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Education takes the spotlight as UNICEF launches the Back-to-School Campaign, a powerful push to get kids back in class and make education a top priority for families across South Sudan. With a staggering 2.8 million children out of school, this campaign shines a light on their struggles, shares inspiring stories, and promotes solutions to break barriers. UNICEF's Young Reporter Desmon Kennedy is urging parents, communities and school authorities to make sure that every child makes it back to class in 2025.

After a month-long adjournment over the holidays, peace talks under the Tumaini peace process resumed in Nairobi on 23 January 2025, much to the relief of citizens following the proceedings closely. However, disagreements persist among parties on where and how to restart negotiations, leaving progress uncertain.With over 70% of South Sudan's population under the age of 30, youth remain the most affected by the conflict, bearing the brunt of war and its devastating impact on their futures. For some, the Tumaini Initiative represents a beacon of hope for a stable, peaceful nation that could unlock opportunities to rebuild their lives.Yach Garang gathers South Sudan’s brightest young minds to tackle a pressing question: What do they expect the Tumaini Initiative to deliver for their future and the nation? Yach is in conversation with: Catherine Charles Vitaliano Rambang Tot Deng Deng Kur Mading

Koch Agang - Chairperson of South Sudan Civil Society Alliance

Maura Ajak, a journalist and climate change advocate, with over 10 years of experience in journalism.. In 2020, she was awarded The Climate Change Award on East Africa Region by IGAD Climate Prediction Center (ICPAC). She has worked with numerous local and international media outlets, currently a freelancer with Al Jazeera Media Network.Her advocacy work focuses on the Environment & Climate, Justice, Youth, Culture and Arts, and Sports. On this episode she is in conversation with Radio Miraya's Lucy Kiden on advocacy and climate change.

South Sudan is set to boost its electricity supply by 40 megawatts and lower energy costs by the end of this month. The Undersecretary of the Ministry of Energy and Dams, Lam Tungwar says the increased capacity will come from two solar power plants - one operated by EZRA and another government owned facility in Nesitu.

Guest: - Clement Juma, NMC Chair and Founding Member of SSOA, and Member of the National Parliament.

Guests:- Augustino Ting, Director General of the National Bureau of Statistics

Guests: - PA Abu Baker Musiho: Anti-cattle Raiding Unit, UNMISS - Lt. Angelo Malual Akok: Coordinator of Transhumance (Livestock) Directorate of Border and Livestock Police-NPS - Hawas Aganas: Civil Affairs Officer, UNMISS

Guests: - Hon. Pout Kang: Senior Member of SPLM-IO - Hon. Moro Genesio: Spokesperson of SSOA - Hon. Albino Akol Atak: Minister of Humanitarian Affairs & Disaster Management

Guests: Paul Wani - UNMISS Political Affairs Officer

Guest:Guy Warrington - UK Ambassador to South Sudan

Guest: - Lado Wani Kenyi: Undersecretary of Ministry of Information, Community and Postal Services, and member of board of directors of South Sudan E-Services

Guests: - Dr. Idyoro Joseph Ojukwu-Vice president of the Association for Gynecologists and Obstetricians of South Sudan (AGOSS).- Jackline Mensona Bona- Ministry of Health Staff Social Behaviour Change communication - Paru Benard- Executive Director- Bringing Inclusive Development South Sudan (BRIDE-SSD)

Guests: - Mr. Jackson Ukello Akur – Deputy Chief for Social Statistics and NDSII National Coordinator - Mr Giir Mabior Cyerdit – Deputy Director: data and statistics unit - Atem Bul - Deputy Dean School of Mathematics, University of Juba

Guest: - Mohan Subramanian: UNMISS Military Force Commander

Guest: - George Lemi: NEC spokesperson.

Guests: 1. Helen Terso – SS Football Association 2. Dr. Salyi Samuel - SS Football Association

Guests: 1. Mr. Lothar Jaschke - Acting Head of Delegation EU Delegation in South Sudan 2. Amb. Paul Tholen - Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in South Sudan 3. Adut Christina - Woman Human Rights Defender

Guests: 1. Dr. Abraham Telar - Executive Director2. Sabri Wani Lado - Legal Advisor3. Noel Remasu - Director Internal and International Cooperation

This week saw the re-launch of the Tumaini Peace Initiative, with a renewed focus on prioritizing the implementation of agreements once reached. The parties involved in the ongoing talks here in Nairobi have reaffirmed their commitment to finding a sustainable peace agreement for South Sudan. As we look ahead, the question remains: Can the Tumaini talks deliver a peace agreement by Christmas, offering the people of South Sudan the most precious gift of all? Sani Martin hosted a panel at the Radio Miraya satellite studio in Nairobi to discuss this and more: Luka Biong, Academia. Rajab Mohandis, member of stakeholders and delegate of the People's Coalition for Civil Action (PCCA) who are stakeholders at the talks. Nagomoro Bridget, South Sudan Women’s Bloc.

Guests: - Lemi Thomas: Men4Women organization - Noah Bando

The Sudan’s people Liberation movement party -SPLM has raised concerns over what it says latest increase of misinformation targeting government and the party’s senior officials.Secretary General of the Party, Peter Lam told a press conference in Juba on Tuesday. December 3, that rumors through social media is sparking anxiety among the population.Nelson Lwak Report

Guest: Mahboob Rahman - UNAIDS Country Director

On 26 November 2024, the R-TGoNU launched the annual Governor's Forum that brings together state governors and Chief Administrators. The forum fosters dialogue in common areas of governance, economy, peace and coordination of service delivery. The Governors, Chief Administrators, national ministers and heads of national institutions gather to share experiences and challenges facing their respective sub-national governments and national institutions alike. The annual resolutions of the Governors’ Forum are aimed at improving the security, economic and humanitarian situation and overall governance in the states and administrative areas. Many of the previous resolutions from the forum remain unimplemented. So, what challenges are faced by the states and administrative areas? Join Yach Graang for this discussion. Guests: H.E Governor Francis Marial Abur, Warrap State H.E Governor Riek Biem Top, Unity state

Heavy gunshots were heard in Juba on Thursday, November 21st. Army spokesperson Major General Lul Ruai stated that the shooting was coming from the residence of the former Director General of the National Security Services (NSS) Internal Security Bureau, General Akol Koor Kuc. Ruai urged the public to stay calm, assuring them that the situation would not escalate.

