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President Kiir addressing the officers.

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H.E Kiir Swears in Police Officers

By Deng Michael

t least sixteen senior officers of customs were last week re-instated into active services and 119 Rabat University Police officers from batch No 60, 61 and 62 re-commissioned into the South Sudan Police Service under the Presidential Decrees No. 41/2011, 44/2011, 45/2011, 46/2011. The newly instated police officers were sworn in before the President of the Republic H.E. Gen. Salva Kiir Myardit in a special ceremony organized by the Ministry of Interior at Police Headquarters in Buluk, Juba. The re-instated and re-commissioned officers were serving under the Republic of Sudan authorities but are now reorganized into the South Sudan Police services. After the ceremony President of the Republic and Commander-in-Chief of the South Sudan Police forces addressed the newly sworn in officers and congratulated them for the qualifications and experiences they have. President Kiir directed the re-commissioned police officers to use the knowledge they have politely with their colleagues in implementing the law of the land and urged them to double their efforts in ensuring that the police build cordial working relationships with the citizens.

Hon Magaya addressing the officers. President of the Republic further revealed that some criminals were hiding themselves in police uniforms and destabilizing the citizens. He directed the police forces to take citizens’ protection as their top priority. H.E. Kiir also directed the police to be empowered and carry out their duties in protecting the borders of South Sudan. The minister for Interior Hon. Alison Mani Magaya explained that when he joined the ministry he found no clear guidelines for the reformation of the police forces. He said the ministry with the support of the partners will reshape the image of the police and restore peace and stability in South Sudan through intensive training. Hon Magaya revealed that the re-instated batches will be deployed in all the ten states. The Deputy Minister for Interior Gen. Salva Mathok said that new units in South Sudan Police will be established soon; among them are border protection and oil protection units. Gen Mathok called on the President to support the establishment of these units by adding them into the 2012 budget.

President Kiir addressing the officers.

Some of the re-instated officers

South Sudan women parliamentarians visit Uganda parliament By Kabaliisa .P.

omen MP’s from the South Sudan Parliament last week visited the Ugandan Parliament to discuss and interact with their fellow female Parliamentarians Including the Speaker of the Ugandan Parliament Hon Rebecca Kadaga, the 1st female parliament speaker in Africa. The 17 women MP’S who were supported by Women International Cross Cultural Exchange (WICCE), ISIS and invited by the Women Parliament Association of Uganda. The Visit was aimed at equipping the Parliamentarians on the Procedures and Operations of the House and to equip them with the necessary knowledge to check on the powers of government organs so as to ensure that services are delivered to the people. Hon. Mary Apayi Ayiga, Mp for constituency 26 Central revealed that this meeting had helped them share experiences in regard to women empowerment. Among the issues the Mp’s vowed to fight include the fight against increased rates of rape “we are going to

fight rape in South Sudan”. Said Hon Mary. She further thanked the Ugandan parliament for giving them a chance to learn more citing the fact that the countries have shared a lot in common in regard to social injustices on women. “You know you have to learn from your neighbors that’s why we chose to come to Uganda and it’s our sister country too” she added She further thanked the Ugandan woman MP’s for treating them well and being hospitable. “You know you have to learn from your neighbor that’s why we chose to come to Uganda and it’s a sister country” she said. “We have no words to say because Uganda has welcomed us well we can’t thank you enough because we have been shown love by Ugandans” On speaking to Active Nation the MPs said they have learnt a lot from Uganda and are going to implement what is right and fit to develop their country since it’s still young they see a bright and wonderful country. “I see a wonderful south

Sudan in the next five years because of what we have learnt from the women parliamentarians in Uganda. Thanks to Hon. Nabila who talked of S.Sudan having SACCOs for money saving, which is good idea”. Said Hon. Hannah Lona Bona chairperson information culture, youth and sports West Equatorial state. About education in S.Sudan the Honorable MPs have a vision of promoting quality education in their country especially the girl child education which has been neglected since from the time of the war which led to early marriages through forced marriages

“we have to make sure that equal education is fostered because most women are not educated” said Hon.Angella Achiro Onorio MP East equatorial legislative state. Hon. Mary Elias MP geographical Central Equatoria legislative state and chairperson information parliamentary affairs, Acknowledged that through extensive support to the women the Government is indirectly supporting the country said ‘’I fought the war and it has inserted in me that politics is the one that changes the live of people and you have to be with a political will so as to help your country develop” said Hon Ayiga.

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New weapons seized from South Sudan rebels By Agency

elatively new Chinese weapons have been seized from rebel groups in South Sudan, according to the Small Arms Survey research organisation. Arms captured from rebel fighters loyal to both Peter Gadet and George Athor included Chinese Type-56-1 assault rifles. South Sudan has repeatedly accused Khartoum of backing southern rebels in an attempt to destabilise the oil-rich nation, which became independent in July. Khartoum denies that it arms rebels in South Sudan. However, the fact that large number of the same weapons were seized from both groups indicates that the arms could have been acquired from outside South Sudan, a recent Small Arms Survey (SAS) report says. Since Gadet’s spokesperson posted videos on the internet showing off their new Chinese Type-56-1 assault rifles in June, Gadet has given up his armed insurgency and rejoined the South Sudanese army (SPLA). The quantity of new weapons in the video is unusual for non-state groups in South Sudan, the Genevabased research organisation says, adding that it is continuing clarify the origin of the weapons and how they got into the hands of rebel groups in South Sudan. Despite an amnesty offer from South Sudan’s president, Athor, who rebelled after loosing his bid to became governor of Jonglei

state in 2010, has not rejoined the SPLA. Athor is the most senior figure to have rebelled against the Juba government, having once been a minister in South Sudan’s cabinet. ’Between February and March 2011 the Sudan People’s Liberation Army (SPLA) engaged militarily with George Athor’s forces on multiple occasions. In clashes along the border of Upper Nile and Jonglei states in March 2011 the army seized anti-tank mines, assault rifles, light and heavy machine guns, rocket-propelled grenade (RPG) launchers, and their requisite ammunition,’ says the SAS report published on 20 October. The Small Arms Survey witnessed the materiel seized from Gadet’s forces

in Bentui in April this year, after the SPLA captured the weapons on 17 March during fighting in Riyak payam[district] of Mayom county. Mayom county, which is in the western part Unity state was where Gadet based his South Sudan Liberation Army in his aborted attempt to overthrow the Juba government. The Small Arms Survey also documented: ’Four relatively new Chinese-manufactured Type-80 general-purpose machine guns (copy of the Russian PKM), seized by SPLA forces during fighting in Riyak payam, Mayom county, Unity state. Identical models were seized from Athor’s forces in Jonglei state in the same month.’ ERITREAN LINK? The report also found that ammunition seized from

Athor’s forces was identical to rounds bearing the same lot number from Ogaden National Liberation Front (ONLF) forces in Somalia in September 2010. The ONLF are reported to have been supplied by Eritrea. The report said that the discovery raises ’questions about possible Eritrean relationships with Khartoum and/or Athor.’ DARFUR Ammunition, which the Small Arms Survey believes was produced in Sudan was seized ’in large numbers from Athor’s forces in Phom Zeraf, Jonglei state and from Gadet’s forces in Riyak Payam, Mayom county, Unity state. Sudanese government forces in Darfur have used similar varieties bearing different headstamps.

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South Sudan’s interior minister calls for responsible journalism, as acts against the press By Deng Micheal

outh Sudan’s minister of internal affairs, General Alison Manani Magaya asked members of the country’s media to carry out “responsible” reporting in the aftermath of various acts against the press by the new country’s security services. Magaya was addressing reporters outside South Sudan’s council of ministers in response to incidents of politicians using the police to arrest journalists without proper charges. Oliver Modi, the chairman of the Union of Journalists of Southern Sudan, told the Committee to Protect Journalists last month that there have been eight attacks against the press in South Sudan in 2011. CPJ’s report says that ‘local journalists fear the former rebels turned government officials still harbor a war mentality that is unaccustomed to criticism, and that they are not prepared to extend the freedoms they fought hard to attain.’ The interior minister tried to allay such concerns by describing the media as “partners in development,” but asked journalists to work “thoughtfully,” to follow professional standards and the constitution. However, the freedom and independence of media industry is not clearly stated in the transitional constitution, which came into being on 9 July, when the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) became the ruling party of South Sudan as an independent country, having governed the region since a 2005 peace deal. The minister warned that, “This is a very crucial period; it is a period when you have international community watching the new country embark on nation building.” Human rights activists and some academics say the lack of clear legislation is hindering the development and performance of the media in South Sudan. Minister Magaya told the journalists to be “mindful” of bribes and people seeking

undue influence over the media. He urged journalists to put South Sudan’s interests ahead of personal, institutional or political gain. The minister advised, “Whatever you write must be only facts and nothing more. You need show loyalty to your country and not parties or individuals. Parties come and go but a country remains for generations.” The minister reminded the journalists of their roles in the society, urging them to be aware of the fact that the media plays a very important role in the maintenance of peace and security and the international image of South Sudan. There have been many acts against press freedom this year and since South Sudan’s independence in July. Last month the editor in chief of The Citizen newspaper, Nhial Bol, was arrested and briefly held by police before being released without charge following his newspaper’s investigation into the business dealings of a Warrap state minister. Earlier this year Bol was taken into custody and had a gun pointed in his face by a police officer in Juba, who said his writing had “spoiled” the image of South Sudan’s SPLM dominated government. Magaya, however, said that the media and the government are partners in development and should not see each other as as rivals or competitors. “Whatever you write always […] think of South Sudan first, read your report and then ask yourself if this goes out does it have any implications on me as an individual, the country or the individual I am writing about? Once you are able to decide this, then you go ahead.” PEACE AND SECURITY The interior minister also underscored that the maintenance of peace and security is a collective responsibility of all South Sudanese, stressing that there cannot be any meaningful development without peace and security.

South Sudan oil production seen shrinking by half: IMF Washington,U.S

he International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Wednesday sounded the warning bell to South Sudan saying that the newly established nation will soon see diminishing oil production levels in less In its report on oil exports in Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan and Pakistan (MENAP) the IMF noted that South Sudan relies on oil for 98% of its revenue making it almost entirely dependent on crude exports. “[B]ut [South Sudan] faces a potentially rapid decline in production as known reserves dwindle,” the report said.

South Sudan officially became an independent state last July after its citizens voted almost unanimously in favor of secession from the north during the referendum held last January. Prior to the country’s breakup, north and south Sudan split oil revenues by almost 50% per the 2005 peace agreement. Southerners were hoping that separating from the north will give them full control over their oil wealth particularly amid allegations that the north was underpaying the south its share. But landlocked South Sudan cannot export its oil except through the pipelines run-

ning through the north all the way to Port Sudan on the Red Sea. The two countries are still negotiating on the fair fee that should be assessed for using the north’s infrastructure. Khartoum said that it wants a deal reached by the end of October warning of other options if that doesn’t happen. The north is encountering severe economic challenges with the loss of the south’s oil fields and needs a steady source of income and hard currency. The IMF said that oil production in South Sudan “already started falling from its 2009 peak of about 360,000 barrels per day

and, barring new discoveries or improved recovery, it is likely to halve by 2020”. To prepare for this South Sudan must take measures that would maximize benefits created by the oil wealth. “Thus, there is a small window of opportunity to put the oil windfall to good use. However, given absorptive capacity constraints, investment must take place gradually while the oil wealth is saved and capacity improved. An immediate challenge is for the country to establish the credibility of its macroeconomic policy framework, including monetary operations” the

IMF said. South Sudan produces around 300,000 bpd and since independence has contracted oil sales worth $2.14 billion. Despite having a per capita income of $1,000, more than twice the average of its neighbours, South Sudan is totally underdeveloped and has less than 100 km of paved roads. “Its human and physical

capital levels are extraordinarily low, and literacy and road density rates rank below those of neighboring countries despite higher income levels,” the IMF said in its latest regional outlook released last September. South Sudan needs to establish immediately “the credibility of its macroeconomic policy framework, including monetary operations,” the IMF said

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South Sudan political parties endorse party bill

Japan inaugurates Primary School project in CES By, Lobuga Joseph lagu

Political parties leadership forum endorsing the parties draft bill

By Alupo Sarah

olitical parties in South Sudan have endorsed a draft bill that will provide for establishment of a council to register and regulate them in the newly independent nation. All the political parties including the ruling party, the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM), which were previously registered in Khartoum before the country split in July this year, are required by the would be law to register afresh in South Sudan. The minister of Justice, John Luk Jok, on Wednesday presented the draft bill during a one day conference of the parties’ leadership forum in Juba. The act provides for establishment of Political Parties

Affairs Council (PPAC) to register and regulate political parties within the Republic of South Sudan in addition to catering for other administrative matters. The bill was drafted in accordance with provisions of the Transitional Constitution, 2011 which grants national government exclusive legislative and executive powers over regulation of political parties. The conference was chaired by the Vice President and deputy chairperson of the SPLM, Riek Machar Teny. During his opening and closing remarks, Machar stressed the importance of establishing an independent body to register and issue certificates to the political

parties. PPAC shall also maintain records of registered political parties and demand that all parties comply with the transitional constitution, laws, regulations and obligations set forth in the act. It shall comprise of nine nonpartisan members including the chairperson who will be nominated by the President of the Republic of South Sudan and endorsed by the national legislature. The would be law prohibits all civil servants, judges and organized forces from membership of any political party. The bill will be presented to the Council of Ministers for approval and then to the national legislature to finally endorse it.

