By Lodu William Odiya In a call for cessation of hostility in South Sudan, a dancehall artist, Kilama William, AKA Dollar bill Kamkalam music, one of Baridi family star has called on citizen to implement peace. He said the insecurity has greatly affected their artists and the growth of the[Read More…]
Entertainment
South Sudan’s Queen Nancy declares dance War on Uganda’s Viral “Lakubukubu” Craze
By Lodu William Odiya The East African entertainment scene is heating up after South Sudanese artist Queen Nancy boldly announced her intention to take on Uganda’s trending “Winni Winsha Lakubukubu” dance on 31-January in Juba this week. In an exclusive telephone interview with this outlet, Queen Nancy said she is[Read More…]
Comedian Nhomjong seeks medical assistance
By William Madouk A renowned South Sudanese comedian Mr. Anglo Arop Ngor aka Mosquito Nhomjong needs help. The family is appealing to well-wishers and the community to assist with his much-needed medical bill. Mr. Mosquito Nhomjong has been allegedly bedridden for nearly over a year, according to the family[Read More…]
I WAS AFRAID
By Ustaz Mark Bang I was afraid of being rejected Until I learned to never reject myself I was afraid of being abandoned Until I learned to never abandon myself I was afraid of the opinions of others Until I learned that they held no more weight than my own[Read More…]
THEY HATE ME FOR NOTHING
They say I kill. Who do I kill? Do I have eyes to see them? Do I have legs to run after them? Do I have hands to hold myself? Do I have money to buy my bullets? Are they in their right minds to hate me? They hate[Read More…]
LAMENTATIONS OF SOUTH SUDAN
By Angello Akhol Oh, beloved nation! For how long shall we endure the same afflictions that are wringing countless hearts of tears and blood? Consequently, our lives have become the hospital ward where we are taught the divine art of comfort, power for each moment of weakness, hope[Read More…]
38 Years of 2 Civil Wars for Independence
By Francis Yousif Christopher Dedicated to souls of martyrs Big and small drams of freedom fighters, Declared the beginning of the civil war, Confirmed the continuation of the war, Shouting for justice, equality and the rule of law, Started in towns in eastern sides of the Nile, Declared in Torit[Read More…]
POEM
Watch Chimamanda Adichie By Nyak Lam Watch Chimamanda Adichie You say we are useless We are useless because We were born girls That our mother made the grievous Mistake in the world That giving birth to a baby girl Is a crime Watch Chimamanda Adichie The best African[Read More…]
Artists union calls off Lakes state ‘peace concert’
By William Madouk Garang Lake states artists’ union in Juba has blamed Achai Wiir and Promoter Kay Two for not consulting the artists’ body on the preparation of together for peace concert slated to be performed in Rumbek. John Kacuol Makuei, the acting chairperson for Lakes State Artists Union, complained[Read More…]
Hardlife Avenue duo give insights of their 10 years’ music journey
By Gladys Kole Hardlife Avenue Stars, the most reliant music band in South Sudan that has been banging the airwaves across the country and beyond its borders with not only hit melodies but educative lyrics since 2011 will this weekend stage one of its biggest music concert of all times[Read More…]
Silver x launch new music album; Belidi jemil
By Adia Jildo South Sudanese artist Okuta Ceaser Malish Jeremiah best known with his stage name Silver X has launched a new debut album with four collaboration and 12 singles, Saturday. The sensational artist said his new album is exceptional as the songs are a blend of all creativity that[Read More…]
Nicky Prince, Silver X hail and throw shade on musical battle
By Taban Gabriel Going by the term ‘Battle’ one might fault it to a fight or scuffle, but in the shoes of South Sudanese musicians, ‘Battle of Champions’ simply means a healthy musical or theatre contest. Folks have become proficient on how to pick up the pace; the battle of[Read More…]
Irene Toss urges women to work hard
By Ephraim Modi Duku One of South Sudan’s promising female artists, Irene Toss has encouraged women to work hard and be independent rather than depending financially on men. Speaking in an exclusive interview as South Sudan celebrated the International Women’s Day (IWD), Irene Toss said she cherishes every bit of[Read More…]
Nicky Prince suffers depression after Mantani’s death
By Ephraim Modi D.S Singer Nicky Prince of Hardlife Avenue Music said he suffered memory loss as he battles up with trauma of losing Mantani-one of their icon members in the music group. Mantani died last year in a fatal accident. In a Facebook post, Nicky Prince said since the[Read More…]