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From roadside stalls in Juba to communities around the world, tea is a daily ritual, a source of livelihood, and a connection between people. Backed by the UN’s Food and Agriculture Organization, World Tea Day highlights the role tea plays in supporting millions of farmers and promoting sustainable development. Today, we venture into the streets of South sudan's capital, Juba to reflect on that st...

On this Nationwide episode, we turn our focus to prevention mechanisms and institutional reforms in South Sudan, and their role in addressing the root causes of conflict and preventing future violence. Years after the 2013 and 2016 crises, many survivors continue to seek accountability for atrocities. Experts say reforms can rebuild public trust while strengthening justice systems. Joining us is M...

Land and property loss remains a key challenge to peace and return in South Sudan, where conflict has displaced millions. About 2.6 million people are internally displaced, with another 2.5 million living as refugees, many fearing loss of access to their homes. On Nationwide, Miraya's Sani Martin is in conversation with Ruben Carranza , a senior expert with the International Centre for Transitiona...

Access to healthcare remains a challenge for many women and newborns in South Sudan’s remote communities, where distance, shortages of health workers and limited services continue to put lives at risk. Yet health officials say progress is being made, with maternal deaths declining and new initiatives seeking to bring care closer to underserved populations.  On this week's World Health Organization...

Women leaders and activists in South Sudan are calling for stronger action to ensure the implementation of the 35% quota for women’s representation agreed under the peace deal. During discussions organised by the South Sudan Women Coalition with support from UNMISS, participants raised concerns over weak implementation and the removal of women from leadership positions, often replaced by men. They...

Hosts Viola Elias and Moyo J. Felix  discuss the urgent need to maintain peace in Lakes State by addressing communal conflict, revenge killings, cattle-related violence, and the role communities can play in reconciliation and peaceful coexistence. Our guests, live from Rumbek, are the Director General of the Ministry of Peacebuilding, Zakaria Kuoi Majok, and the representative of the Community Emp...

As the country navigates ongoing challenges and new opportunities, from peace processes to constitution-making, building a strong, united national identity has never been more critical. Listen to this engaging conversation with leading voices as they explore how identity, citizenship, and unity can shape a more peaceful and inclusive future for South Sudan. Yach James Garang will be in conversatio...

The Roundtable discussed the Homegrown Peace Initiative for South Sudan, a citizen-led peace initiative calling on South Sudanese at home and abroad to take collective responsibility for peace. Speakers highlighted dialogue, mediation, civic education, interfaith prayers, and diaspora advocacy as key ways to support reconciliation and stability in the country.

Displacement, food insecurity and limited humanitarian access continue to worsen conditions for thousands of people affected by recent fighting in Akobo County, Jonglei State. Aid agencies are now racing to scale up emergency assistance before the rainy season further cuts off access to vulnerable communities. In this exclusive interview, Radio Miraya’s Sebit William speaks with the acting UN Huma...

In this episode of Nationwide , Radio Miraya confronts the growing crisis of corruption in South Sudan and the mounting public frustration over a lack of accountability, weak service delivery, and a lack of transparency in government institutions. Host Gabriel Shadar speaks with senior officials from the South Sudan Anti-Corruption Commission, including Acting Chairperson Samuel Beny Mading, Execu...

This episode of Chai Talk discussed South Sudan’s oil sector, asking where the country’s oil comes from, how it is exported, who benefits from the revenue, and why many citizens still see little impact from oil wealth. The discussion explained that oil is mainly produced in the Greater Upper Nile region, including Unity, Ruweng and Upper Nile, before being transported through Sudan to Port Sudan a...

Women Talk focused on livelihood opportunities for women and girls in the Greater Pibor Administrative Area, where years of conflict, flooding, and displacement have left many families struggling. Speakers said women carry much of the burden of caring for families, but are often excluded from education, income, and decision-making. The programme highlighted how skills training, small businesses, s...

ChaiTalk focused on how cattle trade in the Greater Pibor Administrative Area can support livelihoods, income, family stability, and peace. Speakers explained that cattle remain central to culture, marriage, food security, and survival, but also noted that insecurity, cattle raiding, flooding, displacement, and limited trade routes continue to affect families and traders. Traders said the business...