Asian Investors Explore Investment in South Sudan By Komakech Ivan

oreign investors from Hong Kong visited South Sudan and met Jemma Nunu Kumba, the Minister of Housing and Physical planning to discuss investment opportunities in South Sudan. The investors also met with various ministries from the government of South Sudan. Johnny Hon, the chairman of Global Group (GG), said the opportunities they want will not only dwell in the oil, gas, but housing and hotels. We want to hotels here in Juba to meet international standard. This will be achieved by upgrading and constructing more,” said Johnny The chairman stated that they will further discuss with the Ministry of Housing, Petroleum and find out the key priority

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investment potentials. Regarding their operation in Africa, he said that it’s yet their first time to come to Africa and that it is great. The delegation was headed by Baroness Caroline Cox of the British House of Lords. She said the visiting investors from Hong Kong are people with integrity who have been involved in many investment deals in Asia and were successful. Cox added that she is happy with the independence of South Sudan as she personally witnessed the suffering of the people during the 21 years of the war. Meanwhile Jemma Nunu Kumba, the national Minister of Housing and Physical Planning assured the foreign investors of support. “The government will

support and facilitate foreign investment so that we attain the best technology,” said Jemma Nunu. The Minister pointed out that South Sudan has the best investment policy and called on other investors to exploit the huge opportunities. She commended Baroness Cox, who is also the head of Humanitarian Aid Relief Trust, a charitable organization that has helped South Sudanese. Pearl Oriental Innovation Ltd, Global Angels Ltd and Global Group Capital management Ltd were part of the delegation. South Sudan has been targeted by investment firms since many of its natural resources remain untapped with exception of oil.

handover ceremony was held in Central Equatoria State to inaugurate a human development project funded by The Government of Japan, through Grant Assistance for Grass-Roots and Human Security Projects (GGHSP). The ceremony was held in Bungu village, Bungu Locality to inaugurate a newly reconstructed primary school. Mr. Akinori Wada, Ambassador of Japan to Sudan and Mr. Manase Lomule, Deputy Governor of Centreal Equatoria State and State Minister of Education and Instruction, Micahel Tongun, State Minister of Cooperative and Rural Development, and Tomas Peter Gore, Commissioner of Juba County attended the celebration to launch the new primary school in the presence of the school teaching staff and students with their families. The Bungu Village School, which was Established in 1932 is one of the oldest schools in the history of education in South Sudan,the school carries special meaning and responsibilities in regard to the education of future generations and development in South Sudan Ambassador Akinori said that one of the goals of the Japanese socio-economic development assistance in South Sudan is to secure the basic human needs including providing proper educational environment and facilities. The Government of Japan extended US$ 189,086 grant for the construction of the school in Bungu village. This grant was used to construct 4 classrooms, 1 hall and pit latrines with more than 250 students expected to study at the school. The Government of Japan hopes that this project helps to reconstruct society, and to contribute to achieve consolidation of peace in CentralEquatoriaState, South Sudan. One of the Japan’s Official Development assistance program, is designed to promote socioeconomic development through supporting projects implemented at the grass-root level by NGOs, community based organisations, education and health institutions. And the priority of the fund is given for such projects that can address basic human needs such as primary health care, basic education, water and sanitation.

S. Sudan accuses Uganda of moving international border By Komakech Ivan

fficials in South Sudan’s Eastern Equatorial state have called for investigations into allegations that Ugandan authorities have unilaterally moved their shared border, fueling land disputes and insecurity. South Sudan says that Global Positioning System satellite coordinates defining the border were ’abruptly’ changed giving Uganda more land. After a joint meeting held between Magwi county of Eastern Equatoria state and Lamwo district in the northern part of Uganda over the weekend, Peter Bongomin, the Magwi county commissioner resolved that the changes should be investigated. However, Omwony Ogaba, the resident district commissioner for Lamwo district who spearheaded the Ugandan team did sign the agreement. ’The abrupt change of the GPS international border line reading between South Sudan and Uganda must be investigated jointly by both the governments of South Sudan and that of Uganda,’ one of the resolutions states. Officials from South Sudan’s Magwi county told the meeting that the presence of the Uganda Peoples Defense

Forces (UPDF) in the area was causing tension and fear among communities in the county. At the Saturday meeting, John Bosco Obina, a youth leader from Magwi county told Sudan Tribune, that the commissioner had asked the Ugandan army to withdraw from the area. The UPDF had entered in pursuit of the Lord’s Resistance Army (LRA) rebel group but they are “no longer in the area,” Obina said. In the joint communiqué seen by Active Nation, only the Magwi county commissioner signed the document, while his Ugandan counterpart reportedly declined. It remains unclear as to why the Lamwo district commissioner refused to acknowledge resolutions of the meeting. In mid-July this year, Ugandan authorities arrested and detained three Sudanese nationals in the West Nile district of Moyo over a border land dispute. The disputed territory is about 8km in length and 2.5km wide. The meeting also discussed unauthorised road construction, land distribution procedures, illegal timbers lumbering, and effective government control of the border regions.

India to support agriculture and capacity development

Hon Awut Deng Achuil (left) with Mr. Kar (right)

he Indian Ambassador to the Republic of South Sudan Mr. Parimal Kar announce today when he met Hon. Awut Deng Acuil, the minister for Labour, Public Service and Human Resource Development (MoLPS & HRD) to discuss issues pertaining to human resource capacity building for a better service delivery in the new nation. India has expressed its readiness to support agricultural, rural development and capacity building projects in the Republic of South Sudan. Hon. Awut briefed the diplomat on the current trend of mushrooming of vocational training centres across the country. She explained that these vocational training centres have various challenges which need urgent support so as to enrol and graduate youth and women to meet the needs of the labour market in the country.

Mr. Kar underscored the need to train local instructors to manage the courses offered by the existing vocational training centres. He urged the minister to

prioritize these training needs in collaboration with the line ministries. Meanwhile in another development, the Director General for Labour and Industrial Relations Ms Helen Achiro has called for tax exemption for Japan International System, a company which is bringing equipment to be installed at the Multipurpose Training Centre (MTC) in Juba. Ms Achiro made the call yesterday when she met the representatives of the company. She assured the company that the Ministry of Labour Public Service and Human Resource Development will work hand in hand with the Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning to ensure to facilitate the tax exemption so that the equipment can be brought in and installed in time. She commended the Japanese government for its continued support to the Republic of South Sudan.

S. Sudan welcomes U.S. military help to fight LRA

outh Sudan is welcoming U.S. military assistance to help fight Ugandan rebels of the Lord’s Resistance Army (LRA) accused of murder, rape and kidnapping children, officials said. President Barack Obama said the U.S. was sending 100 military advisors to central Africa to help battling the LRA operating in Uganda and lawless parts of South Sudan, Central African Republic and the Democratic Republic of Congo. In a letter to Congress, Obama said the first troops had already arrived in Uganda and would be deployed to South Sudan, the CAR and Democratic Republic of Congo subject to their approval. Last week, newly independent South Sudan welcomed the U.S. military cooperation with its army, known as SPLA, to help hunt down LRA leader Joseph Kony. It is agreed. There was a high military delegation prior to that announcement which discussed all the details of it together with the SPLA,” Information Minister Barnaba Marial Benjamin told press. It is logistical help, a capacity training programme and support for all the four countries

to contain the LRA. It will start immediately because people have already agreed on that,” he said, without giving further details. SPLA spokesman Philip Aguer said: “There are already coordinated mechanisms that have been combating LRA so the new LRA advisory will be an addition.” Their most important role is the provision of air surveillance and information,” he said of the U.S. assistance. The LRA, which says it is a religious group, emerged in northern Uganda in the 1990s and is believed to have killed, kidnapped and mutilated tens of thousands of people. LRA leader Kony has been indicted by the Haguebased International Criminal Court on charges of war crimes and crimes against humanity. LRA commanders have been operating in the wild and largely lawless border regions of the DRC, Central African Republic and South Sudan in recent years. Although now thought to number just a few hundred fighters, the LRA’s mobility and the difficulties of the terrain have made it difficult to tackle. Attempts to negotiate peace failed in 2008 after Kony refused to sign a deal to end .

Hon Awut Deng meets Hilde Johnson, discuss DDR By Komakech Ivan

he minister for Labour, Public Service and Human Resource Development Hon. Awut Deng Acuil yesterday met Hilde Johnson, the Special Representative of the Secretary General of the UNMISS in the Republic of South Sudan and discussed issues concerning Disarmament Demobilisation and Reintegration (DDR), Diaspora and returnees from the North. Hon. Awut urged the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) to work closely with the government to address these issues. She also asserted that vocational training is one way of dealing with these issues. She pointed out that there are many challenges relating to the returnees and Diaspora in terms of employment, especially among the youth, since the government cannot absorb

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all of them. “Our nation is only three months old and has limited private sector that would have absorbed many”, she acknowledged. She reported that there is a committee collecting information on how some of the civil servants working in the north can be recruited into the government system. The challenge of youth unemployment is very critical in the Republic of South Sudan and needs joint efforts between the government and UNMISS”, she said in a press statement shortly after the meeting Ms Johnson lauded the role the ministry played in the last years of the CPA. She expressed confidence that the ministry will continue to address public issues and ensure the delivery of services to the people. She assured Hon. Awut that the UNMISS will support the government in its DDR programme and other areas of concern.

Cuba affirms support to the Republic of South Sudan Deng Micheal Markel Markhol

he Cuban Special Envoy to South Sudan Clara Pulido Esoandoll has said the people of Cuba are fully behind the people of the newly born Republic of South Sudan and will support them to realize the dreams of their new country. Speaking to the press at the SPLM Secretariat headquarters in juba, Ms Esoandoll said her government will cooperate with the government of the Republic of South Sudan in any fields of development. She said South Sudan has a long history of cooperation with Cuba dating to the period before its recently attained independence that came as a result of the 2005 peace agreement that brought the two decades of war to an end. She said during the long civil war, many young South Sudanese took refuge in Cuba and were able to acquire education there. She added that today many of them have come back home and are serving the country in different fields and positions. She said that these people are working

Ms Esoandol addressing the press positively towards the development of this new country which she said is a country of new spirit and a new culture. She further asserted that this is the kind of relationship that needs continuity from a common past to a common future for the people of the two countries. Ms Esoandoll reported that Cuba has a long history of working with many African

countries in North and Southern Africa in areas of health, education, road and bridge construction, engineering, and agriculture to mention but a few. She further explained that these same areas of development may apply to the new country of South Sudan as the country is beginning from scratch. She, however, clarified that the government of the

Republic of South Sudan will have to set the priorities for cooperation between the two countries. We want to come here and cooperate together as comrades, as representatives of the people that want to share with us our experience. We will not tell South Sudanese what to do but rather will ask where we can help”, she explained.

SPLA TO DISARM JONGLEI COUNTIES IN DRY SEASON

OR-The chairman of SPLA information and public relation department Brig: malak Ayuen Ajok revealed plans to disarm the armed civilians in Jonglei .this was revealed during a press brief at the ministry of cabinet affairs. Brig: malak revealed that the disarmament of civilians would aim at those still having guns, warning that everyone found in possession of a gun, it would be removed from

him by all means. He noted that this would help reduce on the increasing insecurity which has led to people killing themselves . He further revealed that this situation was being blamed on the Government which he deemed wrong “people are blaming us for failing to control the situation and yet when we try to remove the guns they resist, if we fight

them they will say we are violating their rights” Adding that this time round no citizen would be allowed to hold a Guns in Jonglei state and South Sudan at large. He revealed that the campaign will be expected to kick off at the beginning of the dry season ,”We have been doing this disarmament for past several years and people continue to kill themselves with no gain”.

