South Sudan in Focus is a 30-minute weekday English-language broadcast/internet program covering rapidly changing developments in the new nation of South Sudan and the region.
South Sudan in Focus: United Nations Mission in South Sudan marks UN Day - October 24, 2024
The Special Representative of UN Secretary General in South Sudan calls on South Sudanese leaders to work for lasting peace across the country; U-S State Department sanctions on a top leader of the Sudan Armed Forces; U.S. electoral campaigns increase; plus, more.
10/24/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Resident of Torit town decry hefty telecom tariffs - October 23, 2024
The former governor of Central Darfur state, Adeeb Yousif who was trapped in Darfur, says the situation in his country need urgent intervention; residents of Eastern Equatoria State say tariff levied by telecommunications networks in the country are too high compared; plus more .
10/23/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudan's lawmaker calls for deployment of security forces in Warrap State - October 22, 2024
The Intergovernmental Authority on Development, or IGAD, is calling for women to be involved in peace and reconciliation efforts in Sudan; State Ministry of roads and bridges in Eastern Equatoria state has imposed road taxes on roader users entering the State; a lawmaker calls on President Kiir to deploy security forces in Warrap state; plus, more.
10/22/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Community members challenge a lawmaker - October 21, 2024
A community in Eastern Equatoria State’s in Ikwoto County is calling for a vote of no confidence in the member of parliament representing them in the national legislature; two Sudanese nationals charged for cyber-attacks in the United States; South Sudan's teenage mothers return to school; plus, more
10/21/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - October 18, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
10/18/2024 • 29 minutes, 55 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Unity State seeks aid after floods, Kenya impeachment case to proceed, Egypt denies RSF leader’s allegation - October 17, 2024
Authorities in South Sudan’s Unity State are calling for humanitarian assistance to address a crisis caused by flooding. Kenya's Senate will proceed with its impeachment hearing against Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua today, despite his absence from the proceedings after his lawyer said he had fallen ill. Egypt’s government has denied allegations from the head of the Rapid Support Forces that Cairo is backing the Sudanese Armed Forces in Sudan’s war.
10/17/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Juba road ban worries boda boda drivers, Kenyan deputy president faces impeachment, data helps improve public services - October 16, 2024
Some boda boda drivers plying the busy Juba road known as the J1 are concerned after a new police order banned them using the road. Kenya's Senate today launched the impeachment trial of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua after the embattled politician lost another court bid to stop the process. Corus International uses digital platforms in Sierra Leone and South Sudan to streamline data, eliminate ghost workers, and improve service delivery in education, health care, and public services.
10/16/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudanese hit hard by hunger, conditions worsen for Sudan’s civilians - October 15, 2024
The United Nations says there is enough food in the world, but hunger persists for 10 percent of the planet’s population, and experts say South Sudan is one of the most food insecure countries. The UN reports that over 10 million people, about a fifth of Sudan's population, have been forced from their homes due to the war, and one refugee says the situation for those left behind is getting worse.
10/15/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - October 14, 2024
On today's South Sudan in Focus, Juba gas stations forced to close are up and running again, Juba female restaurant owners face challenges but persevere, and an African researcher looks deeper into what drives the China/Africa relationship after the 7th Africa China Summit. All this and more on South Sudan in Focus hosted by Carol Van Dam.
10/14/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - October 11, 2024
On today's South Sudan in Focus, a Sudanese Muslim staying at a Juba mosque says he's got nowhere to go after being ousted, a new UNICEF report released on International Day of the Girl Child says 1 in 8 women say they were sexually assaulted as kids, and a Sudan official says the RSF leader seems like he is trying to blame his apparent defeat on other countries. All this and more on South Sudan in Focus hosted by Carol Van Dam.
10/11/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - October 10, 2024
On today's South Sudan in Focus, Warrap state residents question the President's move revoking the new appointment of his former spy chief as governor, a new action plan is unveiled for South Sudanese refugees, and Eastern Equatoria residents embrace resumption of a major road. All this and more on South Sudan in Focus hosted by Carol Van Dam in Washington.
10/10/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - October 09, 2024
On today's South Sudan in Focus, the head of UNMISS urges government leaders to get busy on laying the groundwork for 2026 elections, Magwi County residents say 'not so fast' on a planned project in Eastern Equatoria, and the former spy chief arrives in Juba as Warrap state governor. All this and more on South Sudan in Focus hosted by Carol Van Dam.
10/9/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudan's nation security director receives huge reception - October 08, 2024
South Sudan's new top spy chief receives a huge reception; a young man in Bor leads a group that turns trash into something useful; and a UNICEF spokesperson in Beirut pleads with Israeli and Lebanese leaders to think about the children; plus, more.
10/8/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Flood Victims trapped in South Sudan's state - October 07, 2024
An activist warns of water-borne diseases after two weeks of floods in Unity state; some South Sudanese in Ethiopia describes their experiences after Sunday's earthquake; a former US diplomat in Tunis explains why most people didn't vote in Sunday's presidential election; plus, more.
10/7/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - October 04, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
10/4/2024 • 29 minutes, 54 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: President Kiir moves spy chief to a new job. - October 03, 2024
On South Sudan in Focus, President Kiir surprised many by moving his his long-time director general at the Internal Security Bureau to a new job, Upper Nile state lawmakers pass a budget for the first time since 2013, and a Middle East risk analyst says Israel has no end game in Lebanon. All this and more on today's show hosted by Carol Van Dam.
10/3/2024 • 29 minutes, 53 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Sudanese activist calls for urgent action - October 02, 2024
Kholood Khair, an analyst who founded Confluence Advisory – a policy research group that originationated in Khartoum, says several countries are trying to end the war in Sudan, but their efforts often are stymied by other governments with vested interests in the supporting one side or another; Uganda frees some members of the South Sudan Peoples Defense Forces; plus, more
10/2/2024 • 29 minutes, 53 seconds
South Sudan In Focus: Flood victims receive support - October 01, 2024
Communities in South Sudan’s Lakes State Rumbek East County are mobilizing funds, food and essential goods to support thousands of families affected by floods. The committee tasked with gathering funds say it has collected millions of South Sudan Pounds and $2,450 in just two weeks; plus, more.
10/1/2024 • 29 minutes, 52 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Relatives of slayed South Sudan's muezzin demand justice - September 30, 2024
The family of a slayed muezzin want justice; authorities in Eastern Equatoria state’s Torit County say they are working to defuse the tension between communities to prevent more revenge attacks; police in South Sudan’s Jonglei State say they have launched a crackdown on illegal drugs and alcoholic abuse in Bor town; more plus.
9/30/2024 • 29 minutes, 55 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Sudan's military leader talks tough - September 27, 2024
A group of people living with HIV/AIDs in the Western Equatoria state capital Yambio say disclosing their status and taking antiretroviral drugs has kept them alive and strong for years; state officials in South Sudan’s Eastern Equatoria State have warned traders against selling expired goods; Sudan's rival leaders compete for attention; plus, more
9/27/2024 • 29 minutes, 55 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudan's foreign minister expresses his country's peace desire - September 26, 2024
South Sudan’s diplomat South Sudan’s Foreign Minister Ramadan Abdullah Goc addressed world leaders gathered in New York Wednesday for the 79th session of the United Nations general assembly. He told delegates that his country is serious about peace and democracy. He called on the United Nations member countries to support South Sudan as the country prepares for elections in 2026.
9/26/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudan's armed abductors warn passengers - September 25, 2024
Six survivors of a Tuesday Road ambush along the Juba - Nimule route say armed men warned passengers against using the Juba –Nimule Road; Maban county residents threaten to drag the former county commissioner to court; some communities across South Sudan still practice levirate marriages; plus, more
9/25/2024 • 29 minutes, 55 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudan road ambush - September 24, 2024
U.S. President Joe Biden calls for an end to Sudan's civil war; one person was killed, and others were wounded after a bus traveling from Juba to Kampala was ambushed near Lakarakak village; some residents of e Yambio town say expect the Police officers to be deployed in residential areas; plus, more.
9/24/2024 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Lawyers petition South Sudan government - September 23, 2024
Some residents of South Sudan's Bor County who farmed this year say they have had a good harvest of sorghum compared with last year; group of South Sudanese lawyers have filed a lawsuit with the country’s Supreme Court over the government’s decision to extend the transitional period by two years, calling the move unconstitutional; plus, more.
9/23/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan county commissioner under siege - September 21, 2024
The South Sudan government is investigating a case between community members and the county commissioner of Maban in Upper Nile state. Last week, young men staged a protest at Maban County headquarters demanding the removal of the commissioner, who reportedly fled to a South Sudan People’s Defense Forces’ barracks in the area. Mamer Abraham Kuot reports from Malakal.
9/21/2024 • 2 minutes, 15 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudan's county commissioner under siege - September 20, 2024
A priest with the Episcopal Church of South Sudan was freed after his family allegedly paid a ransom of two goats and a sack of beans; South Sudan government is investigating a case between community members and the county commissioner of Maban; county commissioner of Torit in says imposing restrictions on alcohol consumption has proved counterproductive; plus, more.
9/20/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Religious leaders criticize South Sudan government - September 19, 2024
Some South Sudan religious leaders have criticized the transitional government of national unity for prolonging the transitional period for two more years; United Kingdom, United States, Canada, France, Germany, and Netherlands say they will not support the implementation of the 2018 peace agreement during the extended period; early morning gunfire alarmed residents of South Sudan’s capital Juba; plus, more.
9/19/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudan’s diaspora members react - September 18, 2024
The South Sudan Pilots Association is calling on the national government to enact aviation laws; authorities and community leaders in Eastern Equatoria state say a washed-out bridge in Owinykibul village has cut off service delivery; South Sudanese living in the Kenyan capital Nairobi expressed mixed reactions to the government’s decision; plus, more.
9/18/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudan’s minister urged to offer solutions - September 17, 2024
An advisor to the South Sudan’s economic cluster has urged the ministry of finance address the needs of citizens yearning for solutions to the country’s economic crisis; some South Sudanese say it is not too late to enroll in school; plus, US elections campaign and more .
9/17/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudan's transitional period extension spark reactions - September 16, 2024
South Sudanese are expressing mixed reactions to the decision to extend the government’s transitional period for two years; residents of the Upper Nile State say President Salva Kiir and his deputies made the right decision to postpone elections; plus, more.
9/16/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - September 13, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
9/13/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Fate of South Sudan's revitalized transitional government of national unity hangs in limbo - September 12, 2024
Stakeholders to the 2018 peace agreement have drafted a document on the fate of the country’s roadmap for extending the transitional period; political parties in South Sudan’s Eastern Equatoria state say they are ready for election; UN renews Sudan sanctions regime; plus, more
9/12/2024 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: US lawmaker calls for urgent Sudan support - September 11, 2024
US Representative Sydney Kamlager-Dove is leading 50 members of Congress who are urging the Biden administration to scale up humanitarian aid in Sudan; the special envoy for the Intergovernmental Authority on Development to Sudan says the mediation process for ending the Sudan conflict should be handed over to the regional bloc; several families in Bor displaced by flooding are asking the government of South Sudan to support their fishing businesses; plus, more.
9/11/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudan's parliament passes bills - September 10, 2024
The South Sudan parliamentary committee on justice is looking at two bills that parliament passed into law last week; A South Sudan lawmaker representing Cueibet county in the national assembly says legislators in the assembly are divided over issues having to do with the formation of a hybrid court for the country; plus, more.
9/10/2024 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Families in South Sudan's Western Equatoria appeal for support - September 09, 2024
Hundreds of families displaced by flooding in Nzara County of Western Equatoria state are appealing for support; editor of Number 1 Citizen newspaper in Juba says stories about human rights violations against former Juba Mayor Kalisto Ladu were removed from the paper; plus, more.
9/9/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - September 06, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
9/6/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Life-skills training empowers vulnerable families - September 05, 2024
Some South Sudanese living with disabilities in Jonglei state say they suffer during flood season. A state government official attributes government's slow response to lack of funding for the flood victims. Weather experts warn that floods are expected this month because of high water volumes at Lake Victoria; plus, more
9/5/2024 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudan's state and national lawmakers outraged by rampant land grabs - September 04, 2024
Eastern Equatoria State lawmakers allege that foreign troops have encroached across the border for years and are calling on the national government to intervene; South Sudan’s military spokesman General Lul Ruai Koang says senior officials from the two countries are handling the border dispute, plus more
9/4/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Aid agencies say Sudanese trapped inside the country are in dire conditions - September 03, 2024
A joint statement by top leaders of the Norwegian Refugee Council, Danish Refugee Council and Mercy Corps say more than 25 million people are suffering acute food insecurity in Sudan; Lawmakers in South Sudan’s Eastern Equatoria State are asking the state government to distribute vehicles to members of the state parliament, who depend on only four vehicles as they visit their constituencies; plus, more
9/3/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Widows in South Sudan's Eastern Equatoria state are asking for support - September 02, 2024
Widows in South Sudan’s Eastern Equatoria state are calling on the government to rescue vulnerable families during the country's hyperinflation; a group calling itself the National Press Club has launched a campaign to stop violence against women and encourage political participation in South Sudan; plus, more
9/2/2024 • 29 minutes, 55 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Families in South Sudanese search for missing relatives - August 30, 2024
The International Committee of the Red Cross says many disappeared persons are still missing in South Sudan; US imposes visa restrictions on South Sudan government officials; farmers in Terekeka County of Central Equatoria state say they had a good harvest of groundnuts; plus, more
8/30/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudan's stranded residents call for help - August 29, 2024
Communities South Sudan's Eastern Equatoria state are cut off from the rest of the country after heavy rains washed away a major bridge in the area; a global watchdog is calling on leaders of the armed conflict in Sudan to put an end to abuses allegedly committed by their forces; president of South Sudan’s Federation of Electronic Sports says the country is ready to participate in regional and global digital games; plus, more
8/29/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Health workers strike cripple services at Bor Hospital - August 28, 2024
Patients in the Jonglei state capital Bor say they are stranded at the town’s hospital because its staff is on strike; chairperson of the South Sudan Doctor’s Union says the country has few doctors working in many government health centers across the country; residents in Sudan's Red Sea state search for survivors; plus, more
8/28/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudan's veterans support December elections - August 27, 2024
Some veterans of South Sudan’s struggle for independence say the coming elections offer a better opportunity for bringing change to South Sudan; Several people were injured Sunday in the Western Equatoria state capital Yambio after unknown gunmen attacked a South Sudan Defense Forces, or SSPDF, patrol team in the area; plus, more
8/27/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Sudan People's Liberation Movement In Opposition says the country is not ready for elections - August 26, 2024
The Sudan People’s Liberation Movement – In Opposition, or SPLM IO, group loyal to South Sudan’s First Vice President says the December elections should be delayed to give enough time for remaining tasks stipulated in the 2018 peace agreement; An official with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan has praised the late General Bior Ajang Duot; plus, more.
