Newspapers and Television
Most Upper Nile State citizens have limited access to News and other media information. In cities like Malakal, only few officials can read weekly newspaper bulletins. However, the Juba based 'Citizen' is widely read around the town on a regular basis. Meanwhile, In the eve of Independence day on July 9, 2011, a digital newspaper called The Upper Nile Times was launched in Malakal to cater news stories on the State and Southern Sudan as whole. This online digital newspaper is widely read around the town of Malakal and other state counties with access to internet. The newspaper also is one of the most rated in Upper Nile State, Southern Sudan and around the world. Moreover, at the present time, the only Television station for the people of Upper Nile State is South Sudan TV. Although the Station works for only few hours, its widely popular in State capital. Some foreign TV stations are also broadcasted in the area using portable satellite dishes.
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