The adjournment of the Joint Stakeholders’ Dialogue from the 15th to the 19th, triggered by the absence of key representatives of the Revitalized Transitional Government of National Unity (R-TGoNU), is more than a scheduling setback. It is a glaring indictment of South Sudan’s fragile peace process. The non-attendance of the[Read More…]
OpEd
The crushing weight of economic inflation in this country demands an immediate end to the delay of civil servant salaries. I call upon the government to address the national crisis and fight for the rights of its workforce. It has now been months since civil servants did not receive their[Read More…]
The newly appointed Minister of Information, Communication Technology and Postal Services must make it an urgent priority to tackle the shockingly high cost of mobile calls and data in South Sudan. Recent figures reveal that South Sudan’s mobile data is among the most expensive in Africa with one gigabyte (1[Read More…]
Church Elites Must Express Up for South Sudan
By Kiden Stela Mandela The economic crisis in South Sudan persists, and the suffering of ordinary citizens continues unabated. This traumatizing situation where affording basic sustenance like bread has become a daily struggle is not normal. It’s a crisis that has pushed citizens to the brink, risking a total loss[Read More…]
The issue of land grabbing and why the poor always losing their land? is rampant in South Sudan, particularly in the capital, Juba. The scale of the problem was brutally illustrated just last weekend when three people were shot by residents of Gumbo, these residents were protesting the actions of[Read More…]
No Need to Shut Down the Hospital
By Kiden Stela Mandela Hospitals must never shut down, not even for a minute. They are visited every day, at all hours, by people suffering from various illnesses that require the immediate attention of professional doctors. The authorities at Bor State Hospital in Jonglei State did well to reopen the[Read More…]
The Rosary of theft
A week ago, there was an interesting drama about a man who ties Rosary around his right wrist joint. So many people believe he is a man of God. But a few people are doubtful about his faith. A fraction of people gossips that the Rosary aids him in stealing[Read More…]
The right to speak, write, and broadcast freely is the lifeblood of any democracy. Yet across our South Sudan, journalists face harassment, intimidation, and violence. Such acts against journalists happen often without consequence for perpetrators. This culture of impunity must end. A society that silences its truth‑tellers undermines its own[Read More…]
Political Recycling aPerformance Metric or a Policy Failure?
As the appointing authority exercises its power through reliefs, promotions, and dismissals, the persistent issue of political recycling raises serious questions about the criteria used by parties to recommend their members. In a country governed by a shared power agreement among the parties who signed the 2018 peace accord, the[Read More…]
Violence should never be a means to gain resources or settle grievances. The recent tragic events in Baliet County, Upper Nile State, where innocent lives were lost and families displaced, remind us of the heavy cost of choosing conflict over dialogue. These acts are not only unlawful and inhumane but[Read More…]
It is a tragedy that the armed forces of this nation the SSPDF (South Sudan People’s Defence Forces) and various armed groups are not conducting themselves in a manner that inspires trust among the citizenry. The recent crisis in Yambio is deeply alarming. Instead of protecting civilians, the SSPDF and[Read More…]
Rise from Sleep with Jesus Christ, Thank God, and in Faith and Trust You Will Find Grace
Sermon Title: God Is Our Refuge and Strength; His Help Is Always Available in Times of Trouble for His Chosen People in Beloved South Sudan Since Eternity Psalm 46:1–11 Dear brother and sister in our Lord Jesus Christ, Welcome to the fold of our living God, here in beloved South[Read More…]
This knife will cut all of you
A certain artiste composed a song in Dinka language. The lyric goes…Tɔŋ kën abë we ŋot abën………., which literally translates as this knife will cut all of you. Why did you sharpen the knife and put it down like this, the song continues? Looking at what is going on in[Read More…]
Discipline and trust among organized forces
The tragic killing of a tea seller allegedly by a drunken member of the organized forces is a painful reminder of the urgent need to strengthen discipline and accountability within our security institutions. While authorities have acted swiftly to apprehend the alleged culprit, the incident underscores a deeper challenge that[Read More…]
As primary (8) and senior four begins their final examinations on the 24 November, (S4) on the 1 December the Message, cheating in the examination room is unacceptable. Work hard for your future and know that your performance alone determines your next step toward becoming one of this country’s best[Read More…]
As social media continues to spread rumours across Juba and the whole of South Sudan, there is an urgent need for concerned government institutions to consistently provide accurate and timely information. When institutions remain silent, they allow misinformation and disinformation to thrive, leading to widespread speculation and fear among the population. This silence is often interpreted as confirmation, making[Read More…]
The two principal leaders should meet to discuss the status of the Revitalized Peace Agreement (R-ARCSS), specifically regarding the country controversial swapping of ministries. The leaders some time back held frank deliberations in a friendly atmosphere, which appeared to reflect a spirit of peace, reconciliation, prosperity, and commitment to the[Read More…]
Sermon Title: Jesus Christ Is the Prince of Peace in Heaven and on Earth, and the Responsibility of Peace in South Sudan Has Been Entrusted to Dr. Salva Kiir Mayardit by God’s Chosen People Since Eternity Romans 5:1–11 Dear brother and sister in our Lord Jesus Christ, Welcome to the[Read More…]
Salary delay is a problem looking for a solution
When will that leader, that very leader who pays the civil servants and soldiers on monthly basis, come? What is wrong with leaders who are tasked with the payment of the civil servants’ salary? They work to the best of the people’s expectations in other parameters of the government. But[Read More…]
What makes a good English language teacher?
The answers as to what makes a good English teacher can vary based on different teachers’ teaching context but the following can summarize the responses teachers might produce in their discussions. A good English teacher should make his/her lesson interesting so that learners don’t fall asleep during the lesson. Teachers[Read More…]