8/26/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudan's church leaders question electoral process - August 23, 2024
South Sudan's church leaders warn the government against neglecting them during the preparations for the coming elections; women leaders in Eastern Equatoria state advocate for a woman to run in South Sudan’s presidential election in December; over 60,000 people are homeless in Jonglei state; plus, more
8/23/2024 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: UN says dozens of trucks deliver food aid to Sudan's Darfur region - August 22, 2024
Residents of Torit in Eastern Equatoria State say they are looking forward to voting in South Sudan’s elections scheduled for December 22; trucks from the Adre border crossing with Chad deliver relief items into areas of the Darfur region that are threatened with famine; plus, more.
8/22/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudan’s electoral chief pledge transparency - August 21, 2024
Some South Sudanese in the capital Juba say they are not sure if the country is ready to hold elections; South Sudan’s electoral commission says it is ready to oversee the conduct the country’s elections scheduled for December 2024; plus, more.
8/21/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudanese Americans react to presidential electoral campaigns - August 20, 2024
Some South Sudanese with dual citizenship are keenly watching the battlefield for the November election; South Sudan's Warrap state leaders are calling on the national government to stop fighting between two sections of a community; hundreds of aid workers were killed in 2023; plus, more.
8/20/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: US special envoy for Sudan says communities trapped in Western Sudan will receive relief aid from Chad - August 19, 2024
US special envoy for Sudan Tom Perriello says crucial humanitarian supplies will reach civilians in Darfur; young adults in South Sudan use several tactics to survive the country’s economic hardship; South Sudan's veterans mark the 69th anniversary of the Torit mutiny; plus, more.
8/19/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: US special envoy urge Sudan to send delegates for Geneva talks - August 16, 2024
75 children and adults benefited from free cleft lip surgery at Juba Teaching Hospital Friday; some Juba residents survive on food from the town’s dumpsite; a Mandela Washington Fellow from Sudan surprised by American interaction.
8/16/2024 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: United Nations diplomats discuss South Sudan's crisis - August 15, 2024
Members of the UN Security Council discuss the unfolding situation in South Sudan; Jonglei state officials asked staff at the state hospital not to go on strike over unpaid incentives; a Mandela Washington Fellowship helps Sudanese fleeing from conflict.
8/15/2024 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: US-mediated Sudan peace talks kickoff in Geneva - August 14, 2024
Four people were killed, and two others injured during fresh clashes between the White Army and the South Sudan Defense Force in Nasir town; Sudanese activists around the world are keenly following the US-mediated talks which kicked off in Geneva Wednesday; plus, more.
8/14/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Aviation experts warn South Sudan's residents - August 13, 2024
Civil Aviation authorities in South Sudan say there was no mechanical faults in two recent plane crashes in the country; Travelers along the Juba-Yambio Road say the removal of some illegal check points ease commute; some farmers say they’re able to cultivate their farms after gaining skills from a British nonprofit; plus, more.
8/13/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Former mayor's lawyer demands justice - August 12, 2024
The lawyer representing Kalisto Lado, the former mayor of Juba, is calling on the government to release his client; a witness in Maban says two jet fighters from Sudan allegedly bombed Thor Tumbak village inside South Sudan; Eastern Equatoria’s state parliament has re-opened after being closed for a more than a year; plus, more
8/12/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan Uganda border conflict looms - August 09, 2024
Calm has returned to South Sudan’s Kajokeji County and Uganda’s Yumbe district after days of tension over an illegal road construction from Gobor to Nyaingamuda, in Kajokeji County. South Sudan authorities say they stopped the construction because Uganda did not seek their permission to pave a road in South Sudan's territory. Denis Logonyi has more from Juba.
8/9/2024 • 3 minutes, 2 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Eastern Equatoria state traditional leaders question customary laws - August 09, 2024
Chiefs in Eastern Equatoria State advise parents to review bride prices; Calm has returned to South Sudan’s KajoKeji County and Uganda’s Yumbe district after days of tension over an illegal road construction from Gobor to Nyaingamuda, in Kajokeji County; plus, more
8/9/2024 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudan men's basketball team receive heroic reception - August 08, 2024
The South Sudanese men’s basketball team “The Bright star” received a heroic welcome upon arrival at Juba international Airport on Thursday after they were eliminated last week by Serbia in the Olympics games; Internally Displaced Persons in Malakal town say they have no services; officials at Yambio State Hospital in Western Equatoria say they are dealing with high number of rape cases; plus, more.
8/8/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan In Focus: Human Rights Watch urges action - August 07, 2024
Advocacy organization Human Rights Watch has accused the rival forces in Sudan of committing serious crimes against women and girls. The group’s director for the Horn of Africa, Laetitia Bader, says there is no place for a culture of impunity in Sudan. She says the United Nations should deploy a civilian protection force in Sudan to deter more abuses across the country.
8/7/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: ICC prosecutor warns criminals in Sudan's Darfur region - August 06, 2024
The prosecutor of the International Criminal Court vows to hunt down perpetrators of crimes in Sudan; community leaders in Nimule of Eastern Equatoria state says they worry about the construction of fuel stations in residential areas; members of the Lafon County community are calling on the county commissioner to step down; plus, more.
8/6/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudan's teenage pregnancies pose health risk - August 05, 2024
Health workers at Torit Sate hospital in Eastern Equatoria state say they are handling a high number of cases of teenage pregnancies; South Sudan’s basketball team the Bright Stars are packing to go home after Serbia beat the country’s men’s Olympics basketball team, 96 to 85; plus, US politics.
8/5/2024 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Stigma and discrimination block efforts to halt HIV/AID infections. - August 02, 2024
People living with HIV/AIDS in South Sudan's Eastern Equatoria State capital Torit say stigma and poverty has contributed to the spread of the virus in the state; expert confirm famine in Sudan's Darfur; plus, more.
8/2/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: US men's basketball team beat South Sudan national team in Paris 2024 Olympics. - August 01, 2024
South Sudanese basketball fans are recovering from their shocks after the United States team beat the country’s men’s Olympics basketball team, 103 to 86. Some fans who gathered to watch the game at a basketball gymnasium in Juba say they are hopeful the national team could still reach the finals.
8/1/2024 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - July 31, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
7/31/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Heavy security deployment scares residents - July 30, 2024
Juba town resident say they are living in a police state following heavy deployment of security forces on the streets of the capital; authorities in Yei, Morobo and Kajokeji counties say gunmen attack villages; South Sudan commemorates the death of politician and revolutionary leader John Garang de Mabior.
7/30/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudan celebrates first win at Paris 2024 Olympics - July 29, 2024
South Sudan Basketball fans celebrated the first Olympic win by the Bright Star with watch parties hosted across the country; basketball fans in Malakal celebrated South Sudan’s victory against Puerto Rico on Sunday in the Summer Olympics being held in Paris. The fans say the game united them, irrespective of tribes; plus, more.
7/29/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudan's national basketball ready for historical Olympics games - July 26, 2024
Relatives of South Sudan’s Olympic basketball players are excited to watch them play in Paris; officials at the Catholic Church’s St. Theresa Hospital in Nzara country allege the state and national governments have neglected patients; hunger force South Sudanese to return to Sudan; plus, more.
7/26/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudan's border town residents request medical supplies - July 25, 2024
Residents in Eastern Equatoria State’s Nimule town are worried about unaffordable medical bills at private clinics; Sudan's rival military leaders send mixed reactions to invitation for ceasefire talks in Switzerland; plus, more.
7/25/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Kenya and Uganda experience street protests. - July 24, 2024
Residents of the South Sudan capital Juba woke up to sustained gunfire that rung in the city for one hour; Kenyan journalists protest police actions; several protesters were arrested and charged in the Uganda's capital, Kampala; plus more.
7/24/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudan's officials prepare for looming flood. - July 23, 2024
Authorities in Upper Nile State say they are prepared to tackle floods expected in the coming months; a lawyer says bank of South Sudan's hiring process is ''unprofessional and unfair'.''
7/23/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - July 22, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
7/22/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Residents of South Sudan's capital face looming destructive floods. - July 19, 2024
Residents in the Upper Nile state capital, Malakal, are indoors; shops are closed and streets empty; some residents of South Sudan’s capital, Juba, are asking the government to support them during the rainy season because of the city's poor drainage system; plus, more.
7/19/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Foreign vendors outnumber local traders in South Sudan's capital. - July 18, 2024
Some Juba residents are raising concerns over what they said an increase in the number of foreign vendors operating businesses along the streets and in markets in Juba; delegates at the Kenya sponsored South Sudan talks in Nairobi is going through crisis after SPLM IO loyal to the country’s First Vice President Riek Machar recalled his delegates at the talks; plus more.
7/18/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudan's former rebels quit the Nairobi peace talks. - July 17, 2024
The inter-university council for East Africa has signed a partnership with South Korea’s Kyungdong University and launched the East Africa community student scholarship program; Former rebels of the Sudan People Liberation Movement In Opposition, loyal to South Sudan’s First Vice President Riek Machar, have recalled their members who were part of the Nairobi talks; plus, US elections campaigns
7/17/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudan rolls out free vaccine for a killer disease - July 16, 2024
South Sudan’s Ministry of Health, with support from donors and the non-profit GAVI the Vaccine Alliance, has rolled out the R21 malaria vaccine; some residents in South Sudan’s capital, Juba, alleged that government-subsidized food is going to the wrong people; authorities at Torit prison say they face challenges, including overcrowded cells, a lack of food and no schools to teach young inmates job skills, plus more.
7/16/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudanese react to weekend attempted assassination of former US President Donald Trump. - July 15, 2024
Thousands of Rwandans cast votes in South Sudan to elect their president and members of parliament’s lower chamber; authorities in South Sudan and Kenya have agreed to end a conflict over grazing land and water points for cattle, plus more.
7/15/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Al Watan Arabic newspaper resumes operations after receiving greenlight from authorities in Juba - July 12, 2024
Security forces in South Sudan have given an Arabic Newspaper greenlight to resume operations after the paper was closed for publishing the condolence message from President Salva Kiir to Israel; Kenyans urge President Ruto to do more in addressing the crisis in their country.
7/12/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Some South Sudan's Internally Displaced Persons say they feel homesick - July 11, 2024
South Sudan’s Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) urged holdout opposition groups to sign a peace deal; Eastern Equatoria State imposed a ban on pastoralists from Pibor Administrative Area, plus more.
7/11/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: President Salva Kiir says Sudan's conflict and instability has crippled his country's economy - July 10, 2024
President Salva Kiir addressed the South Sudanese Tuesday night as the country marked its 13th independence anniversary. Mister Kiir acknowledged for the first time that South Sudan is feeling the heat from Sudan’s conflict; a senior church leader in South Sudan says families are going through tough times across the country.
7/10/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Women and veterans remind South Sudan's authorities to help children and wives of former freedom fighters - July 09, 2024
Some women who participated in South Sudan’s struggle for independence are calling on the government to remember their contributions; soldiers who fought for South Sudan’s independence say they have no reason to celebrate country’s 13th Independence Day on July 9; a resident of Juba says the country’s challenges will not stop his independence anniversary celebrations.
7/9/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: More opposition reaction to the passage of the South Sudan's National security act by the country's lawmakers. - July 08, 2024
Some traders in South Sudan’s capital Juba say they are ready for international markets. residents of Eastern Equatoria State living with disabilities demand inclusion and representation in state institutions, South Sudan’s opposition group at the peace talks called the Tuamini Initiative fired back at the national parliament for passing the national security act.
7/8/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Yei town's terrified residents call for help, South Sudan government delegation tout success at Nairobi peace talks - July 05, 2024
The commissioner of Yei County says National Salvation Front's a splinter group attacked outskirts of Yei town; South Sudan information minister Michael Makuei Lueth says the new peace records progress; University of Bahr El Ghazal teaching staff took to the streets in Wau.
7/5/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudanese journalists protest unfair treatment - July 04, 2024
Journalists walked out of South Sudan’s national parliament Wednesday to protest what they call unfair treatment; national assembly passed a bill giving National Security officers powers to detain people without an arrest warrant; mining companies exploit natural resources in some parts of South Sudan's Eastern Equatoria state.
7/4/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Fishermen fight South Sudan army - July 03, 2024
Clashes between a local vigilante group and the South Sudan Peoples Defense Force in Nasir County have resulted in the death of one person; two communities found in Ethiopia and South Sudan are fighting at the Kakuma refugee camp, plus more.
7/3/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Jonglei state security crackdown on activists backing protests - July 02, 2024
Teaching staff of South Sudan’s Rumbek University of Science and Technology protest salary delays; UN refugee agency struggle with influx of Sudanese refugees; South Sudanese activist hides from government security agent; plus, more.
7/2/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Communities collect thousands of dollars for road construction - July 01, 2024
Western Equatoria State lawmakers' long recess spark reactions; communities Eastern Equatoria state contribute money for road construction major road linking the state with Uganda; holdout groups meeting in Nairobi face hurdles, plus more.
7/1/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Electoral officials decry South Sudan's inaccurate populace data - June 28, 2024
South Sudan’s Electoral Commission inaccurate population data could affect the scheduled December 2024 polls. Plus, a group at the Nairobi talks says individual South Sudanese politicians are negotiating their way to Juba.
This and more on today's South Sudan in Focus !
6/28/2024 • 30 minutes, 1 second
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudan's opposition group kicked out of the Nairobi peace talks; fuel shortage affects traders in Yambio town - June 27, 2024
Fuel scarcity hits Yambio town; children in Upper Nile state urge the national government to protect their rights; Kenyan government imposes a curfew at Kalobeyei refugee camp, plus more
6/27/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Students say Kenyan protests disrupted studies; church leaders call on South Sudan’s leaders to address dire crisis - June 26, 2024
Some South Sudanese students living and studying in Nairobi say the protests in the Kenyan capital disrupted their studies; church leaders in Eastern Equatoria state are calling on the leadership of South Sudan to address the country’s dire economic crisis; plus more.
6/26/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: President Salva Kiir touts South Sudan as a new tourism hub. - June 25, 2024
President Salva Kiir released the results South Sudan’s national parks survey; children in the Eastern Equatoria state capital Torit said they left their homes due to parental neglect... plus more
6/25/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - June 24, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
6/24/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Nurses at Torit hospital say they have no drugs, equipment and manpower - June 21, 2024
Sudanese refugees grow vegetables; health workers decry conditions at a state hospital; South Sudanese authorities pledged support to refugees, plus more
6/21/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Senior UN official urges refugees to be self-reliant - June 20, 2024
Top UN official says millions of people displaced due to war, some refugees in South Sudan say security forces harass them, and the Norwegian Refugee Council says neglect has become the “new normal.”
6/20/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - June 19, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
6/19/2024 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Security forces block protest over high food prices - June 18, 2024
Sudanese refugees living in South Sudan’s Eastern Equatoria state worry about their children’s future and are asking aid agencies to provide food, health and education in Arabic; South Sudanese refugees living in a Ugandan camp describe their living conditions as dire, and security forces in Jonglei state block a protest against soaring prices.