Heavy gunshots were heard in Juba on Thursday, November 21st. Police spokesperson John Kasara urged the public not to panic and to remain calm during an exclusive interview with Radio Miraya.

Guest: - Dominic Wani: Information and Communications Officer in South Sudan Union of Persons with Disabilities

Guests: - Ochola Michael Ocakacon: Community action for change (CFC) Executive Director - - Amina Joyce: Executive Director for Agency for Humanitarian Assistance and Development (ARDF)

Guests: - Acuil Malith Banggol: Consultant and Researcher focusing on Public Policy - Magdalena Ihisa Tito Ohidong: Paramount Chief

Guests: - Mr. Michael Majok Director - General for Decentralization and Inter-governmental Relations, - Catherine Waliaula - Governance Advisor at UNDP

From November 25th to December 10th South joins the rest of the world in to raise awareness about gender-based violence, highlight the efforts of organizations and individuals working to end violence, and promote collective action toward creating safer communities for everyone, particularly women and girls. Guest: - Mwiinga Cheelo: UNMISS Gender Affairs Officer

The United Christian Assembly of Nations (UCAN) was established in 2013 and it’s a multi-national group of Christians from across the world who gather every Sunday. Besides the fellowship, the church is involved in several outreach activities including donations to Juba Orphanage, School Scholarships and a lot more.UCAN will be holding its annual Cantata on November 30. Guests: - Samuel Wambugu: UNMISS Judicial Affairs Officer. - William Deng Ayol: South Sudanese UCAN support beneficiary.

Guest: Akita Magret - Project Manager at Center for Research and Development in Population Health

Guests: UNICEF Young Reporters Programme Coordinator, Juan EvalynUNICEF Yung Reporters, Nuella Kaji and Randa Wani

Guest: Mary-Ellen McGroarty, the Country Director and Representative for the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) in South Sudan

A report released by the government and humanitarian agencies indicates that over six million people face serious food shortages.A senior emergency and rehabilitation officer with FAO, Dunja Dujanovic, says that food security in the country is deteriorating.

Guest: Dr. Ruot G. Teny

Guests:Independent Consultant and Public Policy Researcher – Acuil Malith Banggol, Founder of the PASS Forum (Policy Advocacy and Strategic Studies).Prime Minister (Baira Abanyaki) of the Azande Kingdom – Prince Tadeo Peter Sasa

Guests: Athieng Luelbai AbdalatifKoiti Emmily

Here's a revised version for clarity and flow: The Nyamlel Bridge will officially be handed over to the government, marking a significant milestone in infrastructure development for Northern Bahr-el-Ghazal State and the surrounding region. This project promises to enhance connectivity and foster economic growth for local communities. Guests: Hon. Prof. Simon Mijok Mijak – Minister of Roads and Bridges H.E. Timo Olkkonen – Ambassador, EU Delegation to South Sudan William Muchira – Infrastructure Project Manager, UNOPS South Sudan

Guest: Dr. Lam Akol Ajawin, the leader of the National Democratic Movement (NDM) and a member of the High-Level Implementation Committee in the RTGoNU

The Kenyan mediators of the Tumaini Peace Initiative have confirmed that peace talks between the South Sudanese government and opposition holdout groups will resume in Nairobi, Kenya, on Monday next week. This follows a meeting earlier this week between South Sudan President, Salva Kiir and President William Ruto of Kenya in Juba, where the Tumaini mediation team was given a two-week timeline to address the remaining issues. This was the discussion on Roundtable this week, Sani Martin hosted: Hon. Pagan Amum, Chairperson of the opposition hold-out groups and leader of the Real SPLM. Bishop Enock Tombe, Retired Bishop of the Anglican Church, representative of the faith-based groups and the South Sudan Council of Churches. Edmund Yakani, Executive Director, Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO)

The Reconstituted Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission (RJMEC) is calling on the Transitional Government to present a comprehensive, well-funded action plan with specific timelines and priorities to restore confidence and mobilize support from regional and international partners. RJMEC Chair, Major General Charles Tai Gituai, has expressed concern over the slow progress in implementing South Sudan's peace roadmap, which led to the recent two-year extension of the transition period, pushing elections to December 2026.

In this episode, we dive into South Sudan's livestock laws and regulations, exploring how these policies are designed to manage the country's vast livestock resources, estimated at 36 million animals. Police experts discuss key laws, including the Wildlife Conservation and National Parks Act, the Livestock Policy, Animal Health Regulations, and Livestock Marketing Regulations. They look at how these rules aim to safeguard animal health, regulate trade, and protect the environment through measures like Environmental Impact Assessments. The programme also examine the growing challenges posed by climate change on livestock quality and quantity. From heat stress and water scarcity to disease outbreaks and malnutrition, South Sudan's livestock sector is feeling the impact. In the studio, Irene Lasu is in conversation with: Lt. Angelo Malual Akok, Coordinator of Transhumance (Livestock), Directorate of Border and Livestock Police Police Advisor Abubaker Musiho, UN Police Anti-Catttle Raiding Unit Police Advisor Florence Danielle Lambiel, UN Police Anti-Cattle Raiding Unit