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Eastern Equatoria bans foreigners from illegal mining and logging - Radio Tamazuj

The government of Eastern Equatoria state in South Sudan has banned foreigners from illegal mining and logging, citing significant security threats and the exploitation of natural resources. The decision was made during the state Council of Ministers’ regular session on Thursday and announced by Information Minister Elia John Ahaji. It specifically targets foreigners and non-indigenous individuals operating in state forests without official perm…Eastern Equatoria · Eastern Equatoria Read Article

E. Equatoria stakeholders dialogue on land, resources conflict in Torit - Radio Tamazuj

At least 65 stakeholders drawn from the eight counties and two administrative areas in Eastern Equatoria State on Tuesday commenced a three-day dialogue on land, natural resources-based conflicts, and pastoral issues in Torit. The multi-stakeholder dialogue, organized by the state peacebuilding ministry in partnership with the United Nations’ Food and Agriculture Organization (UNFAO) and UNMISS, with funding from the European Union (EU). The dia…Torit · Torit Read Article

Torit Council launches food import program to cut living costs

The Mayor of Torit Municipal Council has announced a new initiative aimed at easing the burden of high food prices by importing essential commodities to be sold to retailers at subsidized prices. Mayor Ohito Babtist said the local government has contracted several companies to bring in basic food items such as sugar, cooking oil, and flour, which will then be made available to local traders at wholesale prices. The goal, he explained, is to help…Torit · Torit Read Article

South Sudan: Civil society network creates action plan to enhance participation in political processes in Torit

South Sudan: Civil society network creates action plan to enhance participation in political processes in ToritTorit · Torit Read Article

MP raises alarm over cholera outbreak in Ikotos County

A member of the national parliament has raised alarm over a cholera outbreak in the eastern part of Ikotos County in Eastern Equatoria State, saying lives are being lost as health authorities struggle to contain the disease. Grace Abalang, a member of the National Legislative Assembly, told parliament on Thursday, October 16, 2025, that several villages in eastern Ikotos have been overwhelmed by the outbreak. She said the situation has gone beyo…Cholera · Eastern Equatoria Read Article

Governor Lobong says security normal in Kapoeta after armed attack in September

The Governor of Eastern Equatoria State says the security situation has returned to normal following last month’s armed attack on the National Security Service office in Kapoeta town. Governor Louis Lobong Lojore made the remarks yesterday after a meeting with President Salva Kiir in Juba. He said those behind the Kapoeta attack have been identified and are being pursued by security forces. Lobong also said political leaders who are parties to t…Eastern Equatoria · Eastern Equatoria Read Article

EES communities embrace constitutional review process

TORIT, Eastern Equatoria (Eye Radio) — Local communities in Eastern Equatoria State have welcomed the constitutional review commission and expressed strong eagerness to participate in drafting South Sudan’s permanent constitution. This positive sentiment follows the arrival of a team from the National Constitutional Review Commission (NCRC) in Torit last week to conduct civic education and public consultations. The NCRC launched its nationwide e…Torit · Torit Read Article

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Eastern Equatoria bans foreigners from illegal mining and logging - Radio Tamazuj

Torit Dialogue: Resource conflicts threaten stability in Eastern Equatoria

Torit mayor launches community-led road rehabilitation project

Eleven killed in clashes between Pibor and Kapoeta Youth

E. Equatoria stakeholders dialogue on land, resources conflict in Torit - Radio Tamazuj

Torit Council launches food import program to cut living costs

South Sudan: Civil society network creates action plan to enhance participation in political processes in Torit

MP raises alarm over cholera outbreak in Ikotos County

Governor Lobong says security normal in Kapoeta after armed attack in September

EES communities embrace constitutional review process

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Eastern Equatoria bans foreigners from illegal mining and logging - Radio Tamazuj

Torit Dialogue: Resource conflicts threaten stability in Eastern Equatoria

Torit mayor launches community-led road rehabilitation project

Eleven killed in clashes between Pibor and Kapoeta Youth

E. Equatoria stakeholders dialogue on land, resources conflict in Torit - Radio Tamazuj

Torit Council launches food import program to cut living costs

South Sudan: Civil society network creates action plan to enhance participation in political processes in Torit

MP raises alarm over cholera outbreak in Ikotos County

Governor Lobong says security normal in Kapoeta after armed attack in September

EES communities embrace constitutional review process