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The General  Political and Military Command of South Sudan Patriotic Movement/ Amry, is directing its forces surrounding Northern Bahr el Ghazal region to report themselves  at Pantiit Cantonment Site within three days period with effect from today. the exercise is part of the implementation of the signed peace agreement  in world's youngest nation, South Sudan. the order announced by General  A gany Abdul-bagi Ayii, Chief of Ggeneral Staff of SSPM/A. wait for more updates..

Iran-US relations sore as new sanctions put on Iran   Iran warned Tuesday that new U.S. sanctions targeting its supreme leader and other top officials meant "closing the doors of diplomacy" between Tehran and Washington amid heightened tensions, even as the country's president derided the White House as being "afflicted by mental retardation." Iranian President Hassan Rouhani  President Hassan Rouhani went on to call the sanctions against Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei "outrageous and idiotic," especially since the 80-year-old Shiite cleric has no plans to travel to the United States. Yet the sharp response from Tehran shows the pressure that the nation's Shiite theocracy and its 80 million people feel over the maximalist campaign of sanctions by the Trump administration. From Israel, President Donald Trump's National Security Adviser John Bolton said Iran could walk through an "open door" to talks with America, tho...

At least two people have dead and more than twenty five left with serious injuries after Al-Qaida-linked network Al-Shabab implemented heavy attacks in Somalia over the weekends, the group claims responsibility on the incidence. Speaking to reporters on Mogadishu, General Bashir Abdi Mohamed, police chief, told reporters in Mogadishu. He said the first car bomb went off near a security checkpoint for the presidential palace and w bombing site on Saturday in Somalia  as responsible for nine deaths. “The second car bomb killed the driver and his accomplice near a checkpoint on the road to the heavily fortified airport”, he said. Al-Shabab, which often targets the capital, said the blasts were meant to strike the first line of security checkpoints for the airport and palace. The airport is home to a number of diplomatic offices. The palace is a frequent al-Shabab target

Floods kill 3 people; displace over 3000  in South Sudan  Aweil state Three people have been killed after floods washed South Sudan’s Aweil state last week. More than 3,000 displaced persons receive assistance from humanitarian organization and from the government. Tong Akeen Ngor, Aweil state governor said it is a collective to ensure that the victims are sustained and new plans are taken to avoid such incidence in the future. State doctors confirmed that one child got drowned and the other two bodies were not admitted at the Aweil state hospital. The doctors have also said water diseases are among dire conditions facing the deprived. Farmers union said their work is affected by the floods as major cultivated spaces cleaned by the water, worrying that it takes them another period to get prepared!   Lual Lual, a residence chief, described floods as blessings for the New Year, saying no one knows what God will bring after this disaster.   M...

Aweil state chamber of commerce has released welcoming statement for the newly appointed Aweil state governor, Tong Akeen Ngor. The chamber recognizes the leadership capabilities of the new top government official, describing him as man of work. Tong Akeen file phot President Kiir issued Republican decree on Monday night sacking Aweil state governor, Major General Jal Malith Jal and other three state governors.   It is not clear whether the change came as result of confusion between executive and legislature over household tax which was initiated by the government to increase the budget allocated for services delivery. The assembly has rejected the plan, saying that citizens are not able to pay the tax due to welfare hardships they face. The ousted governor removed parliament speaker, deputy speaker and five other MPs and replaced them with new faces. Tong, who won confidence from the president, became fourth governor of Aweil state after Ronald Ruai, Yournew Wol and ...

