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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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3203: Working Together: Community Blood Donation in...

Radio Miraya ·

2026/01/23

This edition of Working Together focuses on saving lives through blood donation in South Sudan, highlighting the work of the Kajokeji Community Blood Donor Initiative (KCBDI). The programme explores why blood donation is critical for mothers, trauma patients and children with severe anaemia, how KCBDI mobilises communities, and the impact of its work. Guests also discuss myths around blood donation, challenges they face, and how the public can get involved to help save lives

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3202: MSF warns access restrictions put lives at risk...

Radio Miraya ·

2026/01/22

Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) says access restrictions in parts of Jonglei State have forced it to scale down medical services to life-saving care only in Lenkien and Pieri. MSF Operations Manager Gul Badshah warns that disrupted supply lines and referral delays put critically ill patients, including pregnant women, at risk of death or lifelong disability. MSF urges all parties to guarantee safe, unhindered humanitarian access to protect civilians amid escalating insecurity.

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3201: Civil Society Calls for Ceasefire and Return to...

Radio Miraya ·

2026/01/19

In this episode of the Miraya Breakfast Show, Bol Deng Bol, Chairperson of the Jonglei Civil Society Network, speaks on the worsening security situation in Jonglei State and the network’s call for an immediate end to hostilities. He describes ongoing displacement, fear among civilians, and the spread of violence across several counties, warning that continued fighting undermines the 2018 peace agreement. Bol Deng Bol urges all parties to observe an immediate ceasefire and return to dialogue,

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3200: Can South Sudan to South Sudan Dialogue Break...

Radio Miraya ·

2026/01/19

On the Miraya Breakfast Show, host Juma Imanullah Sandi spoke with Edmond Yakani, Executive Director of the Community Empowerment for Progress Organisation (CEPO), about the launch of the South Sudan to South Sudan political party dialogue. The discussion focused on why the initiative is critical at a time of renewed violence, displacement, and stalled implementation of the 2018 Revitalised Peace Agreement. Yakani explained that the dialogue aims to bring signatory parties back to the table to

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104:47

3199: Disability, Representation, and the Path to...

Radio Miraya ·

2026/01/17

This episode of the Radio Miraya Round Table, hosted by Yash Garang, discusses how persons with disabilities can be more fully included in South Sudan’s political transition and upcoming elections. Guests Mandela Isaac of Society Transformation for Equal Rights, Mawut Louis from the National Constitutional Review Commission, and Joko Sule examine why representation remains low despite existing legal protections. They highlight gaps in election and party laws, weak implementation, and social

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39:57

3198: Geographical Constituencies and the Road to the...

Radio Miraya ·

2026/01/15

This episode of Democracy in Action examines South Sudan’s path to the 2026 elections and the decision to use previously established geographic constituencies. The discussion explores what this means for representation and fairness, how it may affect the participation of women, youth, rural communities and minority groups, and what can be done to strengthen public trust and ensure credible and peaceful elections. Guests are Gabriel Bol Deng, Secretary General of the National Elections Commission,

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3197: Local Ownership, Lasting Peace

Radio Miraya ·

2026/01/14

In this episode, Nationwide explores growing calls for South Sudan to localise the peace process as a path to lasting stability, with leaders urging a bottom-up approach that involves local communities and authorities to build trust and break cycles of revenge and marginalisation. The discussion features Merakaje Lorna, a civil society representative and Head of the Technical Secretariat of the Home Grown Initiative, and Hon. Malish Noel Scopas, Member of the State Transitional Legislative Assembly

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17:46

3196: Understanding the Naath Customary Law: From...

Radio Miraya ·

2026/01/14

The Miraya Breakfast Show explores the newly codified Naath customary law and its significance for rule of law in South Sudan. UNMISS Chief of Rule of Law, Anees Ahmed explains why putting customary law into writing matters, how it aligns with the Constitution and national legislation, and what it means for chiefs, communities and dispute resolution. The discussion highlights impacts on marriage, land, compensation and conflict reduction, the role of chiefs, community ownership, and whether the

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21:31

3195: Madi Community Calls for Fair Compensation and...

