South Sudan Is Bigger Than Any One Leader”: Bishop Hiiboro Calls for Peace, Credible Elections and Responsible Leadership
By Sr. Laurencila Akinyi, FSSA. Bishop Barani Eduardo Hiiboro Kussala of the Catholic Diocese of…
South Sudan Is Bigger Than Any One Leader”: Bishop Hiiboro Calls for Peace, Credible Elections and Responsible Leadership
By Sr. Laurencila Akinyi, FSSA. Bishop Barani Eduardo Hiiboro Kussala of the Catholic Diocese of Tombura-Yambio, who also serves on the Interparty Dialogue mediation team, has called on South Sudan’s political leaders and citizens to place the common good above partisan interests as the country approaches its forthcoming elections. The remarks were given in an…
African Bishops Express Filial Closeness and Prayers for Pope Leo XIV Ahead of Surgery
By Sr. Laurencila Akinyi, FSSA. The Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM) has expressed heartfelt closeness and prayerful solidarity with Pope Leo XIV as he prepares for forthcoming surgery, assuring the Holy Father of the continent’s fervent prayers and spiritual communion during this delicate period. Cardinal Fridolin Ambongo, Archbishop of Kinshasa and…
Catholic Diocese Honors Episcopal Church’s 50th Jubilee with Symbolic Gift and Message of Unity
By Sr. Laurencila Akinyi, FSSA. The Catholic Diocese of Tombura-Yambio has extended heartfelt congratulations to the Episcopal Church of South Sudan on its historic 50th Jubilee celebration in Yambio, September 9, 2026, presenting a symbolic bicycle as gift representing the balance, unity, and collaborative effort required for the Church’s ongoing mission. Bishop Barani Eduardo Hiiboro…
St. Michael Parish Naziragbe Raises 9 Million SSP Toward Church Construction
By Waure Eddy. St. Michael Catholic Quasi Parish in Naziragbe 1 has raised 9 million South Sudanese Pounds during a fundraising event Sunday, October 4, 2026, to support completion of its church building currently at the roofing stage. The fundraising was organized to mobilize resources for completing construction delayed by financial challenges. The parish estimates…
Former Deputy Governor Renews SPLM Membership, Donates 500 Party T-Shirts
By Waure Eddy. Dr. Gaaniko Kennedy Baime, former Deputy Governor of Western Equatoria State and former Undersecretary in the National Ministry of Health, has formally renewed his membership with the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) as part of the party’s nationwide membership renewal exercise ahead of December 2026 General Elections. Baime renewed his membership Thursday…
Catholic Diocese of Yambio Gathers Educators for Day of Reflection and Renewal at Don Bosco Parish
By Sr. Laurencila Akinyi, FSSA. The Catholic Diocese of Tombura-Yambio has brought together teachers, catechists, and Parish Pastoral Council members for a day of reflection, prayer, and spiritual renewal at Don Bosco Catholic Parish in Manguo. The gathering provided diocesan educators and faith leaders opportunity to strengthen collaboration, deepen faith commitments, and renew dedication to…
Sudan and South Sudan Bishops Call for Peace, Justice, and Reconciliation on International Day of Peace
By Sr. Laurencila Akinyi,FSSA. The Sudan and South Sudan Catholic Bishops’ Conference has issued a joint appeal on the International Day of Peace, September 21, 2026, calling on political leaders, citizens, and faith communities across both nations to invest in peace grounded in justice, dignity, and genuine reconciliation rather than merely the absence of conflict….
Bishop Abangite College Honors Late Founder with Anniversary Mass
By Waure Eddy. Bishop Abangite College of Science and Technology held a commemorative Holy Mass on Friday to honor the life, legacy, and contributions of Bishop Titarani Joseph Gasi Abangite, marking the 12th anniversary of the pioneering bishop’s passing. The celebration brought together government officials, clergy, religious communities, women, youth, and students in recognition of…
Diocese of Tombura-Yambio Completes Diocesan Family Structure with Launch of Three New Associations
By Sr. Laurencila Akinyi, FSSA. The Catholic Diocese of Tombura-Yambio has announced the formal establishment of three new diocesan organizations: the Catholic Men Association (CMA), Catholic Women Association (CWA), and Diocesan Missionary Children Movement (DMCM), marking completion of comprehensive structures uniting all age groups and genders in shared faith and mission. Bishop Barani Eduardo Hiiboro…
Bishop Hiiboro Reflects on Legacy of Pioneering Bishop Gasi as Diocese Seeks to Advance His Vision
By Sr. Laurencila Akinyi, FSSA. As the Catholic Diocese of Tombura-Yambio commemorates the 12th anniversary of Bishop Joseph Abangite Gasi’s passing, Bishop Barani Eduardo Hiiboro Kussala has reflected on the pioneering bishop’s enduring legacy and called on the contemporary Diocese to continue the missionary, developmental, and educational vision that defined Gasi’s 34-year ministry. In an…
