By Baraka John The Catholic Medical Mission Board (CMMB) on Saturday 25th August 2024 officially handed over new health facilities to the communities of Ezo, Naandi, and Diobio to enhance healthcare services in these regions, which have long struggled with inadequate medical infrastructure. Speaking at the handover ceremony Rose Obede, Director General at the State…
By Elias Ginana YAMBIO, WESTERN EQUATORIA STATE — The Diocesan Media House, Anisa FM Radio, operating under the Catholic Diocese of Tombura–Yambio, has successfully trained a new cohort of community reporters drawn from three parishes across the Diocese. The initiative, conducted in line with the pastoral directives of His Lordship Bishop Barani Eduardo Hiiboro Kussala,…
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…
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 Baraka John Bishop Barani Edward Hiboro Kussala of the Catholic Diocese of Tombura-Yambio has departed for Abidjan, Ivory Coast, to attend a major continental church gathering, following a brief stop in Juba where he joined fellow bishops for the groundbreaking ceremony of South Sudan’s National Pastoral Center. Before departing the country, Bishop Hiboro joined…
“Combatting Hate Speech is Key to Nation’s Future”, Says Mr. Stephen Darunga By Sr. Henriette Anne, FSSA At a workshop organized by Sun Rays Foundation (SRF) under the leadership of Mr. Simon Mikanipare on South Sudanese Peace and Leadership Mentorship Workshop, at Rosa Mystica Spiritual Center in Nairobi, Kenya, Mr. Stephene Darunga looking into social…
By Waure Eddy St. Peter Nursery and Primary School has officially launched a quality education initiative funded by Caritas Austria and implemented by the Integrated Community Development Organization in collaboration with the Catholic Diocese of Tombura-Yambio, bringing hope to a community where decades of conflict have devastated the education system. Gangura Payam, scarred by nearly…
By Sr. Laurencila Akinyi, FSSA. Reverend Deacon Tipoi Mark, a son of the Catholic Diocese of Tombura-Yambio who was recently ordained to the Diaconate in Italy, has written a heartfelt letter of thanksgiving and filial gratitude to Bishop Barani Eduardo Hiiboro Kussala, expressing profound appreciation for his formation and the Bishop’s visionary leadership in sending…
By Waure Eddy. The newly appointed chairperson of the Boda-Boda Association in Western Equatoria State, Mr. Christopher Badumoyosa, officially launched his county tour initiative in Nzara on Tuesday, marking the beginning of an ambitious effort to visit all ten counties across the state to unite motorcycle taxi riders around a shared vision of discipline, safety,…
By Baraka John Hundreds of Catholic faithful gathered in Ibba County on Tuesday to celebrate the feast of St. Charles Lwanga, honoring the Ugandan martyr’s legacy of faith and courage. The celebration took place at St. Charles Lwanga Parish, where Fr. Bie Emmanuel presided over a solemn Mass attended by parishioners, local community leaders, and…
