30/12/2025
Oh no! This is so unfortunate.
OBITUARY: Eye Radio Mourns the Death of "The Dawn Show" Presenter Emmanuel Joseph Akile 🕊️
JUBA — The Eye Radio family is devastated to announce the passing of veteran journalist Emmanuel Joseph Akile, who died today at Gudele Hospital in Juba after a brief two-day hospitalization.
For over a decade, Akile was the voice that woke up South Sudanese every morning. A household name across the country, he has served as a presenter of Eye Radio’s flagship program, The Dawn Show, since 2016. Known for his professionalism and deep understanding of national issues, he played a crucial role in informing the public through his coverage of the Addis Ababa peace talks and, most recently, the Tumaini Initiative in Nairobi.
His passing comes as a profound shock to the media fraternity. Akile had only just begun his Christmas holiday leave last week before falling ill.
Earlier this morning, a delegation of Eye Radio staff visited Akile in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) to offer prayers and deliver a medical fund provided by the CEO and management. While we held onto hope for his recovery, he sadly passed away later today.
"Akile was a resourceful journalist and a dedicated colleague whose contribution to the media landscape in South Sudan is immeasurable," the management stated.
We offer our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, media community and the entire people of South Sudan during this time of deep sorrow.
May His Soul Rest in Eternal Peace. 🕯️
