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Sep 29, 2026 · 38:18
Sep 28, 2026 · 30:16
As the world marks World Rabies Day, we look at a deadly but preventable disease and what communities can do to protect themselves. Under this year’s theme, “Stronger Together,”…
Sep 26, 2026 · 1:48:04
With less than three months to South Sudan’s 22 December general elections, political parties are meeting through the newly launched Inter-Party Dialogue to seek consensus on the…
Sep 24, 2026 · 41:55
South Sudan’s National Social Insurance Fund is moving ahead with the implementation of social insurance contributions, including payments for the private sector from 1 October…
Sep 22, 2026 · 25:55
Sep 22, 2026 · 42:54
On Peacemakers this week, we speak to Hiroko Hirahara, Chief of the UNMISS Civil Affairs Division, about the Citizens’ Talk for Peace Forums, an initiative aimed at taking…
Sep 21, 2026 · 14:56
As the world marks the International Day of Peace, we look at what this year’s theme, “Invest in Peace: For Everyone, Everywhere, Every Day,” means for South Sudan. How can…
Sep 19, 2026 · 1:51:37
As South Sudan prepares for elections, what role will young people play in the country’s political and electoral process? Proposed amendments to the National Elections Act…
Sep 18, 2026 · 41:53
In this episode of Health & Wellness, Dr. Bono Bol and Dr. Nyuon Biding discussed the importance of vaccines and immunization. They discuss how vaccines work, routine childhood…
Sep 11, 2026 · 27:18
The United Nations Commission on Human Rights in South Sudan has concluded a four-day visit, warning that renewed violence, political tensions, shrinking civic space and…
Sep 9, 2026 · 10:41
UNESCO is supporting a literacy programme targeting more than 800 women in South Sudan’s security sector. The initiative aims to strengthen reading, writing, communication and…
Sep 8, 2026 · 26:04
Literacy is more than reading and writing. UNICEF Young Reporters Esther Keji and Mark Habet discuss how literacy can help South Sudan’s young people make informed decisions,…
Sep 7, 2026 · 10:54
Teachers Without Borders is calling for a broader approach to literacy in South Sudan, one that also develops critical thinking, communication and problem-solving skills. In this…
Sep 5, 2026 · 1:48:37
Constitutional Amendment No. 13 has removed key legal barriers to South Sudan's first post-independence elections, paving the way for polls planned for December 2026. But is the…
Sep 2, 2026 · 15:27
South Sudan’s Bright Stars have returned from Tunisia with three wins in the latest FIBA Basketball World Cup qualifiers. Central Equatoria Minister of Youth and Culture Hon.…
Sep 2, 2026 · 20:45
This discussion on the Miraya Breakfast Show focuses on women’s participation in South Sudan’s elections, the barriers they face, and the role of political parties, institutions…
Aug 31, 2026 · 39:38
How safe are the products reaching South Sudanese consumers? The South Sudan National Bureau of Standards says it tests imported and locally produced goods, conducts market…
Aug 31, 2026 · 17:57
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…
Aug 29, 2026 · 8:10
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…
Aug 29, 2026 · 10:23
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…
Aug 29, 2026 · 7:12
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…
Aug 29, 2026 · 11:32
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…
Aug 27, 2026 · 30:03
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…
Aug 27, 2026 · 1:31:52
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…
Aug 25, 2026 · 26:14
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 ,…
Aug 19, 2026 · 46:54
Anti-corruption bodies can help protect the integrity of elections by preventing, detecting, investigating and prosecuting electoral malpractices, including vote-buying, bribery,…
Aug 19, 2026 · 45:25
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.…
Aug 10, 2026 · 21:51
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…
Aug 8, 2026 · 1:38:52
Aug 7, 2026 · 44:39
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…
Aug 7, 2026 · 46:34
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…
Aug 7, 2026 · 44:17
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…
Aug 6, 2026 · 28:24