6/18/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - June 17, 2024
Some Sudanese refugees in South Sudan’s capital Juba say the relative peace in the country has given them an opportunity to purse studies; Ugandan Ambassador to South Sudan, says his government working to resolve a dispute between South Sudan fish traders and revenue authorities in Kampala.
6/17/2024 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan opposition groups demand change ahead of elections - June 13, 2024
The South Sudan Opposition Movement Alliance (SSOMA) and other opposition groups have called for the formation of an interim government in South Sudan ahead of the proposed December elections. Lual Dau, the coordinator of the opposition groups, told VOA's John Tanza that South Sudan is not ready for elections, and believes dialogue could help to chart the way forward.
6/13/2024 • 5 minutes, 12 seconds
Locally-based Sudanese groups deliver aid - June 13, 2024
An International nonprofit group working with community partners to provide cash assistance and critical relief to Emergency Response Rooms and Women’s Response Rooms in Sudan’s capital, Khartoum, says the international community should focus on the humanitarian crisis in Sudan. Shallin Chikoto of the group Community Organized Relief Effort (CORE) told VOA's John Tanza that donors should not forget the people of Sudan, adding that "turning a blind eye is not an option."
6/13/2024 • 5 minutes, 24 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - June 13, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
6/13/2024 • 29 minutes, 55 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Fuel imports aim to reduce prices in South Sudan - June 12, 2024
Truckloads of fuel imported from neighboring Kenya arrive in Juba amid acute shortages and skyrocketing prices. Wednesday, June 12, 2024.
6/12/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: ICC chief urges help to document ongoing atrocities in Darfur; Kiir reopens Juba National Stadium with inaugural match - June 11, 2024
FILE- International Criminal Court Prosecutor Karim Khan speaks during an interview with Reuters in The Hague, Netherlands February 12, 2024. REUTERS/Piroschka van de Wouw.
6/11/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudan peace talks delegates report fruitful discussions; University staff to strike over unpaid salary arrears - June 10, 2024
Members of the People's Coalition for Civil Action group pause for a picture at Jomo Kenyata International Airport, Nairobi, Kenya, Tuesday, June 4, 2024.
(Courtesy photo)
6/10/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - June 07, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
6/7/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Catholic church head in South Sudan urges authorities to cooperate on national issues - June 06, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
6/6/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudan parliament divided over questioning ministers; Torit authorities arrest dozens of suspected gang members - June 05, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
6/5/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Former governor Kuel Aguer Kuel arrives in Nairobi after three years of travel restrictions in South Sudan - June 04, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
6/4/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: US envoy for Sudan urges support for local humanitarian efforts amid conflict - June 03, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
6/3/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - May 31, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
5/31/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Deadly road ambush in Eastern Equatoria State - May 30, 2024
5/30/2024 • 30 minutes, 12 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Investigators report 72 villages were burned down in April amid ongoing fighting in Darfur - May 29, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
5/29/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: UN warns of worsening conditions for 800,000 in El Fasher, Sudan - May 28, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
5/28/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - May 27, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
5/27/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudan Youth Union Accuses Politicians of Interference; Juba Residents Complain about High Electricity Bills
- May 24, 2024
5/24/2024 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - May 23, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
5/23/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: MSF Urges Safe Access in Darfur Amid Fighting; South Sudan Civil Servants Desert Jobs After Going Months without Pay - May 22, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
5/22/2024 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - May 21, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
5/21/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudan Celebrates International Museum Day for the First Time - May 20, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
5/20/2024 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudan Government and Opposition Sign Declaration; Uganda Warns South Sudan about Flooding - May 17, 2024
5/17/2024 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus: El Fasher Fighting Takes Toll on Civilians; South Sudan Marks SPLM/A Day - May 16, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
5/16/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: US Imposes Sanctions on RSF Commanders; Women in Renk Train to Combat GBV - May 15, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
5/15/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Attack in Akobo Leaves Several People Dead; South Sudan Launches First Sign language Training Center - May 14, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
5/14/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Slim Hopes for Oil Production in South Sudan Amid Pipeline Damage; Optimism at South Sudan Peace Talks in Nairobi
- May 13, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
5/13/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - May 10, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
5/10/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: MSF Suspends Operations in Sudan's Wad Madani; Seven Suffocate in Container in South Sudan's Warrap - May 09, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
5/9/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Religious Leaders Urge Intervention to Address Violence in Tambura; South Sudanese Diplomat Evicted in Rome - May 08, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
5/8/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Karuma Bridge Closure Threatens Food Prices in South Sudan - May 07, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
5/7/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Security Forces Thwart Protest in Juba; South Sudan Assembly Forms Committee to Probe Violence in Tambura - May 06, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
5/6/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - May 03, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
5/3/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: MSF Warns of Malnutrition Emergency in Darfur; South Sudan Farmers Trek for Water - May 02, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
5/2/2024 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: HRW Calls for Reform within South Sudan National Security; Telecom Companies Hike Tariffs Sparking Nationwide Protests - May 01, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
5/1/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - April 30, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
4/30/2024 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudan Grapples with Plastic Pollution; Students Fleeing Sudan Violence to Pursue Education in South Sudan - April 29, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
4/29/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - April 26, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
4/26/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudanese Lawyer Threatens Legal Action Against Government; UN Warns Millions Face Hunger from Sudan to Gaza - April 25, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
4/25/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: 90 Juba Residents Receive Free Cleft Lip Surgeries; Yei Residents Rally for Blood Donations Amid Healthcare Challenges - April 24, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
4/24/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - April 23, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
4/23/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Upper Nile State Seeks Support for Refugees; Juba City Council Faces Criticism Over Contract Terminations
- April 22, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
4/22/2024 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudan Graduates Struggle with Unemployment; Donors Pledge $2.1 Billion in Aid for Sudan - April 19, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
4/19/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - April 18, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
4/18/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Freedom House Calls for Global Action to End Sudan Conflict; South Sudanese Youth Struggle with Unemployment - April 17, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
4/17/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - April 16, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
4/16/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - April 15, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
4/15/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - April 12, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
4/12/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - April 11, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
4/11/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: UN Chief Concerned About Election Prospects in South Sudan; South Sudan Joins in Eid el-Fitr Celebrations - April 10, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
4/10/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudan Electoral Commission Ready for December Vote; Sudan Conflict Cripples South Sudan Oil Industry - April 09, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
4/9/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Mobile Money Problems in Yei, Drivers Lure Juba Residents to Rob Them, MSF Says Sudan One of Worst Crises in Decades - April 08, 2024
Some South Sudanese living in Yei say they struggle to withdraw money from their mobile money accounts. Juba residents are complaining about robberies committed by criminals who use private vehicles and pretend to offer rides to commuters. The French medical charity MSF says Sudan is one of the worst crises the world has seen for decades.
4/8/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Landmines Still a Threat in South Sudan, Upper Nile Refugees Call for Education Aid, Food Aid Reaches Darfur - April 05, 2024
Landmines still pose a threat to millions of people in South Sudan more than a decade after the conflict broke out in 2013. Some Sudanese refugees in Upper Nile’s Maban County are calling for support for tertiary education. The World Food Program says desperately needed food aid has reached the war-wracked Darfur region for the first time in months.
4/5/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - April 04, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
4/4/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudan Lawmaker Calls for Release of Ex-Mayor; South Sudanese Debate National Attire Options - April 03, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
4/3/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudan Bishop Urges Release of Former Juba Mayor; Sudanese Refugees Call for End to Conflict - April 02, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
4/2/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Juba Ex-Mayor Abducted; South Sudanese Women's Role in Peacebuilding - April 01, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
4/1/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - March 29, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
3/29/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudan's Black Market Thrives Amid Rampant Inflation, Currency Scarcity - March 28, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
3/28/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Free Cleft Lip Surgeries in South Sudan; SAF-RSF Conflict Escalating in Sudan - March 27, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
3/27/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudan Constitution Review Commission Faces Budget Delays - March 26, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
3/26/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Political Parties Protest Steep License Fee Ahead of Elections; Residential Water Prices in Juba Go up Due to Tariffs - March 25, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
3/25/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudanese Journalists Question 2017 Killing Probe; Clean Water Scarcity Plagues Malakal on World Water Day - March 22, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
3/22/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - March 21, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
3/21/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: UN Report Reveals Widespread Violations Against Civilians in Darfur; Juba Residents Brave Heat to Provide for Families - March 20, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
3/20/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Russian-made Antonov 26 Crashed in South Sudan; Sudan Declares Force Majeure on Oil Transport Obligations Due to War - March 19, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
3/19/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - March 18, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
3/18/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: HWR Urges Action Against Aid Access Obstruction in Sudan; Cyber Attacks on the Rise in South Sudan - March 15, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
3/15/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
U.S. Imposes Visa Restrictions on South Sudanese Individuals - March 14, 2024
The U.S. Department of state announced steps to impose visa restrictions on multiple individuals in South Sudan for undermining or impeding a sustainable peace by engaging in corruption that fuels conflict in South Sudan. South Sudan’s Minister of Foreign Affairs says his office is yet to receive names of the individual South Sudanese who will be affected by the U.S. visa restrictions.
3/14/2024 • 7 minutes, 47 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - March 14, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
3/14/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudan Cracks Down on Gas Stations in Residential Areas; South Sudan Women Demand Security, Equality - March 13, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
3/13/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - March 12, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
3/12/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Guterres Renews Calls for Cease-fire in Sudan and Gaza; Kiir Dispatches Delegation to Negotiate with Holdout Rebels - March 11, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
3/11/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - March 08, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
3/8/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - March 07, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
3/7/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: US Justice Department Ordered Arrest of Two South Sudanese Nationals; WFP Warns of Unprecedented Hunger in Sudan - March 06, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
3/6/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - March 05, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
3/5/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: SPLM-In-Opposition Threatens to Boycott Dec. Vote; Efforts to Broker Ceasefire in Sudan Continue with Little Progress - March 04, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
3/4/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: UN Commission Report Details Rights Violations in SSudan; WFP Feeding Program Supports Schools in SSudan - March 01, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
3/1/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - February 29, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
2/29/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudan's Oil Industry Hit by Sudan Conflict; Comm. Blackouts Hamper Health Response in Conflict-Affected Sudan - February 28, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
2/28/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: US Names Special Envoy for Sudan; Officials in Nasir Assure Residents of Improved Security - February 27, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
2/27/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Juba Weekend Blast Sparks Safety Talks; South Sudan's Economic Crisis Strains Civil Servants - February 26, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
2/26/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Individuals Escaping Sudan Violence Desperately Need Assistance; Climate Change Hurts Farming Activities in Malakal - February 23, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
2/23/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - February 22, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
2/22/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Badiet Youths Combat Poverty Through USAID-Funded Projects; Individuals with Disabilities Decry Lack of Access to Edu. - February 21, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
2/21/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: WFP Calls for Aid to Sudan, SSudan, Chad; UN Rights Commission Urges Prioritizing Protection of Civilians in SSudan - February 20, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
2/20/2024 • 29 minutes, 53 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Surge in Exchange Rate of USD Against SSP; Terekeka Witnesses Boost in Tourism and Business Due to Relative Peace - February 19, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
2/19/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Persons with Disabilities in Malakal Lament Neglect; Impact of High Bride Prices in South Sudan - February 16, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
2/16/2024 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - February 15, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
2/15/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Combatting Hate Speech ahead of South Sudan's Election; Armed Pastoralists Terrify Civilians in Central Equatoria - February 14, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
2/14/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Radio's Impact in South Sudan - February 13, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
2/13/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Calm Returns to South Sudan's Nasir County Following Weekend Clashes; New Podcast on Polygamy in South Sudan - February 12, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
2/12/2024 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: UNICEF Warns 700,000 Sudanese Children Face Malnutrition - February 09, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
2/9/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudan Anglican Church Calls for Peaceful Election; Lanya Residents Praise ICRC Water Project - February 08, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
2/8/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - February 07, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
2/7/2024 • 29 minutes, 51 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Two Aid Workers Killed in Abyei Violence; World Bank Urges Transparent Management in South Sudan - February 06, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
2/6/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - February 05, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
2/5/2024 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Juba Residents Hope Installation of CCTV Cameras will Improve Security - February 02, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
2/2/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: US Sanctions Sudanese Companies Accused of Fueling Conflict; RSF Denies Allegations of Fuel Supply from South Sudan - February 01, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
2/1/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - January 31, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
1/31/2024 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: MSF Launches Hepatitis-E Vaccinations in Fangak; UN Peacekeepers Killed in Abyei - January 30, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
1/30/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: SPLM-IO and SSPDF Trade Accusations About Attacks in Unity State; Violence in Abyei Leaves Peacekeeper Dead - January 29, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
1/29/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Medical Officials Warn of Health Crisis in South Sudan's Malakal - January 26, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
1/26/2024 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudan Needs 1.8B to Address Hunger; Political Parties Demand Equal Opportunities in Registering for Elections - January 25, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
1/25/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Suspected Rebel Attack in South Sudan's Kajo-Keji County; Analysis of Sudan's Opting Out of IGAD - January 24, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
1/24/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: EU Slaps Sanctions on Entities Fueling Sudan's Conflict; Political Parties Doubt South Sudan's Election Preparedness - January 23, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
1/23/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - January 22, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
1/22/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: IGAD Urges Swift Face-to-Face Talks to End Sudan Violence; Call for Disability Inclusion Ahead of South Sudan Election - January 19, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
1/19/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: IGAD Commences Summit to Discuss Sudan Conflict and Tensions between Ethiopia and Somalia - January 18, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
1/18/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Sudan Suspends its IGAD Membership; South Sudanese Journalists Decry Intimidation - January 17, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
1/17/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: UN Allocates $10m for Displaced People in SSudan; Upper Nile State Grapples with Health Challenges Among Returnees - January 16, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
1/16/2024 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Authorities in South Sudan's Jonglei Suspend Fisheries Traders Union Due to Leadership Dispute - January 15, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
1/15/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: HRW Urges Accountability for Rights Abuses in Sudan and Ethiopia - January 12, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
1/12/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: WHO Urges Attention to Medical Emergencies in Sudan and Ethiopia - January 11, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
1/11/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: UNOCHA Urges Funding to Assist Sudanese Refugees in South Sudan - January 10, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
1/10/2024 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudan Swears in Election Commission; Analyst Urges Attention to Sudan's Humanitarian and Political Crisis - January 09, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
1/9/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudanese Refugees Stranded in West Kordufan Amid Ongoing Fighting Need Urgent Help - January 08, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
