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Rayvanny takes over South Sudan’s Independence Day
The Citizen
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Dar es Salaam. Tanzanian music sensation Rayvanny delivered a high-energy performance on July 9, 2025, as he headlined South Sudan’s Independence Day concert at the newly renovated Juba National Stadium. His arrival in Juba was accompanied by a...
Opinion| Unity and meritocracy: The foundation for a prosperous South Sudan
Radio Tamazuj
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July 11, 2025
On July 9, 2011, the world watched in awe as South Sudanese rejoiced and danced to the birth of a new nation, born from blood of millions of heroes and heroines that perished in the 21-years’ fight for independence. May their souls rest in eternal...
South Sudan’s “scars of conflict run deep” Cardinal Says, Highlights Church’s Role as “beacon of hope”
ACI Africa
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July 10, 2025
By facilitating such processes, he said, “we can embody Christ's message of forgiveness and healing, encouraging individuals and communities to move beyond mere retribution towards genuine restoration.” Cardinal Ameyu went to laud the role of...
Dr. Jose Chameleon: South Sudan built me, now I’m giving back
The City Review
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July 11, 2025
The music superstar, real name Joseph Mayanja, made the announcement before state officials, including the Acting Governor of Western Equatoria State, Daniel Badagbu, also promising a music school By Emmanuel Mandella In a passionate address...
South Sudan National Day
MENAFN
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July 10, 2025
(MENAFN- African Press Organization) Download logo On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I extend best wishes as the people of South Sudan mark their country's independence day on July 9. We reaffirm the friendship between...
Hardships for Orphans in South Sudan
Borgen Magazine
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July 10, 2025
TAMPA, Florida — Due to years of conflict and instability, South Sudan is facing an orphan crisis that is in urgent need of support. Millions of people have been displaced, leaving orphans in South Sudan uncared for and vulnerable to malnutrition...
Opinion| The South Sudan independence dream is only wounded, it is not dead
Radio Tamazuj
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July 10, 2025
Fourteen years ago, the people of South Sudan stood before the world with tears of pride and hope, not as rebels or refugees, but as citizens of a new republic. The flag rose into the sky on July 9, 2011, not merely as a symbol of sovereignty, but...
Sudan: Idris Government Faces Crisis Over Exclusion of Armed Movements
IOL
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Bayethe Msimang|Published 53 minutes ago 6min Once again, Kamal Idris, the army-appointed Prime Minister of Sudan, seeks to bypass escalating political divisions over cabinet appointments by unilaterally naming three new ministers - for Health,...
Unity and Meritocracy: The Foundation for a Prosperous South Sudan
PaanLuel Wël Media Ltd
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July 9, 2025
By Joe Mabor, Heidelberg, Germany Wednesday, 09 July 2025 (PW) — Fourteen years ago today, July 9, 2011, the world watched in awe as South Sudanese rejoiced and danced to the birth of a new nation – South Sudan- a nation born from blood of...
Ugandan artiste Chameleone seeks land to build music school in Western Equatoria
Radio Tamazuj
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July 11, 2025
Celebrated Ugandan musician Joseph Mayanja, popularly known as Jose Chameleone, has appealed to the Government of Western Equatoria State (WES) to allocate land for the construction of a music and arts school to nurture local talent. Chameleone...
Happy South Sudan Independence Day Anniversary 2025
Number One Citizen Daily
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July 9, 2025
By James Aniceto Batikayo I had the honor to attend the first peace talks in 2012 at Addis Ababa and the talks that culminated in the Revitalized Agreement on Resolution of Conflict in South Sudan (R. ARCSS) 2018. In this regard, I wish on this...
Today in History: South Sudan becomes an independent nation
Chicago Tribune - Illinois
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July 9, 2025
Today is Wednesday, July 9, the 190th day of 2024. There are 175 days left in the year. Today in History: On July 9, 2011, South Sudan officially became an independent nation. Also on this date: In 1850, President Zachary Taylor died of...
Beyond Sight; White canes unlock freedom for South Sudan’s visually impaired
Number One Citizen Daily
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July 9, 2025
By Kei Emmanuel Duku For many visually impaired individuals in South Sudan, daily life has long presented a daunting landscape of unseen obstacles, profound dependence, and often, isolation. Navigating bustling, unpaved streets, avoiding open...
South Sudan welcomes convicted deportees ‘in spirit of mutual respect’
Sudans Post
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July 8, 2025
Apuk Ayuel Mayen, Spokesperson, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation. [Photo: Courtesy]JUBA – The government of South Sudan has welcomed what the Donald Trump administration called “worst of the worst aliens” in the spirit of...
Message From The Chairperson Of The African Union Commission On Independence Day Of The Republic Of South Sudan
MENAFN
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July 9, 2025
(MENAFN- APO Group) The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, extends his warmest congratulations to the Government and people of the Republic of South Sudan on the occasion of their Independence Day. This day...
South Sudan’s Longest Cholera Outbreak Enters Critical Stage
Scoop
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Wednesday, 9 July 2025, 9:29 am Press Release: UN News 8 July 2025 The outbreak – which started in September 2024 and was confirmed a month later – comes amidst a protracted humanitarian crisis exacerbated by rising intercommunal violence, climate...
Israel to launch Save the Child’s Heart initiative in Juba
The City Review
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July 11, 2025
By Anak Dut The Israeli Embassy in Juba is set to launch another round of “Save the Child’s Heart” initiative aimed at providing treatment for children with heart problems in South Sudan. This treatment program will be conducted in both South...
Statement By Anita Kiki Gbeho, Deputy Special Representative Of The UN Secretary General, On South Sudan's 14Th Anniversary Of Independence
MENAFN
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July 9, 2025
(MENAFN- APO Group) As South Sudan approaches 14 years of independence, I reiterate the United Nations' ongoing support to the country and its people. This year's Independence Day offers South Sudan's leaders a renewed opportunity to prioritize...
Bee attack kills Chinese miner, injures three in Kapoeta South
Number One Citizen Daily
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July 11, 2025
By Kei Emmanuel Duku One Chinese has died and three nationals critical injured from a severe bee attack on Wednesday, in Kapoeta South County, Eastern Equatoria State. In confirmation, Kapoeta South County Commissioner, Paulo Lokole said the...
No official celebrations as South Sudan marks 14 years
Radio Tamazuj
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July 8, 2025
South Sudan on Wednesday marks its 14th independence anniversary in muted fashion, with no official celebration as the world’s newest nation grapples with economic turmoil and security tensions. The country’s economy is in crisis, with 92% of the...