By Gama Hassan Oscas In the bustling city of Juba, South Sudan, a concerning and alarming trend has emerged in recent years – the rise of a group of young individuals, unruly juveniles branding themselves as “Niggers.” This group, composed mainly of disenchanted juveniles, has rapidly grown in size and[Read More…]
OpEd
Fractured Bonds; The erosion of family cohesion amidst greed, jealousy
By Anna Akuch Maker In a world where the saying “Blood is thicker than water” once symbolized unbreakable family ties, the fabric of these bonds underwent a remarkable transformational decay. The belief that family stands as an unwavering pillar of support: irrespective of wealth or status, is being challenged by[Read More…]
Chaos on Juba’s streets: Urgent reforms needed to curb taxi and tri-cyclist anarchy
By Gama Hassan Oscas In the heart of Juba, a disturbing trend of lawlessness and recklessness has emerged among taxi drivers and tri-cyclists (commonly referred to as Racksher riders). This blatant disregard for traffic rules and the safety of fellow road users has plunged the city’s streets into[Read More…]
Humans have a common tendency of blaming God, the devil and any other external factor in negative circumstances, forgetting our own strays from rules that govern operations of existence. On committing a crime, the devil becomes our lead conspirator to the act, while our habit is at play. When poverty[Read More…]
Questioning the Legality of Arrest Warrants Issued by Traditional Chiefs in Juba, South Sudan
Gama Hassan Oscas In recent years, a contentious practice has emerged in Juba, South Sudan, where traditional chiefs from customary courts have been issuing arrest warrants that are subsequently endorsed by statutory courts and executed by the police. This trend has ignited a critical legal debate surrounding the legality of[Read More…]
The patience even when nothing is working
There is no doubt; each one of us is waiting for something out of life. This could be a child, job, good health, right partner or a better life ahead. In every corner of this country, everyone is struggling to at least hit his or her dream. But sometimes God[Read More…]
Parliament and ministry of justice embroils ensuing on Tuesday, over production and printing of copies of the interim national constitutional for members of the August House was an insight for the oversight body. So, up to this day, the national Assembly operated without printed copies of the interim national constitution,[Read More…]
South Sudan’s broken promises: Empty rhetoric and the betrayal of gender equality in leadership
By Gama Hassan Oscas In a world that strives for inclusivity and equal representation, South Sudan’s commitment to gender equality in leadership remains a shattered dream. Despite trumpeting their intent to increase women’s presence in decision-making positions from a feeble 25% to a seemingly bolder 35%, the government’s actions—or rather,[Read More…]
Thankfully, you have a problem to solve
Writing has helped me realize that a shrewder version of myself is accessible when I need that person the most. Problems too can reveal the real person in you if you need him or her the most. You can best remember the time when you were told that mom was[Read More…]
Why him and, not me
Something must be wrong with human beings. I do not know whether or not scholars who have studied human beings are aware of it. Most people, if not all, have rudimentary ideas, but bringing them to life is easier said than done. But when one person succeeds in bringing his[Read More…]
Deforestation for Charcoal Devastates Yei and Morobo Counties of Green Heart
By James Bilal Central Equatoria State, known for its bountiful natural forests and diverse ecosystems, is facing an alarming crisis that threatens its natural habitat. Yei and Morobo Counties, which lies within this plush expanse are witnessing the rapid and unsustainable cutting of trees, resulting in a devastating loss of[Read More…]
By Agoku Christine Taban (Guest Writer) In recent months, political parties, civil society organizations, international communities and other bodies have added their voices to the urge for the transitional government to expedite the implementation of the peace roadmap and ensure necessary policies are well-laid for the conduct of a successful[Read More…]
A dollar borrowed by an African is part of Africa sold
This continent has come a long way with a history soaked in blood. It has crossed rivers and climbed valleys. It is a story of people who preached for years with the gospel of self-hate. This history has been rewritten several times and given certain names. Africa as a continent[Read More…]
“Education is not something you can finish” Isaac Asimov
By Tap Badeng Education is a continuous process, a lifetime school and a house of learning one cannot exit from so long as they are still breathing on the earth. Therein lies the secret to becoming a great leader, educator, and honorary academic: to commit to reading because the spare[Read More…]
You cannot discuss malaria with a mosquito
By Malek Arol Dhieu Chinua Achebe once said, when a hunter becomes a historian, history will always favour him. When you sit down with a mosquito and discuss how to eradicate malaria, what comes to your mind? What can you expect from mosquito? Of course, the eradication of malaria is[Read More…]
National Economic Forum, corruption
By Agar Mayor Gai-Makoon The most important factor that Minister Bak Barnaba did not mention in his address about the forthcoming National Economic Conference (NEC) is corruption. It is a factor that most of our sitting government officials rarely talk about. But deep in their hearts, I am sure[Read More…]
Exposing the flaws in the population estimation survey
Gama Hassan Oscas The unveiling of the South Sudan population estimation survey, which purports a total population of 12,444,017 individuals within the nation’s borders, has raised more than just eyebrows—it has ignited a blaze of criticism and skepticism. The report, spearheaded by Isaiah Chol Aruai, the chairperson of the National[Read More…]
It is found that now days, some medical professionals are involved in committing homicide in South Sudan which is not a reputable move. Health professionals such as doctors, clinical officers and nurses are supposed to be the ones giving advice on dangers of abortion to ladies under 18 years[Read More…]
Mushroom Farming for its Nutritional, Medicinal, High Market Values
By Joseph Akim Gordon Mushroom faming is not all that popular in South Sudan, in most cases mushrooms are collected from the wild in South Sudan, people are acquainted with agricultural production, dealing with production of crops of cereal that is maize, sorghum, rice, millet and vegetable like tomato, okra,[Read More…]
“A scathing indictment: Juba’s prison system as a haven for injustice and inequality”
By Gama Hassan Oscas In a nation where justice is meant to be blind and impartial, the stark reality of Juba’s prison system presents a chilling contrast. This legal opinion piece delves into the deeply troubling phenomenon where the underprivileged and marginalized form the majority of Juba’s central prison inmates.[Read More…]