I have been to some hospitals and been through moments of silence, of pain. I have seen families struggle with virtually nothing to save the life of their loved ones and most times, it ends with tears and pain. It is not about how much we try. It is how[Read More…]
OpEd
A carnal mind is enmity against God
By Anyon Ngoor Gorjok For they that are after the flesh do mind the things of the flesh; but they that are after the spirit do mind the things of the spirit. To be carnally minded is death, but to be spiritually minded is life and peace. Because the carnal[Read More…]
Capt. James, a wounded hero, has this to say
Capt. James is handless. He was not born without hands, but he lost them during the liberation struggle for independence. This is not the only injury he had sustained. He had sustained multiple injuries. Before his arms were amputated, a PKM bullet had penetrated his abdomen, injuring his small intestine.[Read More…]
Seek the ultimate counsel from God before making a decision
By Abraham Anyon Ngoor Gorjok Be not wise in your own eyes, fear the Lord, and depart from evil. Total independence from God is not just foolishness but rebellion against our creator, the God of heaven and earth. In our generation today, there is a spirit of rebellion that[Read More…]
Subject: urgent action needed to address salary payment delays and their negative impacts By Noah Issa Philip Dear Minister Dr. Bak Barnaba Chol I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I am writing to you as a concerned citizen of the Republic of South Sudan[Read More…]
Are we rich or poor? – the way I see it
By Joseph Ring Lang Historical overview From our sketchy documentation, the Arabs invaded our Continent in waves and droves when the Middle East became too small to accommodate them all and subsequently decided to conquer new places which happen to be Africa. They came as far as Sudan and[Read More…]
Government must initiate disbarment to end the contagion of inter-communal conflicts, road attacks and military-civil strife. The widespread possession of illegal firearms and light weapons proliferation by citizens that breed ill blood and scoundrel, in the country must be brought under control. As the country prepares to hold elections, the[Read More…]
In our society, women must prioritize their own financial independence and personal growth. The alarming cases of violence and abuse linked to financial dependence on men are a stark reminder of the dangers faced by women who rely solely on others for their livelihood. It is high time for women[Read More…]
Beauty or British?
Speculating over the origin of scarification among the Nilotic. In a herd of cattle, there is usually variation in the color of cows; some may look black, others white or brown, yet they are all cows in the farmer’s eyes. This is called distinction without difference. A similar manifestation can[Read More…]
Even if death is on leave, some people can force it to resume work
God helps those who help themselves. I cannot push a plane and when the engine starts, I board it. Even if I’m a biological son of a sheep, which, according to traditional beliefs, says it does not run away because of what it has not seen, I cannot do that.[Read More…]
True prophets exist in every generation.
By Abraham Anyon Ngoor Gorjok And he gave some apostles and some prophets, and some evangelists, and pastors and teachers; for the perfecting of the saints, for the work of ministry, and for the edifying of the body of Christ: Till we all come in the unity of the faith[Read More…]
When I started writing in the newspaper, my salary was “keep up”
It does not need one to first consult a magician for him to be a writer. Writing is magic-free. It does not need one to be a son/daughter of a writer for him/her to become a writer. Writing is non-genetical. It does not need one to change an environment for[Read More…]
Be aware of false prophets, (part 2)
Abraham Anyon Ngoor Gorjok For there shall arise false Christians and false prophets, and they shall show great signs and wonders in so much that, if it were possible, they shall deceive the very elect (Matthew 24:24). In these last days, we have to be so watchful and adequately[Read More…]
Women’s Economic Empowerment as a Catalyst for Preventing Gender-Based Violence in South Sudan
By Gama Hassan Oscas Gender-based violence (GBV) has long been a pervasive issue in South Sudan, affecting the lives of countless women and girls. The prevalence of GBV is intricately linked to social, cultural, and economic factors. In this legal opinion, we will delve into the crucial role of[Read More…]
It is what we leave behind that makes us who we are
Beyond the family circle, who else remembers a stillborn? Who remembers a neonate who died a week after delivery? Who remembers an infant who just died before completing a year? They can only be remembered by the family members and nothing significant is said about them apart from their beauty[Read More…]
These days there are no news that talks about peace in some parts of South Sudan. The conflict in Greater Bahr El Ghazal states is worsening every day as if there are no government authorities in the region. It is a bad habit that armed groups keep on attacking themselves[Read More…]
Beware of false prophets (Part 1)
By Abraham Anyon Ngoor Gorjok Beware of false prophets, which come to you in sheep’s clothing but inwardly they are ravening wolves. Mathew7:15. Brethren, this world we live in is full of good and evil people depending on where they came from or their influence over the people. In[Read More…]
One thing is unclear; the fight against corruption
Pandemics come and go after exertion of collective efforts to eradicate them, but corruption pandemic continues to remain unattended to. Corruption has a worldwide distribution; therefore, it is pandemic. Corruption is the disease of the instinct, and it is the instinct that drives a creature towards a certain action. Epidemiologically,[Read More…]
Be aware of deception in these last days.
Abraham Anyon Ngoor Gorjok Be aware lest any man spoil you through philosophy and vein deceit, after the traditions of men, after the rudiments of the world, and not after Christ. Col 2:8 In our opening scripture above, we are warned, and obviously as a person, from a seeming[Read More…]
The last time I talked to myself was a minute ago
I always talk to myself. I tell the man in me that you are mature enough and so, be a responsible man. I tell him to go out, fetch for food and bring it home. I tell him to face the challenges of survival. I never miss any single minute[Read More…]