As soon as a decree issued is announced on South Sudan Broadcasting Corporation, sacking a minister, members of parliament, other top government officials awaited the announcement of nominees to take over the same duties, which has not yet occurred. However, the decree itself seems to be promoting corruption in the[Read More…]
OpEd
Zoonotic Diseases: A growing threat to the people of South Sudan
Diseases like anthrax, brucellosis, rabies, Rift Valley fever, and even Ebola have zoonotic origins and have affected lives across Africa, including here in our own communities. While many factors contribute to this rising danger, a significant and often overlooked issue lies in our own attitudes and practices. The people of[Read More…]
Celebrate World Environment Day on June 5th with Purpose and Action to end plastic pollution
By Garang Garang Adim As June 5th approaches, marking another World Environment Day, I feel compelled to reflect on why this day is more than just a date on the calendar. It is a vital reminder for every individual, community, and government to prioritize our environment and commit to[Read More…]
Nation Talk
South Sudan is under serious international instruments which badly sap the country’s progress in terms of development, and its interconnectedness to the global system. This ideally isolated us and limit the engagement in international trades, investments, and international financial system. Last week the U.S. government extended the national emergency on[Read More…]
A call for animal welfare and veterinary education reform
Ajuong Machiek Malek The neglect of animal health directly impacts public health, economic productivity, and the environment. Yet, the government and relevant stakeholders have not given this sector the attention and support it desperately needs. My personal journey as a veterinary student at the University of Juba has opened[Read More…]
The menace of Juba’s growing trash problem
By Garang Garang Adim As a resident of Juba, I have come to feel a deep sense of frustration and concern every time I walk through its streets. The sight of trash scattered haphazardly across sidewalks, along the roads, and in public spaces is disheartening. It is a stark[Read More…]
Nation Talks
Water is increasingly sold on the black market, much like foreign currency, and is not readily available from official sources in South Sudan. This situation primarily affects those who cannot afford the high prices set by water tankers, leading to suffering among the poor. Despite being an open economy, the[Read More…]
Agony as South Sudanese students trapped in Ethiopia over visa
By Eng. Maker Mangol Acien Yuol As I learned from sources in Ethiopia, our colleagues, whom we left struggling with studies, since 2023, face expatriation over residential Permit fees/visa. Over 1,500 South Sudanese students, who, from mid 2023, started facing the predicament of residential permit fees. The government of Ethiopia[Read More…]
What exactly happens to an ant separated from the colony?
You must have come across an army of ants, heading somewhere or to someone’s kitchen in their never-ending search for food, with one leader that leads better than some humans, I mean, some leaders. The colony is made up of ants who decide where to go, and just like humans, there are those[Read More…]
Ethnicity, conflict, in South Sudan
By Dr. Dhieu Ngong Gak South Sudan occupies a total area of 644,329 square miles with a population estimated to be more than 11,880,796, or 8,000,000 people, after independence. This area is inhabited by 64 ethnic groups, according to available resources, or 70s, according to other information, who speak[Read More…]
Dear youth, how far is tomorrow?
There lived three rams: black, white and brown rams. They were united beyond union. They used to move, graze, and sleep together. Making the long story short, they were each other’s keeper. Their common enemy tried to kill them, but it failed miserably. One day, the enemy approached the black[Read More…]
FAO’s support to farmers deserves an applause
By Garang Garang Adim We must commend United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) for its initiative, in collaboration Western Bahr El Ghazal State Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry, to launch seed distribution in Wau and Jur River counties. This initiative is a concrete example of how strategic investments[Read More…]
In my nation, leaders lead with no difference
Benjamin-Ajuong-Machiek I think they will bring change, fresh ideas, and a better life for the people. But as time goes by, I begin to notice something. These leaders are not so different from each other. They talk in the same way, make the same promises, and follow the same[Read More…]
The menace of cattle raids, insecurity, on our nation
By Maker Mangol Acien Yuol Early this year, I had the opportunity of travelling to Cueibet County, Lakes state, but most unfortunately, I was unable to handle challenges the communities face. Having visited Duony, Abiriu, Mayath and Achol Malek Payams, I interacted with the people there and I observed[Read More…]
Nation Talks
South Sudan should focus on agricultural production to avoid feeding on toxic food imported from outside the country. Last year several tracks were impounded at Nimule Border enroute South Sudan with toxic Maize flour which would have put the lives of citizens at higher risk. Diseases such as cancer and[Read More…]
What tomorrow holds for today’s youth
Elderly people have an ability to see tomorrow and foretell its beingness, but the unclearness of today blurs their eyes to see and say anything about tomorrow. Even prophets who are known to make prophecies are overwhelmed by such a huge task. Youth themselves are moving like sheep, with their[Read More…]
Juba’s haphazard construction, a time bomb
By Eng. Maker Mangol Acien Yuol Construction Industry in Juba, riskily accommodates experienced laborers but not qualified engineers, including those from other East African countries. A critical investigation reveals most of the concrete structures in Juba are built without soil investigations, survey work, blue print nor designed art work.[Read More…]
If we were born a Stool
I would be loved by everyone. Everyone, when defecating, has a glance at his/her stool, whether during defecation or after it. It is common among people who go for open defecation. A woman to fall in love only counts the number of looks. If you look at a woman twice,[Read More…]
Nation Talks
South Sudan needs better healthcare facilities with qualified personnel across the country in order to prevent dangerous diseases, such as spot disease, which are sometimes survivable by God’s mercy. Malaria has historically been the most lethal disease, killing children and adults across South Sudan within minutes, and remains the leading[Read More…]
When leaders preach hatred, unity becomes a distant dream
By Matik Kueth South Sudan, a country ripped apart by war and mistrust, continues to bleed from wounds caused not only by bullets, but also by the poisoned tongues of its own leaders. The people look on those in positions of power to guide them rather than just govern them.[Read More…]