He cited that the instability in Jonglei had led to many people dying which has affected development in the region citing the poor roads which hinder trade that would lead to development. He urged the population to handover their guns and take up Hoes to develop the agricultural sector in the region. Those who resist the disarmament program will have to either surrender their guns or fight the government. He warned .

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Health minister concludes visit to Western Bahr el Ghazal

Dr Hussein is welcomed to the CTI. By Deng Michael

he minister for Health, Hon Dr Michael Milli Hussein has concluded his working tour of Western Bahr el Ghazal State where he inspected healthcare facilities and held meetings the governor Hon Rizik Zachariah, state Ministry of Health officers and development partners in the health sector. Dr Hussein said that as the world’s youngest nation, the Republic of South Sudan is facing myriad health challenges. For instance, he reported that the 2010 household survey showed that from 100,000 life births, the maternal mortality rate is 2054. He also explained that South Sudan has one of the highest infant mortality rates in the world. During his visit to the Wau Teaching Hospital in the company of the state minister for Health Hon Dr Isaac Cleto Hassan, the Director General of the hospital Dr James Okello

Morgan briefed the minister of the challenges and the achievements of the health facility. The minister also met the Population Services International (PSI) South Sudan (PSI) team led by Mr. Amin Joseph, the PSI Field Officer in Wau and discussed the various projects the organization is implementing on behalf of the national Ministry of Health. They also discussed strategies to prevent diseases such as malaria and HIV/AIDS in the state and the country at large. During the meeting, the minister encouraged the PSI to work closely with the state Ministry of Health to provide quality services to the people. The minister also officiated at the inaugural ceremony of the newly established Catholic Training Institute (CTI) in the state. He lauded the efforts of the church in establishing the centre and explained

that it will help to train a good number of nurses to support healthcare provision. For instance, he explained that some of the nurses trained at the centre will help reduce the number of women dying during pregnancy and delivery. The ceremony was attended by bishops from the Catholic Church, priests, government representatives and members of the public. The institute is currently training sixty (60) students drawn from all over South Sudan. After the inauguration Dr Hussein visited the St Daniel Comboni Hospital in Wau to inspect the facilities and acquaint himself with the services the hospital offers. In another event Dr Hussein visited Gogrial East County in Warap State and met the Commissioner Mr. Victor Atem Atem in his office. The commissioner briefed the minister on the challenges facing healthcare provision and malaria outbreak in the county. The commissioner also decried poor transport which makes it difficult for sick people to reach the health facilities. After the meeting Dr Hussein and the team also visited health centres in the County. He announced that the government is committed to construct 100 new health facilities across the country. He also said that the ministry will train 1,000 midwives to control the high birth-death of infants and mothers.

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China donates 200 million RMB to South Sudan

Dr Marial (Right) chatting with Mr Nascimento.(L) By Komatech Ivan

he government of the Peoples’ Republic of China on monday donated 200 million Renminbi (the official Chinese currency abbreviated as RMB) to support agriculture, education, health and water supply projects in the Republic of South Sudan. The donation was announced on monday by the Chinese ambassador in Juba Hon Li Zhiguo during a meeting he held with the minister for Information and Broadcasting Hon Dr Barnaba Marial Benjamin. The ambassador said that China will continue to support development in the new country now and into the future. The ambassador also

announced that the Chinese government will soon send Chinese international radio stations to South Sudan to help develop the sector and share experiences and skills with the South Sudanese media fraternity. He also announced that the Chinese peacekeepers in South Sudan will remain in the country until the nascent peace is stabilized. He expressed hope that the bilateral relations between the two countries will be strengthened for the mutual benefit of their peoples. He explained that his government is in constant touch with their South Sudanese counterparts so as to identify the areas and frameworks of partnership.

He said Chinese companies will come to South Sudan as soon as these modalities are worked out. China is among the first countries who welcome the Republic of South Sudan independent into exisitng. On his part, Dr Marial expressed South Sudan’s gratitude for the support of China and explained that the government is keen to strengthen its bilateral links with the Asian country. “We want you to look comprehensively in the areas of investment as well as education, especially university education, which is constantly facing infrastructural and personnel challenges”, he said.

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omalia’s Al-Shabaab have warned Burundi of “brutal consequences” if the latter’s peacekeepers serving in the African Union Mission in Somalia, Amisom, are not withdrawn. The Islamist movement strongly opposes both the transitional Somali government and the Amisom peacekeepers, who comprise Burundian and Ugandan troops. In August, Al-Shabaab had announced withdrawal of its militias from its main bases in Mogadishu. But Monday’s statement indicated

the movement was changing tactics to lure the peacekeepers into battle zones in the outskirts of the city. The statement indicated that Al-Shabaab’s new tactics would lure the AU peacekeepers to venture into battle zones in the outskirts of the city. Direct confrontations between our fighters and Amisom peacekeepers in the open resulted in heavy casualties inflicted on the Burundian soldiers,” claimed the statement by Sheikh Ali Mohamoud Raghe, alias Sheikh Ali Dhere, the spokesman of

Al-Shabaab, Last week, Amisom dismissed a claim by Sheikh Ali Dhere that his fighters had killed 76 Burundian peacekeepers. According to the Amisom commander, Major General Fred Mugisha, the peacekeepers sustained 10 casualties during a massive operation last week in Dayniile District, the remaining Al-Shabaab stronghold in southern Mogadishu. Al-Shabaab accused the peacekeepers of destroying the schools and other public utilities, thus depriving Somali children of education. They added that that was the reason why the foreign forces were not popular in Mogadishu. It is not the first time Al-Shabaab leaders were directing hostile media statements against the peacekeepers, who they like to paint as ‘infidels’ on Somalia soil

AFRICAN NEWS

Syria seeks Africa’s help to suppress resistance S

yrian President Bashar Al Assad is seeking Africa’s support to counter mounting international pressure against his regime. President Assad sent his deputy foreign minister Fayssal Mikdad to the African Union’s headquarters in Ethiopia’s capital Addis Ababa over the weekend to meet AU commission chief Jean Ping. AU spokesman Nouredin Mezni said the Syrian envoy stressed the importance of solidarity between Arabs and Africans to overcome the “challenges they face”. Dr Mikdad also blamed the unrest that has rocked his country in the past months on a conspiracy by the foreign media. Syria’s delegation has

requested the AU’s diplomatic support in the international stage and at the UN,” Mr Mezni said. We also discussed some issues of common interest between AU and Syria,” he added. However, Dr Ping underlined the need for reforms in Syria in response to the citizenry demands and noted that this is the only way to preserve the country’s stability and its role in the Middle East. Syria is one of the Arab countries with an observer status at the African Union. It is facing international pressure for rapid change following protests that hit the country four months ago.

President Bashar Al Assad

US Congressman asks Obama to cut aid to Malawi

Mugabe boycotts UN summit over visa row Z

imbabwe President Robert Mugabe is boycotting a United Nations conference after Switzerland denied visas to his wife and five members of his delegation. The six were due to accompany the veteran ruler to the UN’s International Telecommunications Union (ITU) summit on information and communication technologies already underway in Geneva. President Mugabe was to lead the Zimbabwean delegation but cancelled the trip after his wife Grace, two ministers from his ZanuPF party, the head of the intelligence service Major (rtd) Happyton Bonyongwe, presidential spokesperson George Charamba and one of the president’s bodyguards were denied visas. The Minister of Information

Communication Technology Nelson Chamisa, a member of Prime Minister Morgan Tsvangirai’s party, was however granted the visa along with the president. President Mugabe, his wife and senior members of his party are subject to travel bans to European countries. However, countries hosting UN meetings are obliged to grant those visas and the Zimbabwean government says it has launched a formal complaint with the UN. The state-owned Herald newspaper said the Swiss embassy said it had done its part by issuing “exceptionally a visa to President Mugabe.” It said it had taken into consideration that those denied visas were on the European Union (EU) sanctions list. We have protested to the UN secretary general (Ban

Ki Moon), the head of the ITU (Hamadoun Toure and Switzerland’s ambassador,” Mr Charamba said. These are the same people who have been claiming that Switzerland is a neutral country, which has breached the UN agreement that says any country hosting a UN agency is supposed to issue out visas to delegates from any country regardless of diplomatic relations between the countries.” President Mugabe last month travelled to New York for the 66th session of the UN General Assembly with a delegation of close to 100 people, some of them on the US sanctions list. The EU and the US in 2002 slapped the president’s inner circle with targeted sanctions including travel restrictions over alleged human rights abuses

His Exelency President Bashir in Malawi

alawi stands to lose $350 million Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) aid if President Barack Obama’s administration heeds a plea from US Congressman Frank Wolf to freeze the same. On October 13, Mr Wolf, who represents the 10th District of Virginia, wrote to the US leader asking him to drop Malawi from the aid programme because President Bingu wa Mutharika’s government

hosted an internationally indicted war criminal Sudanese President Omar Hassan al-Bashir - and rejected calls to arrest him. Malawi invited President Bashir to attend the 15th regional Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (Comesa) summit and hosted him for two days. “It is unconscionable that American tax dollars are going to a country that openly allows someone like Bashir to visit,” reads Mr

Wolf’s letter to President Obama. He added that US dollars should not go to countries who welcome criminals like Mr Bashir. Mr Bashir is the first sitting president indicted by the hand him to International Criminal Court (ICC) which issued a warrant for his arrest on charges of genocide, crimes against humanity and war crimes in Sudan’s troubled Darfur region.

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Zimbabwe’s Chinamasa attacks Tsvangirai on gay rights

AFRICAN NEWS

Bashir says Sudan armed Libyan rebels to over throw Gaddafi By Markhel Markhoi

Justice Minister Patrick Chinamasa

imbabwe’s Justice Minister Patrick Chinamasa has rejected calls by Prime Minister Morgan Tsvangirai to enshrine gay rights in a new constitution. Mr Chinamasa told the BBC that gay rights could not be “smuggled” into the constitution because most Zimbabweans opposed it. Earlier, Mr Tsvangirai told the BBC that gay rights were a “human right” that should be respected. Mr Tsvangirai and Mr Chinamasa are from rival parties in a fractious coalition. Their parties - the Movement for Democratic Change (MDC) and Zanu-PF respectively - are drafting a new constitution, which will be put to a referendum ahead of elections next year. ‘Tsvangirai propaganda’ Homosexual is currently illegal in Zimbabwe, as in most African countries where many people view gay rights as unChristian and un-African. Last year, Mr Tsvangirai said “the ancestors would turn in their graves” if gay rights became enshrined in a new constitution. “Start Quote We all know what people said about gay rights - it’s a total no; an almost 100% no” Patrick ChinamasaJustice minister But Mr Tsvangirai signalled a shift in policy in an interview with the BBC’s Newsnight programme. “It’s a very controversial subject in my part of the world. My attitude is that I hope the constitution will come out with freedom of sexual orientation, for as long as it does not interfere with anybody,” Mr Tsvangirai said. “To me, it’s a human right.” In his reaction, Mr Chinamasa said Zimbabweans had firmly rejected gay rights when they were consulted on a new constitution during the government’s outreach programme. “We all know what people said about gay rights - it’s a total no; an almost 100% no,” he told the BBC’s Network Africa programme. Mr Chinamasa said Mr Tsvangirai made the comments for “propaganda” purposes, contradicting the position he had adopted in the cabinet. Zimbabwe’s Prime Minister Morgan Tsvangirai in gay rights U-turn “We can’t smuggle [into the constitution] the views of a prime minister who wants to please a certain audience

he Sudanese President Omer Al-Bashir has shed more light on his country’s backing of the Libyan rebels who ousted Muammar Gaddafi after months of fighting, saying they were fully armed by Khartoum. Al-Bashir made the revelation while addressing a rally held on Wednesday’s afternoon in his country’s eastern town of Kassala, where he inaugurated an international road linking Sudan and Eritrea. Brandishing his stick and addressing the crowd in the presence of his Eritrean counterpart Isaias Afewerki and the Emir of Qatar Hamad Bin-Khalifah al-Thani, the Sudanese leader said that Libya under Gaddafi played a strong role in destabilizing Sudan through supporting rebel groups in the Western region of Darfur and former southern rebels who now rule the newly independent state of South Sudan. He went on to say that the ousted Libyan regime had supported the Darfur rebel Justice and Equality Movement (JEM) which, according to Al-Bashir, “made it all the way to Khartoum with Libyan weapons, vehicles and fund.” Al-Bashir said his government had clutched at the opportunity to bring double retaliation on its Libyan counterpart for supporting the attack on Khartoum. “Our weapons reached the revolutionaries in Misrata, Al-Jabal al-Gharbi and Zawiya” Al-Bashir declared, adding that “the forces that liberated the [Libyan capital] Tripoli were armed 100 percent by Sudan.” Sudan previously accused Chad of being behind JEM’s attack on Khartoum

