By Waure Eddy In a powerful solidarity and long-standing partnership, Deputy Chair of Trustees of Windle Trust International, Alistair Mack, delivered a heartfelt statement during his visit to Western Equatoria State, reaffirming the organization’s unwavering commitment to nurturing education and empowering teachers across South Sudan. “For nearly 50 years, we have stood with the people…
By Chieku Suzan More than 6000 refugees have arrived in South Sudan after fleeing renewed violence in the Central African Republic (CAR), a local community leader confirmed. Speaking to the media, Chief Joseph Masari said the refugees escaped heavy fighting in Bambuti, where intense gunfire and bombardment were reported. He noted that the group has…
Catholic Education Board Reviews 2025 Activities, Adopts Strategic Plan for 2026–2030 TOMBURA–YAMBIO — The Catholic Education Board (CEB) of the Catholic Diocese of Tombura–Yambio convened its final annual meeting of 2025 today, bringing together diocesan education officials, heads of Catholic institutions, and key stakeholders committed to the growth and strengthening of Catholic education across the…
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 Sr. Laurencila, FSSA. The Epiphany Sunday ordination Mass at St. Augustine Parish in the Diocese of Tombura–Yambio was marked by a powerful call for holiness, unity, and social transformation as candidates for the Diaconate and the Holy Priesthood were urged to become living signs of hope during the Church’s Jubilee Year of Hope. Preaching…
By Baraka John The director of the Catholic Organization for Development and Peace (CODEP) has called for urgent humanitarian support to thousands of displaced populations sheltering at the UNMISS compound in Tombura County, as a fresh wave of inter-communal violence broke in Tombura County. Fr. Charles Mbikoyo, said the renewed violent conflict has displaced…
By Waure Eddy Curia, Tombura–Yambio — Choir members drawn from various parishes within the Central Deanery of the Catholic Diocese of Tombura–Yambio gathered on Friday evening at the Bishop’s residence in the Curia for a special Christmas song sampling event, marking the start of preparations for the Christmas season. The colorful and prayerful gathering brought…
Hope and new life filled the air today as St. Theresa Mission Hospital officially launched the construction of its first-ever Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), a groundbreaking step toward saving the most fragile and precious lives: newborns. The solemn and joyful event was presided over by Barani Eduardo Hiiboro Kussala, Bishop of the Catholic Diocese…
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…
The Catholic Diocese of Tombura-Yambio is deeply saddened to announce the passing on of our beloved priest, Father Charles Tombe, who departed early this evening, Monday, September 23, 2024, at around 7:30 PM at St. Theresa Nzara Hospital (Western Equatoria State). It has been just a quick illness and this morning he was rushed to…
