By Gama Hassan Oscas In recent years, South Sudanese immigration officials have faced scrutiny over their practices of conducting random checks in markets and streets to search for individuals they deem as foreigners without valid travel documents. Even more alarming is the fact that these officials seem to target individuals[Read More…]
OpEd
Is it still Action Against Hunger? To me, it is Hunger Against Action!
By hooks and crooks, the government has been trying its very best to eradicate hunger, but the effort goes futile. Every year, a fatal war is waged against hunger through prioritizing agriculture, but all in vain. When the government sees that it is overwhelmed, it opens the door for international[Read More…]
After all we have been through, we are living martyrs
Living in South Sudan is not for the weakest because the truth is you are always in for the biggest shocks of your life. As you navigate the rough terrains of life, this country has a smart way of taking you farther behind. As I have always mentioned, we are[Read More…]
Ten factors to strengthen the education system and institutions in South Sudan [Part 1]
By Philip Abiel It was on July 13, 2023, when the National Council of Examinations of South Sudan announced the results of the National Secondary School Examinations for the academic year 2022-22023. The announcement, this time around, was unusual because it was received with mixed reactions and shocks by members of[Read More…]
People with Disability Deserve Respect and Support
By Joseph Akim Gordon Disabilities occur when a person has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities. There are people who are born with disabilities—for instance, people who are born blind, deaf, or missing limbs—and others who are disabled through accidents like[Read More…]
We are at the mercy of nature as food insecurity has become part of the prevailing disease in our communities. Food insecurity by the standards of living means the lack of access to sufficient, safe, and nutritious food for an active and healthy life. It is a serious matter not[Read More…]
Is it Election or Search for Legitimacy? South Sudan’s Rocky Road to Credible Elections in December 2024
By Gama Hassan Oscas South Sudan, the world’s youngest nation, has faced numerous challenges since gaining independence in 2011. A key milestone in the nation’s quest for stability and democratic governance is the scheduled general elections set for December 2024. However, the environment and timing of these elections raise serious[Read More…]
A soldier names his 5th child “weu aliu”
Many people may think I’m making it up, but I’m not. If I were in a free country, I would corroborate this story with that soldier’s identity. But because of the fear that I may be mistaken, let it go anonymous like this. Dedicated to the liberation struggle, Simon did[Read More…]
Juba Urban Water Corporation Bears Responsibilities for Water Crisis in Juba
By Joseph Akim Gordon In the past, Juba Urban Water Corporation was responsible for the water sector in Juba; it built water infrastructure and provided water directly to consumers. Its services started declining over the years because of poor provision of water services to consumers. The underground pipes were damaged,[Read More…]
Protection against Hepatitis B
By Agar Mayor Gai-Makoon Last week the world commemorated the World Hepatitis Day. On this day we not only remember the lives lost to the deadly disease, but it is also a break to revise our health system and approaches that aim at controlling hepatitis B through testing, early diagnosis[Read More…]
The truth will always leave you in shock
To be a part of the problem, one must be sure of the fact that they are also part of the solution. You cannot say you have no blood in your hand, or you have not contributed to global poverty, mess, name it. The greatest world companies are to be[Read More…]
The Russia-Africa summit saw many African leaders flock to Russia to meet President Vladimir Putin. The summit as designed, painted the Russian leader as a player on the continent. However, the summit’s turn up by the African leaders appeared to be very low compared with the previous one and mostly[Read More…]
Noisy Churches Contradict Jesus’ Teachings
By Gama Hassan Oscas In recent times, we have witnessed a concerning trend of mass rooming churches in residential areas, using loudspeakers to create noise day and night. This practice has become a nuisance for the residents, disrupting their peace and enjoyment of their premises. As a concerned and disturbed[Read More…]
Mourn no more, but celebrate John Garang’s legacy
On the 30th of July 2005, the saddest news of the demise of Dr. John Garang de Mabior in a helicopter crash was announced. The news shocked not only the Republic of Sudan but Africa, and indeed the rest of the world. Dr. Garang meant well, he truly meant well.[Read More…]
The realities of multiple or dual citizenship
By Joseph Akim Gordon Multiple or Dual citizenship is a person’s legal status in which the person is at one time recognized by more than one country under its nationality and citizenship laws as a national or citizen of that country. Having dual citizenship, also known as dual nationality, means[Read More…]
Why do SPLM party flag-bearer endorsements open a political space?
By Ater Garang Ariath Sudan’s People Liberation Movement’s (SPLM) recent political stroke in Western Bahr El Ghazal state has opened a political space for dialogue and debate across the country’s political lines and camps. The regional-based political rally organized by four state governors of the greater Bahr El Ghazal region[Read More…]
The unholy celebration of corruption in South Sudan: A nation on the brink of destruction
By Gama Hassan Oscas South Sudan, the youngest nation in the world, was born with the promise of a bright future, hope, and prosperity for its people. However, as the years have passed, this once hopeful nation has fallen prey to a devastating disease: corruption. What was once considered a[Read More…]
TROIKA COUNTRIES ARE TRUE FRIENDS OF THE SOUTH SUDANESE
Statement The friendship between the Troika countries (Norway, the United Kingdom, and the United States) and the people of South Sudan stretches back decades, long before independence. From early development programs, through Operation Lifeline Sudan and the Comprehensive Peace Agreement negotiations, to the ongoing support across all sectors –[Read More…]
Analyzing the suspected Cassava Leave Poisoning in Northern Bahr El-Ghazal
By Prof. Dr. Sampson Binyason It is sad to learn from the Article “Cassava leaves kill two in a family,” published in No. 1, Citizen Daily Newspaper, issue 929, Vol. 4, page 3, of July 24, 2023. The incident occurred in Barmayen Payam, Aweil Centre County, Northern Bahr El Ghazal[Read More…]
Give chances to our traffic officers to carry out their duties without interruption
By Tong Akok Anei Mawien Despite the fact that we slam our traffic police officers sometimes on how they handle their duties, it is not good sometimes how we treat them during the course of doing their duties. Our traffic police officers are facing a lot of challenges in our[Read More…]