Officials from South Sudan’s Ministry of Agriculture say the Shabaka Maisha social protection project is supporting vulnerable households through direct income support and…
Aug 5, 2026 · 18:43
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…
Aug 3, 2026 · 30:42
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…
Aug 1, 2026 · 1:33:50
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…
Jul 31, 2026 · 27:22
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…
Jul 30, 2026 · 8:46
Fleeing war, healing in Juba. When conflict erupted in Sudan in 2023, doctors such as Dr. Muwahib Ibn Idrissy crossed into South Sudan seeking safety. Today, they are treating…
Jul 28, 2026 · 44:56
In this episode, we sit down with United Nations Volunteer Nenad Milosavljević, an Air Operations Assistant with UNMISS. Originally from Serbia and now based in Greece, Nenad has…
Jul 28, 2026 · 46:25
In this episode, we feature United Nations Volunteer Monica Hernandez, a Supply Chain Assistant with UNMISS. Originally from El Salvador, Monica has spent nearly four years…
Jul 23, 2026 · 45:36
In this episode, we discuss cleft lip and cleft palate, separating facts from myths and explaining how children and adults in South Sudan can access free treatment. Experts from…
Jul 18, 2026 · 1:50:05
As South Sudan moves toward the December 2026 elections, the issue of women's political participation remains at the center of the country's democratic journey. The Revitalized…
Jul 14, 2026 · 1:12:58
Today is World Population Day , and Radio Miraya is focusing on one of the biggest challenges facing South Sudan's young population, school dropout. Across the country, thousands…
Jul 13, 2026 · 8:56
Humanitarian aid often arrives after disaster has already struck. But what if support could reach families before drought pushes them into crisis? For the first time, the World…
Jul 11, 2026 · 1:55:49
South Sudan marks 15 years of independence, but what does the future look like through the eyes of its young people? In this episode, we explore the hopes, expectations and…
Jul 10, 2026 · 1:04:31
A Chai Talk discussion examined why many young people in South Sudan are delaying marriage, after the Mayor of Torit said that only a few of the more than 2,000 youths he…
Jul 9, 2026 · 50:00
As South Sudan marks 15 years of independence, what has the country achieved, what lessons have emerged, and what lies ahead? On this edition of Democracy in Action , a lawmaker,…
Jul 4, 2026 · 1:53:31
South Sudan has set 22 December 2026 as the date for its first post-independence elections, but is the country ready? On this edition of Roundtable , legal experts, civil society…
Jul 3, 2026 · 24:43
Sickle Cell Disease affects millions of people worldwide, yet awareness and understanding of the condition remain low. As South Sudan prepares to commemorate World Sickle Cell…
Jul 3, 2026 · 40:13
How is the second phase of the Enhancing Community Resilience and Local Governance Project helping communities across South Sudan? In this edition of Working Together , we…
Jul 2, 2026 · 43:58
In an exclusive interview on Nationwide with Gabriel Shadar, Egyptian Ambassador Hazem Mamdouh Fawzy described relations between Egypt and South Sudan as historically strong, but…
Jun 27, 2026 · 1:43:58
We mark a special milestone as we celebrate 20 years of Radio Miraya, a journey dedicated to informing, educating, and empowering the people of South Sudan. For two decades,…
Jun 23, 2026 · 20:06
On MBS, Pia Philip Michael, Undersecretary for Peacebuilding, highlighted progress in establishing peacebuilding institutions, early warning systems and dialogue platforms across…
Jun 23, 2026 · 33:35
On Peacemakers , host Gabriel Shadar discussed the newly elected Central Equatoria State Youth Union and its plans to promote peacebuilding, youth empowerment and social cohesion…
Jun 23, 2026 · 45:49
Surviving conflict-related sexual violence is only the beginning of a long journey. Beyond emergency medical care, survivors need justice, psychosocial support, safe spaces and…
Jun 20, 2026 · 1:36:18
With voter registration set to begin, the National Elections Commission says the country is technically ready, but legal reforms and political decisions remain critical. On this…
Jun 19, 2026 · 38:29
