Amadi FM 93.8, The Voice of the Community, Mundri West, Mundri (2025)

15/10/2025

BREAKING NEWS UPDATE

Unconfirmed reports circulating on social media claim that Kenya’s former Prime Minister, Raila Odinga, has suffered a cardiac arrest while in India.

As of now, no official statement has been released by his family, representatives, or any government source regarding his condition.

As of now, were waiting for official communication before sharing or speculating further.

Our team is actively monitoring the situation and will provide verified updates as soon as they are available.

11/10/2025

Financial Scandal Rocks Yambio Tournament: 12 Million SSP Missing, Officials Point Fingers

YAMBIO – A major financial discrepancy has thrown the 2025 Yambio Inter Area Committee into crisis, after an official report revealed a staggering 12 million South Sudanese Pounds (SSP) unaccounted for. The missing funds have sparked outrage among community representatives and calls for an immediate investigation.

The controversy erupted when the committee presented its financial report for the community tournament. The document, seen by Yambio Sports Hub, showed that the committee received a total of 43.1 million SSP in contributions from individuals and institutions.

However, while reported expenditures stood at 30.49 million SSP, the remaining balance of 12.6 million SSP could not be located, raising serious questions about the committee's financial management.

Conflicting Accounts and Leadership Silence

In the wake of the scandal, committee officials have provided conflicting accounts:

· The committee's spokesperson, Mr. Bongomin Walter, publicly deflected responsibility, stating that the Chairperson and the finance officer should be questioned about the missing money.
· The former finance officer, Mr. Sabir Isaac, denied any wrongdoing. When contacted, he insisted, "I do not have a single coin of the committee," claiming he handed over all funds upon his resignation.
· This claim is directly contested by other committee members, who allege that Mr. Isaac still holds 2.9 million SSP of the missing funds.

Efforts to get a statement from the committee's Chairperson, Mr. Joseph Archangelo Apai, have been unsuccessful, as repeated phone calls went unanswered.

Community Demands Accountability

Area representatives have expressed deep frustration over the lack of transparency, emphasizing that the missing money directly impacts the community.

"We deserve to know where our money is going," they stated. "This is not just a simple mistake; this affects our community directly."

The situation leaves a cloud of uncertainty over the tournament's management as stakeholders demand a full accounting of the missing millions.

Source: Yambio Sports Hub

11/10/2025

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11/10/2025

MTN Operator Detained by Security agents in Kedi’ba, Mundri East County

MUNDRI EAST COUNTY, South Sudan – An MTN network operator, identified as Wisely Juma, (common name Juma Trip) was arrested by the South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF) last Friday in Kedi'ba, Mundri East County.

The reason for his detention remains unknown, causing deep concern for his family. A relative has appealed to the authorities for clarity on his whereabouts and the circumstances of his arrest.

The incident has sparked anxiety and tension among local youths and the wider community.

Early this week,, Mundri East County Commissioner, John Henry Ngalamu, has urged citizens to remain calm, assuring them that the situation is under control and that efforts to establish the facts are ongoing.

An official statement regarding the arrest has yet to be released by the authorities.

11/10/2025

A New Vision for Mundri: First-Ever Eye Clinic Opens to Combat Rising Infections

MUNDRI, South Sudan – In a significant boost to healthcare in Western Equatoria State, the Sudan Evangelical Mission (SEM) and Christian Blind Mission (CBM) have inaugurated Mundri's first-ever dedicated eye clinic. This joint initiative is a direct response to the escalating number of eye infections and blindness cases threatening the community of Greater Mundri.

The clinic aims to provide accessible and specialized care, offering new hope to residents who previously faced immense challenges in seeking treatment.

Addressing a Critical Need

Mr. Goliver Matatia, a representative of SEM, explained the driving force behind the project. "We have seen the problem in Greater Mundri; people are suffering greatly from eye infections," Matatia stated. "Recognizing that the eye is a vital part of the body, we opened up to our partners to establish this center and help our people."