1/8/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: 10 Killed in Jonglei Cattle Raid; Sudan Recalls it's Ambassador to Kenya in Protest - January 05, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
1/5/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Troika Countries Call for Investigating Abyei Killings; Sudanese Civilians Continue Shuttle Diplomacy to End Conflict - January 04, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
1/4/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: RSF Ready to End Hostilities with Army; Malakal Hospitals Face Numerous Challenges - January 03, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
1/3/2024 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Sudan Paramilitary Ready for Immediate Ceasefire Talks with Army - January 02, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
1/2/2024 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - January 01, 2024
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
1/1/2024 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Upper Nile State to Move Civilians from UN Camp to Town; 2023 Marks Best Year for SSudan's National Basketball Team - December 29, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
12/29/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Sudanese Journalists Urge Civilian Protection in Conflict Zones; RSF Commander Continues Regional Tour - December 28, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
12/28/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Domestic Violence Surge in South Sudan; Conflicting Reports Surround Sudan Warring Generals' Meeting - December 27, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
12/27/2023 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudanese Use Online Forums to Circumvent Assembly Ban - December 26, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
12/26/2023 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudan's Top Cleric Urges Swift Peace Implementation; Perspectives from Residents Across South Sudan on 2023 - December 25, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
12/25/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: UN Urges Attention to Sudan's Unfolding Humanitarian Crisis - December 22, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
12/22/2023 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - December 21, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
12/21/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Journalists Bid Farewell to Late South Sudan in Focus Juba Chief; Urgent Calls for Road Safety Enforcement in SSudan - December 20, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
12/20/2023 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: 300,000 Displaced in Sudan's Al Gezira State Since Friday - December 19, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
12/19/2023 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - December 18, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
12/18/2023 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
Marking the Loss of South Sudan in Focus Bureau Chief Charlton Doki - December 15, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
12/15/2023 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - December 14, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
12/14/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: WFP Warns of Hunger Crisis in Sudan; South Sudanese Women Decry Police Harassment - December 13, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
12/13/2023 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: HRW Urges US Government to Protect Civilians in Sudan; South Sudan Minister Says Country Needs National Land Policy - December 12, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
12/12/2023 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: ICRC Convoy Attacked in Khartoum; US Ambassador Urges End to GBV in South Sudan - December 11, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
12/11/2023 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: UNSC Sets Pre-Conditions for Review of Arms Embargo Imposed on South Sudan; Officials in Malakal Report a Surge in GBV - December 08, 2023
12/8/2023 • 29 minutes, 58 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: US State Department Says Sudan's Warring Parties Engaged in War Crimes; A Group Calls for End to GBV in South Sudan - December 07, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
12/7/2023 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Women's Rights Activists Say Cultural Norms Encourage GBV; South Sudanese Nationals Fight in Sudan Conflict - December 06, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
12/6/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: US Sanctions Ex-Sudanese Officials for Undermining Peace; High Bride Price in South Sudanese Communities Fuels GBV - December 05, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
12/5/2023 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: UNSC Terminates UNITAMS Mandate; Calm Returns to Abyei Following Weekend Clashes - December 04, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
12/4/2023 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: HIV Challenges Amid South Sudan's Economic Crisis; UNMISS Concerned About Violence in Leer - December 01, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
12/1/2023 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudan Activists Urge Inclusive Nation-Building; Soaring Food Prices in Malakal - November 30, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
11/30/2023 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Kiir Urges State Governors to Consolidate Peace Across SSudan; US Embassy Concerned About Renewed Fighting in Leer - November 29, 2023
11/29/2023 • 30 minutes, 4 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Clashes Between Rival SPLA-IO Factions Escalate in Leer; SSudan Aid Agencies Seek $1.8B in Humanitarian Assistance - November 28, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
11/28/2023 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Darfur IDPs Face Dire Conditions Amid Ongoing Conflict; Abyei Civil Society Accuses UNISFA of Failing to Protect - November 27, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
11/27/2023 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Kiir Assumes Leadership of East Africa Community; South Sudan Tops Africa in Child Soldier Recruitment Rate - November 24, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
11/24/2023 • 29 minutes, 55 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: UNMISS: South Sudan's Environment Unsuitable for Elections; Amnesty Accuses RSF of Ethnic Targeting in Darfur - November 23, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
11/23/2023 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: RSF Claims Control Over El Dein; South Sudan Police Round Up Individuals with Dreadlocks - November 22, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
11/22/2023 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: US, UK, Norway Condemn Abyei Violence; Ongoing Arrival of Hundreds of Sudanese Refugees in South Sudan - November 21, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
11/21/2023 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Darfur Armed Movements Enter Sudan Conflict; FAO Distributes Seeds to Sudanese Households - November 20, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
11/20/2023 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - November 17, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
11/17/2023 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - November 16, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
11/16/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - November 15, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
11/15/2023 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - November 14, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
11/14/2023 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - November 13, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
11/13/2023 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan's Peace Monitoring Commission Demands Action - November 12, 2023
The commission monitoring South Sudan’s 2018 peace agreement and the United Nations Mission in the country, UNMISS, has urged the government to fund the recently created commission including the unified forces. The head of Reconstituted Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission, RJMEC, says the unified forces have languished in training and cantonment sites without support. Manyang David Mayar reports from Juba.
11/12/2023 • 2 minutes, 40 seconds
South Sudan Pays Regional Bloc, EAC, Millions for Annual Arrears - November 11, 2023
The undersecretary in South Sudan’s Ministry of East African Affairs said the transitional government of national unity has paid $7 million to the East African Community, EAC, as part of the country’s arrears and annual contributions. Charlton Doki reports from Juba.
11/11/2023 • 3 minutes, 32 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - November 10, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
11/10/2023 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - November 09, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
11/9/2023 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - November 08, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
11/8/2023 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - November 07, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
11/7/2023 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - November 06, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
11/6/2023 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - November 03, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
11/3/2023 • 29 minutes, 55 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - November 02, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
11/2/2023 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - November 01, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
11/1/2023 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - October 31, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
10/31/2023 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - October 30, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
10/30/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - October 27, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
10/27/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - October 26, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
10/26/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - October 25, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
10/25/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - October 24, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
10/24/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - October 23, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
10/23/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - October 20, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
10/20/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: WFP Raises Concerns Over Hunger in Sudan; New Salary Structure Brings Relief to South Sudan Security Forces
- October 19, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
10/19/2023 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Funding Shortages Hinder Humanitarian Aid in Sudan Conflict; Challenges in Resolving the Sudan Conflict - October 18, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
10/18/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Armed Conflict in Sudan Sparks Food Crisis in South Sudan; Sudan's Unmet Needs After Six Months of Conflicts, - October 17, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
10/17/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Amnesty International Calls for Accountability in Sudan's Conflict; Three Killed in Jonglei Clashes - October 16, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
10/16/2023 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: MSF Sounds Alarm Over Sudan's Worsening Medical Crisis - October 13, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
10/13/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: EU, UN Commit 26.5M to Help Returnees in Wau; IDPs in Bentiu Express Concerns Over Participation in 2024 Election - October 12, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
10/12/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: S.Sudanese Girls Seek Change on International Day of the Girl; Sudanese Nationals Trapped in Israel Amid Conflict - October 11, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
10/11/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: $215M World Bank Grant for South Sudan's Climate-Related Water Challenges; Displaced Residents in Kajo-Keji Need Aid - October 10, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
10/10/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - October 09, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
10/9/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudan Allocates $10 Million for Refugee Assistance; South Sudan's Finance Ministry Denies Power Centralization - October 06, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
10/6/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Khartoum Rocket Strike Kills 20; New Report Reveals Disparities in South Sudan's Economy - October 05, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
10/5/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Over 400 Former Refugees Return to South Sudan from Uganda - October 04, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
10/4/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudan Government Launches Probe into Christopher Allen's Killing; Sudanese Women, Children Trapped Amid Fighting - October 03, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
10/3/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: SSudanese Catholics Welcome Ordination of Bishop as Cardinal; SSudanese Businesspeople Showcase Products in Kenya
- October 02, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
10/2/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Activists, Journalists Decry Shrinking Civic Space in South Sudan - September 29, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
9/29/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: US Sanctions Former Sudan Foreign Minister; S.Sudanese journalists struggle to access government information
- September 28, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
9/28/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Kiir Heads to Moscow for Bilateral Talks; Juba Appoints New Interior Minister - September 27, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
9/27/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Burhan Wants End to Sudan Conflict & Move to Civilian Rule; UN Condemns Attack on Humanitarian Convoy in South Sudan - September 26, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
9/26/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Sudan White House Rally Urges Humanitarian Support; Two UNICEF Workers Killed in South Sudan Attack - September 25, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
9/25/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Sudan Warring Generals Engage in Verbal Spar; VOA Trains Journalists in Juba on Election Reporting - September 22, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
9/22/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Displaced Pochala Residents Face Dire Conditions; PCC Criticizes Bill Expanding President Kiir's Authority - September 21, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
9/21/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: UNHCR Concerned About Attacks on Returnees in South Sudan's Jonglei State - September 20, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
9/20/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - September 19, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
9/19/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Weekend Clashes Destroy Key Installations in Khartoum; Journalists in South Sudan Complain of Harassment by Security - September 18, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
9/18/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Lack of Trust Hinders South Sudan Peace Implementation; South Sudanese with Disabilities Demand Government Support - September 15, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
9/15/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - September 14, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
9/14/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Rights Groups Urge Action to Halt Sudan Conflict; Calls to Remove South Sudan's Juba Mayor Amid Assault Video - September 13, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
9/13/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: S.Sudan's Elections Without Constitution or Refugees; S.Sudan Cleric Highlights Shortage of Legal Professionals - September 12, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
9/12/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Airstrike Kills 46 in Khartoum; Kiir Announces Economic Reforms - September 11, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
9/11/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - September 08, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
9/8/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: IDPs in Unity State Protest Suspension of Food Distribution - September 07, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
9/7/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: US Sanctions Leaders of Sudan's RSF;11,000 Individuals Reported Missing in South Sudan - September 06, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
9/6/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Kiir Announces Measures for Climate Adaptation; S.Sudan Economic Conference Calls for Infrastructure, Tax Reform - September 05, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
9/5/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Sudan's Army Chief Holds Talks with Kiir in Juba; Local Chief Shot in Juba County - September 04, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
9/4/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Thousands of People Escaping Sudan's Conflict Arrive in South Sudan in Dire Health Conditions - September 01, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
9/1/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Sudan's Army Chief's Move Signals Shift to Diplomacy; Equatoria Youths Announce Conference - August 31, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
8/31/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: UK Group Urges Attention to Darfur Atrocities; South Sudan's Bright Stars Exit FIBA Basketball Tournament - August 30, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
8/30/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Sudan's Army Chief Makes First Trip Abroad Since Conflict Outbreak - August 29, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
8/29/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Sudan's Paramilitary Unveils Political Vision; South Sudanese Clerics Accuse Soldiers of Attacks on Civilians - August 28, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
8/28/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - August 25, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
8/25/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - August 24, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
8/24/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: US, KU Urge South Sudan Government to Probe Journalist's Death - August 23, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
8/23/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - August 22, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
8/22/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: EU, UNDP Pledge 3M for South Sudan Elections; Aid Workers Brave Danger to Assist Vulnerable South Sudanese - August 21, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
8/21/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: S.Sudan, World Bank, UNDP Launch Safety Net for Vulnerable Households; UN Warns of Catastrophe in Sudan - August 18, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
8/18/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: S.Sudanese Abroad Doubt Credibility of Upcoming Elections; Ugandan MPs Urge Increased Security at S.Sudan Border - August 17, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
8/17/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudan's Disabled Celebrate UN Convention Ratification; Sudan's Conflict Reaches Stalemate
- August 16, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
8/16/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - August 15, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
8/15/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - August 14, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
8/14/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - August 11, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
8/11/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - August 10, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
8/10/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - August 09, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
8/9/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - August 08, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
8/8/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - August 07, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
8/7/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - August 04, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
8/4/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudan's Government Lifts Suspension of Radio Miraya; Measles Outbreak Hits South Sudan's Ayod County - August 03, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
8/3/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Sudan's Conflict Spreading & Intensifying - August 02, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
8/2/2023 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: UN Mission Urges De-escalation of Violence in Pibor; UN Empowers S.Sudanese Youth and Women with $10.8M Project
- August 01, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
8/1/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Troika Countries Urge South Sudan to End Human Trafficking; South Sudanese Analysts Call For Open Civic Space - July 31, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
7/31/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Rights Groups Urge Limiting South Sudan's National Security Powers; Analyst Warns of Devastating Sudan Conflict - July 28, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
7/28/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Sudan Army Delegation Returns from Talks Citing Obstacles; South Sudan Aid Officials Seek Funding for Sudanese Refugee - July 27, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
7/27/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Sudanese Civilians Meet in Cairo to End Conflict; South Sudan Lawmakers Urge Aid For Sudanese Refugees in Juba - July 26, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
7/26/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: USAD Donates Emergency Supplies For People Fleeing Sudan's Conflict; Inmates in Wau Grow Their Own Food - July 25, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
7/25/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Fighting Persists in Sudan as Conflict Enters 100th Day; SPLM-IO Criticizes Proposed 2023-2024 Budget - July 24, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
7/24/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Sudan Warring Factions Ready For Talks; Sudanese Refugees in Juba Express Deep Trauma From Conflict Experiences - July 21, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
7/21/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Fighting Intensifies in Sudan as Factions Gear up For Talks; UNHCR Urges Support For Sudanese Refugees - July 20, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
7/20/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudan Clerics Urge Government to Hold Elections on Time; Sudanese Refugees Concerned About Missing Loved Ones
- July 19, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
7/19/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Sudan's Dagalo Commits to Peaceful Conflict Resolution; Motorists in South Sudan Welcome New Vehicle Tracking System - July 18, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