On Media Forum, the discussion focused on calls for an inclusive political dialogue before elections in South Sudan, with participants arguing that credible polls require…
Jun 18, 2026 · 39:27
On Democracy in Action, host Sani Martin spoke with Honourable Mary Becensio Wani, Commissioner in the Parliamentary Service Commission supervising the Parliament Budget in the…
Jun 16, 2026 · 9:08
As South Sudan marks the Day of the African Child, young voices are calling for greater investment in clean water, sanitation and hygiene in schools. UNICEF Young Reporters Nene…
Jun 15, 2026 · 1:13:47
On Chai Talk, hosts Moyo Jacob and Viola Elias discussed the growing problem of child labour in South Sudan as the country marked the World Day Against Child Labour. The…
Jun 14, 2026 · 46:22
South Sudan is facing a severe blood shortage, with hospitals struggling to meet the growing demand for transfusions, health authorities say. Director of the National Blood…
Jun 13, 2026 · 1:48:07
The Roundtable examines whether South Sudan can rely more on mutual aid as foreign assistance declines. It highlights the country’s heavy dependence on international aid, while…
Jun 10, 2026 · 1:15:46
This community conversation episode focused on divorce and child custody under customary law in South Sudan. The guest said many cases are handled by customary courts, where…
Jun 9, 2026 · 43:51
South Sudan has vast agricultural potential, yet millions continue to face food insecurity. This week on Nationwide, Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Food Security Lily Albino…
Jun 6, 2026 · 1:42:27
The Political Parties Council has issued two key directives ahead of the 2026 General Elections, setting June 30, 2026, as the deadline for political parties to complete…
Jun 4, 2026 · 45:48
Although there is currently no Ebola outbreak in South Sudan, concerns remain high as neighbouring countries continue to report cases, prompting health authorities and partners…
Jun 4, 2026 · 41:16
The Assembly Business Committee (ABC) plays a pivotal role in shaping parliamentary work in South Sudan. As the body responsible for organising and managing business in the…
May 26, 2026 · 13:50
A new study examining maternal and newborn deaths in South Sudan suggests that many of the deaths could be prevented. The research identifies severe bleeding after childbirth,…
May 22, 2026 · 20:15
Marking World Day for Cultural Diversity, a cultural event titled “Sheltering Songs: Culture | Heritage | Archives” in Juba highlights the role of music in preserving memory,…
May 21, 2026 · 8:00
From roadside stalls in Juba to communities around the world, tea is a daily ritual, a source of livelihood, and a connection between people. Backed by the UN’s Food and…
May 20, 2026 · 43:13
On this Nationwide episode, we turn our focus to prevention mechanisms and institutional reforms in South Sudan, and their role in addressing the root causes of conflict and…
May 20, 2026 · 43:12
Land and property loss remains a key challenge to peace and return in South Sudan, where conflict has displaced millions. About 2.6 million people are internally displaced, with…
May 18, 2026 · 17:38
Access to healthcare remains a challenge for many women and newborns in South Sudan’s remote communities, where distance, shortages of health workers and limited services…
May 18, 2026 · 23:43
Women leaders and activists in South Sudan are calling for stronger action to ensure the implementation of the 35% quota for women’s representation agreed under the peace deal.…
May 16, 2026 · 1:21:09
Hosts Viola Elias and Moyo J. Felix discuss the urgent need to maintain peace in Lakes State by addressing communal conflict, revenge killings, cattle-related violence, and the…
May 16, 2026 · 1:53:46
As the country navigates ongoing challenges and new opportunities, from peace processes to constitution-making, building a strong, united national identity has never been more…
May 9, 2026 · 1:54:38
The Roundtable discussed the Homegrown Peace Initiative for South Sudan, a citizen-led peace initiative calling on South Sudanese at home and abroad to take collective…
May 8, 2026 · 19:27
Displacement, food insecurity and limited humanitarian access continue to worsen conditions for thousands of people affected by recent fighting in Akobo County, Jonglei State.…
May 8, 2026 · 47:48
