13 Killed in Jonglei Clashes Over Disputed Fishing Ground.

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‎Jonglei State, South Sudan. At least 13 people have been killed and more than 20 others injured in renewed communal clashes between the Hol and Ayual communities in Jonglei State, officials confirmed on Thursday. ‎ ‎The deadly fighting broke out on Wednesday at Bioth-Agany Fishing Island, a disputed area between Duk and Twic East counties, after armed youth from the Hol community of Duk reportedly launched an attack on the island currently claimed by the Ayual community of Twic East. ‎ ‎Twic East County Commissioner Juach Arok Juach stated that seven people from his community were killed, seven others wounded, and four remain missing. He added that Hol youth are still occupying the area and tensions remain high. ‎ ‎On the other side, Duk County Commissioner John Chatim confirmed six deaths and 14 injuries among the Hol community.  ‎ ‎“We are urging our youth to cease fighting and allow the government to take over the matter and investigate. There must be accountability,” Chatim s...

Breaking News: Alcohol Sold In Sachets Banned In Yei River State.



The Mayor of Yei Municipality issued yesterday an order banning all alcohol sold in sachets. Most of this alcohol sold in sachets are imported from Uganda.  

Mr.  Alfati Morgan said those alcohol are cheap and tempting children to drink.  The statement came after a research showed some traces of iron in those sachets alcohol from Uganda.  

Further more he is urging the grownups to protect the children from taking those alcohol or any type of alcohol.  

Finally, he issued a warning to the people selling and buying the alcohol. Those found will pay 10,000ssp or face a 3 months jail time.  
 
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