Office of the First Deputy Speaker TNLA

The First Deputy Speaker of the Transitional National Legislative Assembly, Rt. Hon. Ambrose Lomin Pitia, attended the graduation ceremony and Award of professional certificates to 229 diplomats at the Institute of Diplomatic Studies in Juba.

The diplomats successfully completed their training course, which ran from 16 March 2026 to 25 May 2026. The ceremony marked an important milestone in strengthening professional diplomatic skills and enhancing the capacity of South Sudan’s foreign service personnel.

Speaking during the event, leaders commended the graduates for their commitment and dedication to advancing diplomacy, peacebuilding, and international cooperation in the country.

The First Deputy Speaker of the Transitional National Legislative Assembly, Rt. Hon. Ambrose Lomin Pitia, received an invitation to attend the inauguration ceremony of a medical laboratory at Koda Private University, which will be held soon.

According to the Chairman of the Board of Directors of Kuda University, Molana Robert Lomoro the facility will include several specialized laboratories in fields such as Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Dussection Room/Anatomy laboratory and skill laboratory/anatomy museum (human medicine), Skill lab (Botany & Zoology) and Physics.

During the meeting, both parties discussed ways to support the development of the university and provide legal assistance.

The university administration also commended the leadership of parliament for reducing private university tuition fees from 150 million SSP to 60 million SSP noting that the decision will help improve the standard of education in the country.

Lawmakers paid their last respects to the late former Chief Justice, Judge Ambrose Riiny Thiik, during a solemn tribute attended by the First Deputy Speaker of the Transitional National Legislative Assembly, Rt. Hon. Ambrose Lomin Pitia, along with family members, friends, and other dignitaries.

The second day of the Pujulu Cultural Festival, attended by the guest of honour, the Vice-President for Infrastructure Cluster, Taban Deng G*i

A delegation from Western Equatoria State, led by Governor Badagbu Daniel Rimbasa, paid a courtesy visit to the First Deputy Speaker of the Transitional National Legislative Assembly, R.H Ambrose Lomin Pitia, on Monday.

The delegation, which included Deputy Governor Justin Joseph Marona and other senior state officials, stated that the visit aimed to congratulate the First Deputy Speaker on his leadership and continued service, and to strengthen institutional ties between the state and the national legislature.

In his remarks, Pitia welcomed the delegation, describing the visit as a strong symbol of unity and partnership. He urged leaders of Western Equatoria State to sustain cooperation and prioritize unity in governance. He further cautioned against tribal divisions, calling instead for inclusive leadership that fosters peace, stability, and national cohesion.

Governor Rimbasa expressed appreciation and extended his congratulations, emphasizing the importance of collaboration between state and national institutions. He noted that strong working relationships are key to effective governance, peacebuilding, and improved service delivery for the people of Western Equatoria State.

Deputy Governor Marona highlighted progress made in enhancing institutional cooperation, citing joint initiatives aimed at strengthening governance systems and public service delivery. He also revealed ongoing consultations to establish a Party Council in the state, which would bring together leaders of all political parties signatory to the peace agreement. The council is expected to promote dialogue, coordination, and the implementation of agreed reforms.