In this episode of Nationwide , Radio Miraya confronts the growing crisis of corruption in South Sudan and the mounting public frustration over a lack of accountability, weak…
May 6, 2026 · 1:15:40
This episode of Chai Talk discussed South Sudan’s oil sector, asking where the country’s oil comes from, how it is exported, who benefits from the revenue, and why many citizens…
May 5, 2026 · 1:18:25
Women Talk focused on livelihood opportunities for women and girls in the Greater Pibor Administrative Area, where years of conflict, flooding, and displacement have left many…
May 5, 2026 · 1:09:06
ChaiTalk focused on how cattle trade in the Greater Pibor Administrative Area can support livelihoods, income, family stability, and peace. Speakers explained that cattle remain…
May 4, 2026 · 42:27
This episode of Crimewatch focused on the shared responsibility of preventing cattle raiding in communities. Host Irene Lasso spoke with Diana Nakato and Bashir Ssempala from the…
May 2, 2026 · 1:46:56
In this episode of the Roundtable, Sani Martin discussed World Press Freedom Day 2026 and the theme of shaping a peaceful media future in South Sudan. The discussion highlighted…
Apr 30, 2026 · 39:51
On Democracy in Action, host Sani Martin discussed the Sudd Wetland, climate change, flooding, conflict, and community-led solutions with Tong Deng Anei, Managing Director of the…
Apr 29, 2026 · 12:26
MBS featured a discussion today on how the Kulea’tu Junior Debate Championship is helping children build confidence, public speaking skills, leadership skills, and awareness of…
Apr 29, 2026 · 48:15
Recorded live from the banks of the Pibor River during the Miraya on the Road programme, Nationwide sits down with the Chief Administrator of the Greater Pibor Administrative…
Apr 28, 2026 · 7:32
In an interview with the Chief of UNMISS Aviation Samuel Abrokwa said UNMISS swiftly mobilised aviation and medical resources to support national authorities after receiving…
Apr 27, 2026 · 16:07
The Miraya Breakfast Show discussed the inaugural online global interfaith prayer for South Sudan, set for 28 April 2026. The prayer will bring together South Sudanese and…
Apr 27, 2026 · 14:49
The Miraya Breakfast Show discussed malaria, malnutrition, and wider health challenges in Pibor with Dr. Dolly Patrick Oleo, County Health Coordinator for Pibor with ForAfrika.…
Apr 24, 2026 · 20:15
Malaria remains a leading public health challenge in South Sudan, driven by climate, displacement, and low uptake of preventive measures. In this interview of our Weekly Health…
Apr 24, 2026 · 1:18:21
A recent wave of arrests over corruption allegations has triggered debate on whether the crackdown signals genuine reform or selective enforcement. Speaking on Hard Talk,…
Apr 23, 2026 · 14:50
The South Sudan Alliance says Non-communicable diseases account for a substantial fraction of deaths in South Sudan, with hypertension and diabetes among the leading causes. In…
Apr 23, 2026 · 6:46
We explore how the Peace of Her Mind Centre in Juba is helping survivors of sexual and gender-based violence rebuild their lives. Through psychosocial support, counselling, and…
Apr 21, 2026 · 15:59
UN agencies, civil society and survivor groups in South Sudan are strengthening efforts to prevent conflict-related sexual violence following a two-day UN Action Lab. In the…
Apr 20, 2026 · 24:30
Aker Deng Yak, Adiu Majok Deng and Awuol Chol of St Mary's Academy Secondary School share their journey to victory, reflecting on the discipline, resilience and teamwork required…
Apr 18, 2026 · 1:52:01
As South Sudan prepares for its first-ever post-independence elections, how disputes are handled could define the credibility of the entire process. Electoral justice, protecting…
Apr 15, 2026 · 46:54
What role can ordinary citizens play in shaping justice after conflict? Today, we explore how the Commission for Truth, Reconciliation and Healing is engaging the public,…
Apr 11, 2026 · 1:48:24
South Sudan has vast agricultural potential, yet millions continue to face food insecurity due to conflict, climate shocks, and limited investment. With the National Agriculture…
Apr 10, 2026 · 32:37
On Know Your Rights, the discussion focused on internal displacement in South Sudan, looking at its causes, effects, and responses from a human rights perspective. Guest…
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