By Manas James Okony In a world where truth has always remained a victim in the battle for narratives, radio stands out as the most reliable and credible source of information in South Sudan. To us, this should be an asset worth cherishing, especially given the country’s alarmingly high[Read More…]
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The public needs funds to be allocated for payment in all government institutions. Civil servants working in the institutions are facing serious challenges that require urgent solutions. Otherwise, the Ministry of Finance risks becoming merely a title in the country, perceived as serving its own interests rather than those of[Read More…]
The success of a teacher in classroom
Planning is key. Competency minus planning is a failure. A classroom teacher must plan well for his/her class. Such planning includes listing all the topics to be covered in each term. Listing the topics will help him/her to prepare the scheme of work. Planning his/her topics will help him/her finish[Read More…]
Nation Talks
Dear Mr. President, I am heartened to write to your office. As the head of state and father of the nation, it excites me to express my thoughts through this letter—not because I oppose your leadership, but because there are important issues I wish to bring to your attention.[Read More…]
Some people are more South Sudanese than others in this country
By the time I became fit to join the liberation struggle, it was already 2005. I was initiated into adulthood a year before and while preparing for the bush, the CPA was signed. It was biologically impossible for me to join the Sudan People’s Liberation Army (SPLA) before reaching adulthood.[Read More…]
Knowing what we want in life
By Ustaz Mark Bang Oftentimes, we are unaware of what we want. Many of us go through life without having a clear end goal. Or we know what we desire but fail to see the appropriate path to take. But when we finally know what we long for, the next[Read More…]
How to resolve cattle camp ownership disputes in Lakes State
By John Mangar Reechdit Ongoing crisis over cattle camp ownership in Lakes State, between Amothnhom and Panyuon, also between Pantiir and Panawol, highlights a pressing issue. These disputes threaten to exacerbate insecurity in the state. If left unaddressed, they could revert Lakes State to the previous cycle of violence. Dear[Read More…]
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As elections draw near, citizens are yearning for peace. They must be protected from all forms of atrocities, and instilling fear among the populace without tangible action makes little sense. Let’s start by addressing those who defect from the government to join the opposition; forming rebel groups is not a[Read More…]
We are our own problem (3)
When your community member is appointed to hold a constitutional position, he is no longer your own. He is a nationalist serving the nation as a whole. We are always wrong to own constitutional postholders. As we own them, they work in favour of us. As they work in favour[Read More…]
Ways to conquer fear in your life
By Ustaz Mark Bang When you try to ignore your fear, it grows. When you face it, it shrinks. At the beginning of each New Year, many people consider making resolutions to change for the better. Of those who succeed in making resolutions, many fail. But many fail before they[Read More…]
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The Ministry of General Education and Instruction has initiated an assessment of teachers nationwide to enhance their performance. However, maintaining a well-qualified teaching workforce remains challenging due to the government’s inconsistent payment of civil servants over the years. Since gaining independence in 2011, South Sudan’s education system has undergone various[Read More…]
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Ebola is a life-threatening disease that can lead to death within moments, as it causes severe haemorrhaging throughout the body. In light of recent alerts from the National Ministry of Health regarding Ebola cases in neighboring Uganda, South Sudanese must take immediate precautions. Urgent measures must be implemented, including ensuring[Read More…]
Happiness doesn’t make you ignore social problems
By Ustaz Mark Bang There’s a stereotype about people seeking happiness—that all they care about is themselves. They look at the world through rose-colored glasses, and so they refuse to see suffering. If we want to motivate people to care about righting social wrongs, the thinking goes, then we must[Read More…]
Accelerated Learning Program (ALP) should be abolished in South Sudan
By Malek Arol Dhieu It is high time Accelerated Learning Program (ALP) should be abolished countrywide. Since its inception, ALP does not produce competent products. It produces scholars who remain semi-literate for the rest of their lives. They have low level of self-expression, reading, writing and office work, making[Read More…]
My life, my pride, and my everything
By Ustaz Mark Bang Life is full of reminders of what we lack. There is always someone who is more successful, more talented, more attractive, or more advanced in meeting milestones than we are. We encounter these people every day—in fact, they are often our friends, family members, and colleagues.[Read More…]
Whose children aren’t going to school in 2025?
The children of conditional parents! Some parents are very conditional as educating their children is concerned. They put ahead what they will get from their children if they educate them. If they conclude that they won’t get anything from their children, they will deny their responsibility of educating their children.[Read More…]
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South Sudan faces a severe hunger crisis, exacerbated by the declining value of its currency against the US dollar. This economic instability raises concerns about the government’s development plans and its ability to establish peace and stability. The current situation makes transitioning from humanitarian aid to development, particularly in agriculture,[Read More…]
Don’t kill a thief, but arrest: The path to justice and rehabilitation
By Joseph Kuot Thiik Reech In the realm of law and justice, the distinction between various crimes is paramount. While theft is a serious offense, it is crucial to recognize that a thief, unlike a murderer, should not face the ultimate penalty. This article explores the legal ramifications of[Read More…]
Every successful journey start from scratch
By Ustaz Mark Bang The world is clearly divided on the matter of running – some hate it, others love it. While some would do the harshest of deadlifts to dodge their trainer’s mandate to run on the treadmill, others would rather be running than doing anything else inside the[Read More…]
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Greater Equatoria region is experiencing severe violence due to unresolved issues surrounding cattle keepers in the area. The actions of armed cattle keepers are not representative of a credible nation. The recent incident in Magwi has led to displacement of people and loss of lives, instilling fear in Eastern Equatoria[Read More…]