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Nineteen '19' year old woman committed suicide in Lakes State, Rumbek East County

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  The local police of Lakes State confirmed that a 19 year old woman committed suicide in the County of Rumbek East in the village of Meen-Wal and the police withheld the deceased name for unknown reason.  This is not the first time for the young girls to commit suicide in the State, the first case was reported to the authorities  two days ago after a young girl committed suicide in Wulu County.  While speaking to the Media, Police Spokesperson Maj. Elijah Mabor Makwach said that, the police are conducting thorough investigation on why there is a rampant rise of suicide amongst girls in Lakes State.  “We have recorded several cases of suicide with the most recent being a 19-year-old girl who committed a suicide in Meen-wal village in Rumbek East County and the investigation is still ongoing to identify the cause of the suicide because the cases are rising. Last week alone, two suicide cases were reported,” Maj. Mabor said.  Lakes State Police Spokesperson further said that, they have b
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Rebel Commander Killed in Rumbek

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Field commander of the armed opposition known as Pan African group operating in state is killed and his body was brought to Rumbek Hospital mortuary, Acting Governor of Western Lakes State announced Thursday. Lois Agum Ruben says the late commander, Anyar Anyar, was killed during fighting on Wednesday in Paloch County, north of Rumbek near Unity State, Radio Good News reports. The Acting Governor calls on the late commander’s colleagues and other armed opposition groups to respond to President Kiir’s amnesty and join the peace process. The official did not mention whether some soldiers from the two sides were among the death. Radio Good News could not reach the Pan African opposition group for comment by the press time. Retrieved From: CRN
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Wits University Of South Africa Invites South Sudanese Journalists to Attend Investigative Journalist Training

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Wits University South Africa South Africa will be hosting a number of Journalists from south who will participate in the Global Investigative Journalism training in Johannesburg. Anton Harber Head of Wits University says the event started on Wednesday mostly to support global networking on investigative reporting and many more aspect of reporting further he says the course indicates the importance of international collaboration that, supporting group work has become part of investigative journalism. Bringing the course for the first time to Africa is to highlight the interest and the best work of investigative journalism in the continent, Harber stresses. Wits University of Science Stadium South AAFrica The Investigative Journalism Programme at the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits University) offers courses in investigative and data journalism, organizes the annual African investigative journalism conference Power Reporting, manages fellowships and
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Rambo Aka Sylvester Stallone Accused of Rapping 16 years Old

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Sylvester Stalone Aka Rambo is denying allegation from a girl of 16 years of age who claimed that the actor and his body guard sexually assaulted her in 1986. This is the statement from the spokesperson of Rambo "This is a ridiculous, categorically false story," Michelle Bega, a spokesperson for the  Rocky  star, said in a statement to E! News. "No one was ever aware of this story until it was published today, including Mr. Stallone. At no time was Mr. Stallone ever contacted by any authorities or anyone else regarding this matter." Sylvester Stallone is well known for his acting roles like Rambo, Creed, Expendables, Guardians of the Galaxy 2 and many more movies. More to follow……
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Chelsea Football Club Star Batshuayi is Gay

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A strong rumours had been circulating on the social media that Batshuayi has told his Chelsea Football Club team mates that he is gay.  Here is a list of some Gay footballers: Ex-Aston Villa midfielder Tomas Hitzlsperger and Robbie Rogers, formerly of Leeds, both came out after leaving English football. Former Stoke and West Brom star Carl Hoefkens said last month he had played alongside three gay footballers, including two in England. He said: "I played alongside three gay footballers, including one who was a genuinely big name. They did not hide who they were in the dressing-room. More to follow................
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Abyei leaders welcome renewal of UNISFA’s mandate by UNSC

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UNMISS soldier in Abyei Administrators of Abyei welcomed the extension of United Nations Interim Security Force in Abyei or UNISFA for another six months. They say the presence of UNISFA in the region is crucial to keep law, order and provide security for civil population. Balabak Deng Kuol, Paramount Chief of Ngok Dinka welcomes the renewal of UNISFA mandate in the area. He says UNISFA’s presence in Abyei is crucial because they are the only law keeping agent in the area. Deng says UNISFA can still be there to protect civilians as they patiently look forward for the resolution of the final status of Abyei region. He suggests empowerment of UNISFA to enable the force crack on criminal activities. The Paramount Chief says several times criminals went unpunished because UNISFA does not have the mandate to persecute. Abyei Chief Administrator, Kuol Alor Kuol, also welcomes the renewal of the UNISFA mandate. He admits that UNISFA forces in A
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EAC postpones heads of state retreat on infrastructure and health financing

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The East African Community of EAC Secretariat announces postponement of Heads of State Retreat on Infrastructure, Health Financing and Development. Heads of State Retreat on Infrastructure, Health Financing and Development has been postponed announces the East African Community Of EAC Secretariat. The retreat was scheduled to take place on November 28 and 29 in Kampala, Uganda. The Secretariat in statement on Thursday says the postponement follows consultations and guidance from Chairperson of the EAC Heads of State President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni. It adds that EAC leaders are expected to attend African Union Heads of State-European Union Summit in Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire from November 29 to 30. The EAC body says the papers and registrations for participants and exhibitors received will retain an active status until the rescheduled date. The Secretariat greatly appreciates any support and understanding and apologizes for any inconvenience caused.
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Passport and National Identity Card Prices Reduce In South Sudan