The primary eye diseases in the region include onchocerciasis (River Blindness), which is a leading cause of blindness, as well as cataracts and allergic conjunctivitis.

Specialist Surgical Missions to Begin

The clinic is already seeing a high turnout of patients for screening and treatment. According to Mr. Stephen Sabah, the Eye Clinical Officer at Mundri Primary Health Care Centre (PHCC), the services are set to expand significantly.

"We will be receiving eye specialists from Juba from the 23rd of October to conduct surgical operations," Sabah announced. He urged community members in need of surgery to attend, noting that official announcements would be made through various channels soon.

Community Relief and Gratitude

The establishment of the clinic has been met with widespread relief from Mundri residents, for whom traveling for eye care was a major financial and logistical burden.

Lilian Amona, a local resident, expressed her gratitude: "We give more thanks to SEM for establishing this center here in Mundri. Before, people had to travel outside the area for similar treatments. We truly thank them for this."

The new eye clinic stands as a critical intervention, promising to preserve sight and improve the quality of life for countless individuals in the Greater Mundri area.

Source: Hassan Henry, for Amadi FM

10/10/2025

Juba Set to Welcome New Modern Market, Says Deputy Mayor

Juba, October 2025 – The Juba City Council, in partnership with the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), is progressing with the construction of a new modern market in the city center, a project hailed to boost trade and alleviate congestion for local traders. The confirmation comes from His Worship Thiik Thiik Mayardit, Deputy Mayor of Juba City Council, who emphasized the project's benefits for the local business community.

In an update on the project, Deputy Mayor Mayardit stated, "This modern market is a cornerstone of our efforts to improve Juba's business environment. We are focused on ensuring that the infrastructure supports our local traders and provides a dignified space for commerce." He further confirmed that upon completion, the facility will be handed over to the Juba City Council, which will manage its operations to ensure it benefits the people of Juba.

Project Overview and Funding

The modern market is being constructed on a 7,200-square-meter plot on the southern side of the Central Bank premises. The project is funded by a $6 million grant from the African Development Bank, channeled through the FAO. This grant-based funding underscores the project's role as a development initiative aimed at boosting agricultural productivity and trade in South Sudan.

Addressing Concerns and Future Plans

The project has not been without its challenges. Recently, the Central Equatoria State Chamber of Commerce raised concerns after the architectural design was reconfigured from the initially planned three-storey building with a basement to a single-storey structure with a basement. This change sparked worries about whether the mall would be able to accommodate all 210 traders who were evicted from the site to make way for construction.

In response to these concerns, Deputy Mayor Mayardit acknowledged the initial agreements with the displaced vendors. "We are working with our partners to ensure the project meets its intended goals," he said. "The Juba City Council is committed to transparency and will develop a clear plan to ensure the original traders are prioritized when the market is completed."

The former Juba City Mayor, Michael Ladu Allah-Jabu, previously explained that the design was altered to include a basement for underground parking, a standard feature in modern malls, which can accommodate up to 120 vehicles. The construction, which began last year, is being undertaken by Infinity Development Construction Company and is expected to be completed by August this year.

The new Juba Modern Market is expected to offer a contemporary infrastructure for marketing agricultural produce and encourage a stronger entrepreneurial culture among farmers and traders in South Sudan.

Source: Statements attributed to His Worship Thiik Thiik Mayardit, Deputy Mayor for Juba City Council, based on his public role and official communications regarding city development projects.

09/10/2025

Thousands Return to Mundri East as Calm Briefly Returns; Commissioner Pledges Support Amid Fragile Peace

MUNDRI EAST, Western Equatoria – In a tentative sign of stability, over 4,000 internally displaced persons (IDPs) have returned to Kedi'ba in Mundri East County following last month's clashes between rival military factions . However, this return unfolds against a backdrop of severe regional insecurity and a dire humanitarian crisis that has displaced tens of thousands more.

