Costly dowries are fuelling cattle rustling in Jonglei, a civil society activist has said, following last week’s cattle rustling in Pibor, leaving scores dead,...
Lakes official wants wives back in schoolLakes Inspector of Girls’ Education is advocating for women who marry without completing basic education to be given...
There are people now who are flexing their muscles that they want to sit on this chair, but this chair is very hot. Don’t think that anybody sitting there, flying the flag is the most prestigious person -- is enjoying. No!! The day I will leave this office, I hope I leave it healthy to go and rest so that I just learn how to sleep without anybody knocking at my door at night or anybody calling me on the telephone to report on the crises that are developing in some areas
-SALVA KIIR
The ministry of Finance is printing a new currency, the Culture Ministry is giving the John Garang Mausoleum a new shine, and the football team is preparing for an international match with the Ethiopian team, reports MOI PETER JULIUS
Information Minister Barnaba Marial Benjamin says the government will downsize the current number of southern forces, properly train them and transform them into...
Simona Ali, an Early Warning Monitoring Fellow from Wau, says the fellowship created a space for female journalists to share experiences and learn from each other. By passing this knowledge on to colleagues in her newsroom, she is helping strengthen awareness of journalist safety and professional rights
Catherine Adut, an Early Warning Monitoring Fellow from Lakes State, says the fellowship helped her understand her rights and speak up against unfair treatment. Today, she encourages other female journalists to report harassment, defend their rights, and support one another in the newsroom.
Viola Nyoka, an Early Warning Monitoring Fellow from Yei, says the fellowship helped her understand the risks female journalists face and the importance of speaking up. Through shared experiences with colleagues across South Sudan, she gained the confidence to challenge exploitation, report harassment, and stand up for her rights in the newsroom.
Vivian Nandege, an Early Warning Monitoring Fellow from Yei, says the fellowship helped her understand where to seek support when facing challenges in journalism. Through connections with other female journalists, she has gained confidence, shared knowledge, and built a stronger professional network.
Cecilia John Akile, an Early Warning Monitoring Fellow from Wau, says the fellowship helped her build stronger professional connections with journalists across South Sudan. Through the network, she has learned the importance of speaking openly about challenges and collaborating with colleagues to find solutions
Assunta Aluel, a journalist from Twic County, says the Monitoring Fellowship helped her remain calm and professional when she faced questioning after reporting a sensitive community story. The training equipped her with the confidence and knowledge to navigate pressure while continuing her work.
Aleng Vicky, an Early Warning Monitoring Fellow from Torit, says the fellowship helped female journalists across Eastern Equatoria connect and share experiences. Through new communication platforms and peer discussions, women journalists are building stronger networks and supporting each other in the profession.
"At the back of your mind, when covering news, you must remember there are things you must follow while doing this. That has instilled more confidence in us than before." - ARICH DENG
An early warning system fellowship empowers frontline monitoring fellows to detect risks early, trigger rapid response, and strengthen protection support for those facing threats.
They shut it down after a song—just a traditional tune from the wrong community—played during a flare-up in local fighting. Officials stormed in, seized the keys, and warned the staff: One more mistake, and the whole station is gone for good. For a moment, Achol was jobless...
As a child, she fled bombings by the Sudanese government and attacks by the Ugandan rebel Lord’s Resistance Army, living a refugee live in DR-Congo, CAR, and Uganda. As a woman, she faced down militias. Today, she stands at the frontline of media freedom in Western Equatoria...
