By Waure Eddy The Catholic community in Yambio came together in joy and thanksgiving as Rev. Fr. Charles Mbikoyo celebrated his 18th anniversary of priestly service. Fr. Mbikoyo was ordained on December 2, 2007, by the late Bishop Joseph Gasi Abangite. Since then, he has devoted his ministry to serving God and the people with…
By Waure Eddy Fifty Participants from diverse backgrounds gathered in Yambio for a one-day community forum focused on strengthening resilience against hate speech and conflict-driven narratives. The event, organized by Digital Rights Frontline (DRF) based in Juba, follows a similar training held in September on combating harmful information across South Sudan. Hate speech, misinformation, and…
By Alex Bimo MUNGUO / Maridi — Joy and celebration filled Munguo Catholic Parish on Sunday, 30 November 2025, as ninety-four Christians received the Sacrament of Confirmation in a vibrant ceremony presided over by Eduardo Hiiboro Kussala, bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Tombura-Yambio (CDTY). The event — described by parishioners as one of the…
By John Baraka, The long-awaited National Examination for the year 2025, has officially commenced across South Sudan, marking a significant moment for students, teachers, and education stakeholders throughout the country. This year, more than 44,000 candidates have registered to sit for the South Sudan Certificate of Secondary Education (SSCSE), a milestone that demonstrates the growing…
By. John Baraka RII-YUBU, SOUTH SUDAN — A historic milestone was reached today in Rii-Yubu as 42 students sat for their National Examinations at Franz Bracht Secondary School—the first time such exams have ever been held in the area. Among the 42 candidates, 38 are students of Franz Bracht Secondary School, while 6 candidates joined…
By Sr. Laurencila Akinyi, FSSA. YAMBIO, South Sudan – In a powerful pastoral letter addressed to a nation grappling with the aftermath of conflict and displacement, the Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Tombura-Yambio has declared the coming Advent season a pivotal moment for spiritual and social rebuilding, tying it directly to the Pope’s Jubilee…
By. Sem. Peter Wandu Gabriel . Today marked the official closing of the first semester and the beginning of the holiday for all seminarians. The occasion included remarks and guidance from various administrators and guest of honour. Rev Fr Thomas Bagbiowia Vicar General CDTY. The first to address the congregants was Rev. Fr. Assisi who…
Akorogbodi witnessed a moment of grace, joy, and historical significance today as Barani Eduardo Hiiboro Kussala, Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Tombura–Yambio, laid the foundation stone for the new Resident House of the Missionary Servants of the Needy (MSN), a congregation originally from Nigeria but now fully serving and rooted within our diocese. The…
By Baraka John The Sustainable Initiative for the Future Kinasidu Africa (SIFA), the investment and development arm of the Catholic Diocese of Tombura-Yambio (CDTY), officially welcomed its newly appointed Chief Executive Officer, Hon. Joseph Tindiri, during a brief ceremony held in Curia on Wednesday, November 26, 2025. Hon. Tindiri assumes office following his appointment on…
By Sr. Laurencila Akinyi, FSSA As pupils and pupils across South Sudan continues with their Primary Leaving Examination and students prepare to sit for National Examinations, bishop Eduardo Hiiboro Kussala of the Catholic Diocese of Tombura–Yambio (CDTY) shared a message of encouragement and spiritual support to all pupils and students In a pastoral letter dated…
