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Radio Miraya

Radio Miraya is a United Nations radio station in South Sudan owned and run by the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS). Tune in 24 hours, 7 days a week for the most accurate and balanced coverage of events in the world’s newest country. Follow us on Facebook, www.facebook.com/radiomiraya and twitter, www.twitter.com/radiomiraya In South Sudan? Tune in on 101FM or 11,560 Khz on shortwave.

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3354: South Sudan Moves Toward Stronger Tobacco Control

Radio Miraya ·

2026/08/31

South Sudan is taking steps toward ratifying the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control, a global treaty aimed at reducing the health, social and economic harm caused by tobacco use. The Ministry of Health, with support from the World Health Organization, is holding a national high-level stakeholder orientation from September 1–2, 2026, to discuss the treaty and what ratification would mean for tobacco control in the country. On the Miraya Breakfast Show, Mary Dennis Obat, Director of Health

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8:10

3353: FEATURE | Jonglei Fishing Industry Offers...

Radio Miraya ·

2026/08/29

Fishing is a lifeline for more than 15,000 people in Jonglei State, providing food, income and livelihoods across Bor and the surrounding Nile and Sudd wetlands. At the Laudiar landing site, fishers, traders, women and young people depend on the fish trade to support their families. However, poor roads, insecurity and inadequate storage are limiting the growth of Jonglei’s fishing sector. The government is exploring ways to modernise the industry, while the United Nations' Food & Agricultural

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10:23

3352: FEATURE | Wrestling Arena in South Sudan -...

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2026/08/29

In Lakes State, traditional wrestling is quite a test of strength and courage. Peace tournaments are bringing rival cattle-keeping communities together, giving young people a space to compete, celebrate their culture and build relationships without violence. Families, children and spectators gather to watch the contests, dance and reconnect with community life. However, as changing lifestyles reshape society, cultural leaders warn that traditional practices need deliberate efforts to

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7:12

3352: FEATURE | Sounds of Wealth - A Cattle Market in...

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2026/08/29

For generations, cattle have been a symbol of wealth, identity and social status in South Sudan. However, in Rumbek, Lakes State, livestock is increasingly connecting pastoral communities to wider economic opportunities. At Malith Cattle Auction Market, herders sell prized animals to meet household needs, pay school fees and fulfill social obligations. In nearby kraals, cattle remain central to daily life, despite challenges in treating livestock diseases. With more than 36 million cattle, sheep

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11:32

3351: FEATURE | JUBA IDP Camp - A Struggle for Basic...

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2026/08/29

Thousands of displaced people living in Juba’s IDP camps are facing serious challenges accessing healthcare and basic sanitation. In two camps, residents say limited medical services, shortages of medicines and a lack of maternity care are making life increasingly difficult. Pregnant women often have to travel long distances to seek maternal services, while camp leaders say some residents have died at home after failing to access care. Juma Emmanuel visits the camps to document residents’

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30:03

3350: Finding the Missing: South Sudan’s Search for...

Radio Miraya ·

2026/08/27

What happens to families when a loved one disappears, and they are left without answers?Every year on August 30, the world marks the International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances, standing with families who continue to search for their missing relatives and seek to know what happened to them.In South Sudan, we explore the scale of the missing persons issue, efforts to trace those who remain unaccounted for, and the support available to affected families.On the Miraya Breakfast Show, we

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91:52

3349: NATIONWIDE SPECIAL EDITION | Is South Sudan...

Radio Miraya ·

2026/08/27

On this special extended edition of Nationwide, we examine South Sudan’s preparedness for its upcoming elections. The country is scheduled to hold its first post-independence general elections in December 2026, a milestone that will mark the end of the current transitional period. However, the process unfolds amid significant challenges, with the Revitalised Peace Agreement remaining fragile.In this edition, we speak with the Chairperson of the National Elections Commission, Professor Abednego Akok

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26:14

3348: Think Before You Share: Social Media and South...

Radio Miraya ·

2026/08/25

Misinformation, disinformation and hate speech can pose serious risks to social cohesion as South Sudan prepares for elections.In this episode of the Miraya Breakfast Show, youth advocates from Peacepedia discuss how young people can identify false and harmful information, avoid spreading hate speech and use social media responsibly during the election period.The discussion also focuses on young people's role as both consumers and creators of online content, and what government can do to provide

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46:54

3347: NATIONWIDE: The Role of the Anti-Corruption...

Radio Miraya ·

2026/08/19

Anti-corruption bodies can help protect the integrity of elections by preventing, detecting, investigating and prosecuting electoral malpractices, including vote-buying, bribery, misuse of public resources and illicit campaign financing. On this episode of Nationwide Discussion Hour, we speak with officials from the South Sudan Anti-Corruption Commission about how they will monitor and address corruption during the electoral process.We examine the laws and regulations governing electoral corruption,

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45:25

3346: NATIONWIDE | Higher Education: Priorities,...