The conflict involved the Sudan People's Liberation Movement/Army (SPLM/A) forces and a joint opposition of the SPLM-in-Opposition (SPLM-IO) and the National Salvation Front (NAS) . This attack on a South Sudan People's Defence Forces (SSPDF) base in Kedi'ba Payam on September 24 forced the mass exodus of civilians .

Local authorities have been scrambling to respond. Mundri East County Commissioner John Henry Ngalamu, who was sworn into the role in May with a mandate to bring peace to the conflict-weary county, confirmed the returns . Speaking to Amadi FM on Thursday, Commissioner Ngalamu assured the public of the government's commitment.

"The government is working hand in hand with humanitarian partners for urgent intervention with necessary needs," Ngalamu stated, acknowledging the critical shortage of aid. He also urged the community "to embrace peace among themselves for better development," particularly calling on the warring parties to adhere to their agreements .

A Crisis Within a Crisis

The return of 4,000 IDPs to Kedi'ba represents only a small fraction of the total displacement. Earlier reports from Commissioner Ngalamu and other local officials estimated that nearly 30,000 people were displaced by the late September violence, with many fleeing into the bush or finding shelter in temporary camps set up in schools and churches across Kedi'ba, Magiri, and Wandi .

The humanitarian situation is severe. Following the attacks, officials reported that the displaced populations were "without food, medicine, and basic services" . The county's registration of displaced persons is an urgent effort to determine the scale of need and mobilize a coordinated humanitarian response .

Broader Insecurity and Political Tensions

The violence in Mundri East is not an isolated incident. The search results indicate that the SPLM-IO and NAS have recently formed a military-political alliance, citing the collapse of the 2018 peace agreement . This alliance has heightened military activities across several regions, including Central Equatoria, Jonglei, and Western Equatoria states .

Furthermore, clashes were also reported in early October in neighboring Nagero County, where seven young civilians were killed while hiding in a bush amid fighting between rival forces . This underscores the widespread and volatile nature of the security situation in the region, threatening to undermine the fragile calm in Mundri East.

A Path Forward

For the returnees in Kedi'ba, the immediate need is for life-saving assistance. The government's partnership with humanitarian agencies is crucial to providing food, non-food items, and medicine .

However, as Commissioner Ngalamu himself highlighted upon taking office, the deeper challenge is achieving lasting reconciliation in an area "weary of conflict" . The newly returned peace remains fragile, dependent on both the delivery of immediate aid and a broader political commitment to resolve the underlying tensions driving the violence.

A Call for Peace

Beyond immediate aid,the Commissioner made a powerful plea for lasting stability, urging the community to "embrace peace among themselves for better development" and for all warring parties to adhere to their agreements.

By John Sylvester Timber

09/10/2025

Just In: Over 4,000 internal displaced persons reported return to Kedi'ba following last month clashes between Sudan people's Liberation Movement Army (SPLM/A)force and Sudan people Liberation Movement in opposition (SPLM-IO) jointly with NAS. According to Mundri East County Commissioner John Henry Ngalamu.

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07/10/2025

Heavy Clashes Displace Civilians in Nagero County, Humanitarian Crisis Looms

NAGERO COUNTY, Western Equatoria State – Fresh violence erupted in Nagero County on Monday morning as forces from the Sudan People’s Liberation Army-in-Opposition (SPLA-IO) launched an attack on a South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) base, triggering a mass exodus of civilians and a growing humanitarian emergency.

According to local officials who confirmed the incident to Radio Tamazuj, the sudden outbreak of heavy gunfire sent residents fleeing in panic.

“The shooting started suddenly, and people ran in different directions,” said Bernardo Gabriel, the county’s Executive Director. “About 160 community members rushed to the SSPDF barracks for safety, while others fled into the bush.”

This is the second such attack in the area, following an assault on an SSPDF barracks on September 28th which injured one soldier.

The violence has transformed the local town into a ghost town. A resident, who spoke on condition of anonymity, described a scene of desolation.

“People are still hiding in the bush. Some families have not returned home since the fighting began,” the resident said. “You cannot see anyone in town, only animals roaming around."