7/18/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Sudanese Call For Dialogue to Resolve Conflict; South Sudanese Welcome Move to Disarm Civilians - July 17, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
7/17/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: ICC Launches Investigation into 'War Crimes' in Darfur; Regional Leaders Meet in Cairo to Discuss Sudan Conflict - July 14, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
7/14/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - July 13, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
7/13/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: UK Sanctions 6 Businesses Belonging to Sudan's Warring Parties; SPLM-IO Calls For Resignation of SSudan Chief Justice - July 12, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
7/12/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: HRW Calls For ICC Investigation into Possible War Crimes in Darfur; SSudan to Unify Armed Forces Ahead of Elections - July 11, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
7/11/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Kiir Reiterates Promise to Hold Elections in 2024; IGAD Countries Hold Meeting on Sudan Conflict - July 10, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
7/10/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: IFRC Seeks Funding For Sudanese Affected by Conflict; South Sudan Marks 12th Independence Anniversary - July 07, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
7/7/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Building Collapse Kills Multiple People in Juba; UNMISS Head Raises Doubts About SSudan's Election Preparedness - July 06, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
7/6/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: President Kiir Endorsed For 2024 SPLM Presidential Candidate; WHO Reports Measles Outbreak in Unity State - July 05, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
7/5/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Sudan Conflict Pushes Hospitals to Brink; SSudan Protection of Civilians Camp Closed - July 04, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
7/4/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Deadly Cattle Raid in Warrap; Peace Commission Officials Killed in Ruweng - July 03, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
7/3/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: ICRC Facilitates Release of Sudanese POWs; South Sudanese Bishops Call For End to Sudan Conflict - June 30, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
6/30/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Sexual Violence Rampant in Sudan Conflict; SSudan Opposition Politicians Criticize Lack of Freedom of Expression - June 29, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
6/29/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Sudanese Mark Eid al-Adha Amid Fighting; SSudan Government Committed to Good Relationship With USA - June 28, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
6/28/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Sudan's RSF Declares Unilateral Cease-Fire Ahead of Eid; South Sudan Authorities to Institute Tax Reforms - June 27, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
6/27/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Fighting Rages on in Sudan as Conflict Enters 11th Week; SSudanese Women Demand Gender-Responsive Transitional Justice - June 26, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
6/26/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - June 23, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
6/23/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: US Adjourns Talks With Sudan Warring Parties; UNMISS Survey Finds South Sudanese Keen For 2024 Election - June 22, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
6/22/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Sudan Paramilitary Leader Apologizes for Destruction Resulting From Fighting; US Sanctions SSudan Leaders For Rapes - June 21, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
6/21/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Donors Pledge $1.5B to Assist Sudan; SSudan Stepping up Efforts to Help Sudanese Refugees - June 20, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
6/20/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - June 19, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
6/19/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: US Condemns Darfur Ethnic Violence; UNMISS Says Violence Against Civilians Persists in SSudan - June 16, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
6/16/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Governor of Sudan's West Darfur Assassinated; Juba Kicks off Oil Investment Conference - June 15, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
6/15/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Heavy Fighting Continues in Sudan; Egyptian Engineers to Begin Clearing River Naam in SSudan - June 14, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
6/14/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: IGAD to Send Delegation to Mediate in Sudan's Conflict; Extensive Oil Pollution Reported in South Sudan's Unity State - June 13, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
6/13/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: ICRC Says Humanitarian Situation in Sudan Dire; Calm Returns to Malakal POC Site - June 12, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
6/12/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - June 09, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
6/9/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Sudan's RSF in Charge of Weapons Factory; SSudan Cracks Down on Illegal Holders of Diplomatic Passports - June 08, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
6/8/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: UNHCR Warns of Impending Catastrophe in SSudan; Families Demand Recognition of Disappeared Martyrs - June 07, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
6/7/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Government to Dismiss Absentee Employees; SSudan Opens First Female Boxing Facility - June 06, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
6/6/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: 19 Killed in SSudan Attack; Darfur Conflict Victims Testify in ICC Trial - June 05, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
6/5/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: HRW calls for arms embargo on Sudan; South Sudan's youth urged to promote peaceful co-existence among communities. - June 02, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
6/2/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: US imposes sanctions and visa restrictions on warring parties in Sudan; SSudan activists demand transitional justice. - June 01, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
6/1/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Sudan army withdrew from ceasefire talks with rival RSF; South Sudan government protests renewal of UNSC arms embargo. - May 31, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
5/31/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Sudan's warring parties extend ceasefire; Whitaker in South Sudan to assess peace-building programs. - May 30, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
5/30/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - May 29, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
5/29/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Six people killed in Rumbek; IDPs displaced by violence in South Sudan's Warrap State live in dire condition. - May 26, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
5/26/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: WFP suspends operations in Jonglei due to insecurity; Church leaders warn of humanitarian crisis in SSudan. - May 25, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
5/25/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Short-term ceasefire seems to hold in Sudan; World Bank launches $70-million project to empower South Sudanese women. - May 24, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
5/24/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Fighting continues in Sudan Tuesday despite ceasefire; power cuts in Juba affect businesses and residents. - May 23, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
5/23/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - May 22, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
5/22/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Fighting continues in Sudan's Khartoum and Nyala, President Kiir calls on holdout rebels to join peace process. - May 19, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
5/19/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: SSudan, Kenya, Ethiopia explore Port Lamu project; SSudan prisons run out of food; Jonglei youth take up cml. fishing. - May 18, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
5/18/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: UN appeals for billions of dollars to help people affected by Sudan's fighting; RSF envoy meets with President Kiir. - May 17, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
5/17/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: SSudanese express mixed views about SPLM 40th anniversary; Authorities establish new camp for people fleeing Sudan. - May 16, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
5/16/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Explosions rattle Khartoum despite ongoing truce talks; Kiir says his government committed to transitional justice. - May 15, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
5/15/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Sudan warring parties to begin ceasefire negotiations; SSudan lawmakers concerned about deteriorating economy. - May 12, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
5/12/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Sudan warring parties reportedly making progress at ceasefire talks; Tensions grow along South Sudan-Uganda border. - May 11, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
5/11/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - May 10, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
5/10/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - May 09, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
5/9/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: UN accuses SSudan government of violating arms embargo; SSudan overwhelmed by influx of people fleeing Sudan. - May 08, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
5/8/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - May 05, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
5/5/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: US president Joe Biden imposes sanctions on persons destabilizing Sudan; returnees fleeing Sudan overwhelm SSudan. - May 04, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
5/4/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - May 03, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
5/3/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Sudan's warring parties agree to 7-day ceasefire; US, UK urge probe into killing of journalist Chris Allen in SSudan. - May 02, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
5/2/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Fighting continued in Sudan Monday despite truce; UN says Sudan's warring parties agreed to talks. - May 01, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
5/1/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Sudan's warring parties extend ceasefire; SSudan appeals for assistance to help returnees fleeing Sudan's violence. - April 28, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
4/28/2023 • 29 minutes, 9 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - April 27, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
4/27/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Sudan amb. to US reiterates commitment to civilian transition; SSudan president calls for extension of Sudan ceasefire - April 26, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
4/26/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Continued fighting reported in Sudan despite US-brokered truce; Sudanese nationals in Juba welcome Sudan's cease-fire. - April 25, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
4/25/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Fighting intensifies in Sudan as conflict enters second week; SSudanese women voice concern about Sudan's fighting. - April 24, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
4/24/2023 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - April 21, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
4/21/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: WHO says 330 people have been killed in Sudan's fighting; Sudan's fighting affects oil production in South Sudan. - April 20, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
4/20/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Sudan's RSF agrees to new ceasefire; Sudan fighting affects South Sudan's economy. - April 19, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
4/19/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Fighting Continues in Sudan for the fourth day; SSudan calls for ceasefire in Sudan. - April 18, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
4/18/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Fighting rages on for the third day in Sudan; Kiir urges ceasefire in Sudan. - April 17, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
4/17/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: SPLM-IO urges IGAD to push for reinstatement of defense minister; Unity State authorities to begin cleaning river Naam - April 14, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
4/14/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Tensions escalate between Sudan's army and paramilitary force; Juba announces new tax. - April 13, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
4/13/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: UN helicopter crashed in SSudan's capital Juba; Authorities crack down on criminal 'gangs' in Juba. - April 12, 2023
4/12/2023 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus: Abyei residents welcome resumption of talks on the area's status; Yei residents struggle to access clean water. - April 11, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
4/11/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: SSudan police work with community to prevent crime during Easter holidays; Jonglei protesters condemn land grabbing. - April 10, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
4/10/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Kiir directs payment of striking university staff; SSudanese church leaders marking Easter holiday call for peace. - April 07, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
4/7/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: SSudan Population 12 Million Reveals 2021 Survey; Khartoum Deploys Heavy Heavy Security Ahead of Planned Protests. - April 06, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
4/6/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Traders urge SSudan government to rein in spiraling inflation; Staff at five public universities go on strike. - April 05, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
4/5/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Protests in Kenya may affect prices of goods in SSudan; SSudan government to screen schoolteachers for qualifications. - April 04, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
4/4/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: UN commission decries impunity for rights abuses; SSudan government regrets US extension of national emergency. - April 03, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
4/3/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Lawmakers from the Great Lakes region are meeting in Juba; Talks to restore a civilian transition in Sudan stalled. - March 31, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
3/31/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: SSudan top cleric joins in prayer for Pope Francis; SSudan government appeals for $1.7b in humanitarian assistance. - March 30, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
3/30/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: EU calls for expeditious peace implementation in SSudan; UNMISS trains civil society on advocacy and peace building. - March 29, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
3/29/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Deadly confrontation over land dispute in Rumbek; Sudan leaders expected to sign political agreement on April 1. - March 28, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
3/28/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: SSudan President Salva Kiir promises to hold elections in 2024; Sudanese leaders begin talks to unify armed forces. - March 27, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
3/27/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: TB on the rise in SSudan; Female politicians face discrimination; SSudan Muslims fast Ramadan amid soaring food prices - March 24, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
3/24/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: 12 people killed in Jonglei communal violence; SSudan officials urge Tanzanian businessmen to invest in the country. - March 23, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
3/23/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: SSudan government resumes peace talks with rebels; Water authorities lack funding to make drinking water accessible. - March 22, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
3/22/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: US embassy in SSudan Condemns attack on WFP convoy in Jonglei; South Sudanese women bear brunt of high cost of living. - March 21, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
3/21/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: WFP suspends convoy movements in Jonglei following attack; More civilians affected by SSudan violence in 2022. - March 20, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
3/20/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: SSudan government rejects preconditions for UN assistance; Health officials urge measles vaccinations among children. - March 17, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
3/17/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Children continue to suffer grave violations in SSudan; Abyei residents say presence of SSPDF & SAF causing insecurity - March 16, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
3/16/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Rights group asks ICC to investigate alleged war crimes in SSudan; UJOSS welcomes release of two detained journalists - March 15, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
3/15/2023 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudan government and rebels ready to resume peace talks; Pan African lawyers sue Kiir administration. - March 14, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
3/14/2023 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: SSudan's partners urge peace signatories to do more to implement it; Sudan's two top generals reach rapprochement. - March 13, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
3/13/2023 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - March 10, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
3/10/2023 • 29 minutes, 51 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - March 09, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
3/9/2023 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - March 08, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
3/8/2023 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - March 07, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
3/7/2023 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - March 06, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
3/6/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Authorities Probe Retired Soldiers on Government Payroll; IMF Approves $114 Million Loan for Food Insecurity & More - March 03, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
3/3/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: UNISFA Condemns Presence of SSudan Forces in Demilitarized Area; Thousands of Refugees Return Since 2018 Peace Deal - March 02, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
3/2/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: SSudan Delegations Meet with Sudanese Officials in Khartoum; Education Ministry Says 2 Million Children Out of school - March 01, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
3/1/2023 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus: Trinity Energy Dismisses Report Alleging Corrupt Oil Deals; Rights Group Joins Calls on Whereabouts of Missing Critic - February 28, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
2/28/2023 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus: Leaders Reiterate Commitment to Restore Peace; Lawmakers Welcome Government Move to Adapt Federal System of Governance - February 27, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
2/27/2023 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus: SSudan Officials Welcome Refugees; Calm Returns to Warrap and Lakes States Following Intercommunal Fighting - February 24, 2023
2/24/2023 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus: SSudan VP Blames Violence for Poor Development; WFP Halts Jonglei State Operations - February 23, 2023
2/23/2023 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus: Tuesday marks an official end to SSudan’s transitional period; Sudan's paramilitary commander committed to one army. - February 21, 2023
2/21/2023 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus: IDPs in SSudan welcome USAID donation worth $289 million; Sudan Peace Agreement partners signed Implementation Matrix. - February 20, 2023
2/20/2023 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus: UN experts warn that SSudan is sliding into ethnic violence; Less than 8% of South Sudanese have a bank account. - February 17, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
2/17/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: SSudan lawmakers worried about delays in constitution making; Women's role critical in SSudan's peace implementation. - February 16, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
2/16/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - February 15, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
2/15/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: The third annual “Made in South Sudan" exhibition kicked off in Juba Tuesday; FGM is on the rise in Sudan. - February 14, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
2/14/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: An international women’s conference kicked off in Juba Monday; Radio remains the most popular medium in South Sudan. - February 13, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
2/13/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - February 10, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
2/10/2023 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: A plane crashed in Upper Nile State Wednesday; South Sudanese government critic goes missing in Kenya. - February 09, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
2/9/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Bor hospital workers go strike; Negotiations to restore Sudan's transition to civilian rule continue. - February 08, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
2/8/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: SSudan authorities report clashes on border with Kenya; U.S., U.K., Norway urge accountability for Kajokeji massacre. - February 07, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
2/7/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: UNMISS welcomes deployment of forces in Kajokeji; Pope Francis urges South Sudan's leaders to restore dignity to IDPs - February 06, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
2/6/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
Pope Francis: Mission for Peace in South Sudan - February 04, 2023
On this special edition of South Sudan in Focus, join host John Tanza as he and a panel of guests discuss the historic visit of Pope Francis to South Sudan. Francis is accompanied by the Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby and the moderator of the Church of Scotland Iain Greenshields to promote peace and reconciliation in the country.