The Sudanese President Omer Al-Bashir which occurred in March 2008. Following a thaw in long-strained ties between Khartoum and Ndjamena last year, however, Sudan refrained from repeating the accusations. In his address, Al-Bashir said that “God took care of many of the tools of conspiracy against Sudan”, in reference to the killing of Gaddafi last week. Sudan’s military support to Libyan rebels was conducted in secrecy until the rebels advanced on Tripoli and appeared to be on the verge of victory, at which point Sudanese officials began to disclose the support. The Sudanese support was later confirmed by the head of the rebels’ National Transitional Council (NTC), Mustafa Abdul Jalil, who said in August that

Kharoum’s support had helped them to “liberate some cities.” Bashir downplays ICC’s arrest warrants Al-Bashir did not omit to pour his usual scorn on the International Criminal Court (ICC) and its prosecutor Louis Moreno Ocampo, saying that the arrest warrants they issued for him had failed to prevent him from travelling. After performing his famous dance, Al-Bashir said that Ocampo had challenged him to travel to a place farther than Eritrea which he visited in the wake of the first arrest warrant in 2008, but he accepted the challenge and travelled to Qatar despite warnings by some people of the American presence there. “I told them Americans cannot touch a strand of my hair if the invitation

is coming from Shaykh Hamad,” he said. The ICC charges AlBashir with committing war crimes, crimes against humanity and genocide in Darfur where his government’s forces waged an abusive counterinsurgency in 2003 and 2004 against rebels accusing it of marginalizing the region. Darfur conflict led to the death of 300,000 people and displacement of more than 2.7 million, according to UN figures. Despite the ICC’s arrest warrants, Al-Bashir travelled to several countries in Sudan’s Arab and African milieu, including some member states of the ICC. However, Al-Bashir was forced to cancel a number of planned appearances in countries such as Uganda and Central Africa Republic.

Tanzanian CJ could become next ICC prosecutor Zimbabwe’s Prime Minister Morgan Tsvangirai in gay rights U-turn

basically, I suppose, to mobilise resources for his party.” “I know personally he doesn’t believe it. He has said so many times in the cabinet,” Mr Chinamasa told Network Africa. The election due next year will be the first since the MDC and Zanu-PF - led by President Robert Mugabe - formed a unity government after polls in 2008. Those elections were marred by widespread violence and rigging, with Mr Tsvangirai boycotting a run-off vote. The coalition - formed under pressure from regional leaders - has stabilised the country, but tension has been rising ahead of next year’s vote. The two parties are yet to agree on political and security reforms to guarantee a free and fair poll.

anzania’s Chief Justice Mohamed Chande Othman is among four people seeking to succeed outgoing International Criminal Court (ICC) Prosecutor Luis Moreno Ocampo. Mr Othman is among the four candidates shortlisted by the ICC Search Committee in line to succeed the Argentine Luis Moreno-Ocampo mid-next year. The new prosecutor will be elected by the Assembly of State Parties to the Rome Statute at its next

meeting to be held starting December 12 but will officially assume office in July 2012. Also in the race to succeed to Mr Ocampo is his current deputy, Gambian Fatou Bensouda, Briton Andrew T Cayley and Canadian Robert Petit. Mr Cayley is the International Co-Prosecutor of the Extraordinary Chambers in the Courts of Cambodia (ECCC) while Mr Petit is currently the Counsel to the Crimes Against Humanity and War Crimes Sections of the

Department of Justice in his home country. The four were picked from a pool of 52 candidates who applied for the job. From the 52 names on the candidates’ list, the Search Committee interviewed only eight candidates before settling on the four. In presenting this shortlist, the Search Committee is confident that each of the candidates identified not only meets the formal eligibility criteria of the Rome Statute but also has the professional experience and expertise,

and the necessary personal qualities, to perform the role of the next ICC Prosecutor to the highest standard,” said the President of the Assembly of State Parties, Christian Wenaweser, who acted as the coordinator of the search committee.. The possible appointment of an African would appease the African Union, which has previously accused the ICC of bias and of being used by the West to target African leaders.

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First Agricultural Trade Fair – South Sudan The Road to Progress for Agricultural Production and Trade 9 – 12 November 2011 Nyakuron Cultural Center, Juba, Republic of South Sudan

The First International Agricultural Trade Fair in South Sudan will bring together national and international entrepreneurs to learn and benefit from the opportunities and trade information from the agricultural sector of the world’s newest country. South Sudan has an outstanding natural resource base for the production of a wide range of crops, forest products, fisheries and livestock, all of which will be presented at the First

Agricultural Trade Fair – South Sudan. Come to the fair as an investor, a buyer, or a seller to find out about opportunities to engage and invest in South Sudan’s agricultural sector, to see the latest products in the agricultural and forestry and to learn about modern methods of production, among many other highlights in this six-day event.

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South Sudan is a country with very high potential for expanding and developing the agricultural sector, as ninety percent of its land is considered suitable for agriculture and 50% is prime agricultural land. Crop Production and Horticulture: There are various ecological zones in South Sudan and all areas have the capacity for crop production. In particular the greenbelt zone has high agricultural potential, as there are two cropping seasons. The main crops currently grown in South Sudan include maize, sorghum, finger millet, cassava, sweet potato and

groundnuts. Main fruit varieties include bananas, plantain, pineapple, mango and citrus whilst the main vegetable varieties are onion, okra, cabbage, eggplant, pumpkin and cucumber. Livestock: Livestock form an integral part of the lives of over two thirds of the South Sudanese population. In particular, it is a major source of livelihoods in the flood plains, semi-arid and pastoral areas. The Government of the Republic of South Sudan has estimated that there are between eight and ten million cattle in South

Sudan. Fisheries and Aquaculture: The world’s longest river, the River Nile, flows through South Sudan and also provides large potential for development of fisheries. In particular, it has been estimated that in the Sudd area of South Sudan, there is a production potential for 100,000 – 300,000 MT of fish per year. Furthermore, there is large potential for aquaculture development in Central Equatoria, Eastern Equatoria, Western Equatoria, Northern Bahar Gazal, Western Bahar Gazal and Warrap States.

Forestry: Forests make up 29% of the land area of South Sudan, which amounts to approximately 191,667km . These forests provide sources for high-grade timber, including teak, mahogany and ebony. Furthermore, they also provide for the production of high quality oils, such as shea, as well as Gum Arabic. These are also areas of high biodiversity with large, diverse populations of flora and fauna. From: The Joint Agricultural Baseline Survey Report on the Agriculture and Animal Resources in Southern Sudan .

NOVEMBER 1 – 8 Set-up of booths: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. NOVEMBER 9 Exhibitor check-in time: 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. (No one will be allowed in after this time). VIP Opening Ceremony: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.Fair hours: 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. NOVEMBER 9 -12 Fair hours: 9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Visitors shall pay their daily registration fee of 5 SSP and this shall be paid at the time of entry; tickets will be issued once the entry fee has been paid.

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South Sudan’s first Daughter Adut weds in style President Kiir’s oldest daughter, Adut, was handed over in marriage on Saturday, in a church ceremony attended by almost the entire cabinet for South Sudan. Hundreds of South Sudanese, government ministers and dignitaries drove to Rejaf County to witness the marriage

ceremony. There was heavy deployment of police and the army, from Juba up to Rejaf, about 15 minites drive away from the city... Assistant Parish Priest for All Saints Rejaf Catholic Church, Fr. James Lado, officiated Adut’s marriage to an Ethiopian, Nardes Gebeyehu Alemneh.

Kiir walks with Adut inside the Rejaf Cathederal church

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Salva Mathok, Deputy Minister of Interior, Pres. Salva Kiir, and first lady Ayen Mayardit at the church ceremony.

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Angelina Teny, wife of Vice President and First Lady Ayen Mayardit

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he Active Nation news caught up with this handsome youngSouth Sudanese Artist in Kampala Uganda. Madingdit: Your name is Dan Jolying, what does it mean? Dan:Dan is a Christian name and Jolying is the long awaited dream Madingdit: when did you join Music industry? Dan: I join the Music industry in 2007 as a simple and I am now well known Artist in South Sudan and beyond. Madingdit: Was it in your dream to become a Musician/Artist or someone persuading you into it? Dan: Well, music is a talent but not a career. I was practicing music went I was young boy in South Sudan, and having hope that when I grown up, I must do it. Madingdit: What does it takes to become an Artist/ Musician? Dan: It takes nothing, but to be honest. An Artist/Musician must be responsible and respected person because Artists are leaders. They give messages which have a meaningful benefit to the peopleor society through their songs. Madingdit: Some people always criticize Music Industry as an industry for life failure group and have nothing in future. As an Artist here with this media, what can you said about that criticism? Dan: Well, as I said before that music is a talent not a career. There is different

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between talent and career. Talent is a God given while career is something you yourself get out to earn your living. To be honest, Music Industry is not for life failure people. As an Artist now, I am doing music alone but I am also studying Journalism, second year student in Makerere Business Institute (MBI). To me, music is a professions and I encourage my fellow Artists to continue with theirs regardless of those who criticize this profession. Madingdit: According to Musicians, they categorize their songs into several categories. Which category do you belong? Dan: Yes, I can sing all my songs in different music styles like Hip-hop, reggae, dancehall and any other categories of song. Style is not a matter, what matter is just to convey the message to people and what can they got in that message. Madingdit: During the war time, some Musicians like NyankolMathiang, Panchol Deng and Gordon Koanginspired South Sudanese to be strong during struggle for South Sudan. Do your songs do the same thing? Dan: Well, I am addicted into love songs but I also singing national songs in order to bring South Sudanese together to make them love each other and to have peace in our new nation South Sudan. Madingdit: Do you won any awards for your songs?

Dan: For South Sudan, Music industry still underground though it has produce several stars/ Artists. We lack Music industries that can promote such music awards in the country. Madingdit: How many Albums do you have so far? Dan: I have two albums. First Album “this is my story” and the second albums “Getkusukul” songs. Now I am working on the third album which will be launch soon. Madingdit: Which is the best song like by your fans? Dan: Music is what you give to people to feel it. My fans always said, they like “Miss Malaikai”, “Live and Die on the Street” and “Wait for” songs. Madingdit: In every business, there are enemies. Do you have enemies? Dan: In everything, there are some people behind you, but Music is not about competition where you talk about yourself. Music is what people feels and tell you that you are the best rather than developing enmity with your fellows. Madingdit:Are you in relationship? Dan: I am single but not searching. I have someone special in my dream. Madingdit: Who are other Artists in South Sudan whom you like their songs: Dan: Locally, I like Panchol Deng Ajang’s songs because his songs are more inspiring people most, the encourage people to be strong during war, and in the referendum time.

re you still chatting with your ex online? Beware, for such camaraderie between former lovers is like playing with fire and can take a toll on your current and future relationships, say experts. With online social networks becoming more and more integrated into our real lives, former partners are more of a problem than ever because of websites like Facebook. Author and relationship expert John Aiken said it was fine for single people to have their ex as a friend on these sites. But, when one begins a new relationship, he or she needs to tread carefully, he warned. “You need to consider how much contact you have with

them, the type of intimate details you exchange, and the type of photos you share with them,” News.com.au quoted Aiken as saying. “If you’’re in this position, set some clear boundaries with your ex and put your new partner first at all times. “If that means shutting down your social networking with them, get it done today and make your new partner feel important,” he added. Clinical psychologist SallyAnne McCormack said being friends online with an ex had hidden pitfalls. “The reason it may not work is because, while one of the partners is happy to stay friends, the other one may have hope that the

relationship will be renewed at some stage in the future,” said McCormack. “Staying friends with an ex can work for some, but there needs to be some caution for both parties. If staying friends is preventing someone from moving on, then it is not healthy,” she added.

