A country without a clear vision is like a person walking in darkness. It may move forward for some time, but without direction, it will surely get lost. South Sudan today is in such a situation. We gained independence with great joy and hope, but now the dream is fading. Our people continue to suffer, and the promises of freedom are turning into pain.
When I look at South Sudan today, I feel deep sorrow for our heroes. Men and women gave their lives so that we could be free. One of the greatest leaders, Dr. John Garang de Mabior, spent his whole life fighting for dignity, justice, and freedom. He did not fight only to separate from the North; he dreamed of a country where everyone is equal, united, and prosperous. But what happened to that dream? Instead of building peace and development, many leaders now fight for themselves, not for the nation. They use power for personal interest while ordinary citizens remain poor and hopeless.
This betrayal of vision is why South Sudan continues to struggle. Our people face many hardships: hunger, lack of schools, poor hospitals, corruption, tribal fighting, and displacement. The war has not ended in the hearts of many people. Greed and selfishness have divided the nation. Instead of unity, there is mistrust. Instead of service, there is corruption. Instead of peace, there is violence.
When I see children teaching peace in schools and communities, I feel both proud and sad. Proud because the young generation still believes in a better future. Sad because the leaders, who should lead by example, often ignore these voices. Children speak of forgiveness, love, and unity, yet adults continue with the politics of hate and division. If children can dream of peace, why can’t we?
South Sudan needs a vision that belongs to all of us. We cannot live only on the memory of independence. Independence was the beginning, not the end. We must ask ourselves: what kind of country do we want? Do we want a land of endless war and hunger, or do we want a nation of peace, education, and development? The answer is clear. We want a South Sudan where every child can go to school, where farmers can work in peace, where hospitals have medicine, and where leaders serve with honesty.
For this to happen, our leaders must change. Leadership is not about eating alone while the people starve. Leadership is about sacrifice, service, and responsibility. A true leader protects the weak, lifts the poor, and creates opportunities for all. If our leaders continue to think only about themselves, South Sudan will remain broken. But if they choose the path of vision and unity, the nation can rise again.
We also need to remember God. South Sudan is a land of faith. Our people believe in God, and this faith must guide us. God teaches us that leadership is holy work. It is not about stealing or killing; it is about justice and mercy. We should pray that God opens the eyes of our leaders and all citizens, so that we see the truth. Without God’s wisdom, we cannot build a lasting peace.
Even with all the suffering, I still believe there is hope. The spirit of our people is strong. We have survived war, hunger, and displacement. We are still here, and we still dream. If we come together, we can rebuild. If our leaders put aside selfishness, we can rise again. If we listen to the voices of children and ordinary people calling for peace, we can find a new beginning.
The dream of our heroes must not die. They fought for a South Sudan where justice, equality, and unity stand strong. We cannot betray their sacrifice. It is time to wake up, open our eyes, and take responsibility. We must choose unity over division, honesty over corruption, peace over war.
Let every citizen play a role. Let us build schools, plant food, forgive each other, and pray for peace. Let us stand together as one people, not many tribes. Let us work so that future generations will not suffer the way we suffer today.
South Sudan can be a nation of promise, dignity, and hope. But this will only happen if we have vision, unity, and the fear of God. May God bless South Sudan and lead us to the future we were meant to have.
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