By Staff Writer In the heart of Juba’s Mangateen suburb in Central Equatoria state, a powerful scene unfolds as the #Hib Jeran cultural festival fills the streets with vibrant hopes, lively performances, and a shared spirit of togetherness. #Hib Jeran”- an Arabic phrase meaning “Love your neighbour” has, over recent[Read More…]
NATION TALK
Imagine individuals arrested at the Uganda border post for attempting to smuggle concealed pistols without any reasons submitted. This is a serious situation; this is a very bad practice that may not lead this country ahead, and the question that may arise is, what is wrong with the Nimule border[Read More…]
South Sudan’s public universities, military, and police forces are facing serious challenges that threaten to cripple these institutions if not urgently addressed by the government. These centers of learning, discipline, and public service play a critical role in shaping society, yet they find themselves in dire straits. The public universities,[Read More…]
As schools prepare to reopen, the government must address the longstanding issue of delayed and inadequate payment of teachers’ salaries. The current situation has created a damaging reputation for the country, with teachers being the most affected group. If South Sudan is committed to securing a promising future for its[Read More…]
The current economic situation in South Sudan has reached a critical point, where the lives of the poor are at stake due to the alarming rise in commodity prices and crippling inflation. Distress and anxiety have become the daily reality for South Sudanese citizens, particularly the impoverished, who bear the[Read More…]
The economy is what the lives of people rely on, without a functioning economy people live in a degrading situation. The economy is confined to production, distribution and trade, including consumption of goods and services. According to economic literature, economy is also a collection or combination of factors like education,[Read More…]
The inflation rate has inflicted massive hardship on the citizens of our country. High inflation not only erodes the purchasing power of consumers but also breeds uncertainty, often leading to elevated interest rates and a devaluation of the national currency. Regrettably, South Sudan finds itself caught in this economic marsh.[Read More…]
Teachers in South Sudan endure significant hardships due to delayed and insufficient salary payments, which has detrimental effects on the country’s education system. Ensuring timely and adequate compensation for teachers is crucial for the future of education in South Sudan. Teachers must receive their salaries as stipulated by the law,[Read More…]
Christmas and Happy New Year are festivals that promote love, peace, and being together with loved ones, be as family members, family friends, lovers, neighbors, and being happy throughout the festival season in Christians all over the world. First of all, I would like to thank South Sudan government for[Read More…]
Gov’t has the role of reviving the economy
By Kiden Stela Mandela South Sudan’s economy has been in distress for nearly a decade now, and the future is uncertain. Institutions overseeing the economy have attempted to address the situation, but their efforts appear to be not succeeding in addressing the situation. This is being manifested in the[Read More…]
Why would armed personnel grab civilian land?
By Kiden Stela Mandela Land grabbing has apparently become a big issue in the country and needs solutions before citizens think it is done intentionally. On the other hand, this could be construed as a misuse of power by government forces, with a serious impact on counties and states,[Read More…]
Sell V8s to build schools, hospitals, boost Agriculture
By Kiden Stela Mandela Yesterday morning, on my way to the workplace, passing via government offices; I couldn’t believe my eyes, seeing a lot of V8s packed outside. As I continued, more others were around big hotels, especially Radisson Blue, Pyramid Hotel, and Crown Hotel. If we can see[Read More…]
By Kiden Stela Mandela The government should create a camp for the returnees who came from Neighbouring Sudan to allow them to integrate so that they get needed support from the host community. About 105,000 returnees escaped the Sudan war that started on the 15th of April 2023 as a[Read More…]
By Agoku Christine Taban (Guest Writer) It’s a multifaceted responsibility of stakeholders to ensure free, safe and supportive environment for girl-child to pursue education to brighten her future, handle development activities and make decisions, in lifetime. Girls, who haven’t gotten the opportunity to attain traditional education, should be empowered to[Read More…]
By Agoku Christine Taban (Guest writer) Endorsement of the SPLM-IG party flag bearer and launching of SPLM-IO party membership registration in some states are indicators of an eminent democratic election process. This will definitely involve the participation of many legally registered political parties in the country. Leveling political potholes and[Read More…]
It is very difficult these days to distinguish between a true servant of God and the fake prophets who only want to enrich themselves. Prior to the arrival of missionaries in Africa, Africans believed in their ancestors as their gods. They were worshipping mountains, hills, big trees, and cows, and[Read More…]
By Agoku Christine Taban The negative impact of the commonly bad practices of revenge attacks in South Sudan that take place between communities in the long run pin down the country’s children from enjoying their full rights of movement as others have that dream to adventure or to study in[Read More…]
Gov’t should look at the border issues
By Kiden Stella Mandela The government should put the issue of border conflicts into serious consideration. The issue is causing misunderstanding among the communities along the borders, it needed to be taken up seriously before it causes more harm to the citizens. Let us take a look at what[Read More…]