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Sample of South Sudanese Passport The prices of South Sudan Passport and National ID has been reduced all over confirms the immigration department of South Sudan. The National Identity Card has been reduced from 630 to 260 and the Passport from 4010 to 2500 South Sudanese Pounds respectively confirms Captain Martin Edward Bagare.. Doris Zindo, Acting Director of Young Women Christian Association of South Sudan says the monthly forum is to find ways on how things can move positively for the benefit of the communities. She adds that the forum is to make strong link between the government, the civil society, and communities. More to follow….
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Pope Francis Rejects A Car Worth 22 Million Ksh As A Gift

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Ksh 22 million Lamborghini was offered to Pope Francis by the CEO of German Vokswagen CEO Mr. Stefano Domenicali, but the holiest of all and the man of God rejected the tempting offer point blank. Pope Francis and the Car that was given to him as a gift He did the unthinkable instead, he blessed the car in the name of the Father, the Son and of the Holy Spirit and asked the car to be auctioned and then the proceeds to be donated to help the Christians in the middle east. The pope has in the past rejected more the tempting offers presented to him, for example, the Argentina’s President Mauricio Macri’s attempt to donate over a million dollars to a charity backed by one of his most famous countrymen — Pope Francis — backfired earlier this week, when the Catholic leader  rejected  the gift apparently because the amount contained the number 666. More to follow…..
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Northern Bahr El Ghazal people expresses their readiness for the discussion to Join the National Dialogue. The people of Northern Bahr El Ghazal last month were consulted on problem facing South Sudan and the possible solutions, and they responded nicely and cooperated say Mr. Kuol Athiang Mawiel sub-committee Chairperson of the national dialogue.     He further added that the committee did not experience any interference or hostilities from the Northern Bhar El Ghazal States. He expresses happiness for the support Aweil community rendered to the committee during the consultation process.    Stephen Ajongo Akol, a member of the sub-committee, says the process went well. He adds that the people raised fundamental problems facing South Sudan and possible ways for resolving them. Members of The South Sudan National Dialogue Team A group of 5 National Dialogue sub committee went to Northern Bhar El Ghazal comprises of five people and eight technical officers.
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Imatong State New Cabinet Sworn In

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Imatong State Sworn in new ministers and members of state commissions as they took oath on Monday in Torit. This is the full list of the Ministerial positions: Margret Idwa Okuye for Information, Rueben Emmy Walter for Rural Development and Ongejuk Vitali Martin for Gender Child and Social Welfare.They also created a new slot of the advisor to the governor on Girl-Child Education Environment was also sworn into office. Governor Tobiolo Alberio Oromo State Governor Tobiolo Alberio Oromo directs the new members of the cabinet to adhere to their duties in delivering services to the people of Imotong. He further reiterated by saying that the reshuffle of the cabinet is a result of the newly created ministries by the presidential order. The only omitted position that eventually used to exist has been emitted which is: Advisor on Economy at the governor’s office and the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs no longer exists, he enlightens the public. Margret Idwa Okuye, ne
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80% Employment Opportunities Allocated To South Sudanese in The New Labour Law

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New Guidelines for employment has been enacted in Junub Sudan by the National Lawmakers on Tuesday and it has been pass into a bill, the new labour bill protects the National workers’ rights. According to the bill 80% of Junubin are to be allocated employment in the private sector. The law would preserve employment opportunities for many South Sudanese graduates in various public or private sectors, says Victor Omugo Ogide, Deputy Chairperson of the Labour and Public Service Committee in the assembly.    If the bill stays for more than a month from now and the president did not sign it then the bill will become a law automatic. Mary Hilary Wani, Undersecretary for Labour in the Ministry of Labour Public Service, admits that they have been using Sudanese Labour Law since the independence. She further added by saying that “It has been so challenging in dealing with foreigners while quoting a law of other country.”  Mrs Hilary says now that the law is out it will hel
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Yambio County Acquired A New Hotline Number To Combat Crime

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State Police Commissioner. A new mobile hotline to fight criminals and crime in Yambio has been introduce , the state police commissioner said. The new hotline no: 0954999666 is the new line that will be used to combat crimes Major General James Monday Enoka Said.   . The hotline is to help the people of Yambio in case they came face to face with criminals and this will enable to the police to respond promptly and offer assistant whenever necessary, the Major General Monday says the police and other organized forces in Gbudue State are ready to respond to any call from citizens at any time when they need help.    He further called upon the civilian population to offer full support to the police as the police will also support them in short what he meant is, they should be working hand in hand. An anonymous citizen commends the state government for introducing the hotline that will save many lives of civil population.   He also reiterate that the governm
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Zimbabwe Army Coup

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The Zimbabwe national army has successfully staged a coup which has led to President Robert Mugabe and wife to be placed under custody and the army can be seen patrolling the capital’s streets following a night of unrest that included a military takeover of the state broadcaster, Even Military tanks can be seen patrolling the road leading to President Mugabe’s Office in the capital Harare. The Army spokesperson said early on Wednesday that the military is targeting criminals who are shielding themselves around President Mugabe and he further reassured the citizens that order will be restored immediately. This is the statement from the military spokesperson ““We wish to make it abundantly clear that this is not a military takeover,” the army statement said. “We are only targeting criminals around (Mugabe) who are committing crimes that are causing social and economic suffering in the country in order to bring them to justice.” More to follow….
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