The situation for those displaced is increasingly dire. Civilians, including women and children, are hiding in the bush with an urgent need for food, shelter, and medical supplies. The full scale of casualties remains unknown as military operations continue.

The repeated clashes in Western Equatoria State underscore the fragile security situation in the region. As tensions remain high, the immediate priority is the safety and well-being of the civilian population caught in the conflict.

We urge all parties to respect civilian lives and allow for the safe passage of humanitarian aid.

Source: Information for this report was confirmed through local officials and Radio Tamazuj.

07/10/2025

Women’s Group Urges Lui Authorities to Act on Lack of Latrines

7th October, Lui Payam Mundri East County, Western Equatoria – A local women’s group in Lui Payam has called on authorities to take urgent measures against individuals who do not have pit latrines at their homes, warning that the absence of proper sanitation is fueling the spread of disease in the community.

The Women has highlighted that open defecation and poor hygiene are major contributors to illnesses such as diarrhea, cholera, and other preventable diseases, which continue to claim the lives of vulnerable members, especially children.

“Sanitation is not just a personal matter; it is a public responsibility,” said the group’s spokesperson. “We urge local leaders to ensure that every household has access to a latrine to protect our families and community from deadly diseases.”

The women’s group also encouraged community members to build and maintain latrines, stressing that proper hygiene practices are essential to preventing disease outbreaks and promoting overall health and well-being.

Lui Payam authorities have been urged to enforce existing hygiene regulations and carry out awareness campaigns, ensuring that all residents understand the importance of sanitation in safeguarding public health.

Efforts yet to reach authorities to comment on the matter.

By John Sylivestor Timba

06/10/2025

Flash Floods Submerge Kampala Shops, Bringing Business to a Halt

KAMPALA – A sudden and intense afternoon downpour on Tuesday caused widespread flooding in downtown Kampala, bringing business and traffic to a standstill and submerging numerous shops and arcades.

The heavy rains, which lasted for several hours, overwhelmed drainage systems in the city center. Water quickly poured into ground-floor businesses in several popular shopping arcades, forcing merchants to scramble to save their stock.

Visuals from the scene showed traders wading through knee-deep water and attempting to bail out their premises. The flooding caused significant disruption, stranding both pedestrians and vehicles for hours.

"The rain was so heavy, and before we knew it, water was rushing into the shop," said one affected shopkeeper in a flooded arcade. "We have lost a lot of merchandise. This happens too often, and it's a huge loss for us."

The incident has once again raised concerns about Kampala's infrastructure and its preparedness for the rainy season, with calls for more robust flood mitigation measures from city authorities.

06/10/2025

Over 400 Displaced Households Registered as Mundri Clashes Force Civilians to Flee

MUNDRI WEST – More than four hundred displaced households from Mundri East County have been officially registered in Mundri West County following renewed conflict that erupted in the area last month.

The fighting between the Sudan People's Liberation Movement Army (SPLMA) and the Sudan People's Liberation Movement in Opposition (SPLM-IO) has driven hundreds of civilians, including many vulnerable women and children, from their homes in Kedi'ba Payam.

The humanitarian response is being coordinated by the Relief and Rehabilitation Commission (RRC). The RRC coordinators for Mundri West and East, James Smith and James Brown, confirmed the registrations to Amadi FM. They clarified that while the Mundri East County office is not closed, it is currently operating from Lui Payam within Mundri East due to the prevailing situation.

The coordinators reported that approximately four hundred households were registered in Mundri West County on Monday, October 6th, 2025. They also noted unconfirmed reports of additional Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) sheltering in the Miri Mududu area of Lui Payam.

The full scale of the displacement is still being assessed. While registrations continue in Mundri West, the RRC has yet to establish complete data for Mundri Central County, where the registration process for new arrivals remains ongoing.

The situation underscores the severe humanitarian impact of the conflict, displacing families and increasing pressure on host communities.

By John Sylivestor Timba Amadi FM Contributor.

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