Perfect wife formula: Bride must be five years younger

Perfect wife, for a Perfect Man

adies around the world please take note: Scientists have announced the mathematical formula for the perfect wife which includes -- the bride should be five years younger than her groom, should come from the same cultural background, and be the more intelligent of the pair. After analyses, the team from the Geneva School of Business concluded that abiding by the formula would increase a couple’s chances of a long and happy marriage by a fifth, reports The Telegraph. The academic study has been published in the European Journal of Operational Research. To reach the conclusion,

boffins looked at 1,074 couples aged between 19 and 75 years. The experts added that a wife should be at least 27 per cent more intelligent than her husband. She should also hold a degree, while he should not. Nguyen Vi Cao, who led the research, promised: “If people follow these guidelines in choosing their partners they can increase their chances of a happy, long marriage by up to 20 per cent.” Kate Figes, who interviewed 120 people for her recent book on understanding relationship, couples, said: “Aren’t most women the more intelligent in a relationship anyway?

That’s my first reaction. It’s the only finding that rings true, from what I’ve found. Because it’s women who tend to determine the emotional landscape of a relationship,” she said. So I don’t find it surprising that women should be more intelligent.” However, Christine Northam, a marriage counsellor for Relate, said dismissively of the findings: “There are lies, lies and statistics.” Modern marriage is about both of you having an input in the relationship,” said Mrs Northam, who has been married for 41 years. It is about teamwork. It’s not about one being dominant over the other.”

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Budget Execution Workshop reveals financial reforms to be Implemented. By Deng Michael

on. Kosti Manibe Ngai, Minister of Finance & Economic Planning and Hon. Mary Jervase Yak, Deputy Minister of Finance and Economic Planning together with the senior staff from the Ministry met with all Undersecretaries and Accounting Officers of central government spending agencies to discuss key reforms including immediate implementation of monthly cash limits for agencies. The 1st Undersecretary of Finance, Salvatore Garang Mabiordit explained that the reforms would allow agencies to better plan their expenditure, as well as giving them more power over the implementation of their budgets. It also allows for increased transparency in the way that payments are made by the government. Other reforms to be implemented from 1st November designed to improve the efficiency of the Government include: payments being made directly to properly registered vendors rather than through government agencies, more rigorous controls over the signing of government contracts, clearing of arrears, and improved accountability procedures for petty cash expenditure. The Minister opened the workshop by reminding attendees that there will always be excessive demands on our resources, and that the nation must choose a level of spending that minimises inflation and that ensures every South Sudan Pound is spent productively, efficiently and effectively for the benefit of South Sudan. He went on to describe how, in order to make the budget more effective, spending more efficient, and to allow savings, the Ministry would begin implementing reforms to give Agencies more control and predictability in budget execution.

E AGC TO SUPPORT NILE BASIN ON FOOD SECURITY AND TRADE By Aloysious Kasoma

he Nile Basin is yet to gain from the fruits of the East African Grain Council after finalizing with their targeted linkages in South Sudan. According to the EAGC Executive Director Mr. Gerald Makau Masila, the EAGC has Members in the grain value chain with

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China donates 200 million RMB to South Sudan T he government of the Peoples’ Republic of China last week donated 200 million Renminbi ( RMB) to support agriculture, education, health and water supply projects in the Republic of South Sudan. The donation was announced this week by the Chinese ambassador in Juba Hon Li Zhiguo during a meeting held with the minister for Information and Broadcasting Hon Dr Barnaba Marial Benjamin. The ambassador said that China would continue to support development in the new country

remain in the country until the nascent peace is stabilized. He expressed hope that the bilateral relations between the two countries be strengthened further more for the mutual benefit of their citizens.”Our government is constantly in touch this Government so as to identify the areas and frameworks of this partnership” He Noted. Chinese companies will come to South Sudan as soon as these modalities are worked out he revealed. On his part, Dr Marial expressed South Sudan’s gratitude for the

Dr Marial receiving the Chinese delegation. now and in the future. The ambassador further revealed that the Chinese government will soon be sending Chinese international radio stations to South Sudan to help develop the sector and share experiences and skills with the South Sudanese media fraternity. He also announced that the Chinese peacekeepers in South Sudan will

support of China and explained that the government is keen to strengthen its bilateral links with the Asian country. “We want you to look comprehensively in the areas of investment as well as education, especially university education, which is constantly facing infrastructural and personnel challenges”, he said.

suppliers and producers mainly from Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Burundi, Rwanda, Zambia, Malawi, Zimbabwe, DRC and few from South Sudan however, It is working closely with Food and Agricultural Organization (FAO), GIZ and also agreed to cover the markets through Regional Agricultural Intelligence Network (RATIN) in Yei, Juba, Morobo and Maqwi. “We are expanding and integrating the Regional Agricultural Intelligence Network (RATIN) marketing information system internationally.” He said “FAO is supporting the policy of dialogue on the use of the risk management systems and EAGC whom together with the development of Warehouse Receipt System (WRS) giving support to the Nile Basin Initiative are partneriwng in the study of the regional trade flows of grain.” He added AGRA (Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa) a partner with EAGC with a grant worth $646,662 and the grant is

expected to upscale since 2008. Ms Anne Mbaabu an official from AGRA said they have extended their services to South Sudan, Burundi, Zambia, Rwanda and DRC. “Our Key initiative is promotion of the Use ware house, strengthening commodity exchange and organizing farmers in the region with our donor community SIDA, USAID, FAO, WFP, COMESA and AU” she said The Ugandan Minister for Trade, Industry and Co-operatives Ms. Amelia Kyambadde said that the reason why production of perennial crops is low in the East African Region, there is insufficient quality seeds and small uncoordinated farmers. “The reason why it is low is we have uncoordinated farmers, large subsistence farming, lack of research, rudimentary methods, poor national and regional infrastructure, lack of modern agriculture processes, cross informal border trade management, lack of research in additional production, pests and man”

By Deng Michael

outh Sudan expects the South Sudanese pound to improve further after doubling the monthly supply of foreign currency to financial institutions, central bank officials revealed. The currency has sharply gained against the dollar on the black market this week, ending a slide since its launch after the country’s independence in July. South Sudan’s main source of revenues and foreign currency is the sale of oil. It has contracted the sale of 22 million barrels worth $2.14 billion for the period July to October, according to the government. Last week the pound was selling for 3.8 against the greenback, having traded over 4.2 a week ago, black market traders said in the capital Juba. “We doubled (supply) last week and the impact is already clear. About five days ago the rate on the street was about 4.25,” deputy central bank governor John Dor Majok told press. “Yesterday it fell to 4.0. We are expecting it to fall further which

means that we expect this rate to fall to 3.6 in the middle of November,” he said. In total, the central bank said it plans to supply $200 millions to banks and exchange traders per month, up from $100 millions so far. Majok blamed the previous decline of the pound on remittance transfers from foreign workers, speculators, profit flows from foreign investors and a temporary closure of the shared border with north Sudan. “We also know that there are leakages at some of these banks and some of these forexes. Some of these forexes may direct some of this money to different purposes than the purpose we intend,” Majok said. He said the bank has sent officials and security agents to investigate malpractice at commercial banks and foreign currency offices. Central Bank governor Kornelio Koriom Mayik said the central bank’s foreign reserves were “healthy”, but declined to give more details.

“Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda main commodity is maize however Uganda has maize, millet and sorghum therefore the strategies to be adopted are to improve on the multiplication of equal production, human resource development, ensure bulk production, technology, enabling policies, access affordable financial services and putting in place adequate silos and ware houses.” “The Ugandan government has intervened and 10 silos are planned for construction and 60 ware house will be refurbished in this financial year, 8 have already been refurbished by World Food Program (WFP) and European Union (EU) in Kasese, Masindi and Kapchorwa” she added She promised that the government will intensify with research and value addition through its organizations like NARO (National Research Agricultural Organization) and also working on the Bilateral trade negotiation.

C.E Governor wants tax dollars put back into State development

to be contd

By Agencies

he Governor of the Central Equatoria State, Clement Wani Konga, has called on the State Revenue Authority to ensure that revenue collections are used to fund development of the State. Addressing a workshop on strategic planning in Juba, Governor Konga urged the State Commissioner General to ensure integrity at work among the State Revenue personnel. He also called on nongovernmental organizations operating in Central Equatoria to declare their budgets to the State Relief and Rehabilitation Commission so that their contributions can be reflected in the budget. Meanwhile, the Central Equatoria State Minister of Finance and Economic Development, Jacob Aligo Lo Lado, said his Ministry has come up with a 3 year strategic plan for development, which covers education, health, and agriculture.

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Afghan fuel tanker Turkey earthquake: Government ‘magnetised will accept foreign aid bomb’ kills 12 T

bout 60-70 people arrived to steal fuel leaking from the tanker after a magnetised bomb blew a hole in it, a spokesman for Parwan province said. The tanker then burst into flames in a second explosion. Parwan province Governor, Basir Salangi, said it was a “terrorist attack” and the aim had been to blow up the tanker at Bagram air base. The vehicle was only a few kilometres from the airfield

came with buckets and jugs to collect fuel, when suddenly everywhere was on fire, “ he said. Several nearby cars and motorbikes were also set ablaze. Health officials say the number of people killed could rise, as most of the injured are in a critical condition. There was no immediate claim of responsibility for the bombing. Most Taliban attack aimed at Nato forces have taken

Fire fighters in rescue scene when the blast occurred early this week. Bagram is the largest base for American forces in Afghanistan. “It was a magnetised bomb attached to the tanker.” Governor Salangi said. The deaths and injuries were caused by “a huge explosion followed by intense fire,” he said. A local farmer, Ajmal, told Reuters news agency “I heard a small explosion and when I went outside, I saw a tanker was leaking fuel.” “A few minutes later people

place in southern and eastern Afghanistan. However, similar tactics have reportedly been used in the past to try to attack the Bagram air base, but were thwarted by the Afghan security forces. On Sunday the Afghan Interior Minister, Bismullah Khan, escaped an attack on his convoy in Parwan province by a suicide bomber. He had decided at the last minute not to travel in the convoy

urkey will accept offers of aid from foreign countries to cope with the aftermath of the Van earthquake, after initially declining offers of help. Officials said that, with more than 2,000 buildings destroyed, there was an urgent need for accommodation. The death toll from the disaster stood at 461 but aid agencies warned of “hundreds, possibly thousands” of people trapped under rubble. A teacher, 27, and a student, 18, were rescued on Wednesday in Ercis. Gozde Bahar, an Englishlanguage teacher, was rescued as her mother watched in tears. University student Eyup Erdem was found using tiny cameras mounted on sticks. Rescuers broke into applause as he emerged from the debris. Caravans needed Turkey is seeking assistance for reconstruction and temporary accommodation for the thousands who have been left homeless, the semi-state news agency Anatolia reports. The government is seeking tents, prefabricated houses and living containers, it says. Israel will be among the first to send aid, according to AFP news agency. Ties with Turkey have been strained since May 2010, when Israeli naval commandos stormed a flotilla trying

Sony buys the rest of mobile phone firm Sony Ericsson

apanese technology giant Sony has bought full control of mobile phone maker Sony Ericsson from Swedish telecoms equipment maker Ericsson. Sony has agreed to buy 50% of the firm for 1.1bn euros

($1.5bn; £964m), making the mobile handset business a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony. Ericsson said that the “synergies” between telecoms equipment and mobile phones were decreasing. The transaction also includes a patent deal. Sony will get the five sets of patents that are essential to making the phones and a licensing agreement on any other intellectual property. Many observers expected this deal because Sony wanted to integrate its phone division with its mobile games machine and tablet computer units. “This acquisition makes sense for Sony and Ericsson, and it will make the

difference for consumers, who want to connect with content wherever they are, whenever they want,” said Sony’s chairman Sir Howard Stringer. Earlier this month, Sony Ericsson broke even in its third quarter and announced it would focus on smartphones from 2012. The company said its Xperia smartphones accounted for 80% of its sales. The handsets run Google’s Android operating system. Analysts said Sony had proved resistant to sharing its brands and other assets with the joint venture, explaining why it took until this year for PlayStation games to be offered on any of its handsets

Rescue workers rescue save a person from the rumbles.z to sail to Gaza in defiance of a blockade, killing nine Turks. “Turkey has asked us for caravans for the homeless after the earthquake,” Israeli foreign ministry spokesman Yigal Palmor told AFP. He said they had accepted the request and would seek to supply them as quickly as possible. Israel’s defence ministry said a first Boeing 747 would transport mobile homes to Turkey on Wednesday, and other planes would follow in the coming days. The Japanese embassy in Ankara said its government would send around $400,000 (£250,000), Anatolia reports. The BBC’s Jonathan Head, in Ercis, says that the gov-

ernment has recognised that it now needs specific help in technical areas where it lacks the resources to get things up fast enough. ‘Possibly thousands’ The Turkish government has pledged more aid to the thousands made homeless and aid agencies have set up field hospitals and kitchens and distributed thousands of tents and blankets. But survivors, many now living in camps, have fought over shipments of aid and blocked aid shipments. Health officials have urged them to drink bottled water after detecting an increase in diarrhoea cases, especially among children. Nazmi Gur, a local politician in Van, told the BBC News website that “hundreds of thousands of people” needed help.