At least five people have been injured in inter-communal violence in  former Aweil South county, currently Wathmuok area in Aweil state since over weekend. The conflict erupted after Aweil state government established Wathmuok as new Ajak Center County, said state government spokesman. Aweil South county Three main sections of Ajak, Kongdeer and Buonchuai have been in contest over the land for couple of years.  But the ongoing violence is between Ajak and Kongdeer meanwhile Buonchuai community remains silence without taking side, according to state government. Kongdeer community revoked operation of the new county headquarters and banned the area commissioner to assume the power. Five people were left with serious wounds from both sides. Speaking to Voice News Agency on Tuesday, Joseph Lual Deng, Aweil state information minister and spokesman for the state government, said the tensions broke out between Kongdeer and Ajak when Wathmuok became headqua...

citizens access clean drinking water  at the newly constructed water point in Malual Loc, Aweil North, many thanks to RACBO ( MALUAL LOC 11 APRIL)- Couples of citizens in South Sudan’s Lol State have applauded a humanitarian organization which installed water point in Malual Loc area, Aweil North. Recovery and Access to Commonly Best Optimism- South Sudan (RACBO-SS) has been implementing peace and community cohesion in partnership with UNDP with donation from the government of Sweden.    Targeted areas are Aweil North and Aweil West Counties respectively. The humanitarian agency in collaboration with its partners has been focusing on addressing conflicts among local communities. Supporting community inter dependency initiative to promote peaceful coexistence, Gender Based Violence, supporting women livelihoods to promote social cohesion and conflict mitigation among the communities are part of the project. Speaking to Voice News Agency on Tuesday, Aguak Diin...

The body of former Northern Bahr el Ghazal governor gen. Akot Deng Akot arrived in Malual North where burial is expected to take place on Friday. The gen. has passed away in Sudanese capital, Khartoum last week. Death details are not yet to be confirmed up to now. Speaking to Voice News Agency on Friday, Lol State police commissioner, Major General James Simon, confirmed the arrival of the fallen governor and said burial process is taking place at his hometown, Malual North.   Regional governments from Aweil East, Aweil State and Lol states gathered in honoring general Akot for his successful efforts in national building. On his part, Abraham Kawach Garang, youth representative in Malual North, said the death of general Akot is a great defeat to Malual community and South Sudan at large. He added that the passed should be remembered forever for his well-done job. “This morning we have received the body of fallen hero general Akot Deng Akot, after we received hi...

the Northern Bahr el Ghazal civil society organizations coalition said the community is facing too many problems in accessing clean drinking water across the region. land disputes is another main challenge affecting local communitities.  speaking to Voice News Agency on Friday, Santino Deng, representative of  civil society organizations, said it is their commitment to talk on citizens' behalf so that people may realize stability and progress. for more: check the attached copies.

Aweil civic engagement center that offers free internet and community development programs, has received about twenty-four pieces of solar panels from VISTAS, a USAID funded program in the Republic of South Sudan. Add caption Speaking to Voice News Agency on Monday, Angelo Uguak Arun, regional manager for USAID, said the organization is committed to continue the support to help the affected communities in South Sudan.

 (WAR-AYEN 26FEB)   The high command of political and military of the South Sudan Patriotic Movement/Army known as (SSPM/A) in a three day national convention held in War-Ayen, between 23-25 Feb. 2019,  has come up with resolution of removing and appointing new carders for the armed movement. South Sudan Patriotic Movement/Army  political and military leaders   Gen. Abdel-Bagi Ayii Akol   was elected to replace Costello Garang Riiny the founder of the South Sudan Patriotic Movement/Army. General Agany Abdel Bagi, the son of Abdel- Bagi, was appointed as new deputy chairman and chief of the general of South Sudan Patriotic Army. Other elected movement senior staff were Malong Majok Yor, Secretary General for the movement, while Malong Thiik elected as new spokesman for the movement respectively. Speaking to Voice News Agency on Tuesday in Aweil town, Malong Majok Yor, Sectary General for South Sudan Patriotic Movement/Army, co...