Radio Miraya ·

2026/01/13

This episode of the Miraya Breakfast Show focuses on electricity transmission and community benefits in Nimule and the wider Madi area. The Chairperson of the Madi Community, Engineer Joseph Gawa, discusses the Karuma - Juba transmission line, compensation for land, environmental concerns and local participation. He also highlights opportunities created by newly energised power lines, calls for fair community benefits, and urges investors and authorities to engage transparently with local

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3194: NATIONWIDE: Interview with UNISFA's Outgoing...

Radio Miraya ·

2025/12/17

In this extended interview, we speak with the outgoing Acting Head of Mission and Force Commander of UNISFA, Major General Robert Yaw Affram.The conversation comes at a critical moment for the Abyei area, following a deadly drone attack on UN peacekeepers in Kadugli, rising cross-border movements, seasonal migration pressures, and ongoing efforts to protect civilians and ease intercommunal tensions. Major General Affram reflects on security, humanitarian access, reconciliation between communities,

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44:47

3193: Working Together: Samaritan’s Purse Brings...

Radio Miraya ·

2025/12/17

Guest: - Christian Bester, Country Director of Samaritan Purse

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13:58

3192: Civil Defense Addresses Fire Preparedness...

Radio Miraya ·

2025/12/17

Guest: - Major General Pascal Lado, Director of Civil Defense for Central Equatoria State

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3191: MBS. MSF Warns of Worsening Health Crisis in...

Radio Miraya ·

2025/12/16

Guest: - Dr. Sigrid Lamberg, MSF Head of Field Operations in South Sudan.

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17:51

3190: MBS. Expanding Access to Higher Education for...

Radio Miraya ·

2025/12/15

Guests: - Yayoi Segi-Vltchek, UNESCO Head of Office and Representative to South Sudan. - Ustaz Job Akuei, Director General for Certification, Verification and Authentication at the Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology.

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3189: CLOSE-UP: From Classroom to Nation-Building:...

Radio Miraya ·

2025/12/12

In this episode, we sit down with one of South Sudan’s most distinguished academics, writers, and rights advocates, Professor Dr. Julia Aker Duany.Born in Rumbek County, Lakes State, and raised in a family of 52 children, Professor Aker’s path into public life has been shaped by resilience, education, and a lifelong commitment to justice. She once dreamed of becoming a medical doctor but ultimately found her calling as a teacher, a profession she has dedicated more than 50 years to, both in Sudan

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13:07

3188: MBS. Juba Film Festival 2025: Celebrating...

Radio Miraya ·

2025/12/12

Guests: - Simon Bingo, Juba Film Festival Director - Sarah Kindu, Actress, Festival Member

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8:14

3187: MBS. One Million Seeking Safety: IOM’s Response...

Radio Miraya ·

2025/12/12

Guest: - Asar Mohammad, Head of Humanitarian Assistance and Operations at IOM

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11:32

3186: MBS. WHO and National Ministry of Health:...

Radio Miraya ·

2025/12/12

Guests: - Joseph Mung’atu, WHO - Amanya Jacob Kasio , Director for Research Ministry of Health

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41:42

3185: Democracy in Action: Youth Unemployment

Radio Miraya ·

2025/12/11

Guests:- Tito Mule Alex, Concerned Youth Leaders of South Sudan Group - James Adhal Kot, Concerned Youth Leaders of South Sudan Group - Alia Joyce Anthony, Concerned Youth Leaders of South Sudan Group

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3184: MBS. UNDP and University of Juba Unveil...

Radio Miraya ·

2025/12/11

Guest: - Natacha Kunama, Peace and Community Cohesion Programme Advisor at UNDP

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