“Priests Only Run Into Trouble When They Stop Saying Their Prayers”, Says Apostolic Nuncio Seàmus Patrick
By Seminarian Ndangi William Kamunde On the 21st of September 2024, the Apostolic Nuncio paid a pastoral visit to St. Paul Major Seminary Juba South Sudan, and reminded them to stick to their prayers to avoid running into trouble. “Priest only run it trouble when they stop saying their prayers”. In his homily during the…
Pastoral Outreach Message from Catholic Diocese of Tombura‑Yambio (CDTY): A Call to Healing, Unity and Collective Responsibility
One-Day Workshop on Peacebuilding & Peaceful Electoral Environment — 4 December 2025, Curia CDTYBy Sr. laurencila Akinyi, FSSA YAMBIO — At a one-day workshop convened on 4 December 2025 under the banner of Diocesan Justice & Peace Commission (DJPC) — the Western Equatoria “Peace Mouthpiece” — the faithful, community leaders, youth delegates and civil society…
Western Equatoria Youth Hold Intergenerational Peace Dialogue in Yambio
Dec 2–3, 2025 | Curia, Catholic Diocese of Tombura–Yambio (CDTY)Theme: “The Youth Who Build Peace, Build the Future” YAMBIO — Youth delegates from all ten counties of Western Equatoria State gathered at the Curia of the Catholic Diocese of Tombura–Yambio (CDTY) for a two-day Intergenerational Youth Peace Dialogue, a workshop aimed at strengthening youth leadership…
Bishop Hiiboro Returns from Ivory Coast After Participating in Major Caritas Africa Conference
By Baraka John The Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Tombura-Yambio, the Most Reverend Barani Eduardo Hiiboro Kussala, returned to the diocese on Thursday following a significant trip to Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, where he attended a major Caritas Africa conference. He was warmly welcomed upon his arrival by clergy, religious sisters, students, and diocesan staff….
Catholic Diocese of Tombura-Yambio (CDTY) Honors the Memory of “Veronica Anni and Mary Aurupai”
By Sr. Henriette Anne, FSSA In the heart of the Catholic Diocese of Tombura-Yambio, a profound sadness has settled over the community. The passing of two remarkable women, Hon. Veronica Anni and Miss Mary Aurupai, has left a void that cannot be easily filled. Yet, amid the tears and sorrow, there is a deep sense…
Transition at Catholic University of South Sudan: Bishop Hiiboro the Outgoing Chancellor Passes the Baton to Cardinal Ameyu and Bishop Christiano Amidst a Vision for Future Growth
By Sr. Henriette Anne, FSSA On Monday, 5th May 2024, the outgoing chancellor of the Catholic University of South Sudan (CUofSS) Rev. Dr. Bishop Eduardo Hiiboro Kussala after completing his terms of office successfully passed over the mantle to the incoming chancellor His Eminence Cardinal Ameyu Mulla the president of Sudan and South Sudan Catholic…
Fr. Sasa Urged Parishes, and Institutions to Create Safe “Heavens” for Displaced Families
By Sr. Henriette Anne, FSSA In an urgent plea for compassion and solidarity, Rev. Fr. Dominic Sasa, the Episcopal Vicar for Refugees, IDPs, and Migrants of the Catholic Diocese of Tombura-Yambio (CDTY), has called upon all parishes, institutions, and partners to extend their hands and hearts to those displaced by conflict and crisis. In his…
Community Forum in Yambio Builds Resilience Against Hate Speech and Conflict Narratives
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…
Bishop Hiiboro Kussala Receives Mahogany Seedlings as a Symbol of Environmental Stewardship
By Waure Emmanuel In a symbolic act that intertwines faith and environmental consciousness, His Lordship Barani Eduardo Hiiboro Kussala, the Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Tambura-Yambio (CDTY), received 12 mahogany seedlings from Mr. Anthony Zetti Martin. The gesture was welcomed with great appreciation and joy by the bishop, who regarded the seedlings as…