2/4/2023 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Pope Francis arrives in Juba; 27 people killed in fresh clashes in Kajokeji; HRW urges end to rights abuses in SSudan. - February 03, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
2/3/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudan Authorities deploy forces ahead of Pope Francis' visit; UNISFA concerned about renewed violence in Abyei. - February 02, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
2/2/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Amnesty urges Pope Francis to push for justice in SSudan & DRC; UNMISS concerned about looming violence in Upper Nile. - February 01, 2023
2/1/2023 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus: SSudan rebel groups welcome resumption of talks with government; SSudan top cleric calls for peace and forgiveness. - January 31, 2023
1/31/2023 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus: SSudan rebel groups welcome resumption of talks with government; SSudan top cleric calls for peace and forgiveness. - January 31, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
1/31/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: SSudan leaders finalize preparations to receive Pope Francis; IDPs hope the papal visit will change SSudan's politics - January 30, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
1/30/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: A cargo plane crashed Friday morning in Juba; South Sudan’s peace monitoring body urges trust among peace partners. - January 27, 2023
1/27/2023 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus: The U.S. Embassy in SSudan condemns recent attacks on humanitarian workers; SSudan police ready for Pope's visit. - January 26, 2023
1/26/2023 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus: The U.S. Embassy in SSudan condemns recent attacks on humanitarian workers; SSudan police ready for Pope's visit. - January 26, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
1/26/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudan to prosecute dozens of poachers; Officials in Juba report an increase in the use and sale of narcotics. - January 25, 2023
1/25/2023 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudan to prosecute dozens of poachers; Officials in Juba report an increase in the use and sale of narcotics. - January 25, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
1/25/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Media freedom advocates call for strengthened cooperation with security agencies; Sudan declares a state of emergency. - January 24, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
1/24/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: President Kiir calls for an end to inter-communal fighting; UNOCHA condemns a recent attack on aid workers in Pibor. - January 23, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
1/23/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Washington concerned about abductions in SSudan; 2000 South Sudanese refugees affected by fire outbreak in Khartoum. - January 20, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
1/20/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Pope Francis is concerned about SSudan's violence ahead of his visit; SSudan's peace partners urge improved security. - January 19, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
1/19/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Church and security officials say preparations are under way to receive Pope Francis in Juba. - January 18, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
1/18/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: UNICEF says it has helped rescue dozens of abducted women and children and returned them to Pibor Administrative Area. - January 17, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
1/17/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: 23 people were killed in Pibor attacks; A South Sudanese politician who was kidnapped last week in Juba has been freed - January 16, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
1/16/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: UNMISS chief says its crucial elections take place in 2024 in SSudan; A SSudanese politician goes missing in Juba. - January 13, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
1/13/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - January 12, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
1/12/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: SSudan's Humanitarian Coordinator decries the killing of aid workers; Lawmakers call for ending violence across SSudan - January 11, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
1/11/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Negotiations to end Sudan's political deadlock and usher in a new transitional period continue amidst apposition. - January 10, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
1/10/2023 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: A South Sudanese soldier shot and killed 4 people in Warrap; Sudan's army vows to hand power to a civilian authority. - January 09, 2023
1/9/2023 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - January 09, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
1/9/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: National Security detained 6 journalists in Juba; Sudan civil groups to start second phase of deal with the military. - January 06, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
1/6/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: SPLM-In-Opposition criticizes Kirr's decision to sack state assembly speaker; A row in a Bor church spreads to Uganda. - January 05, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
1/5/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: 13 people were killed in Abyei this week; WFP starts to implement a $3.7 billion food security plan in South Sudan. - January 04, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
1/4/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - January 03, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
1/3/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: President Salva Kiir has suspended peace talks with rebels; Calm has returned to Pibor after a week of deadly clashes. - January 02, 2023
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
1/2/2023 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: SSudan's government seeks international support to address conflicts; Activists pillory decision to send troops to DRC - December 30, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
12/30/2022 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
International actors urge the SSudan government to address Pibor violence; The SSudan government calls on rebels to join the peace process. - December 29, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
12/29/2022 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: The SSudan army says armed militia attacked its bases in Pibor; SSudan Prepares to send 720 peacekeepers to the DRC. - December 28, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
12/28/2022 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: 56 people have been killed in Pibor attacks; IGAD is urging the SSudan government to address Upper Nile violence. - December 27, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
12/27/2022 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
President Salva Kiir pledges to turn over a new leaf with rival Riek Machar; WFP donates $3.7 billion toward food security in South Sudan. - December 26, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
12/26/2022 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Authorities urge citizens to celebrate Christmas responsibly; Commodity prices tripled in Jonglei ahead of Christmas. - December 23, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
12/23/2022 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: UNMISS is concerned about reported armed mobilization in Jonglei State; A top cleric urges compromise for peace. - December 22, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
12/22/2022 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: A Juba court sentenced a cleric for 'insulting' President Salva Kiir; SSudan needs $1.7b in humanitarian assistance. - December 21, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
12/21/2022 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
SSudan's foreign ministry ramps up efforts to rescue South Sudanese stranded in Libya; 180 inmates were freed from Rumbek central prison. - December 20, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
12/20/2022 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: Sudanese mark 4th uprising anniversary with protests; SSudan's NSS dismisses accusations of abuse and corruption. - December 19, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
12/19/2022 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: 16 people were killed in Juba County Thursday night; SSudan lawmakers summoned ministers over Upper Nile violence. - December 16, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
12/16/2022 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: A group is calling on the South Sudan government to Declare Dec. 15 Remembrance Day to honor victims of conflict. - December 15, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
12/15/2022 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: 160 civilians have been killed in Upper Nile State; The UN urges the SSudan government to address human trafficking. - December 14, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
12/14/2022 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus: SSudan's Health Ministry Declares a Measles Outbreak; US Ambassador to SSudan Calls for Human Rights Accountability - December 12, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
12/12/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus: A court in Juba acquitted former Northern Bahr el-Ghazal State Governor Kuel Aguer who was arrested last year. - December 09, 2022
12/9/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus: Motorists stage a strike in Bor; Church leaders implore the government to end Upper Nile violence. - December 08, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
12/8/2022 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - December 07, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
12/7/2022 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - December 06, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
12/6/2022 • 29 minutes, 59 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - December 05, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
12/5/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - December 02, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
12/2/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - December 01, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
12/1/2022 • 29 minutes, 59 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - November 30, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
11/30/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - November 29, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
11/29/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - November 28, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
11/28/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - November 25, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
11/25/2022 • 29 minutes, 59 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - November 24, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
11/24/2022 • 29 minutes, 59 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - November 23, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
11/23/2022 • 29 minutes, 59 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - November 22, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
11/22/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - November 21, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
11/21/2022 • 29 minutes, 59 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - November 18, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
11/18/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - November 17, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
11/17/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - November 16, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
11/16/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - November 15, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
11/15/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - November 14, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
11/14/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - November 11, 2022
Health officials are urging the South Sudan government to increase domestic funding to the health sector to aid the fight against malaria; A free eye camp in Juba which started on November 7th came to an end Friday after successfully carrying out 100 eye surgeries for patients suffering from cataracts; Some entertainers in Juba use comedy to lighten the load of South Sudanese who have faced years of conflict, economic hardship, and restrictions on their right to assemble.
11/11/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - November 10, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
11/10/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - November 09, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
11/9/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - November 08, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
11/8/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - November 07, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
11/7/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - November 04, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
11/4/2022 • 29 minutes, 59 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - November 03, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
11/3/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - November 02, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
11/2/2022 • 29 minutes, 59 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - November 01, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
11/1/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - October 31, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
10/31/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - October 28, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
10/28/2022 • 29 minutes, 59 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - October 27, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
10/27/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - October 26, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
10/26/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - October 25, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
10/25/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - October 24, 2022
10/24/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - October 21, 2022
10/21/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - October 20, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
10/20/2022 • 29 minutes, 58 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - October 19, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
10/19/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - October 18, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
10/18/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - October 17, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
10/17/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - October 14, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
10/14/2022 • 29 minutes, 59 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - October 13, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
10/13/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - October 12, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
10/12/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - October 11, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
10/11/2022 • 29 minutes, 59 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - October 10, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
10/10/2022 • 29 minutes, 59 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - October 07, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
10/7/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - October 06, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
10/6/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - October 05, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
10/5/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - October 04, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
10/4/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - October 03, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
10/3/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - September 30, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
9/30/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - September 29, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
9/29/2022 • 29 minutes, 59 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - September 28, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
9/28/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - September 27, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
9/27/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - September 26, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
9/26/2022 • 29 minutes, 59 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - September 23, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
9/23/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - September 22, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
9/22/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - September 21, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
9/21/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - September 20, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
9/20/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - September 19, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
9/19/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - September 16, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
9/16/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - September 15, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
9/15/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - September 14, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
9/14/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - September 13, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
9/13/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - September 12, 2022
9/12/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - September 09, 2022
9/9/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - September 08, 2022
9/8/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - September 07, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
9/7/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - September 06, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
9/6/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - September 05, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
9/5/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - September 02, 2022
9/2/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - September 01, 2022
9/1/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - August 31, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: The United Nations Mission in South Sudan welcomed the long-awaited graduation of the country’s Unified Forces on Tuesday in Juba; South Sudan leaders are urging the newly graduated Necessary Unified Forces to be transparent in their work despite the challenges they face; Some South Sudanese analysts warn that unless the government caters to the welfare of the newly graduated forces, South Sudanese should not expect improved security services.
8/31/2022 • 29 minutes, 48 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - August 30, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: The South Sudan government today graduated the first batch of the Necessary Unified Forces at the Dr. John Garang Mausoleum in Juba; As the Necessary Unified Forces graduate today, citizens say they expect South Sudan’s unity government to improve security and ensure respect for the rule of law; The world marks International Day of the Disappeared Persons today and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) says thousands of people are missing in South Sudan due to conflict;The newly elected council members of the Sudanese Journalists Syndicate have vowed to work and protect the rights of their colleagues in accordance with the law.
8/30/2022 • 29 minutes, 39 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - August 29, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: A delegation from the United States met with President Salva Kiir over the weekend in Juba to try to advance US-South Sudan relations; The South Sudan Workers Union is condemning what it calls the harassment of its leaders; The newly elected President of the independent Sudanese Journalists Syndicate says only under a democratic and civilian government can the media environment in Sudan be free, and vows to work with other groups to restore democratic transition in his country.
8/29/2022 • 29 minutes, 54 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - August 26, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: The U.S. Embassy in Juba is renewing its calls to the government of South Sudan to conduct a credible inquiry into the death of American journalist Christopher Allen, who was killed in 2017 while covering the war in South Sudan; A Mobile Court sitting in the Eastern Equatoria State capital, Torit on Thursday sentenced a man to death by hanging for the murder of a traditional chief last month; The South Sudan government says preparations are in high gear for the graduation of the Necessary Unified Forces on August 30th..
8/26/2022 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - August 25, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: The South Sudan government says it has recalled and suspended its diplomat, Charles Dickens Imene Oliha, who was involved in the alleged rape case in New York. Mr. Oliha has arrived in Juba; The newly appointed U.S. ambassador to Sudan is in Khartoum to officially take up his post in the latest easing of ties since Washington removed Khartoum from its state sponsors of terrorism list; The UN is calling on the government of South Sudan to address insecurity in the new roadmap which extends the transitional period by another two years.
8/25/2022 • 29 minutes, 55 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - August 24, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: The South Sudan government says it is disappointed and regrets the rape allegation against a South Sudanese diplomat at the country's permanent mission of the United Nations in New York; The United Nations Mission in South Sudan is urging the country's feuding parties to immediately end the violence in Upper Nile State and adhere to the Revitalized Peace Agreement; The National Constitutional Amendment Committee says a section on elections petitions which had not been included in South Sudan’s laws has been introduced to the 2012 Elections Act and is being reviewed in accordance with the revitalized peace agreement; The chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court has urged the UN Security Council to do more to deliver justice for the people of Darfur.
8/24/2022 • 29 minutes, 54 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - August 23, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: A United Nations diplomat from South Sudan has been accused of rape in New York; Thousands of people have been displaced by renewed fighting in South Sudan’s Upper Nile State; South Sudanese refugees living in various camps in Sudan's White Nile State are protesting a decision by aid organizations to cut down food assistance.
8/23/2022 • 29 minutes, 55 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - August 22, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: Sudanese military authorities have declared a state of emergency in six out of Sudan’s 18 states over severe flooding that ravaged large parts of the country; The Prosecutor General of the International Criminal Court, Karim Khan, is visiting Sudan’s war-torn region of Darfur; A delegation from South Sudan’s government is in Khartoum to meet with Sudanese officials as part of monitoring the implementation of the Juba Peace Agreement, and to engage in other bilateral relations between the two countries; Some commuters in the South Sudanese capital, Juba are complaining about high transport fares resulting from skyrocketing fuel prices; Police in the Jonglei State capital Bor say three leaders of the State Workers Union who were detained a week ago have escaped detention.
8/22/2022 • 29 minutes, 54 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - August 19, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: On this World Humanitarian Day, the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs in South Sudan says five aid workers have been killed in the country this year as the humanitarian situation continues to worsen; Some analysts say they’re concerned over constitutional vacuum following the October 2021 military coup; The Communist Party of Sudan has formed a political alliance that has put forward a proposal for resolving Sudan’s political crisis created by the October 2021 military coup. Salih Mahmoud is a member of the Communist Party’s central committee. He says the new alliance aims to achieve radical change in the way politics is done in Sudan, starting with a total exit of the military from political life.
8/19/2022 • 29 minutes, 54 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - August 18, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: Human Rights Watch has called on South Sudanese leaders to use the country’s extended transitional period to address chronic insecurity, rights abuses, and the worsening humanitarian situation; Some South Sudanese in the capital, Juba, say they expect to see the government implementing its new roadmap for the remaining transitional period in a manner that includes all stakeholders including holdout groups; A new report by the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UNOCHA) says at least 100 people were killed in tribal clashes involving armed youth from Eastern Equatoria State and Pibor Administrative Area in July alone; As South Sudanese mark the 67th anniversary of the Torit Mutiny and the start of the liberation struggle, some are urging the government to recognize the efforts of heroes who shed their blood for the foundation of South Sudan as a country.
8/18/2022 • 29 minutes, 53 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - August 17, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: A senior government official in South Sudan’s Upper Nile State was killed in what officials say appears to be a targeted attack by unidentified gunmen in Malakal Town last night; The holdout rebel group the South Sudan United Front and Army (SSUF/A) led by former army chief General Paul Malong is threatening to pull out of peace talks with the government after accusing Juba of carrying out attacks on the group’s military bases; Relatives of civil servants being detained by Bor police say their loved ones went missing from the police detention facility.
8/17/2022 • 29 minutes, 52 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - August 16, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudanese lawmakers representing the SPLM-IO in the National Legislative Assembly have ended a two-month boycott of parliamentary sessions; Some commuters who use the Juba-Nimule highway are asking the government to deploy security forces to escort travelers along various parts of the road.
8/16/2022 • 29 minutes, 51 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - August 15, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudan authorities today released VOA stringer Diing Magot after detaining her for a week; Locals in Yei County of South Sudan’s Central Equatoria State are accusing some members of the South Sudan People’s Defense Force of killing popular singer Yuma Sebastian; The Workers Trade Union in the Jonglei State capital Bor is calling for the release of its leaders who were arrested on Friday.
8/15/2022 • 29 minutes, 51 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - August 12, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudanese human rights activists say they want to see the government take concrete steps to address incidents of extrajudicial killings across the country; Some lawmakers in the Jonglei State Legislative Assembly are criticizing state governor Denay Jock Chagor for suspending members of the assembly without following proper procedures; Civil society organizations have joined calls to release South Sudanese journalist Diing Magot who is in her fifth day of detention; SPLM-IO officials in Lakes State say security forces arrested some of their supporters in the state capital Rumbek on Thursday and are detaining them in unidentified locations.
8/12/2022 • 29 minutes, 54 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - August 11, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: Two aid workers with the catholic church aid agency Caritas South Sudan were killed in Eastern Equatoria State’s Ikotos County on Wednesday; The United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) has condemned the extrajudicial killings of suspected rebels in Unity State; Lawmakers in Jonglei State’s Legislative Assembly on Wednesday voted to withdraw confidence in the state finance minister, Abraham Riek, after accusing him of misappropriating funds; A court in the Lakes State capital Rumbek on Wednesday charged five teachers with public disorder about six weeks after they were detained. The teachers had participated in a strike to demand better pay.
8/11/2022 • 29 minutes, 54 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - August 10, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: South Sudanese journalists are calling for the immediate and unconditional release of VOA reporter Diing Magot who was arrested on Sunday while covering a peaceful protest in Juba; Leaders of the rebel group the South Sudan People’s Movement are condemning the reported execution of four of its military officers while in captivity; South Sudan’s police spokesperson, Daniel Justin says authorities are investigating an ambush along the Juba-Nimule road which killed three people and wounded another on Tuesday.
8/10/2022 • 29 minutes, 54 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - August 09, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: Hundreds of Kenyans living in South Sudan cast their ballots today at the Kenyan Embassy in Juba in the general election; Some South Sudanese economists say the government needs to put the right economists in the right positions and step up efforts to restore peace and stability to enable large-scale food production; Sudan’s military leader has reiterated the country’s commitment to combat all forms of terrorism, extremism and criminal activities in the region.
