South Sudan, already one of the most difficult countries for women, has in recent years seen some of the highest levels of sexual violence in the world.  Even before the civil war officially ended in September 2018, women and girls experienced high levels of gender-based violence (GBV) and had limited ways to address these crimes. Women and Girls face violence[Read More…]

This country plagued by kickbacks, poses a danger to future generations. It is a practice existing in all government institutions from the highest level downward and has persisted since South Sudan became independent. The country is under pressure, particularly regarding employment opportunities, which are not easily accessible and often involve[Read More…]

Disarmament should continue in sensitive conflict areas across South Sudan. This is meant to reduce intercommunal violence or wars that occur heavily and are a result of long periods of endurance, such as economic hardship. Intercommunal violence is facilitated by politicians who hold positions within the government and have the[Read More…]

This Month of June is for Muslims.  While gathering and celebrating the happiness from God (Allah) and overcoming suffering and temptations during the hard time after the 30-day fasting is now a great moment in the Islamic religion, more especially in the Muslim community. Mosques are more remembered. It is[Read More…]

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…]

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…]

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…]

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…]

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…]

By Nyariay Kic   What has age got to do with experience? Pain knows no age bracket, and neither does Joy. A man could unexpectedly be orphaned, and so could a boy. A man could be promoted at work, and a boy could be elected in the school’s prefectural body.[Read More…]

God created a man and a woman, who become husband and wife through various forms, such as white weddings in the church, customary marriages and “trial marriages”. Marriage serves as a foundation for two adults to build their family, raise children, and provide a stable and supportive environment for them[Read More…]

Youth, be creative to face the financial situation in the country. Dropping out of school can affect both young girls and boys, whether because their parents are unable to pay their school fees due to poverty or due to gender discrimination, including early pregnancy, which sometimes hinders youth in their[Read More…]

Last week on Friday, we celebrated SPLA Day, which is significant for all South Sudanese. I want to salute the people of South Sudan and our fallen heroes and heroines who have sacrificed their lives for freedom, justice, equality, and peace. Without their contributions, this day would not have been[Read More…]

The suffering of the entire South Sudanese population in diaspora is due to the failure to implement the revitalized peace agreement in the country. Political figures seem responsible for all the wars and have participated in deteriorating the peace agreement. South Sudanese have been in camps since 1983, when Southerners[Read More…]

These are tough times for the citizens, who are crying for peace. The insecurity in the country has terrified every citizen because no one knows what might happen anywhere within South Sudan. Civilians are dying everywhere across the country. Government, where are you? Why are citizens not protected from such[Read More…]