By Gama Hassan Oscas Infrastructure development is a cornerstone of any nation’s progress, fostering economic growth, social development, and improved quality of life for its citizens. In the case of South Sudan, a country struggling with multiple challenges, including a fragile economy and limited infrastructure, the development of a robust[Read More…]
OpEd
Appreciation to Development Partners for their Role in Socio-economic and Humanitarian Support
By Joseph Akim Gordon After many years of the liberation struggle that resulted to the independence of South Sudan, the citizens were so much delighted of achieving independence in July 2011. The citizens expected to harvest a peace dividend, but unfortunately, only within two years of independence, we ignited a[Read More…]
It is a myth believing that we continue from where our fathers stopped
What if your father were a bank robber, would you accept to continue from where he stopped at in robbery? What if your father were a killer? Assuming your father had killed 30 people, would you accept to pick your gun, go out and start gunning people down just as[Read More…]
Ten factors to strengthen education system and institutions in South Sudan [Part 2]
By Philip Abiel …. from the last issue Competent Administrators and Teachers. After working for thirty-five years in a leadership role, John C. Maxwell said that “everything rises and falls on leadership”. Hence, for the education system and institutions to be strong in South Sudan and achieve their objectives and[Read More…]
In this country, we smoke hope for a living
South Sudan has a way of bringing you down on your knees. It doesn’t matter what you do. Big or small, this country will find a way of telling you the harsh realities of this life. After all, we are a people who have learned to deny these harsh realities.[Read More…]
Blatant Discrimination and Questionable Legality of Immigration Officials’ Practices in South Sudan
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…]
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…]