8/9/2022 • 29 minutes, 54 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - August 08, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
8/8/2022 • 29 minutes, 54 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - August 05, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: United Nations human rights experts say violence in parts of South Sudan is on the rise; South Sudanese have mixed views on the decision by parties to the Revitalized Peace Agreement to extend the transitional period; Officials with UNICEF in Sudan are expressing concern over the situation of children in camps for Internally Displaced Persons in Blue Nile State.
8/5/2022 • 29 minutes, 59 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - August 04, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: President Salva Kiir has unveiled a plan to extend South Sudan’s 36-month transitional period-- which is set to expire in February 2023-- for another 24 months; The Troika countries of the U.S., U.K. and Norway boycotted the ceremony for the announcement of a roadmap for extending South Sudan's 36-month transitional period to February 2025. The ambassadors of the Troika countries wrote to President Salva Kiir expressing their disappointment over what they call a lack of consultations and inclusivity in the process of developing the roadmap; South Sudan’s Ceasefire and Transitional Security Arrangements Monitoring and Verification Mechanism (CTSAM-VM) says it is struggling to continue with its activities after the U.S. withdrew funding; The United States government has announced assistance worth more than 200 million dollars to support millions of South Sudanese who are food insecure.
8/4/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - August 03, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: The United Nations Mission in South Sudan says cases of conflict-related sexual violence are on the rise in South Sudan despite an overall decrease in the number of civilians affected by violence across the country; Doctors Without Borders (MSF) is expressing concern over what it says is an alarming increase in malnutrition cases among children in various Sudanese states; Some Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) fellows from South Sudan say they would like to use the knowledge and skills they’ve learned in the U.S. to make a positive impact on the lives of people back home.
8/3/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - August 02, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: The United Kingdom’s Special Envoy to Sudan and South Sudan, Robert Fairweather says the U.K. wants to see a time-bound, inclusive roadmap that addresses the core problem of South Sudan – instability; Some judges in South Sudan say poor working conditions including low pay forced them to quit the bench and seek other work; Some residents in the Jonglei State capital, Bor say prison wardens at Bor Central Prison are extorting money from relatives and friends of prisoners who visit the facility; As South Sudan marks World Breastfeeding Week, some lactating mothers working outside the home in the capital Juba say they find it difficult to breastfeed exclusively for six months.
8/2/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - August 01, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: President Salva Kiir has called on holdout rebel groups to embrace dialogue as a way to address the country’s political instability; Authorities in South Sudan’s Eastern Equatoria State are raising the alarm about what they say is looming hunger in parts of the state; The body monitoring South Sudan’s ceasefire and security arrangements is expressing concern over delays by the government to graduate the joint security forces who have been stationed for years at cantonment sites across the country.
8/1/2022 • 29 minutes, 59 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - July 29, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: Some South Sudanese lawmakers say the escalating fighting in Mayom County of Unity State is posing a threat to the implementation of the 2018 peace agreement; A senior member of the SPLM-IO was allegedly kidnapped in Juba together with his brother on Wednesday night and detained for several hours before being freed the following day; Some Sudanese politicians say there is a need to expedite dialogue among different parties on forming a transitional government to complete the remaining tasks which were interrupted by the October 2021 military coup.
7/29/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - July 28, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: The United Nations Mission in South Sudan is condemning the ongoing fighting between government forces and rebels of the South Sudan People’s Army in Mayom County of Unity State; The South Sudan Civil Society Alliance says partners in the unity government should set a clear timeline for conducting elections should they agree on a new roadmap that extends the current transitional period; team of Sudanese eye doctors have conducted more than 400 free eye surgeries in the South Sudan capital, Juba over the past week; Health workers say they have carried out a mass
vaccination campaign in response to an outbreak of hepatitis E in an Internally Displaced Persons camp in the Unity State capital, Bentiu.
7/28/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - July 27, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: Authorities in South Sudan’s Unity State say they are investigating the killings of more than fifteen civilians in separate attacks while traveling between Kotong and Tuocloka areas of Mayom County on Tuesday; Rebels of the South Sudan People’s Army claim they killed at least 40 SSPDF soldiers during an ambush on a military convoy in Mayom County of Unity State on Tuesday; Sudanese church leaders are condemning the recent inter-communal violence in Blue Nile State and calling on the country’s leaders to work towards peace and unity of all Sudanese regardless of their ethnicity.
7/27/2022 • 29 minutes, 59 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - July 26, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: A Dutch diplomat in South Sudan is expressing doubt about the country’s ability to conduct credible elections next year as stipulated in the revitalized peace agreement; Some women’s rights activists from Sudan's Blue Nile State are calling for the protection of displaced women in the area, saying they are exposed to many forms of violence.
7/26/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - July 25, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: Authorities in Unity State say calm has returned to the headquarters of Mayom County after last Friday’s deadly attack; Some South Sudanese politicians and civil rights activists say the government has failed to implement the peace agreement; South Sudan’s economy is facing a crunch with the US dollar gaining rapidly against the South Sudan pound.
7/25/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - July 22, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: A new rebel group on Friday captured Mayom County in South Sudan’s Unity State and killed at least 10 people, including County Commissioner James Chuol Gatluak; The Reconstituted Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission (RJMEC) is calling on the South Sudan unity government to expedite the process of adopting a new roadmap for carrying out the agreement; South Sudanese lawmakers at the East African Legislative Assembly are urging the Kiir administration to pay the country’s membership fees which total nearly $40 million.
7/22/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - July 21, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: A fresh wave of deadly fighting within South Sudan’s SPLM-In Opposition Kitgwang faction over the past three days has left 18 fighters dead; The head of South Sudan’s National Revenue Authority (NRA) has announced an increase in the collection of non-oil revenues in the 2021/2022 fiscal year; Health officials are urging South Sudanese to get tested for HIV so they know their status and work to reduce the spread of the disease; Sudan military leaders have instructed telecommunications companies to block all unregistered sim cards and sim cards whose owners incite or instigate violence on social media.
7/21/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - July 20, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: Some families and community leaders in Warrap State and the Abyei Special Administrative Area whose relatives were arrested two months ago for allegedly fueling conflict between the Ngok Dinka community of Abyei and the Twic community of Warrap state are calling on authorities to either release the individuals or try them in a court of law; The Lakes State Civil Society Network is calling for the release of the six teachers who are being detained at the Panda Military Barracks in Rumbek for staging a strike to demand better pay; A United Nations official in Sudan is expressing deep concern over the killing of dozens of civilians and the displacement of thousands of women and children following a recent wave of inter-communal violence in parts of Blue Nile State.
7/20/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - July 19, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: The South Sudan government says it’s shocked by the United States government’s decision to end support for the country’s peace process monitoring mechanisms; Authorities in Western Equatoria State say they are working to provide high quality seeds to farmers to boost food production amid worries that many small-scale farmers are reaping lower harvests on a regular basis; The Central Committee of Sudanese Doctors says the death toll from the inter-communal clashes in the Blue Nile state has risen to 79.
7/19/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - July 18, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: Some parties to South Sudan’s peace agreement have distanced themselves from President Salva Kiir’s roadmap to complete the transitional period and pave the way for the conduct of elections; Managers of the Wau Teaching Hospital in Western Bahr el Ghazal State say the facility will start charging fees for medical treatment after NGOs decided to stop supporting the hospital due to a shortage in funds; Authorities in Sudan's Blue Nile State say at least 60 people were killed and scores of others injured in inter-communal clashes in Wad Al Mahi locality over the weekend.
7/18/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - July 15, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: Top South Sudanese government officials participating in a five-day public consultation have rejected the inclusion of recommendations that could overturn a cabinet decision to dredge River Naam; Some South Sudanese citizens in the capital Juba say South Sudan's education system has collapsed because of neglect and a lack of investment by the government in the education sector; The U.S. Senate has confirmed by voice vote John T. Godfrey as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to the Republic of the Sudan.
7/15/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - July 14, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: A U.S. diplomat in South Sudan is urging the country’s leaders to act with urgency and redouble efforts to ensure the remaining tasks in the peace agreement are implemented before the end of the transitional period; Some South Sudanese youth are calling on the National Constitution Amendment Committee to lower the age limit for presidential candidates from 40 to 30 years ahead of next year's scheduled election; There's mixed reaction from political analysts and civil society activists over President Salva Kiir’s recently announced road map for completing implementation of the peace agreement.
7/14/2022 • 29 minutes, 59 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - July 13, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: A U.S. diplomat in South Sudan is urging the country’s leaders to act with urgency and redouble efforts to ensure the remaining tasks in the peace agreement are implemented before the end of the transitional period; Some South Sudanese youth are calling on the National Constitution Amendment Committee to lower the age limit for presidential candidates from 40 to 30 years ahead of next year's scheduled election; There's mixed reaction from political analysts and civil society activists over President Salva Kiir’s recently announced road map for completing implementation of the peace agreement.
7/13/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - July 12, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: Authorities say the death toll from last week’s cattle raid in South Sudan’s Kapoeta North County has risen to 240; Calm has returned to South Sudan’s border town of Nimule after recent violence in which three people were killed, including a local chief; Jonglei State authorities are urging their counterparts in the Greater Pibor Administrative Area to foil what they say is a mobilization of young men to attack Jonglei State.
7/12/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - July 11, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: A South Sudanese chief was shot dead today in fresh inter-communal violence in Nimule town of Eastern Equatoria State; President Salva Kiir has ordered the suspension of a project to dredge River Naam and other tributaries of the Nile until an environmental study is done on the matter; South Sudanese refugees living in Sudan say they have not been able to celebrate their country’s independence day for the last eight years.
7/11/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - Special Live Broadcast on South Sudan’s 11th Independence Anniversary - July 09, 2022
South Sudan in Focus host John Tanza broadcast's live from Juba engaging young South Sudanese women and men as they discuss issues in the broadcast on the nation’s 11th birthday.
7/9/2022 • 1 hour
South Sudan in Focus - July 08, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: At least 60 people were killed and dozens of others sustained gunshot wounds during cattle raids in South Sudan’s Eastern Equatoria State on Wednesday and Thursday; Some Unity State lawmakers are advocating for the dredging of River Naam, saying flooding has affected residents for years, causing mass displacement, sickness and snake bites; Anew United Nations environmental report calls on South Sudan to take urgent action to protect the Sudd wetlands.
7/8/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - July 07, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: The South Sudan Freight and Forwarders Association is accusing the head of country’s Customs Division of nepotism for allegedly awarding clearance deals for goods coming into South Sudan to companies owned by his relatives in Nairobi, Kenya; Nearly eleven years after South Sudan’s independence, media houses in the capital, Juba still face challenges ranging from censorship, poor pay, and government interference; Civil society activists in Sudan say the leadership crisis in the country has had a negative impact on the social and economic life of ordinary citizens.
7/7/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - July 06, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: Sudan’s military leader Abdel Fattah al-Burhan relieved on Tuesday the five civilian members of the Sovereign Council as he plans to dissolve it. One of the relieved officials has welcomed the move; The visiting Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin says the Catholic Church stands in solidarity with the war-weary people of South Sudan; South Sudanese living across South Sudan say the healthcare system in the country has remained poor with a limited number of health facilities, and a shortage of drugs and health personnel ever since the country gained independence in 2011.
7/6/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - July 05, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: Sudan’s civilian opposition group the Forces for Freedom and Change dismissed General Abdel-Fattah al-Burhan’s announcement on Monday to step back and allow civilians to reach an agreement of forming a transitional government as a “tactical" move; Some South Sudanese are urging President Salva Kiir to address key, pending issues of the peace deal like security arrangements and elections in his upcoming independence anniversary speech.
7/5/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - July 04, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: Some South Sudanese are criticizing the government for not organizing a celebration of the country’s 11th independence anniversary. The government says there will be no public celebration due to a lack of funds; Pope Francis, the Archbishop of Canterbury Reverend Justine Welby, and the moderator of the Church of Scotland, the Right Reverend Iain Greenshields called on the people of South Sudan and the Democratic Republic of Congo to work together to promote peace.
7/4/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - July 01, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: Cardinal Pietro Parolin, the Vatican Secretary of State today began the first leg of his trip to the Democratic Republic of Congo and South Sudan to represent Pope Francis. The Pope cancelled his trip to Africa for medical reasons; Authorities in Warrap State are condemning the killing of more than 30 people by armed men suspected to have crossed from the neighboring Unity State on Wednesday; A South Sudanese policy analyst says the lack of transparency in the government’s handling of a project to dredge rivers in the country highlights hidden interests of certain individuals in the Kiir administration; The Central Committee of Sudanese Doctors says Sudan’s security forces killed at least 10 protesters during yesterday's marches against military rule in Khartoum.
7/1/2022 • 29 minutes, 58 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - June 30, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: UNMISS chief, Nicholas Haysom, is reiterating the UN’s concern over delays in implementing the South Sudan 2018 peace agreement; Some lawmakers in South Sudan’s National Legislative Assembly say weapons in the hands of civilians is the cause of continuous violence in the country, including the recent deadly clashes in Warrap State; Sudanese took to the streets in the largest anti-military protests in recent months demanding military leaders step down from power. Military authorities announced strict security measures including the closure of bridges linking the tri-capital ahead of the marches.
6/30/2022 • 29 minutes, 59 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - June 29, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: Relatives of army officers killed in South Sudan’s Warrap State during clashes last weekend say they have not been allowed access to the bodies of their loved ones; South Sudan national police say they arrested four suspects in connection with Sunday’s clashes at the Mahad Internally Displaced People’s camp near the Konyokonyo Market in the capital Juba; Sudanese and South Sudanese authorities have agreed to ease travel restrictions for each other’s citizens honoring a 2020 memorandum of understanding both countries signed.
6/29/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - June 28, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: The Ethiopian Government says it regrets the loss of life as a result of a skirmish between the Sudanese army and a local Ethiopian militia; South Sudanese are expressing mixed views about Monday’s announcement by the Vatican delegating its Secretary of State to visit Kinshasa and Juba after the cancellation of Pope Francis’ visit to the Democratic Republic of Congo and South Sudan; The South Sudan government is dismissing a recent report on the status of religious freedom in the country which says a lack of rule of law, subnational conflict, impunity for violent crimes, and other factors impact negatively on freedom of religion; Authorities in the Ruweng Administrative Area rearrested one inmate and arrested a local chief after two inmates escaped from Pariang prison two weeks ago. The escaped inmates are senior army officers who were convicted of brutally maiming a 19-year-old man.
6/28/2022 • 29 minutes, 59 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - June 27, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: The South Sudan government declared on Monday three days of mourning to honor South Sudan’s minister of irrigation and water resources, Manawa Peter Gatkuoth who passed away in Egypt last week after a brief illness; Warrap State authorities say more than 20 people including top military officers have been killed and scores of others injured in clashes between civilians and security forces in Tonj North County; Sudan’s foreign ministry says it will recall its ambassador to Addis Ababa after Sudanese military sources accused the Ethiopian military of executing seven Sudanese soldiers who were being held captive by Ethiopian forces; Authorities in the Abyei Special Administrative Area are condemning renewed clashes in the area after seven people were killed according to an Abyei official; The South Sudan National Police arrested over the weekend the head of the Kenya Commercial Bank in Juba, Roba Waqo, on sexual harassment charges.