Radio Miraya ·

2026/08/19

On this episode of Nationwide Discussion Hour, we speak with the Minister of Higher Education, Hon. Changkuoth Bichiock Reth, about the state of higher education in South Sudan.The discussion covers the planned expansion of public universities, the long-awaited Student Support Fund, research and development, scholarships, challenges facing existing universities, and the push to increase higher education funding to at least 5% of the national budget.What are the priorities, and what can students

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21:51

3345: MIRAYA BREAKFAST SHOW: Ebola Preparedness in Focus

Radio Miraya ·

2026/08/10

The Miraya Breakfast Show discusses South Sudan’s Ebola preparedness as health authorities strengthen measures to prevent the virus from entering the country despite no confirmed cases. Guests from the Ministry of Health, the World Health Organisation, and Hope Restoration South Sudan explain border screening, community surveillance, public awareness campaigns, and practical prevention measures, while addressing misinformation and the importance of early reporting.

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98:52

3344: ROUNDTABLE: Fostering peaceful coexistence,...

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2026/08/08

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3343: WORKING TOGETHER | Building an Inclusive South...

Radio Miraya ·

2026/08/07

Working Together discusses disability inclusion in South Sudan and the shift from humanitarian support to rights-based and civic empowerment approaches. Host Tidio Betty speaks with Seme Lado Michael, Disability Inclusion Coordinator at Light for the World, and Issa Khamis Mursal, Disability Inclusion Advisor at Light for the World. The programme explores disability rights, inclusive education, employment opportunities, social stigma, access to services in remote areas, and practical steps

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46:34

3342: NATIONWIDE: South Sudan Strengthens Ebola...

Radio Miraya ·

2026/08/07

Nationwide discusses South Sudan’s readiness for Ebola Virus Disease under the theme “Public Trust Through Preparedness and Partnership.” Host Gabriel Shidar speaks with Dr Kediende Chong, Executive Director of the National Public Health Institute; Dr Aggrey Bategereza, Emergency Preparedness and Response Team Lead; and Dr Tolbert Nyenswah, Country Director of Africa CDC. The guests explain the country’s preparedness measures, cross-border collaboration, community engagement, and the role of

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44:17

3342: WORKING TOGETHER: Community response to gender...

Radio Miraya ·

2026/08/07

Working Together explores how Women for Justice and Equality is partnering with community-based groups to implement its 2026 Community Care Action Plan under the theme, “One Community, One Voice: Promoting Equality, Protecting Survivors, Ending Violence.” The discussion focuses on community responses to gender-based violence, survivor support services, access to justice in remote areas, psychosocial and livelihood assistance, and the role of women, police groups, and local leaders in preventing

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28:24

3341: Shabaka Maisha Reaches 20 Counties as Officials...

Radio Miraya ·

2026/08/06

Officials from South Sudan’s Ministry of Agriculture say the Shabaka Maisha social protection project is supporting vulnerable households through direct income support and labour-intensive public works. The programme is operating in 20 counties and targets refugees, returnees, host communities, and other vulnerable groups. Officials say beneficiaries are using cash transfers for food, school fees, healthcare, and small businesses. They acknowledge delays in recent payment cycles but insist the

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18:43

3340: Economist warns capital flight is draining...

Radio Miraya ·

2026/08/05

South Sudan’s economy is under pressure, with rising prices, cash shortages, and limited jobs despite its vast natural resources and youthful population. Economist and University of Juba lecturer Ustaz Dengdit Akol Dengdit says rampant capital flight is draining money from the country, weakening local businesses, and slowing growth. In this, he calls for stronger support for South Sudanese entrepreneurs, investment in agriculture and industry, and policies that keep more wealth circulating within

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30:42

3339: MANDELA DAY: Ambassador, Civil Society Leader...

Radio Miraya ·

2026/08/03

As the world marked Nelson Mandela International Day on 18 July, South Africa’s Ambassador to South Sudan, Advocate Mahlodi Sam Muofhe, and civil society leader Animu Athiei reflected on Mandela’s legacy of peace, reconciliation and service. In this conversation, they highlight dialogue over conflict, volunteerism, social justice and youth leadership as key lessons for South Sudan’s democratic journey. The interview also outlines upcoming Mandela Day activities in Juba, including a community run,

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93:50

3338: ROUNDTABLE | South Sudan’s 2026 Elections:...

Radio Miraya ·

2026/08/01

As South Sudan moves toward the planned 22 December 2026 elections, leaders from political parties joined Radio Miraya’s Roundtable to debate a crucial question: are the country and its political actors truly ready? In this episode, leaders discuss civic education, voter registration, political space, peace implementation and the path to credible elections. The conversation reflects both hope and concern, but one message stands out: citizens must be informed and engaged if elections are to

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27:22

3337: NATIONWIDE | Transitional Government Should Not...

Radio Miraya ·

2026/07/31

As South Sudan moves towards its first election since independence, questions on the country's readiness for the polls have taken centre stage. South Sudan's peace agreement has failed to address fragility, and the country heads to the polls, expected to end the transitional period. Nationwide's Gabriel Shadar is in conversation with academic researcher and analyst Jan Popsisil.

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