By Anna Akuch Maker Born from the ashes of struggle and resilience, South Sudan has achieved a historic milestone that has left its citizens beaming with pride. The South Sudan Basketball team, affectionately known as the Bright Stars, has etched its name in the annals of history by securing a[Read More…]
OpEd
There are years that bring you joy, there are those that make you cry
The man above the skies is good most times. You know how you go to bed in the evening, and you just wake up in the morning without an alarm. You know how the race started, how your parents met. If your parents hadn’t met, who knows you could have[Read More…]
Having oil is one thing, but using it well is another
Among the very few countries blessed with oil, South Sudan is one. There is a plethora of oil in South Sudan that despite its constant refinery, it explodes in certain areas just to alert people that I’m also here! There is oil almost everywhere! Oil has no nickname, meaning oil[Read More…]
The Damaging Nexus of Polygamy, Corruption, and V8 Obsession in South Sudan
By Gama Hassan Oscas In South Sudan, a disconcerting connection has emerged between polygamy, corruption, and an excessive fixation on luxury V8 cars. This opinion piece critically examines this troubling relationship, shedding light on how these factors intertwine to exacerbate the nation’s socioeconomic challenges. Polygamy is deeply ingrained in South[Read More…]
All dredging-related activities must be put on hold
By Ajak Diing Deng The River Nile is a majestic river that has been vital to the development of civilization in the region since ancient times. It is not only a source of life for millions of people but also a source of biodiversity for many species of animals, birds,[Read More…]
The economy under the so-called free market production versus service economy
Dr. Moyi Harry Ruben The story of Angel Gabriel, Gabriel heard the argument of the masses about prices and their harm to them, so he decided to try to help in solving the problem by doubling the income of everybody to make ends meet and to make everybody happy. To[Read More…]
No thief grows grey hair
Continue stealing money and you be buried young! If the fact that there are thieves with grey hair has cheated on you to continue stealing, then be aware that the number of the dead triples that of the living and the truth behind it is that there are people who[Read More…]
When home is not what it is supposed to be
Whatever I thought I knew about myself and the past of my country, or where I live is soon made redundant once I think about my future and that of the country. I have always wanted to know why home has been unkind. Why the suffering and pain? Why there[Read More…]
The lawful recourse of appeals: A prudent choice over protests in contesting court decisions
By Gama Hassan Oscas In the realm of legal disputes, the repercussions of court decisions are profound, often impacting the lives, livelihoods, and rights of individuals and organizations alike. It is not uncommon for both judgment debtors and judgment creditors to find themselves dissatisfied with the outcomes of court proceedings.[Read More…]
Open letter to former AU ambassador to the USA
By Ajak Diing Deng Dear Dr. Arikana Chihombori-Quao, Warmest wishes and congratulations on your hard work and dedication to your craft. You have spent much of your life helping others, and we thank you for your efforts in making the world a better place. Madam, may your future be[Read More…]
Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in Bentiu camp in Unity state recently were on the streets protesting aid cut by humanitarian agencies, then, returnees in Magwi county of Eastern Equatoria state, followed suit. The two communities live under two different environments; yet face similar and common life threats. Whereas the IDPs[Read More…]
We at times lavish our appreciation to a different direction forgetting the one who deserved it. Absolution is required at this observation as we ponder on the JICA donation of three trucks and two Vans to Juba city council for garbage management. National minister for environment and forestry, Josephine Napwon[Read More…]
When you grow under a rock, you can’t attain your expected height
Prove it yourself, go to a place with rocks and take a look at a tree under a rock. You would find that that tree is a member of trees with disabilities. The same thing happens to human beings. We do not grow under rocks, but when people who are[Read More…]
What if we could travel back into the distant past or 200 years into the future?
For many of us, we wish we had more time to do all that we want for as long as we can. For others, they wish they could undo all the mistakes they have made in the past but guess what? The story never changes, we have one last chance,[Read More…]
A chase that never ends at something
There is an invisible race here. Sometimes it ends at nothing. The chase never stops. It starts from birth and ends at death. From the time you are born, it begins. You don’t even know if you will come out of it in a coffin or in celebration. I am[Read More…]
It would have been illogical if East African heads of state pulled out the regional force, yet their brother, Felix Tshisekedi’s house engulfed by flame. Innocent civil population of Goma region of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is facing a disparaging mayhem from a mystic-religious group, fighting under the[Read More…]
Righteous living is healthy
By Chol Peter Majoh Habitual righteous living, the consistent, daily and constant practice of doing the right things, even at whatever cost. In simple, be a man or a woman; a lady or a gentleman of virtuousness. I urge you, just please strive to do it; And likely, you shall[Read More…]
The National Economic Conference initiated by the government of South Sudan through the Ministry of Finance and Planning is a good move to tap into innovative ideas for addressing economic challenges facing the country. The forum is an important vehicle to shape the economic landscape of South Sudan. The economic[Read More…]
Why National Economic Conference is essential for South Sudan’s weak economy?
By Alier Makuer Gol First of all, permit me to appreciate and thank the Ministry of Finance and Planning with its partners for organizing this important event. It is a prodigious footstep from the minister of Finance and Planning to initiate this tremendous 1st National Economic Conference in the history[Read More…]
200 years from now, nobody will know you once existed
You cannot really tell if you have been dead before you were born and honestly, you don’t have an idea where your next destination will be if your assignment comes to an end. It all cancels to zero. You are nothing and you get to lose every single time. If[Read More…]