multi-sector response. Denis Logonyi reports for VOA from Juba.
November 07, 2024
South Sudan Trump supporters celebrate victory

Supporters of Donald Trump in South Sudan are celebrating his election victory in the presidential election in the United States. Some in the capital Juba call on the government of South Sudan to learn from the U.S. democratic process. Denis Logonyi has more from South Sudan’s capital, Juba.
November 01, 2024
South Sudan's meat quality and supply questioned

Beef prices have steadily risen in South Sudan’s capital Juba, as residents question the quality of beef in markets across the town. South Sudan has the largest number of cattle in the region, but insecurity in cattle-raising states has affected the supply of meat. Denis Logonyi has more for VOA from Juba.
October 29, 2024
South Sudan Teachers seek justice

A group of 34 teachers are demanding $205,200 from the non-profit group the Melut Development Committee after their contracts were terminated. A county education supervisor in Melut of Upper Nile state says the halt in South Sudan’s oil production affected the group’s ability to pay the teachers. Denis Logonyi has more from Juba.
October 25, 2024
South Sudan’s gangs improve security

Residents of Lologo suburb in South Sudan’s capital, Juba, say their neighborhood is peaceful after a June agreement amongst the 16 gangs who used to terrorize residents in the area. A committee comprised of leaders within Lologo threw a party this week to celebrate peace in an area that was once restive. Denis Logonyi files from Juba.
October 16, 2024
South Sudan Juba Road Bans

Some boda boda drivers plying the busy Juba road known as the J1 are concerned after a new police order banned them using the road. Others are less bothered since it’s not the first time the government has issued such an order, and they say it’s government workers who will suffer when motorcycle taxis can’t travel on the road. For VOA News, Denis Logonyi reports from Juba.
October 15, 2024
South Sudan cuisine is popular with international customers of Juba restaurants

Some women with restaurants in Juba says sales of local dishes has boosted their profits. The head of the Mango Camp restaurant which specializes in local cuisine says her clientele has increased with people like Ethiopians and other foreigners who love South Sudanese food. Denis Logonyi reports. from Juba.
October 07, 2024
South Sudan’s students fear tremor

South Sudanese students in Ethiopia say they are safe after a 4.9-magnitude earthquake felt across the Ethiopian Rift Valley Sunday and in several areas of the country, including Addis Ababa, sending some residents running for shelter. Denis Logonyi has more from Juba.
October 04, 2024
A rash of complaints against South Sudan’s security forces prompts special court to reconvene

A joint Special Emergency Court has been reconvened in South Sudan to address complaints of unprofessional behavior against some members of the country’s security forces. Denis Logonyi reports for VOA from Juba.
September 24, 2024
South Sudan road ambush

One person was killed and others were wounded after a bus traveling from Juba to Kampala was ambushed near Lakarakak village. A chief of Ngerjebe village and other bus companies confirmed the incident, saying the fate of many passengers remains unknown. No one has claimed responsibility for the attack on the Juba - Nimule road, which is a lifeline for many South Sudanese. Denis Logonyi reports from Juba.
September 23, 2024
Lawyers sue south Sudan government

A group of South Sudanese lawyers have filed a lawsuit with the country’s Supreme Court over the government’s decision to extend the transitional period by two years, calling the move unconstitutional. One activist calls the lawsuit a waste of time since the presidency and regional bodies have accepted the extension. Denis Logonyi reports for VOA from Juba.
September 20, 2024
South Sudan priest released

A priest with the Episcopal Church of South Sudan was freed on Friday after his family allegedly paid a ransom of two goats and a sack of beans. The commissioner of Morobo County says Reverend Joel Hassen Eluzara was abducted by rebels connected to the National Salvation Front. Denis Logonyi has more from Juba.
September 17, 2024
South Sudan finance minister urged to offer solutions

An advisor to South Sudan’s economic cluster has criticized the ministry of finance for sending political statements to South Sudanese who are yearning for solutions to the country’s economic crisis. The minister of finance said Monday his office is working to improve the economy by using several measures including resuming crude oil exports through Sudan. Denis Logonyi has more from Juba.
September 17, 2024
South Sudan extension spark reactions

South Sudanese are expressing mixed reactions to the decision to extend the government’s transitional period for two years. Some residents of Juba say their hopes for elections have been crushed and they are frustrated by politicians who do not care about the aspirations of the people. Denis Logonyi reports from Juba.
September 12, 2024
South Sudan’s transition hangs in limbo

Stakeholders to the 2018 peace agreement have drafted a document on the fate of the country’s roadmap for extending the transitional period. The minister of cabinet affairs says some provisions of the deal have not been implemented, adding the proposals of the review committee provide solutions. Denis Logonyi reports from Juba.
September 11, 2024
South Sudan families stranded

Several families in Bor displaced by flooding are asking the government of South Sudan to support their fishing businesses. The national ministry for fisheries and livestock says it is working with the United Nations Food and Agricultural Organization to provide fishing equipment to fight food insecurity. Denis Logonyi reports from Juba.
September 09, 2024
South Sudan media censorship

The editor of Number 1 Citizen newspaper in Juba says stories about human rights violations against former Juba Mayor Kalisto Ladu were removed from the paper. The Association of Media Development in South Sudan condemned the censorship. For VOA news, Denis Logonyi reports from Juba.
September 05, 2024
Life-skills training empowers vulnerable families

Some South Sudanese living with disabilities in Jonglei state say they suffer during flood season. A state government official says a lack of funding is to blame for the slow response to flooding. Weather experts warn that floods are expected this month because of high water volumes at Lake Victoria. Denis Logonyi has this story from Bor on how a non-profit is helping people living with disabilities in Jonglei state.
August 27, 2024
South Sudan’s mixed elections reactions

The Sudan People’s Liberation Movement – In Opposition, or SPLM IO, group loyal to South Sudan’s First Vice President says the December elections should be delayed to give enough time for completing remaining tasks stipulated in the 2018 peace agreement. But other parties to the agreement say they are ready for the elections. For VOA news, Denis Logonyi has more from Juba.

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