“We can provide food but they desperately need shelter,” he added. Turkish officials have warned that the death toll is likely to rise. Jessica Sallabank, spokeswoman for the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, was quoted as saying by AFP on Tuesday: “Hundreds, possibly thousands, of people are still trapped under the rubble.” The aid agency added that there was no official count of the number of people missing. Turkey is particularly vulnerable to earthquakes because it sits on major geological fault lines. The latest disaster struck on Sunday at 13:41 (10:41 GMT) at a depth of 20km (12 miles), with its epicentre 16km north-east of the city of Van.

Argentina ‘Angel of Death’ Alfredo Astiz Convicted A

stiz - known as the “Blond Angel of Death” - was found guilty of torture, murder and forced disappearance. Among his victims were two French nuns and the founders of the Mothers of the Plaza de Mayo human rights group. Eleven other former military and police officers were also given life sentences for crimes against humanity. Four others were jailed for between 18 and 25 years. All worked at the Naval Mechanical School in Buenos Aires - known as Esma - which was the biggest secret torture and killing centre set up by

the military during what became known as the “Dirty War”. Of the 5,000 or so prisoners taken to Esma, 90% did not come out alive. Some were killed by firing squad while others were thrown from planes drugged but still alive - into the Atlantic Ocean. More than 70 of those who did make it out were among the witnesses in the 22-month trial. Symbol of oppression Astiz looked straight ahead and showed no emotion as the sentence was read out. Among the others given life terms are Jorge Acosta, Antonio Pernias and Ricardo Cavallo.

Human rights groups had campaigned for years to bring the perpetrators to justice, and there were celebrations as the sentences were read out. “We resisted. We never committed a crime. This is why this is just. They committed crimes. They are imprisoned,” said Esma survivor Ricardo Coquet. Astiz, 59, is one of the most notorious symbols of oppression during military rule in Argentina. As a young naval intelligence officer he infiltrated the Mothers of the Plaza de Mayo human

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Alfredo Astiz rights group, which was set up to find relatives abducted by the security forces. He then arranged the kidnap and murder of its three founders - Azucena Villaflor, Esther Ballestrino and Maria Ponce. He had already been convicted in absentia in France for the murder of the French nuns Alice Domon and Leonie Duquet, who disappeared in Argentina in 1977. In his defence, Astiz said he had acted to save Argentina from left-wing “terrorism”, and he dismissed his trial as an act of political vengeance. Human rights groups say 30,000 people were killed or made to disappear by the armed forces in their campaign against opposition activists and leftwing guerrillas. Astiz - known as the “Blond Angel of Death” - was found guilty of torture, murder and forced disappearance. Among his victims were two French nuns and the founders of the Mothers of the Plaza de Mayo human rights group. Eleven other former military and police officers were also given life sentences for crimes against humanity. Four others were jailed for between 18 and 25 years. All worked at the Naval Mechanical School in Buenos Aires - known as Esma - which was the biggest secret torture and killing centre set up by the military during what became known as the “Dirty War”. Of the 5,000 or so prisoners taken to Esma, 90% did not come out alive. Some were killed by firing squad while others were thrown from planes drugged but still alive - into the Atlantic Ocean.

More than 70 of those who did make it out were among the witnesses in the 22-month trial. Symbol of oppression Astiz looked straight ahead and showed no emotion as the sentence was read out. Among the others given life terms are Jorge Acosta, Antonio Pernias and Ricardo Cavallo. Human rights groups had campaigned for years to bring the perpetrators to justice, and there were celebrations as the sentences were read out. “We resisted. We never committed a crime. This is why this is just. They committed crimes. They are imprisoned,” said Esma survivor Ricardo Coquet. Astiz, 59, is one of the most notorious symbols of oppression during military rule in Argentina. As a young naval intelligence officer he infiltrated the Mothers of the Plaza de Mayo human rights group, which was set up to find relatives abducted by the security forces. He then arranged the kidnap and murder of its three founders - Azucena Villaflor, Esther Ballestrino and Maria Ponce. He had already been convicted in absentia in France for the murder of the French nuns Alice Domon and Leonie Duquet, who disappeared in Argentina in 1977. In his defence, Astiz said he had acted to save Argentina from left-wing “terrorism”, and he dismissed his trial as an act of political vengeance. Human rights groups say 30,000 people were killed or made to disappear by the armed forces in their campaign against opposition activists and leftwing guerrillas.

OUT OF THE 5,000 PRISONER WHO WERE TAKEN TO ESMA, 90% DID NOT COME OUT ALIVE.

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Libya’s Mustafa Abdul Jalil asks Nato to stay longer

ato helped target Gaddafi loyalists as the former Libyan leader tried to flee from Sirte The head of Libya’s transitional authorities has called for Nato to extend its mission in Libya until the end of the year. National Transitional Council (NTC) Chairman Mustafa Abdul Jalil said the extension was needed to help Libyans trying to control surplus weapons and to deal with Gaddafi loyalists. Nato has delayed a making a formal decision on when to end its mission. It had made a preliminary decision to end operations on 31 October. Diplomats had been expected to confirm that date on Wednesday. “We hope (Nato) will continue its campaign until at least the end of this year to serve us and neighbouring countries,” Mr Jalil told a gathering in Qatar of states that have supported the NTC’s military campaign. He said his appeal was aimed at “ensuring that no arms are infiltrated into those countries and to ensure the security of Libyans from some remnants of [ex-leader Col Muammar] Gaddafi’s forces who have fled to nearby countries”. Mr Jalil added that the NTC wanted help “developing Libya’s defence and security systems”.

Mustafa Abdul Chairman of NTC has called for Nato to stay Long in Lybia Nato, which has been operating in Libya since March under a UN mandate to protect civilians, said it would now make a formal decision on the length of its mission on Friday. “As agreed, NATO continues to monitor the situation on the ground, and retains the capability to respond to any threats to civilians,” said Nato spokeswoman Carmen Romero. “The situation remains calm as the NTC continues to establish its authority.” Rights concerns Speaking on the sidelines of the Qatar meeting, Qatari chief of staff Maj Gen Hamad bin Ali al-Atiya told Agence France-Presse that his country had deployed

ground troops in Libya. “The numbers of Qataris on ground were hundreds in every region,” he was quoted as saying. The small but gas-rich Gulf state, which has played a dynamic role in Libya, had previously acknowledged contributing to Nato’s air campaign there. Meanwhile, the NTC came under pressure from human rights bodies following questions surrounding the death of Col Gaddafi last week, and allegations that NTC forces may have executed dozens of their opponents. “I call on all the armed forces to avoid any act of reprisal and arbitrary repression against both Libyans and foreigners,”

said Philippe Kirsch, the head of a UN commission of enquiry on Libya. Col Gaddafi was shot dead after he was captured alive in his birthplace, Sirte. NTC officials have suggested he was caught in crossfire, but rights groups have voiced concerns that he and his son Mutassim were summarily executed. In recent days, images have emerged from video footage of the moments after Col Gaddafi’s capture that appear to show him being sodomised with a pole or knife. In a statement, the NTC said it attached “great importance” to the humane treatment of prisoners and that fair trials would be guaranteed.

World Population Hit seven Billion: UN Sets challenges A

major United Nations report has set out the challenges facing humanity a few days before the world’s population is expected to reach seven billion. The report calls for a change of focus, no longer asking “are we too many”, and instead concentrate on making the world better. It identifies many reasons to celebrate, including increased life expectancy and falling fertility rates. But it also acknowledges the risks of rapid population growth. The UN estimates that the world’s seven billionth person will be born on 31 October and says by the end of this century, the world’s total population could number more than 10 billion. The report, State of World Population 2011, says this is not a time of crisis but a

moment for action. “The world’s population is going to continue to grow and we may as well be prepared for it, “ says the editor, Richard Kollodge. “We may as well make sure that as many people as possible are healthy, that as many people as possible have access to education.” “We have a chance right now in our world of seven billion to build a more stable, more socially just world by the time we reach 10 billion but that requires us to act now,” he says. The UN says carefully planning will be needed if our cities are to cope with rapid population growth Reasons to celebrate The report says the rise in average life expectancy which has increased from 48 years in the 1950s to about 68 now - should be celebrated. It says in the same period

the fertility rate, which is the average number of children women have, has dropped by more than half, from 6.0 to 2.5. It also notes that children are much less likely to die in infancy thanks to improvements in health care. The challenges from the growth in population include the massive inequalities between different countries in access to food, water, housing and work. • 1 billion- 1804 • 2 billion- 1927 • 3 billion- 1959 • 4 billion- 1974 • 5 billion- 1987 • 6 billion- 1999 • 7 billion- 2011 Source: UN The report says predicted water shortages need to be addressed now, and better urban planning is needed as cities continue to grow.

It points out that more than 200 million women still have no access to family planning advice and calls for better reproductive education for young women. “Sex education has an impact in delaying the age at the first sexual intercourse, in increasing the use of contraception methods and condoms,” says Gabriela Rivera from the Mexico City offices of the UN’s population agency. Caring for the increasing number of elderly people will also present many challenges, says the report. The UN has expressed concern that in many poor countries, such as in sub-Saharan Africa, the speed of population growth could hold back economic development and trap future generations in poverty and hunger.

Page 18 JOBS/CAREERS MRM in South Sudan currently is collecting CV’s for Unarmed Security Guards and Security Supervisors for a contract, to be based inlocations throughout South Sudan. We would particularly welcome applications from under- represented groups including women associated with conflict, demobilized and reintegrated former combatants and those from rural areas of South Sudan. Applications should be made as soon as possible. How to apply Applicants should write an initial expression of interest email and send their curriculum vitae to ryan. hall@crm-grp.org if they meet the requirements and they will be forwarded an application form to complete and return. It is essential that all applicants meet the following requirements. Citizen or resident of South Sudan (Documentary evidence required) Must be at least 25 years of age (Documentary evidence required) Physically fit. Able to perform all general patrol duties, functions and activities. (Physical assessment will be carried out as part of the initial training package) Good health - Be in good general health. (Medical assessment will be carried out) Literate in English - Literate in language to the extent of reading and understanding printed regulations, detailed written orders, training instructions and materials. Must also be capable of communicating in and understanding oral English. (It will be required to pass an English language assessment) No dishonorable discharge or termination - Should not have been terminated from any previous employment other than under honorable circumstances. (Reference letter required) Police Certificate – Should not have been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor. (Police Certificate required) Ability to learn - Should possess the capacity to acquire a good working knowledge of all aspects of the guard post or position assigned to him/her. (This will be assessed on completion of training) Willing to work in one of the following locations Juba city, Yei, Yambio, Tambura, Ezo, Mvolo, Maridi, Torit, Ikotos, Kapoeta, Nimule, Narus, Wau, Rumbek, Yirol, Wullu, Aweil, Gokmacher, Raja, Warap, Kunjock, Kajock, Malakal, Bor, Akobo, Pibor, Pochalla, Bentiu, Mayom, Pariang, Fangak, Nassir, Melut or Renk. VSO (Voluntary Service Overseas) is opening a new programme in South Sudan and is seeking applicants for the following positions: • Senior Programme Manager Health •Senior Programme Manager Education • Senior Programme Manager Governance and Gender • Logistics Officer • Senior Finance and Grants Officer • Administrative Assistant For a detailed job description and personal specification, and for instructions on how to apply for the positions, please e-mail alice. castillejo@vsoint.org or reply to this page on juba-licious stating which position is of interest. VSO strives to be an equal opportunities employer and particularly welcomes female applicants, applications from people with disabilities, HIV positive people, or those who face disadvantage. THE CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS IS FRIDAY 11TH NOVEMBER 2011

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SLAGE is a South Sudanese organization based in Juba that has the main aim of empowering women in the society. We want to empower women in terms of knowledge, socially and economically viable skills and incentives. We would like to help start low cost business projects for women in these areas, and therefore need part-time coordination in these areas. We are therefore looking for women to coordinate our activities in the following areas of Juba; - Munuki - Atlabara - Gudele - Hai Mayo - Tong-ping - Konyokonyo More information can be accessed from our offices in Tong-ping market opposite ARC. AgnesOkuo 0955230948 RE:JUBA WOMEN EDUCATION SCHEME SLAGE is a South Sudanese nonprofit making organization based in Juba- Tong-Ping (Tong-Ping market opposite ARC) that has the main aim of empowering women in the society. We want to empower women in terms of knowledge, socially and economically. We are therefore starting a women education scheme for all South Sudanese women aged above 16 years living in Juba and would like to study, to come and register at our office. This scheme is for those who have dropped out of school and would like to resume(at either Primary or Secondary level). Registration starts on Monday 17th-Oct-2011 and ends on 15thNov-2011, Mob: 0955230948

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COFFEE BREAK True or False Crossword In this crossword there are two clues for each word. Can you work out which is true and which is false?

