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02/09/2025

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19/06/2025

OLENT, ILAPI Launch Report on Barriers to Accessing Next of Kin Funds in South Sudan

By Jackson Gaaniko | Yambio FM

The Organization for Liberty and Entrepreneurship (OLENT), in partnership with Ghana’s Institute for Liberty and Policy Innovation (ILAPI) and supported by Atlas Network, has released a new report exposing major obstacles South Sudanese citizens face in claiming next of kin funds from deceased relatives.

The report, titled "Ending Family Poverty: Unlocking the Funds of Next of Kin," was launched Thursday in Yambio, Western Equatoria State.

Speaking at the launch, OLENT Executive Director Mustapher Marko said the study surveyed 379 individuals—283 men and 96 women—in Juba, Malakal, Bentiu, Wau, Pibor, Warrap, and Yambio. Results showed that while many people list a next of kin on their bank accounts, nearly 30% do not inform the person named—often due to mistrust or family conflicts.

Worryingly, only 15% of those surveyed had managed to access the funds. Most cited long delays and expensive procedures, with some cases taking up to 56 working days.

Further consultations with 11 financial institutions revealed that 70% of banks do not follow up on dormant accounts, and more than 85% fail to disclose information about unclaimed funds—despite legal requirements.

OLENT Program Manager Moses Sukuni described the system as “broken,” saying families continue to suffer from delays, hidden fees, and lack of transparency.

The report recommends:

Mandatory notification of next of kin,

Simplified legal and documentation processes,

Public awareness on wills and inheritance rights,

Stronger coordination among banks, courts, and government institutions.

The study also highlighted that families without a written will often face prolonged clan consultations and court processes—adding emotional and financial stress during times of grief.

The authors are now calling on the Central Bank of South Sudan, commercial banks, and lawmakers to act urgently to reform

21/05/2025

4-Day Journalism Training Kicks Off in Yambio for Yambio FM Staff

A four-day journalism training workshop for Yambio FM staff officially commenced on Wednesday morning at Tourist Hotel in Yambio. The training, organized by UNESCO with support from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), brings together reporters, news anchors, and staff from the Ministry of Information and Communication in Western Equatoria State.

The initiative, being implemented in selected areas including Yambio, Malakal, and another state, aims to build the capacity of local media by equipping journalists with practical skills and knowledge in modern journalism practices. Upon completion of the training, UNESCO is expected to provide new media equipment to the participating institutions.

The opening ceremony was attended by high-profile officials, including the Acting Governor of Western Equatoria State, Hon. James Severino Morris; Acting Minister of Information and Communication, Ann Tuna; Director General of the Ministry of Information, Fora Isaac; President of the Union of Journalists of WES Branch (UJOSS-WES), Christopher Gaaniko Ginaba; as well as the management and staff of Yambio FM.

This training underscores the vital role of empowering local media professionals to promote accurate, ethical, and inclusive journalism in South Sudan.

By Jackson Gaaniko Juakali

21/03/2025

Journalist Charles Wote’s Body Arrives in Yambio

The body of the late Charles Wote, a journalist with Eye Radio and a former reporter at Yambio FM, arrived in Yambio this morning.

Family members, friends, colleagues, and members of the media fraternity gathered to receive his remains, mourning the loss of a dedicated journalist who contributed significantly to the profession.

The funeral service is being held at the Christian Ecumenical Evangelical Church (CEEC), located opposite Yambio State Hospital.

More details on the burial arrangements will be shared as they become available.

📷 Jackson Gaaniko Juakali (Journalist)

20/03/2025

INFORMATION TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC OF WESTERN EQUATORIA STATE

Arrival of Journalist Charles Wote’s Body on Friday Morning

The journalists of Western Equatoria State (WES) wish to inform the general public, particularly those in Yambio, that the body of our late colleague, Charles Wote, will arrive in Yambio tomorrow morning.

The body will be transported by plane and is scheduled to depart at exactly 8:00 AM, arriving in Yambio at 9:30 AM on a chartered flight.

We kindly invite the community to join us in receiving and mourning our late colleague, who dedicated his career to journalism, starting from Yambio and later working with Eye Radio in Juba.

