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“ A spirit of unity ”: cooperatives cultivating peace in South Sudan
The European Times
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July 4, 2025
“Cooperatives are a system that allows southern suddens to improve their livelihoods, but at the same time, also contributes to the economy … This is the only way for South Sudan to leave poverty,” said Louis Bagare Project Manager of food and...
‘A spirit of oneness’: Cooperatives cultivating peace in South Sudan
UN News
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July 4, 2025
“Cooperatives are a system that enables the South Sudanese to improve their livelihoods, but at the same time also contributes to the economy… this is the only way for South Sudan to move out of poverty,” said Louis Bagare project manager of...
Opinion| Mechanization: A vehicle for agricultural development in South Sudan
Radio Tamazuj
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July 3, 2025
A thriving agricultural sector is essential for sustainable peace and development in South Sudan. With an estimated 95% of the population relying on farming, fishing, or herding for food and income, agriculture is the backbone of the economy and...
IGAD chief assesses progress of revitalized agreement in South Sudan
Prensa Latina - Cuba
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July 3, 2025
He stressed the crucial importance of the full and timely implementation of the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict and urged all signatory parties and stakeholders to intensify efforts toward sustainable stability. He...
China vows to advance Africa, South Sudan partnerships
Number One Citizen Daily
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July 3, 2025
By Kei Emmanuel Duku China reaffirms unwavering commitment to strengthening cooperation with Africa as a whole and South Sudan. Chinese Ambassador to South Sudan, Ma Qiang, made the remarks on Tuesday during “Topping-Out” ceremony for Phase Two of...
Inclusive youth participation in governance, critical for South Sudan’s future
Number One Citizen Daily
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July 3, 2025
By Lodu William Odiya Youth are advised to embrace individual roles and responsibilities in building a more peaceful, prosperous future for all South Sudanese. Spokesperson of South Sudan National Elections Commission (NEC), George Lemi Yata...
Environmental Ministry, partners launch tree planting to combat climate change
Eye Radio
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July 3, 2025
Author: Madrama James | Published: 26 minutes ago Officials from the Ministry of Environment and Forestry, along with partners, and school pupils during a tree planting exercise in Juba on Thursday, July 3, 2025. Credit: Madrama James/Eye Radio...
South Sudan launches 58-mln-USD project to retain children in school
Xinhua News Agency
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JUBA, July 2 (Xinhua) -- South Sudan on Wednesday launched a four-year project to expand access to quality, inclusive education and improve learning outcomes for children, especially girls and marginalized groups. The project, funded with 58...
IGAD chief hails Juba’s commitment to peace
Eye Radio
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July 3, 2025
Author: Koang Pal Chang | Published: 2 hours ago IGAD Executive Secretary Workneh Gebeyehu and Benjamin Bol Mel Kuol, Vice President and Chairperson of the Economic Cluster of the Republic of South Sudan, on July 3, 2025. PHOTO/@IGADsecretariat/X...
Minister Bolsters South Sudan’s Presence at African Mining Conference
Number One Citizen Daily
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July 2, 2025
By Kei Emmanuel Duku South Sudan’s Minister of Mining, Hon. Eng. Martin Gama Abucha, is currently in Cape Town, South Africa, participating in the prestigious African Mining Week. The event runs alongside African Energy Week: Invest in African...
Activist urges Juba City Council to utilize tax for roads improvement
The City Review
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July 3, 2025
Civil society activist Edmund Yakani on Wednesday called on the City Council to prioritize essential services particularly roads improvement from tax revenue. By James Chatim Juba City Council has been challenged to use the collected taxes...
Climate change has doubled the world’s heatwaves: how Africa...
Modern Ghana
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A global review of extreme heat has found that between May 2024 and May 2025, nearly half the world's people (49% or 4 billion) suffered through an extra 30 days of temperatures that were hotter than those experienced 90% of the time between 1991...
Reflections from SPIEF 2025: What South Sudan can learn from Russia’s economic strategies
Eye Radio
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July 1, 2025
Ms. Lurit Yugusuk is a public policy analyst and seasoned writer on economic and social justice issues in Africa - courtesy The 28th St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF 2025), organized by the Roscongress Foundation and its partners...
Climate change has doubled the world’s heatwaves: how Africa is affected
The Conversation
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July 2, 2025
A global review of extreme heat has found that between May 2024 and May 2025, nearly half the world’s people (49% or 4 billion) suffered through an extra 30 days of temperatures that were hotter than those experienced 90% of the time between 1991...
Spotlight on climate protection
D+C Development and Cooperation
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Let’s not forget that the past 10 years have been the warmest on record worldwide. The frontrunner was last year, which saw average temperatures over 1.5 degrees Celsius above preindustrial levels. May 2025 was the second-warmest May on record....
Severe healthcare crisis prompts call for urgent intervention in Uror County
Sudans Post
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July 4, 2025
The current state of the Uror county health facility in Jonglei state [Photo: Courtesy].BOR – A Uror County lawmaker in South Sudan’s Jonglei State Legislative Assembly has urgently called on state authorities and humanitarian health organizations...
Former Somali Prime Minister appointed new AU envoy to South Sudan
The City Review
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July 1, 2025
By Emmanuel Mandella The African Union Commission has named former Somali Prime Minister, Dr. Abdiweli Mohamed Ali Gaas, as the Special Representative to South Sudan and Head of the African Union Liaison Office in Juba. The appointment was...
IMF ranks South Sudan poorest country in 2025
The City Review
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July 1, 2025
By James Chatim South Sudan has been ranked as the world’s poorest country in 2025, according to new data released by the International Monetary Fund (IMF), estimating the country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) per capita at $251. In the list, the...
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How civil wars in Sudan and South Sudan jeopardise Africa’s security
Firstpost
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July 1, 2025
The ongoing civil wars in Sudan and South Sudan are among the most complex and interconnected conflicts in the world today. Though distinct in their origins and dynamics, they are increasingly intertwined. This convergence is not merely a matter...
Youth Participation In Inclusive Governance Critical For South Sudan's Future
MENAFN
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July 1, 2025
(MENAFN- APO Group) “Any citizen of sound mind, who is 18 and above, has the right to register and vote in this country's elections,” stated George Lemi Yata. Mr. Yata is the Spokesperson of South Sudan's National Elections Commission (NEC), the...