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Celebrating the birth of a Nation
By Yuggu Charles When officials of the Southern Sudan Referendum Commission announced the much awaited final results of the plebiscite, Southern Sudanese across the world popped champagne bottles to celebrate the birth of a new nation. Many of the Southerners...
Celebrating the birth of a Nation
By Yuggu Charles When officials of the Southern Sudan Referendum Commission announced the much awaited final results of the plebiscite, Southern Sudanese across the world popped champagne bottles to celebrate the birth of a new nation. Many of the Southerners...
February Edition of the People’s Voice
The February edition of the People’s Voice was published in the new state of South Sudan. Articles include stories on: …
Bashir praises Southerners for peaceful referendum
by staff writer Sudan President Omar Al-Bashir has endorsed the referendum results that have given Southern Sudan autonomy. President Bashir …
Southerners speak out on the big vote
By staff writer It was as hectic as it was exciting. After spending sleepless nights waiting for the big day, …
IDPS return home amid tough challenges
By Yuggu Charles Internally displaced persons (IDPS) who have been living in the North due to the civil war in …
Pomp as South Sudan launches $225 million highway project
By Richard Ruati Southern Sudan President Salva Kiir Mayardit and U.S. Consul General to Juba, Ambassador R. Barrie Walkley inaugurated …
Joy as Kapoeta Light up
By The People’s Voice Reporter A joint effort between the United States of America and the Government of Southern Sudan …
Communities set to benefit from fish farming
By Poni Jeremiah Fish farming in South Sudan has got a shot in the arm. The Department of Fisheries in …
Granny urges youths to obey societal norms
Rebecca Kadi, a 115-year-old grandmother is a legend in her community. A Fajulu by tribe, she was born in Lainya …
