By Deng Chol   South Sudan, the world’s youngest nation, was born in 2011 with the hopes and dreams of millions who believed independence would bring peace, justice, and a better life. Fourteen years later, the reality is painful and clear the government has failed its people. The promise of[Read More…]

At the pitch, a player scores a goal.  A spectator only celebrates. The pride is given to the performer. A player will say I made it. A spectator will only say the player made it for us. We are not born to celebrate. We are born to perform. We must[Read More…]

By Deng Chol   For over a decade, the people of South Sudan have suffered not only from war, hunger, and displacement but from a political system that has betrayed their hopes.  The dream of independence was meant to bring peace, development, and dignity to all South Sudanese. But instead, that[Read More…]

Our world is better off now than at any point in human history. People live longer now and have better opportunities than those who lived a hundred years ago. There is better health care and as a son of a common man with a smartphone and a motorbike or a[Read More…]

By Alex Sebit The alleged decision by the Bank of South Sudan to continue printing money to fund government expenditures—a practice known as monetary financing—is reckless and economically dangerous. This is not a solution. It is a short-term political escape that paves the way for long-term economic disaster. Monetary Financing[Read More…]

By Garang Garang Adim   Our environment is an invaluable gift that sustains all forms of life on Earth. It provides us with essential resources such as clean air, fresh water, fertile soil, and diverse ecosystems that support countless species, including humans. These natural systems are the foundation of our[Read More…]

By Ajith Ajith Pioth   Financial Inclusion is the availability and equality of opportunities to access financial services. It refers to processes by which individuals and businesses have access to, and are empowered to use affordable, responsible financial services that meet their specific needs. These needs basically include payments, savings,[Read More…]

By Sebit Edward   South Sudan, the world’s youngest nation, stands on a fragile edge. And while much has been said about the failures of political elites, far too little has been said about another silent, growing danger: the deepening division among young people along ethnic and tribal lines. This[Read More…]

The economic situation in our country has made it easy for scammers to take advantage of the most vulnerable members of the community, the women and young people who wants to have a very good but an easy shot at life by promising them quick cash just by investing in[Read More…]

By Isaac Chol Aguer   When I was a student in Sudan’s public schools, no school year passed without a visit from the “inspectors” sent by the Ministry of Education. To us students, these visits felt like surprise raids. But to the school administration, they meant only one thing: emergency.[Read More…]

By Bek Dhuorjang Chol   Subject: Review of the Mandatory Haircut Policy for Schoolgirls in South Sudan. Dear Hon. Dr. Kuyok Abuol Kuyok I write with profound concern regarding the 2007 policy mandating compulsory haircuts for schoolgirls in South Sudan. While its stated aims promoting academic focus, gender equality, and discouraging[Read More…]

Dr. Moyi Harry Ruben   Banking concept has been evolved since the rapid development of information technology. Nowadays almost all over the world, retail banking concept is well-orchestrated name which has indeed added a new feather to the games of banking lexicon. The introduction of retail banking in globally has[Read More…]

By Sebit Edward   Over a decade after independence, South Sudan remains in a troubling political limbo – where the promise of peace is constantly undermined by the self-preservation instincts of leaders. Despite multiple peace agreements, transitional governments, and regional interventions, the country remains stuck in a cycle of elite[Read More…]

Two weeks ago, precisely on July 9, 2025, we celebrated our country’s fourteenth Independence Day Anniversary. We raised our flag high, singing songs of freedom, hope, and a new beginning. This independence, born of decades of immense sacrifice, courage, and fierce determination to overcome oppression and marginalization, was our ultimate[Read More…]

By Nyariay Kic   On most occasions, ninety percent of a team’s win is dedicated to the team leader. Yes, I agree every member solely passionately exercises their role. However, you could be a good driver but without a road map of the new site, you could lose direction. Relatively,[Read More…]

By Deng Chol   South Sudan’s armed forces are at a turning point. With the appointment of General Dau Aturjuong as the new Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) of the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF), there is cautious hope for long-overdue reform within one of the country’s most troubled[Read More…]