(AWEIL, SOUTH SUDAN Feb.21)Joint Border Peace Development Agency (JBPDA) announced restructuring its organs especially, executive and administrative Bodies. Constitution amendment is among other outstanding agenda for discussion.    The organization is well-known with its previous and current efforts in resolving conflict, promoting peace among border communities across borderlands between Sudan and South Sudan. The NGO has passed under different names since its formation in 198s during the civil war between the North and the South. In 2016, the NGO became national organization in the Republic of South Sudan.  general assembly of JBPDA meet to discuss constitution review& its future   Over 50 members of general assembly for JBPDA met in Aweil state  since Monday -Friday to discuss future of the organization in serving marginalized communities. Speaking to Voice News Agency on Thursday, Kawac    Wol Kuot, legal consultant and facilita...

Authorities at ministry of agriculture, forestry and animal resources in South Sudan’s Aweil state, announcing animal vaccination which started this week and will end in coming month. animal vaccination campaign in Aweil, South Sudan Speaking to Voice News Agency on Wednesday, Peter Jok Dut, director general for department of animal resources in the ministry, said the government and its partners are carrying out the vaccination campaign targeting over 120,000 cattle in the area. He confirmed the availability of the necessary vaccines against several animal diseases. Arab cattle are also be included in the campaign.

Pr. Malong Bak  of original Pentecostal church file photo Aweil state government agencies have arrested fourteen members of original Pentecostal church   since last week. The arrest came after a certain man claimed the church land ownership; a move forced state government to order demolition of the church in Hai Jenina in Aweil. Security operatives were deployed to crack down the church but faced high resistance from local community around the church and the attempt failed. Aweil state governor Jal Malith Jal and his deputy Simon Ober visited the scene and begged the church to relocate to any new place and leave the land for the claimed owner. Malong and his members were arrested after he received an invitation from state deputy governor to visit him to discuss on the matter, unfortunately, he and other members were jailed without proper procedures. Speaking to Voice News Agency on Wednesday at detention cells, Malong Bak Malong, pastor of the church...

The regional youth peace conference which started on Wednesday last week was officially concluded on Sunday in Aweil town. Over three hundred youth from different denominations including Muslims and African believe have turned up for the conference.  youth representatives attending the conference After full-five day’s conference, participants have come out with the some following recommendations:    Promotion of peace and reconciliation among local communities,   youth capacity building programs, opening of Northern Bahr el Ghazal University, roads and hospitals   construction among others. Speaking to Voice News Agency at closing ceremony on Sunday, Rv. Fr. Marko Mongu, Administrator of Wau Diocese Catholic Church, said he was happy to witness the closure ceremony and said the youth are eligible to receive skills because they are leaders of tomorrow. Speaking also at the event, Malual Alwa, representative of USAID international in Northern Bahr el...

(AWEIL 16JAN) Over three hundred youths from Catholic and other denominations in greater Northern Bahr el Ghazal region have attended five days conference at St George Catholic Aweil parish. On Wednesday, youth leaders from former Aweil West, Aweil East, Aweil North, Aweil South, and Aweil Center counties and have turned up for the event. youth representatives attending a five days conference in Aweil accredited (VNA ) The conference aims at improving youth capacity towards peace, development, and unity in the world’s youngest nation, South Sudan. Speaking at opening remarks, Gen. Dau Aturjong Nyuol, Commander of South Sudan Defense Forces’ Division 3 and representative of Aweil state governor, has appreciated Aweil Catholic church for conducting the event and urged the youth to embark of peace and education. Peace is paramount, said the Gen. When he was asked by the Voice News Agency rate value of peace amidst the current situations in the nation. Speaking a...

Sate ministry of health in collaboration with IRC has officially inaugurated two primary health care units in Ajak county few days ago. Aweil aerial photo,  google product Speaking to Voice News Agency  on Tuesday, Garang Wek, Ajak county commissioner, said it I was government request to the IRC international to establish the two health units to address community demands in  provision   of health services. The commissioner confirmed one is constructed in Majak Goi   while the other was placed in Amac- Ral the most populated payms lacking     health services for couple of years.