Down

1. Benevolence / Malevolence (6) 2. Furniture item / Item of clothing (5) 3. Day of the week / Month of the year (7) 5. Hinders / Assists (5) 6. Spartan / Luxurious (7) 7. Enlighten / Deceive (6) 8. Indicates stop / Indicates go (5) 14. Tool / Lawn (7) 16. Plants / Clouds (7) 17. Consent / Refusal (6) 18. Horse / Buffalo (5) 19. Serpents / Fish (6) 21. Character / Carapace (5) 22. Grab / Release (5)

Across

1. Inactivity / Movement (6) 4. Danger / Safety (6) 9. Crustacean / Mammal (7) 10. Tripod / Ladder (5) 11. Shoes / Flags (7) 12. Beginning / Conclusion (3) 13. Map / Telescope (5) 15. Frequently / Infrequently (5) 20. Hat / Pouch (3) 21. Landlubbers / Mariners (7) 23. Precede / Result (5) 24. Stone pillar / Staircase (7) 25. Used for drying / Used for painting (6) 26. Valuables / Debts (6)

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EDITORIAL

Commentary Editorial Terror attacks: Only vigilance can help Kenya

What can we do as the citizens of South Sudan about corruption?

Time to use agriculture for development.

f the grenade attacks in a downtown Nairobi bar is indeed a reprisal by Al-Shabaab militants aggrieved

that Kenyan troops have taken the war to them in their

Dear Editor,

redoubts, then we must brace ourselves for worse things to come Certainly, nobody can say that this was a normal insecurity problem; it is not common for grenades to be lobbed into nightclubs at midnight in any part of the country indeed, it was lucky that when the grenade exploded, only 14 people were wounded A grenade is not a bomb, but in a small space, and depending on how powerful it is, it can become a quite devastating weapon of mass murder. How soon before the emboldened? miscreants graduate to such weapons This is one occasion where security organs must leave no stone unturned in trying to gather intelligence that could help forestall such attacks

Peter Gaimanyuon

EA has been threatened by Al-Shabaab. In the near future, we are even more likely to become vulnerable to such attacks The one thing that is common in all these observations is that there are no shortcuts to eternal vigilance. Kenyans, certainly, cannot expect their police to protect them at all times High level of intelligence, infiltration of militant groups and, of course, tedious detective work can help, but in most cases, it is the ordinary man and woman who, upon detecting an anomalous situation, should alert the security forces and maybe help avert disaster. Let us hope that the Monday night attack will not be replicated elsewhere in the city But the one goal that our security forces must never lose sight of is the need to contain Al-Shabaab. Kenya will never be safe as long as these fanatics roam all over its towns and call all the shots

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ince the Republic of South Sudan (ROSS) was declared the independence Nation on the 9th of july 2011 from the Khartoum government which is the National congress Party (NCP), as per now the corruptions in the South Sudan is becoming too much when you critically compare it to the rests of the Nations in the all World. Corruptions, Tribalism are the one that will take back the development of the new Nation which is Republic of South Sudan (ROSS) .when you see critically the human perspective of how thing are done in the South Sudan is not good really, corruption is in every office . What can we do as the citizens of south about corruption, which is becoming to much, is our new Nation going to developed really? We have achieved selfdetermination but what is now remaining is too

much corruption which is everywhere in South. How can we overcome this, we can overcome this through following rules and procedures of the Republic of South Sudan. All those who involves in corruptions should be persecuted by the rule of law, because the law is the one which is governing the people, whereby we should respect laws and orders. This time around we have got the Country; it does not mean that, we should misuse the resources of the new born nation in the old world. Public funds should be respected by all of us. I can see some people are fighting over positions because they want to eat public funds, some people have no vision for the new Nation, and their aims are to send money outside the country for their own benefits. We have fought for our rights from the National congress Party, this is the time for all of us to see critically the serious

corruptions, Tribalism which is now currently in the new Republic of south. Corruptions need our collective responsibility as the citizens of the Republic of South Sudan; we want our new Nation to be free from corruptions, nepotism, selfishness, tribalism and many more. What is your role as the Intellectual citizens of South? The answer is, we need to inform, educate the public of south Sudan about the current situation in the new Republic. How can we develop the new Republic when our big people, who can do the best to the Nation, are now the victims of corruptions? Youth should be given the first priority now, this is the time of change, and we want to take the new Republic to the better level which can be seen by the all world. Youth are the people that can be given chance to participate in whatever we want to do in the new Republic.

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November 7th to 14 will see our country host its first agricultural trade show. A chance for us to market our agricultural potentials to the world considering that a lot of investors, farmers, traders will be seeking opportunities here in our country. It is evident that 50 percent of our land is suitable for agriculture and a lot is to be ripped from the sector if we can work hard through such interventions like the trade show, high quality foods and seeds, better methods of farming etc The liberation war cost us 25 years of potential agricultural development but that is now a closed chapter and its time we put that in our past and concentrated on developing the country with the resources we have especially in concern with agriculture. It is notable world over that the likes of Brazil, Cuba,South Africa that are joining the list of super powers have built their economies through agriculture. The government should provide incentives and also encourage farmers to take part in agriculture through fosterling a good market economy so that the farmers can get money from what they grow. I end my suggestion by calling upon all stake holders to come and witness what I myself would refer to as the birth of our agricultural sector. Yours Bol Benjamin Juba.

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HEALTH Su Jok a Cure Made Ezee Part 4

HEALTH Su Jok Therapy – Charts CORRESPONDENCE TO THE ORGANS OF THE NECK AND THORACIC CAVITY IN THE STANDARD CORRESPONDENCE SYSTEM OF THE HANDS

Standard correspondence system of the hands

CORRESPONDENCE TO THE ORGANS OF ABDOMINAL CAVITY IN THE STANDARD CORRESPONDENCE SYSTEM OF THE HANDS

Su Jok Chart - Std Correspondence System to the body on the Hand & Foot

u Jok Therapy is a synthesis of natural treatment methods and is based on certain philosophical principles; some of these methods can be used by every person for self - cure by acting on one’s hands and feet. SIGNS OF THE HAND’S SIMILARITY TO THE BODY Inherent in the hand and foot correspondence system is the possibility of an accurate, directional and specific influence on a specific part of the body. This possibility is materialized through the evident likeness of hands and feet to the body, and through the structural Specificities of hands and feet. Of all the human body parts the hand possesses the utmost likeness to the body as is evident from the specific of its structure. The hand resembles the body in:Fig 20 Similarity in the location of the correspondence of the various parts of the body on the hands & feet Of all the body’s parts the foot is second to the hand in the likeness to the structure of the body. The five toes correspond respectively to the five protruding parts of the human body. Consequently, the foot, like the hand possesses the fundamental structural elements of correspondence. This likeness of the foot to the body, however, is more difficult to spot. It is simpler to begin with learning the correspondence of the hand to the body, then the structural similarity of the foot and the hand, and so

finally to understand the correspondence of the foot’s structure to the body. It follows from this that the original correspondence system of the foot is similar to that of the hand: the big toe corresponds to the head, the second and the fifth toes - to the arms, the third and the fourth - to the legs. In general terms, the foot correspondence system is alike to the correspondence system of the hand. If one takes certain principal points as references one will have no problems with understanding the correspondence of the foot. The fact that’s human organism is maintained in good health is probably due to the continued process of physiological stimulation of the foot correspondence systems, though the process of stimulation is not noticeable to us. The problem to resolve is how the potentialities of this curative system can be used to maintain and fortify the health of people. Simple Application: Your hand and your knowledge are always with you. And you will have no difficulties in finding a suitable material for treatment. So far there has never been a treatment method so easy to master and produce such significant and rapid effect! SPINAL CORD – 30 JOINTS The human spinal cord, part of the central nervous system, is generally around 17 inches long, and extends from the brain to the lower back.

correspondence to the organs of the neck and thoracic cavity in the standard correspondence system of the foot

CORRESPONDENCE TO THE ORGANS OF ABDOMINAL CAVITY IN THE STANDARD

The human spinal column is made up of 30 bones - 7 vertebrae in the cervical region, 12 in the thoracic region, 5 in the lumbar region, 5 in the sacral region and 4 fused to I bone in the coccygeal region. The Spinal Cord Is part of the Central Nervous System and is connected to the brain. From the brain the cord runs down the back and is surrounded and protected by the bony vertebral column. The cord is surrounded by fluid called “Cerebro- Spinal Fluid”, which acts as a cushion to protect the delicate nerve tissues 1. Cervical nerves (nerves in the neck) supply movement

and feeling to the arms, neck and upper trunk. 2. Thoracic nerves (nerves in the upper back) supply the trunk and abdomen. 3. Lumbar and sacral nerves (from the lower back) supply the legs, the bladder, bowel and sexual organs. The spinal nerves carry information from different levels (segments) in the spinal cord. Both the nerves and the segments in the spinal cord are numbered in the same way as the vertebrae. So the cervical nerves and spinal cord segments are called C1-C8, the thoracic are T1-T12, lumbar are L1-L5 and sacral are S1-S5.

correspondence system of the Foot By Mansur Kothia.

The Author is Su Jok consulting Acupunturist. Email: sujok@makerere-edu.org www.sujok.webs.com

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DID YOU KNOW

Cops: 87-year-old’s truck found loaded with cocaine

The most needles on the head is 2,009 and was achieved by Wei Shengchu of China on the set of “Lo Show dei Record,” in Milan, Italy, on April 11th, 2009.

Football team wins first point in four seasons

junior football team has picked up its first point ever after losing every other game for the past four seasons. The under 14s side drew 3-3 after defeats in 70 games and conceding more than 500 goals in the process. And now the young players are aiming for their first victory. “It feels like we have won the World Cup,” said manager Paul Chadwick. “Even if we don’t pick up another point all season, we have achieved more than we have ever done. “The smile on the faces of the boys at the end of the game was priceless. Now we want to go on and win our first game and climb up the table.” Huncoat United under 14s side, which plays in the Accrington and District Junior Boys League, Lancs, has lost each match by an average of 15 goals and its biggest defeat was 25-0. Before the lads’ 3-3 draw, Huncoat’s closest game was a 2-0 defeat. Despite finishing bottom of the league every season, manager Paul has praised his players. “It is easy to play in a successful team or one that wins from time to time. “But when you are getting beat every week and come off the pitch and can still laugh and joke about it, then that shows you what the game is all about.

“Of course there are some lads who don’t like that feeling but the majority of these boys have stuck together and they have now picked a richly deserved draw and I am chuffed for them.” In some matches the Huncoat could only field eight players because the youngsters were tired of suffering heavy defeats. “I have to be honest, I’ve thought about walking away a few times myself,” added Paul. “But it’s not about me it’s about the kids. My belief has always been to give boys a game that they might not get somewhere else. Even when we couldn’t put out a full team they gave their all. “I remember one time we got thumped 25-0, it was our biggest defeat, but I looked in the back of the car on the way home and the boys were still laughing and joking.” Paul can now start ticking off achievements on his manager’s checklist. “I start the season with a list,” he explained. “The first is to score a goal, the second is to score two goals in a game. To be honest, we haven’t really gone beyond that. But now I can tick off draw a match and hopefully, before we finish the season, I can tick game won! “I hope this draw gives the lads a bit of confidence in themselves.”

Maria Topp, who bit off boyfriend’s testicles, could face 5 years in jail

woman who admitted biting off her boyfriend’s testicles has been warned she could be jailed. Maria Topp, 44, from Wreckenton, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, pleaded guilty to grievous bodily harm at Newcastle Crown Court. She bit Martin Douglas, her partner of five years, during a

drunken brawl at 4am at his flat in February. Mr Douglas needed emergency surgery to re-attach his genitals after the attack, which Topp remembers little about. The 45-year-old DJ had called 999 in excruciating pain from his Newcastle home to report his plight after the assault.

