Upper Nile governor reopens University of Upper Nile after 13 years

The Caretaker Governor of Upper Nile State, Lieutenant General James Koang Chuol Ranley, has officially reopened the University of Upper Nile in Malakal, 13 years after the institution relocated to Juba.

Governor Koang described the university’s return to Malakal as a historic milestone for the people of Upper Nile State and pledged the state government’s support to the institution.

He also urged students to concentrate on their studies and maintain peace and harmony within the university.

The reopening followed a meeting on November 12 between Governor Koang and a university delegation led by Vice Chancellor Professor Mamur Chuol Turuk, during which they discussed areas of cooperation.

The return of the university to Malakal marks a significant development for higher education in Upper Nile State.