Upon arrival, the body will be transported from Yambio Airstrip to CEEC Church, located opposite Yambio State Hospital. Family, friends, community members, and fellow journalists will gather there to pay their last respects. Mourning and prayer sessions will take place throughout Friday and Saturday.

Anyone willing to offer support can do so through UJOSS, Yambio FM, or Anisa FM. For further inquiries or assistance, please contact:

Jackson Gaaniko
Information & Communication Officer
📞 0927721800

By Jackson Gaaniko / Journalists of WES – Yambio

20/03/2025

UPDATES FROM WESTERN EQUATORIA STATE (YAMBIO)

WES-Based Journalists Conduct Final Site Cleaning in Honor of Late Colleague Charles Wote

On Thursday morning, journalists from Western Equatoria State gathered in Yambio to carry out a final general cleaning at the burial site of their late colleague, Charles Wote, who passed away in Kampala. This was the second visit by the media team to the site, where they thoroughly cleaned the area in preparation for his funeral and final resting place.

More than 20 journalists participated in the cleanup, ensuring that the surroundings were well-organized and that the parking area was prepared for visitors, friends, community members, and the bereaved family.

This initiative was led by representatives from various media houses and freelance journalists, demonstrating their solidarity and respect for their departed colleague.

The event was also attended by representatives of the Western Equatoria State Women’s Union, including Chairlady Fozia Abbas Barnaba Bangasu and the Union’s Secretary, Flora Gume.

The journalists in Yambio expressed deep sorrow over the loss of Charles Wote, describing him as a dedicated professional and an esteemed colleague. Wote previously served as Press Secretary in the office of the late Commissioner Essein Enoka and as a Senior Reporter at Yambio FM. His contributions to the media industry in Western Equatoria State will be dearly missed.

By Jackson Gaaniko
Information & Communication, WES Journalists under UJOSS

18/03/2025

UPDATES FROM YAMBIO

Yambio-Based Journalists Mobilize for the Funeral of Late Charles Wote

On Tuesday morning, journalists from Western Equatoria State gathered in Yambio to organize and prepare the burial site for their late colleague, Charles Wote, who passed away in Kampala. The team visited the site where he will be laid to rest and where the funeral will take place.

During the visit, more than 25 journalists participated in digging the grave, cleaning the area, and preparing the parking yard for visitors, friends, the community of Yambio, and the bereaved family.

This initiative was led by the executive members of the Union of Journalists of South Sudan (UJOSS) in WES, alongside managers from Yambio FM and Anisa FM, freelance journalists, and online bloggers.

The team is expected to return to the site tomorrow to continue cleaning and ensuring the area is well-prepared. Since Monday, journalists from all 10 counties of Western Equatoria State have been actively involved in this effort.

By Jackson Gaaniko
Information & Communication, WES Journalists under UJOSS

15/03/2025

Bad News
Sunrise show team from Yambio FM is shocked by the sudden death of our colleague Wote.😭😭 May his soul rest in peace.

22/09/2024

Catch all the sports stories this afternoon on Yambio FM from 2-4pm as our Sports analysts Christopher Gaaniko Ginaba , Mubarak Nelson and Sukoyo Jackson Gatakor will be in the studio.

Expect exclusively analysis of the SSD Cup games in Yambio, Maridi and Mundri plus the Local League in Ibba County.

The show will end with international sports stories as Manchester City will take on Arsenal later at 5:30PM CAT.

Send in your questions and predictions and they will all be read live in the program only on Yambio FM, the people's radio.

20/09/2024

A group photo taken this afternoon by Yambio FM journalists after a successful general staff meeting chaired by the Acting Station Manager for Yambio FM Mr. Alex Digi.

19/09/2024

News from Yambio Freedom Square! Over
746 police officers have graduated today 19th-Sep-2024 after attending 6months Refresher Training. The 800 police officers have been drown from the 10 counties of WES. Tune to Yambio FM at 6:00pm for full story.

Source: Emma Thewise.

14/09/2024

Hard life Avenue team who in Yambio currently will been live on Yambio FM Weekend Mixdown this evening from 6-7pm with Jackson Gaaniko Juakali

They are set to perform this night at BK Garden

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