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UN-Backed Youth Peacebuilding Initiative Launched in Aweil - Radio Tamazuj

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UN-Backed Youth Peacebuilding Initiative Launched in Aweil - Radio Tamazuj

The South Sudanese government, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), and local partner Hope Africa South Sudan (HASS) launched a youth peacebuilding initiative Tuesday in Aweil, Northern Bahr el Ghazal State. The launch coincided with a two-day youth peacebuilding workshop, where officials urged participants to spread messages of peace and reconciliation in their communities. Pia Philip Michael, Undersecr…See the Story

Aweil West authorities apprehend man who shot, robbed motorcyclist - Radio Tamazuj

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Aweil West authorities apprehend man who shot, robbed motorcyclist - Radio Tamazuj

Police and local authorities in Aweil West County in Northern Bahr el Ghazal State have apprehended a suspect called Akech Kon Angok, who shot and robbed a motorcycle from a man he hired to transport him on 4 July. A local administrator who spoke to Radio Tamazuj on condition of anonymity because he is not authorized to speak to the press, confirmed that the suspect has been arrested for the shooting and robbing of a motorcycle taxi rider identi…Read Article

N. Bahr el Ghazal residents decry stifled freedom of expression - Radio Tamazuj

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N. Bahr el Ghazal residents decry stifled freedom of expression - Radio Tamazuj

Several residents of Northern Bahr el Ghazal State have raised concerns about being gagged from expressing pressing issues and criticizing officials in the state, citing the arrest of several activists in the recent past. Article 24 of the Transitional Constitution of the Republic of South Sudan grants the right to freedom of expression and a pluralistic media as fundamental human rights for all citizens. However, authorities have continued to s…Read Article

NBGS Governor briefs Presidential Security Advisor on border security

By Aguok Chok Northern Bahr el Ghazal State (NBGS) Governor, Simon Ober in his briefing to the Presidential Advisor on Security Affairs, Hon. Madut Dut Yel, on Monday, said there are emerging concerns that require joint efforts, despite the border regions of the state remaining relatively calm. According to the Governor, cross-border movement from Sudan and sporadic incidents of inter-communal tensions are the key emerging challenges affecting t…Border Security · Northern Bahr El Ghazal Read Article

Governor Ober to NBGS: Sustainable peace is the only path to real development

By Aguok Chok Northern Bahr el Ghazal State (NBGS), located in northwestern South Sudan, continues to grapple with developmental challenges rooted in its history of conflict, marginalization, and limited infrastructure. As a region still recovering from the effects of civil strife, the need for inclusive governance, unity, and peace remains critical to its path forward. Governor Simon Ober, who has positioned himself as a proponent of reconcilia…Northern Bahr El Ghazal · Northern Bahr El Ghazal Read Article

"I’ll release him" – Governor Uber reverses on jailed critic - Radio Tamazuj

Northern Bahr el Ghazal Governor Simon Ober Mawut has pledged to pardon activist Dut Kuot Akook, who was sentenced to 14 months in prison for defamation last month, amid accusations that the governor used state power to influence the court ruling. Kuot, an employee of the state’s finance ministry, was first arrested Feb. 26 and detained at a national security facility over an article criticizing the state government’s failures. In South Sudan, d…Uber · Northern Bahr El Ghazal Read Article

Aweil Centre commissioner accused of illegally detaining two farmers - Radio Tamazuj

Aweil Center County Commissioner Alakiir Dut Diing has been accused of illegally detaining two local farmers in an undisclosed location since May 30. Aweil Centre is located in Northern Bahr el Ghazal State. William Ngong Garang, a relative of one of the detained men, told Radio Tamazuj on Wednesday that his 24-year-old relative, Maduok Anguei, and another farmer, Athian Bul, 37, were taken by security forces and have not been seen since May 30.…Northern Bahr El Ghazal · Northern Bahr El Ghazal Read Article

N. Bahr el Ghazal: Tramadol abuse driving youth to crime - Radio Tamazuj

Activists in Northern Bahr el-Ghazal State have raised concerns over increasing drug abuse among local youth, particularly the misuse of tramadol, a prescription painkiller easily obtained at pharmacies, clinics, and hospitals in Aweil and other towns. Tramadol is a prescription opioid used to treat moderate to severe pain, including post-surgical pain, when other pain relievers are ineffective or not tolerated. Prolonged use can lead to depende…Northern Bahr El Ghazal · Northern Bahr El Ghazal Read Article

Critic of N. Bahr el Ghazal governor jailed for defamation - Radio Tamazuj

A critic based in Northern Bahr el Ghazal state, Dut Kuot Akook, who has been engaged in a legal battle with Governor Simon Ober Mawut, has been sentenced to 14 months in prison. Kuot, who has been working at the state’s finance ministry, was arrested on 26 February and detained at a national security facility on allegations of defaming the governor through an article which pointed out failures in the state government. Angelo Akuoc, a close frie…Northern Bahr El Ghazal · Northern Bahr El Ghazal Read Article

News blackout as 2 N. Bahr el Ghazal radios go off air - Radio Tamazuj

The residents in Northern Bahr el Ghazal State have expressed frustration as Akol Yam FM 91.0, which covers the whole state and some parts of Warrap State, went off air after its transmission tower was felled by storms on Sunday, barring citizens from getting news. The strong winds and rain also brought down the tower of Nhomlau FM in Aweil East County, Northern Bahr el Ghazal State, which stopped operations in 2020 due to funding shortages. Jos…Radio · Northern Bahr El Ghazal Read Article

Aweil North authorities probe death of man allegedly held in container

The Commissioner of Aweil North County in Northern Bahr el Ghazal state has launched an investigation into the death of a detainee who was allegedly held in a shipping container. Commissioner Deng Kuel Kuel spoke to Eye Radio on Monday, 2605/2025, from Gok Machar town of Aweil North County. He says 22-year-old Piol Deng Gak was found dead in a detention center on Sunday morning. “I formed a committee, and then the committee will inform me. So cu…Northern Bahr El Ghazal · Northern Bahr El Ghazal Read Article

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