This episode of Crimewatch focused on the shared responsibility of preventing cattle raiding in communities. Host Irene Lasso spoke with Diana Nakato and Bashir Ssempala from the UNMISS UNPOL Anti-Cattle Raiding Specialised Police Team, along with First Lieutenant Franco Akot Akot from the National Police Service. The discussion explained how cattle raiding, once linked to tradition, bride price,...

In this episode of the Roundtable, Sani Martin discussed World Press Freedom Day 2026 and the theme of shaping a peaceful media future in South Sudan. The discussion highlighted the challenges facing journalists, including harassment, intimidation, limited access to information, economic pressure on media houses, the rise of misinformation on social media, and concerns about press freedom ahead of...

On Democracy in Action, host Sani Martin discussed the Sudd Wetland, climate change, flooding, conflict, and community-led solutions with Tong Deng Anei, Managing Director of the White Nile and Sudd Centre, and Isaac Laibwel Yol, Deputy Board of Trustees at the same centre. The guests explained that the Sudd Wetland is a vital natural resource supporting fishing, grazing, agriculture, and local li...

MBS featured a discussion today on how the Kulea’tu Junior Debate Championship is helping children build confidence, public speaking skills, leadership skills, and awareness of national issues. The programme featured Annet Atim, host of the championship; Mulati Conrad, co-host of the event; Hildah Henry, a pupil and winner of the championship; and Steven Khansa, the teacher of the winning pupil. T...

Recorded live from the banks of the Pibor River during the Miraya on the Road programme, Nationwide sits down with the Chief Administrator of the Greater Pibor Administrative Area, Honourable Gola Boyoi Gola. In the interview, he discusses efforts to address ongoing security challenges in the region and outlines steps being taken to improve service delivery. He highlights key development initiativ...

In an interview with the Chief of UNMISS Aviation Samuel Abrokwa said UNMISS swiftly mobilised aviation and medical resources to support national authorities after receiving reports of a possible aircraft crash. The mission redirected a helicopter to the suspected crash site within 30 minutes, placed additional helicopters on standby, and worked closely with the South Sudan Civil Aviation Authorit...

The Miraya Breakfast Show discussed the inaugural online global interfaith prayer for South Sudan, set for 28 April 2026. The prayer will bring together South Sudanese and friends of South Sudan around the world for thanksgiving, reflection, and intercession for peace and national restoration. The Home Grown Peace Initiative for South Sudan, which is the organiser of the event, calls on people to...

The Miraya Breakfast Show discussed malaria, malnutrition, and wider health challenges in Pibor with Dr. Dolly Patrick Oleo, County Health Coordinator for Pibor with ForAfrika. He said flooding, poor road access, limited health services, medicine shortages, and malnutrition continue to place vulnerable communities at risk, especially children under five and pregnant women. He highlighted the role...

Malaria remains a leading public health challenge in South Sudan, driven by climate, displacement, and low uptake of preventive measures. In this interview of our Weekly Health Information updates, ahead of World Malaria Day,  a World Health Organization's Dr Mustafa Lasu explains why cases persist, the dangers of self-medication, and the rise of drug resistance. With new tools including vaccines...

A recent wave of arrests over corruption allegations has triggered debate on whether the crackdown signals genuine reform or selective enforcement. Speaking on Hard Talk, analysts Professor Peter Nyaba and Dr Abraham Kuol say the move could restore public trust if followed by transparent investigations and prosecutions. They warn that weak institutions, political influence, and longstanding system...

The South Sudan Alliance says Non-communicable diseases account for a substantial fraction of deaths in South Sudan, with hypertension and diabetes among the leading causes. In this interview, the Capacity Development Director of the South Sudan NCD Alliance, Stephen Khamis unpacks key risk factors, including poor diet, stress, alcohol use, and limited exercise. With treatment costly and access un...

We explore how the Peace of Her Mind Centre in Juba is helping survivors of sexual and gender-based violence rebuild their lives. Through psychosocial support, counselling, and skills training, such as tailoring and small-business development, the centre is restoring confidence and independence. With around 200 beneficiaries so far, the programme highlights the role of faith-based partnerships in...