6/27/2022 • 29 minutes, 59 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - June 24, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
6/24/2022 • 29 minutes, 59 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - June 23, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: Parliamentary support workers are condemning a decision by the clerk of South Sudan’s National Legislative Assembly to suspend at least 10 of the support staff at the national legislature who protested delayed incentives; Parents and child rights activists in the Western Equatoria State capital, Yambio are expressing concern over the detentions of more than 20 teenagers in the area; A Human Rights Watch report on the recent violence in West Darfur State, which killed hundreds and displaced thousands, faults the Sudan government for failing to protect civilians. The rights group says the United Nations must increase its monitoring and reporting on the situation in Darfur.
6/23/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - June 22, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
6/22/2022 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - June 21, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
6/21/2022 • 29 minutes, 41 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - June 20, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
6/20/2022 • 29 minutes, 59 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - June 17, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
6/17/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - June 16, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
6/16/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - June 15, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: Cross-border business between South Sudan and Ethiopia has come to a standstill following heavy fighting in the Ethiopian Gambella region on Tuesday; The World Food Program (WFP) has suspended food assistance to 1.7 million people in South Sudan due to funding shortages.
6/15/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - June 14, 2022
South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.
6/14/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - June 13, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: A South Sudanese lawyer is suing the government of South Sudan at the East African Court of Justice over the planned dredging of Naam river in Unity State; Catholic Church leaders in South Sudan say they were heartbroken when the Vatican announced that Pope Francis will not visit the country in July due health reasons.
6/13/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - June 10, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: Sudan’s pro-democracy opposition group the Forces of Freedom and Change (FFC) held an “unofficial” meeting with military leaders on Thursday after boycotting the launch of UN-sponsored military-civilian talks on Wednesday; A controversy over an Egyptian-sponsored project to dredge rivers and tributaries of the Nile and Sudd wetlands rages on in South Sudan; South Sudan’s national men’s soccer team, the Bright Stars, succumbed to two late goals by a 10-man Mali team in the ongoing qualifiers for the 2023 Confederation of African Football (CAF) tournament..
6/10/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - June 09, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: As South Sudanese await the arrival next month of Pope Francis, Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby, and Moderator for the Church of Scotland Iain Greenshields, church leaders say they have completed 95 percent of the preparatory work ahead of the historic visit. The South Sudan National Police Service says officers are prepared to provide security and handle traffic on the day of the Pope's visit.
6/9/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - June 08, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: The tripartite mediation mechanism consisting of the United Nations, the African Union, and the IGAD opened Wednesday talks in Khartoum which aim at bringing military and civilian parties to agree on a path towards restoring democracy and civilian rule in Sudan; South Sudanese civil society organizations in the capital Juba are decrying what they say is an increase in sexual abuse of young girls and minors across the country; The South Sudan Chamber of Commerce is urging the government to do more to address rising inflation characterized by high commodity prices and a depreciation of the local currency-- the South Sudan Pound.
6/8/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - June 07, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: Hundreds of support staff at the South Sudan Transitional National Legislative Assembly have called off a sit-down that brought business at the assembly to a standstill on Monday; Young health advocates say they want the South Sudan government to do more to fix the country’s health sector; A new report says the number of internally displaced persons (IDPs) is on the rise in South Sudan.
6/7/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - June 03, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: Protesters took to the streets in the Sudanese capital Khartoum Friday to mark the third anniversary of the violent dispersal of peaceful sit-ins outside the military headquarters in Khartoum which killed more than 100 people in 2019.
6/3/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - June 02, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: A U.S. government official in South Sudan says Washington will continue to impose sanctions on individuals obstructing efforts to restore peace in South Sudan; The national Ministry of Health says the rate of HIV infections have been increasing for the past three years.
6/2/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - June 01, 2022
South Sudan in Focus: The United Nations welcomed the move to lift Sudan’s state of emergency as a step toward creating an environment for dialogue to end Sudan’s political crisis; Five people were killed and at least 8 others wounded during inter-communal violence in South Sudan’s Lakes State.
6/1/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - May 31, 2022
Today on South Sudan in Focus:
South Sudan lawmakers are expressing mixed views about the Political Parties Act passed Monday and which requires every party to have at least 500 members who are eligible voters from at least two-thirds of the 10 states and three Administrative Areas.
5/31/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - May 30, 2022
Sudan’s military ruler, General Abdel-Fattah al-Burhan, issued a decree yesterday lifting the state of emergency that was imposed across the country when he staged a military coup on October 25th last year; South Sudan’s Health Minister, Yolanda Awel, says the country’s health ministry relies heavily on donor funds due to a weak health system inherited from Sudan. Awel says South Sudan’s health system is also fragile due to man-made and natural disasters; South Sudanese women's rights activists are calling on aid agencies and the World Bank to ensure that a 70-million-US-dollar grant meant for women empowerment reaches rural women and the intended beneficiaries across the country; The business community in South Sudan is welcoming the reopening of the Sudan-South Sudan border and the resumption of Nile River transport between the two countries.
5/30/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - May 27, 2022
The South Sudan government says it is disappointed by the UN Security Council’s decision on Thursday to renew arms embargo and targeted sanctions on South Sudan; Authorities in Kajo-keji county of South Sudan’s Central Equatoria State are accusing South Sudan People's Defense Force (SSPDF) soldiers of shooting dead three civilians Thursday evening; Some residents in South Sudan’s capital, Juba say life is becoming difficult with daily increases in commodity prices.
5/27/2022 • 29 minutes, 59 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - May 26, 2022
The Sudan People’s Liberation Movement-In Opposition (SPLM-IO) says it will not take part in the 2023 general election unless South Sudan’s peace partners fully implement the 2018 peace agreement before the end of the transitional period; Authorities in Melut County of South Sudan’s Upper Nile State have arrested at least nine people accused of fomenting inter-communal violence and insecurity in the area; Officials with the Sudan-South Sudan Joint Political and Security Mechanism (JPSM) have agreed to re-activate the Abyei Joint Oversight Committee and open the Kosti river border crossing to enable the movement of goods and people between the two countries.
5/26/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - May 25, 2022
Leaders of various political parties in South Sudan are complaining about what they say is a restricted civic space and a lack of legal framework that protects their right to campaign for the general elections expected at the end of the transitional period; Amnesty International says the year 2021 saw a worrying increase in the number of executions and death sentences in Africa with Somalia and South Sudan leading the trend; A group of Sudanese human rights lawyers say they are worried about the health conditions of dozens of political detainees held in prisons across the country. Recent reports show that a large number of detainees have developed health complications.
5/25/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - May 24, 2022
Some Ethiopian refugees in South Sudan say they want to return home despite the ongoing conflict in their country; The South Sudan Union of Journalists is calling on the head of VOA affiliate station Radio Jonglei to immediately withdraw the suspension of more than four of its staff including journalists for allegedly breaching government protocols; Sudan and South Sudan officials are calling for the activation of the 2012 cooperation agreement between the two countries. They also say the two countries should provide security and protection at border crossings, especially, in the disputed Abyei region.
5/24/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - May 23, 2022
Police in Terekeka County of Central Equatoria State say three people were killed and another wounded by armed cattle keepers suspected to be from the neighboring Pibor administrative area over the weekend; The Misseriya and Ngok Dinka communities of Abyei Special Administrative Area are welcoming a peace deal the two communities signed last Friday under the mediation of the United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei; Some Sudanese women rights activists say they are worried about the safety of female political and civil rights activists in the country after the detention of a female Sudanese communist party member, Amal Al Zain in Khartoum on Sunday.
5/23/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - May 20, 2022
The Association for Media Development in South Sudan is condemning the closure of Radio Jonglei, which is a VOA affiliate station, Thursday over what state authorities called a breach of government protocols; Kenya’s Presidential hopeful and African Union’s envoy for Infrastructural Development, Raila Odinga has urged South Sudanese leaders to resolve their differences through peaceful dialogue rather than violence; In Sudan, security operatives have arrested two members of the Sudanese Communist Party who were detained in Juba by the South Sudan government early this week before they were released on Wednesday.
5/20/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - May 19, 2022
South Sudan President Salva Kiir launched Thursday the 120-million-dollar Freedom Bridge in the capital Juba; Police in the Jonglei State capital Bor have arrested 10 suspected drug dealers in an ongoing crackdown on illicit drugs in the town; Political analysts say the tri-partite process led by the UN, the AU, and IGAD to restore civilian and democratic rule in Sudan will not achieve genuine results without real pressure on the military to relinquish power; The Sudanese Communist Party says three of its leaders were released Wednesday after being detained in South Sudan's capital Juba upon returning from a mission to Kauda in the Nuba Mountains.
5/19/2022 • 3 minutes, 33 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - May 18, 2022
A lawmaker representing Mayom County of South Sudan's Unity State at the National Legislative Assembly says five passengers were shot dead while traveling from the Western Bahr al Ghazal State capital Wau to Unity State Tuesday evening; A new report by Amnesty International faults South Sudan government and SPLM-IO forces and holdout group National Salvation Front for carrying out mass sexual violence in Central Equatoria State; The Amnesty International report also calls on the UN Security Council to renew an arms embargo it first imposed on South Sudan in 2018; Three county commissioners and a state minister have been arrested for allegedly fueling the conflict between the Ngok Dinka of Abyei and the Twic community of Warrap State.
5/18/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - May 17, 2022
Local leaders in Leer County of South Sudan’s Unity State say 28 people have been killed in renewed clashes in the area. Last month 40 people were killed in the same county; Community leaders in the Abyei Special Administrative Area are welcoming the U.N. Security Council decision to extend the mandate of the Interim Security Force in Abyei; Calm has returned to Mugali and Nimule Payams of Magwi County in South Sudan’s Eastern Equatoria State following recent violence between armed pastoralists and farmers which left dozens of people dead and thousands displaced
5/17/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - May 16, 2022
The United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei says it's concerned about a surge in criminal incidents within the Area in the past two weeks; Ugandan traders in South Sudan complain that immigration officials continue to harass and extort money from them in disregard for the East African Common Market Protocol which guarantees the free movement of individuals, goods and workers across the regional bloc; The G7 foreign ministers say restoration of a creditable civilian-led government in Sudan is vital for the resumption of economic support to the country.
5/16/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - May 13, 2022
President Salva Kiir's security advisor, Tut Kew Gatluak, and a South Sudanese delegation are in Khartoum to discuss with Sudanese officials the progress made so far in implementing the October 2020 Juba Peace Agreement; The United States Embassy in Juba is calling on the South Sudan government to remove the commissioners of Koch and Mayendit Counties from their positions and hold them accountable for recent human rights violations in Leer County of Unity state
5/13/2022 • 29 minutes, 58 seconds
South Sudan in Focus - May 12, 2022
At least 20 people are reported killed, scores of others injured, and thousands displaced following an attack by unidentified gunmen on a cattle camp in Mugali payam of South Sudan’s Eastern Equatoria State on Wednesday; The resistance committees of Khartoum State have signed a political charter dubbed 'Charter for the Establishment of the People's Authority', which lays out a two-year transitional period for Sudan.
5/12/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - May 11, 2022
Health officials in South Sudan report an increase in meningitis cases in Northern Bahr al Ghazal State; A new report by the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) says cases of conflict-related sexual violence more than doubled between January and March compared to the same period last year; Authorities in Warrap State say calm has returned to the area following deadly fighting which left 21 people killed and more than a dozen injured in Gogrial East County on Sunday.
5/11/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - May 10, 2022
Health ministry officials in South Sudan have declared a cholera outbreak in Rubkona County of the country’s Unity State; The United Nations has donated 19 million US dollars to help communities in South Sudan prepare for severe flooding expected during the rainy season; Educational officials in the Kreinik locality of Sudan's West Darfur State are expressing concern over the fate of school operations. Schools have remained closed since deadly, inter-communal violence broke out last month.
5/10/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - May 09, 2022
The United States embassy in South Sudan is calling on South Sudanese leaders to create a conducive environment for the general elections expected to take place next year; Democratic Republic of Congo President, Felix Tshisekedi, has vowed to spearhead efforts to have an arms embargo imposed on South Sudan lifted; Around two dozen South Sudanese in the U.S. staged a “peace rally” in front of the White House Saturday to demand that President Salva Kiir and his deputy Riek Machar step down.
5/9/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - May 06, 2022
A Juba-based economic analyst says South Sudan will continue to experience a protracted economic crisis following an announcement by the country’s finance minister that South Sudan’s crude oil has been sold up to 2027; Police in the Northern Bahr al Ghazal State capital, Aweil say they are interrogating three Sudanese traders for their alleged involvement in defiling and killing a six-year-old girl on Wednesday before they are charged with defilement and murder; Around 30 political detainees in Sudan have entered a second day of hunger strike to protest their illegal months-long detentions without charges. The detainees demand they be released immediately or charged in a court of law.
5/6/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - May 05, 2022
Authorities in Duk County of South Sudan’s Jonglei State say at least 13 people were killed and several others injured in a fresh attack in the area; Local authorities in Eastern Equatoria State say suspected armed cattle keepers kidnapped eleven men from the Gaji area of Mugali Payam; Some women activists in Sudan’s Darfur say hundreds of women displaced by recent inter-communal fighting in Kreneik and Al Geneina towns of West Darfur State are experiencing anxiety and depression and are in need of psychosocial support.
5/5/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - May 04, 2022
Internally Displaced Persons in South Sudan say they continue to live in fear for their security despite the government’s call for reconciliation in the country; Authorities in Magwi County of South Sudan’s Eastern Equatoria state say nearly 900 families have been displaced from their homes in Mugali Payam following an attack on the community there; The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UNOCHA) in Sudan says the situation in Kreneik locality of West Darfur State remains a major concern.
5/4/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - May 03, 2022
The U.S. Embassy in South Sudan has expressed concern about the state of press freedom in the country as journalists face censorship, intimidation, and extralegal suspension of media outlets at a critical time in the implementation of the 2018 peace agreement; South Sudanese journalists in the Capital Juba say they are subjected to constant intimidation, arbitrary arrests and detention because of their work; Journalists in Sudan’s capital, Khartoum say a hostile media environment since the October 25 military coup coupled with economic hardships have forced many journalists to abandon the profession.
5/3/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - May 02, 2022
Health authorities in South Sudan’s Warrap State are reporting the outbreaks of three diseases including measles, rubella and anthrax in the area; Hundreds of residents in Juba’s Gurei neighborhood have become homeless after unknown land agents demolished their houses following a land dispute; As Muslims mark the end of Ramadan by the Eid al-Fitr celebration today, families of detained members of the resistance committees are calling on the Sudanese authorities to release their loved ones who have been behind bars for months without charges.
5/2/2022 • 30 minutes
South Sudan in Focus - April 29, 2022
The Darfur Bar Association and UNICEF say at least 20 children were killed in recent inter-communal fighting in West Darfur State; A spokesperson for the SPLA-In-Opposition says a lack of political will from the main peace partners is delaying the graduation of South Sudan’s unified forces