Brother hating another brother is not a new thing, it started long time ago. Adam had two sons, Cain and Abel. Cain’s hands were coarse and, his offerings to God were bitter. But Abel’s hands were fine and that, his offerings to God were delicious. Because of this, Cain misdirected[Read More…]
OpEd
Motherless Child, Is Not the End
Benjamin Ajuong Machiek A mother is often the first face we recognize, the first voice we hear, and the first heart that beats for us. Her love shapes our earliest sense of belonging and security. So, when that presence is suddenly taken away—whether in childhood or adulthood—it can feel like[Read More…]
Nation Talks
God created a man and a woman, who become husband and wife through various forms, such as white weddings in the church, customary marriages and “trial marriages”. Marriage serves as a foundation for two adults to build their family, raise children, and provide a stable and supportive environment for them[Read More…]
The Role of Forgiveness in Achieving Peace
In a world scarred by division, injustice, and conflict, peace often feels like a distant dream. By Benjamin Ajuong Machiek Malek From broken families and communities to war-torn nations, the path to healing and reconciliation can seem impossible. Yet, in the heart of every long-lasting peace, one powerful[Read More…]
Nation Talks
Youth, be creative to face the financial situation in the country. Dropping out of school can affect both young girls and boys, whether because their parents are unable to pay their school fees due to poverty or due to gender discrimination, including early pregnancy, which sometimes hinders youth in their[Read More…]
Do crocodiles really shed fake tears?
In this article, I want to delve deep into the animal world, in a simple and plain language like usual and paint a very vague picture or maybe shed some light on the sad realities of the wild, with much or little focus on two animals: crocodile and the honey[Read More…]
Nation Talks
Last week on Friday, we celebrated SPLA Day, which is significant for all South Sudanese. I want to salute the people of South Sudan and our fallen heroes and heroines who have sacrificed their lives for freedom, justice, equality, and peace. Without their contributions, this day would not have been[Read More…]
If the nation can dress white
In Catholic Church, priests when coming to the altar, dress in white garments. It has been made a custom. This is to show a priest is pure and holy. Even their robes are white. The table that the priest uses is also dressed white. The priest does not need to[Read More…]
Peacebuilding in Post-Conflict Societies: Strategies, challenges, and pathways forward
By Benjamin Ajuong Machiek In the aftermath of violent conflict, societies are often left fragmented, traumatized, and destabilized. The cessation of hostilities, while a critical milestone, does not guarantee lasting peace. True peacebuilding requires a multi-faceted and sustained effort to address the root causes of conflict, rebuild institutions, and[Read More…]
The Voice of Courage and Patriotism
In the struggle for freedom and justice, few individuals rise to the occasion with the sheer courage and resilience that defines true patriotism. By Nelson Jada As we honor figures like Dr. John Garang De Mabior, Karbino Kuanyin Bol, William Nyuon Bany, Salva Kiir Mayardit, Samuel AbuJohn Khabas and[Read More…]
Resolving conflict peacefully; Building bridges, not walls
By Benjamin Ajuong Machiek Conflict is an inevitable part of human interaction. Whether at home, in the workplace, within communities, or on the global stage, disagreements are bound to arise. However, it is not conflict itself that causes harm but how we choose to deal with it. Peaceful conflict[Read More…]
Greening Juba; Why tree planting is our collective responsibility
By Garang Garang Adim Juba, the vibrant heart of South Sudan, is a city full of life and hope. Its bustling streets, busy markets, and growing neighborhoods reflect the resilience and spirit of our people. Yet, behind this growth lies a pressing need: to make our city cleaner, healthier,[Read More…]
The power of listening to the people of South Sudan
By Benjamin Ajuong Machiek South Sudan is a young country with a long history of struggles. Since gaining independence in 2011, the people of this nation have faced many challenges ranging from war, hunger, and poverty. But despite these hardships, the people have become resilient, with strong voices, deep[Read More…]
Together we can beat plastic pollution; Protecting our future starts now
By Garang Garang Adim Plastic pollution is one of the greatest threats facing our world today. It’s everywhere—in our streets, rivers, lakes, and even in the stomachs of the animals we share our planet with. For South Sudan, a country rich in natural beauty and resources, this challenge is[Read More…]
“Age sliced on experience”
By Nyariay Kic, What has age got to do with experience? Pain knows no age bracket, and neither does Joy. A man could unexpectedly be orphaned, and so could a boy. A man could be promoted at work, and a boy could be elected in the school’s prefectorial body.[Read More…]
Take a moment to think of where the plastic bottle you just emptied after drinking water, soda or juice ends up
By Garang Garang Adim Every day, millions of plastic bottles are discarded without a second thought. Regardless of whether it’s after quenching our thirst with water, soda, juice, or any other beverage, many of us tend to toss the empty bottles carelessly onto the street, into parks, or into[Read More…]
This country! This very country
Whether the sun is setting for the current regime or the regime members are fixing a supporting pole, it is unclear to conclude. There is a problem everywhere in South Sudan, but there is no one to provide the solution. Everyone, including those who claim to have divine powers in[Read More…]
The super wealthy versus the struggling populace [Part 2]
The apparently inexorable advance of the rich-get-richer economy has boiled down to this startling fact. Just 8 men control as much wealth as the poorest half of the world’s population, roughly 3.6 billion people. Source (CBS news) based on Oxfam’s global wealth inequality report and Fortune 2025 billionaires list, which[Read More…]
Lest you be littered
Visit many pit latrines in Juba. Many are filled full with littered bottles. When the water or juice in a bottle is drunk up, it is just littered anywhere. No one likes to carry an empty bottle. A bottle is useful because of what is in it. When it is[Read More…]
Beware the menace of plastic pollution
Garang Garang Adim A plastic bag crinkled in my grandmother’s hand, a silent testament to a life intertwined with the ubiquitous material. She used it to carry groceries, to line her compost bin, to wrap leftovers. It was practical, affordable, and readily available. But, the same bag, discarded carelessly,[Read More…]