104 brick-shaped packages of the drug found after police stop man for traffic violations Leo Sharp, 87, was arrested for cocaine possession after a state trooper stopped him for improper lane use on Interstate 94 in Michigan. Michigan State Police say they have found more than 100 bricks of cocaine in a pickup truck driven by an 87-year-old man The man, Leo Sharp, was pulled over on Friday for following too close and improper lane use on Insterstate 94, police said, according to a story on ClickOnDetroit. A K-9 unit then detected the drugs, which were in black bags in the bed of Sharp’s pickup truck. In total, 104 brick-shaped packages of cocaine, weighing about 228 pounds, were confiscated, police said, according to The Associated Press. Sharp was charged with possession with intent to deliver. In a court appearance on Monday,

Leo Sharp Sharp told the judge he was forced at “gunpoint” to carry the load. Judge Mark Randon released Sharp, of Michigan City, Indiana, on $10,000 bond on Monday and scheduled a next hearing in the case for November. A criminal complaint signed by a DEA agent is thin on details, and there was no mention in court about Sharp’s destination. Outside court, Sharp told The Associated Press that he’s innocent

Cops: Man caught having sex in Father Uses 9-Year-Old museum As Designated Driver W F hat can I say, I get around,’ accused intruder tells newspaper CHARLESTON, S.C. — A man who pleaded guilty three years ago to providing cocaine to former South Carolina Treasurer Thomas Ravenel has been charged with trespassing after being caught having sex in a Charleston museum, authorities said. The Post and Courier of Charleston reports that 29-yearold Michael L. Miller and a 22-year-old woman were arrested around 3 a.m. Oct. 14 at The Charleston Museum after police responded to an alarm and found them in a compromising position inside. Police say the couple told them they met at a nearby bar and went inside the museum after noticing an unlocked door. According to the police report, the man was completely naked and the woman was partially clothed, apparently unaware that her underwear was attached to the bottom of her shoe, WCSC-TV reported. Officers said the woman “appeared to be enjoying the act.” Reached by email on Thursday, Miller told the Post and Courier, “What can I say, I get around.” Prosecutors say Miller has completed his probation from his 10-month sentence for providing cocaine to Ravenel, so he won’t face additional penalties in that case. Ravenel’s political career ended with his 2007 arrest, and he also was sentenced to 10 months

or the second time this month, authorities have charged a father with allowing his 9-year-old child to be a designated driver. Nathan Walter Sikkenga, 31, of Gillette, Wyo., told troopers with the Florida Highway Patrol in Orlando on Saturday that he and his wife “were under the influence of alcohol” and instructed their son to drive the van, according to an arrest report released Tuesday. The van crashed into a security gate arm bar. An Orange County Sheriff’s deputy who witnessed the crash told responding troopers that a child was behind the wheel and the father was sitting in the front passenger seat, the report states.

The car that can drive itself

car that can drive itself has successfully completed its first public test drive on the streets of Berlin. The VW has been specially adapted by experts at Berlin’s Free University. A computer controls the steering, brakes and acceleration while scanners, radar and cameras monitor other traffic. Meanwhile, a precision GPS system means that the car always knows where it is to within a one

metre margin of error. However, it is still not considered foolproof and needs a driver behind the wheel, just in case it decides to crash itself. Berlin Free University’s Paul Rojas said: “The car is intelligent in that it can recognise its surroundings. It can react to events. “Of course, it doesn’t compare to an real life form - it’s an intelligent artefact.”

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uxerre midfielder Alain Traore has claimed that only a work-permit issue prevented him from joining Manchester United. The 22-year-old Burkina Faso international, who has been in lethal form so far this season, spent a month on trial at Old Trafford when he was 17, and has now claimed that Sir Alex Ferguson had been impressed with him and wanted to keep him at the club. “It went well and Sir Alex said he wanted to keep me, but it was impossible to get a work permit. He suggested that I go to a Belgian club initially, but I also had the chance to play for Auxerre,” Traore told the Ligue 1 official website. “I’ll never forget the discussion I had with Ferguson in his office,” he continued. “He had a picture of David Beckham with some other stars celebrating with a trophy. He said if I worked hard enough, I could have the same success as Beckham. “I also remember he was impressed with my left foot. He said: ‘Alain, it’s better to have one great foot that two average feet; just look at Ryan Giggs’. It was a great moment.” Traore has scored six goals in his 10 Ligue 1 appearances so far this season

he top seeds for Group B and D would be the Black Stars and the Elephants respectively while co-hosts Equatorial Guinea and Gabon lead groups A and C Two west African giants Ghana and Ivory Coast have been seeded for the draw of the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) being held October 29. Also making the cut for the top seeded teams Gabon and Equatorial Guinea given that they will be co-hosting the tournament.

According to the continental football governing body, Caf, the west Africans were selected based on their previous records and qualifying performances. The remaining 12 teams will be categorised have been placed in three other pots based on their results in the last three editions of the Afcon. The draw will take place in Equatorial Guinea’s capital city of Malabo in two weeks time. The 28th edition of the continental

John Obi Mikel hoping to fire Chelsea to glory

John Obi Mikel

ohn Obi Mikel is hoping that he can have a successful season at Chelsea after Nigeria failed to qualify for next year’s Africa Cup of Nations. Blues midfielder wants to channel his frustration at failing to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations into success at Stamford Bridge and hails the work of boss Andre

Villas-Boas The midfielder will be available throughout January, when the tournament is held, and believes that can make life easier for him this season. He also hopes for a good run of form after recovering mentally following his father’s kidnapping and eventual return. “I feel more relaxed on the pitch as well as off it now all that is over,” Mikel said to the Fulham Chronicle. “It was a very difficult time, but now I just want to get on with the game and keep doing what I do. “Yes it is bad that [Nigeria] did not qualify and I’m very disappointed not to be playing in January, but we have to move on. “Maybe my manager will be happy, I don’t know, but in a way

showpiece will be played from January 21 to February 12. Below are the pots in full:

Pot 1: Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Ghana, Cote D’Ivoire Pot 2: Tunisia, Angola, Zambia, Guinea Pot 3: Mali, Senegal, Morocco, Burkina Faso Pot 4: Sudan, Libya, Botswana, Niger it will make my season easier with Chelsea because it does make it difficult when you go away. “You feel like you have to start all over again when you come back to the club because the guys who have been there have been playing and are settled and you just can’t come and expect to take their place just like that. You have to adapt to the different pace again and the different environment after being away in Africa.” Mikel has been impressed by Chelsea under Andre Villas-Boas and has suggested that there has been a good understanding between the young manager and his squad. “It has started very well under the new manager and we just have to keep going,” he said. “We all want to win and he has his ideas and I think they are the same as our ideas as players. “Hopefully we will turn that into trophies this season. I think we can.”

he French football legend was on a two-day visit to Mali as a guest of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Former France captain and United Nations goodwill ambassador Zinedine Zidane, 39, arrived in Mali on Thursday, where he is expected to visit various local projects and draw attention to the fight against poverty. The 1998 Ballon d’Or winner was invited by the Bamako office of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), to join the campaign on efforts by West African nations in reducing poverty. The 1998 Fifa World Cup sensation will also meet with young people to discuss the crucial role they can play in community development. “Today, I’d love to help. The fight against poverty depends on every one of us. The willingness to give a little helping hand will do a lot of good,” Zidane said upon his arrival. The visit coincides with the United Nations week which began last Monday with “the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty” as its official theme. Zidane will also visit three localities – Bankoumana, Koursale and Nafadji, where he will be inaugurating a number of agricultural, educational and environmental projects for women and youths. A football match in his honour will be played at the Palais des Sports and he will be received by president Amadou Toumani Toure at the end of his tour

The “Crazy Man” that destroyed Manchester United

fter firing in the first of two goals against Man United, Mario Balotelli was booked for flashing a T-shirt with the words, “Why Always Me?” Fans, managers and commentators have been asking a similar question about the controversial Man City striker ever since he arrived in the Premier League last summer. PROMOTIONAL ITEMS Not since England ace Paul Gascoigne has a footballer been in the headlines so often for his behaviour on and off the pitch. The 21-year-old Italian has a knack of being sent off, winding up opponents and getting into trouble with the law. Yet his supreme talent persuaded Blues boss Roberto Mancini to pay Inter Milan a reported £24million for him. That huge outlay was rewarded on Sunday with a stunning performance against arch rivals United at Old Trafford in a 6-1 win. The £100,000-a-week striker was soaking up the adulation yesterday, with City fans claiming he was high-fiving them from his convertible Bentley. In the run-up to Sunday’s game Mario had claimed that he had changed his ways and was putting his wild days behind him. He said: “I try to stay at home more. Maybe I’ll stay in with my family, my brother or girlfriend. “They weren’t here last year. That’s definitely helped. I am also growing up.” But this new, improved Mario did not last long. In the early hours of Saturday morning, one of Balotelli’s pals let off a firework in the bathroom of his Cheshire home during a party. It caused a serious fire, with Mario Mario Ballotelli celebrates his goal with the “ WHY ALWAYS ME T.SHIRT” and guests all having to flee. Fortunately two fire crews Milan found Balotelli and three him because they could help with And in March he threw a dart at managed to put out the flames. friends in an Audi car with a medical care for Mario, who had a youth team player at the club’s According to reports, cops had cap gun. Earlier there had been problems with his intestines. Carrington training ground. to stop Mario returning to the reports of a weapon being fired. Mancini, who had also managed On top of that, he angered blazing property to collect some And Balotelli had to apologise to Balotelli at Inter, believed that he Mancini by missing the goal with things. Inter fans for appearing on TV in could tame Balotelli’s wild ways a silly backheel during a friendly While that might sound like odd the shirt of hated rivals AC Milan. when he signed him for Man City. against David Beckham’s team LA behaviour, in the world of Mario it An unsettled upbringing may It quickly proved to be optimistic. Galaxy in July. is par for the course. explain the player’s wild streak. Mario helped Man City to win He loves his cars but is just as He had a reputation for being His Ghanaian birth parents, this year’s FA Cup and won man unpredictable behind the wheel. a handful at home in Italy, well Thomas and Rose Barwuah, of the match, but he has earned He crashed a £120,000 Audi R8 before he joined Man City. put Mario in the care of Italians £300,000 in club fines since sports car in Manchester last While he was playing for Inter Francesco and Silvio Balotelli joining the Blues and has been August. Milan, then manager and exwhen he was aged two. sent off twice. On another occasion, when police Chelsea chief Jose Mourinho Mario claims they “abandoned” He was also seen scuffling with asked why he had £25,000 in his described him as “unmanageable”. him. But the Barwuah’s claim team-mate Jerome Boateng at glove compartment, the player In June last year police officers in they only let the Balotellis foster training. replied: “Because I can”.

his love life is no less eventful. He came to England with Miss Italy finalist Melissa Castagnoli but they split shortly afterwards. He was soon dating former Big Brother girl Sophie Reade. That did not end well either. She claimed he went off with her best friend. He is currently dating Italian actress Raffaella Fico. There is no doubt that Mario is an attention seeker. He likes to wear outlandish clothes and change his eccentric hairstyles. At the moment Mario is sporting a mohican, before that it was a variety of zig-zag designs. Diamond stud earrings are a favourite and he turned up for one game last year wearing a hat shaped like a giant glove. The striker also stands out with his attitude towards his fellow professionals. Mario wound up Man United defender Rio Ferdinand by winking at him after City won 1-0 in the FA Cup semifinal in April. In December he was just as provocative when he won the Golden Boy award, honouring Europe’s most talented under-21 player. When asked what he thought about second place Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshire, he replied: “What’s his name? Wil... ? No, I just don’t know him.” But Mancini continues to feed Balotelli’s ego. The Man City boss says he thinks Mario can become one of the world’s top players if he loses his crazy streak. Mancini said: “I hope we arrive at the day when Mario has changed because, after this, he becomes one of the best three players in the world, like Messi, like Cristiano Ronaldo.” But he may have a long wait. Balotelli is already making light of his house fire last weekend by hosting a Bon Fire Night. He is currently staying at a posh hotel in Manchester while renovations are carried out on his multi-million pound property. But he has already invited his mates for the next round of parties. A source said: “He has invited everyone round for a bonfire night. “It was a serious fire and a fair bit of damage was done but Mario hasn’t let it faze him.

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