Grounding airliners with forgery registrations and mechanical unworthiness does not only expose a rot in a system but more so, saves lives. South Sudan has a record of loved ones lost to crashes from not airworthy planes hovering the country’s airspace and further losses need to be curtailed. At least[Read More…]
OpEd
The Juba-Nesitu-Torit-Kapoeta and Nadapal Highway: A Catalyst for Economic Development in South Sudan
By Gama Hassan Oscas South Sudan, a landlocked country, faces numerous challenges in achieving economic prosperity. However, the construction of the Juba-Nesitu-Torit-Kapoeta and Nadapal Highway presents a promising opportunity to transform the nation’s fortunes. This critical infrastructure project, which unfortunately suffered a sudden halt due to insufficient funds, holds immense[Read More…]
Sometimes it hurts to remain strong
It is not an easy task to remain strong in a country where people are always in tears. On the street right now, there is a man like you talking loudly alone on how to put food on the table for his children and where to get their school fees[Read More…]
South Sudan is Good in Planning Socio-economic Development Programs but Poor in Implementation
By Joseph Akim Gordon South Sudan is good on paper, but our ordinary citizens do not see the benefits of the paperwork except if it is transformed into tangible benefits, such as when the citizens can put food on the table when citizens are able to seek medical care in[Read More…]
Value life than property
By Tong Akok Anei Mawien In this modern world where possession of a property has become the fight of the day, whether, by individuals, governments, or organized institutions, many of our daily engagements are deeply rooted in owning something, but initially, when God created man and placed him on earth,[Read More…]
Legal concerns surrounding South Sudan’s Traffic Practices: A Critical Analysis
By Gama Hassan Oscas In recent years, South Sudan’s traffic authorities have been issuing drivers’ test certificates after individuals have already been licensed to drive, deviating from the conventional practice of testing before issuing driving permits. Moreover, they have introduced expiry dates for these test certificates, logbooks, and even the[Read More…]
Choose to be kind sometimes, even if it is once in a while
This world has always been a painful place for each and every living thing and when I say, “living thing”. I include animals. But let me first put aside animals, mankind has to fight its way to earn a decent living but only a few manage to do that, and[Read More…]
To restore broken Relationship Between Parents and Children is Commendable
By Joseph Akim Gordon Problems, conflicts, and misunderstandings are part of life, whether you like it or not. They will happen, but you need not escalate them. As parents, you must learn to embrace the heart of forgiveness and reconciliation. You, as a father and mother, should not expose your[Read More…]
So soon do appointees forget the trust bestowed upon them
One very forgetful thing is the promise often said in the swearing-in ceremonies that I will not let down the president and the people of South Sudan and that, I will do all it takes to make sure improvements are seen and felt. Another very ear-piercing promise is to cooperate[Read More…]
Male circumcision alone is not enough to prevent STDs
By Esther Lohutuhureng People can get or transmit the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) through sex or during birth. It can also be transmitted during breastfeeding from an infected mother to her child or during the injection of a drug by using infected syringes or sharing sharp objects. HIV, if not[Read More…]
South Sudan’s political future and the much-anticipated democracy remain theoretical ideal but only, the presence and operationalization of parties’ office are heart soothing hope of the expected polls. The social media, of recent, is awash with posts of political parties launching offices in Juba and in the states: this rekindles[Read More…]
Why stick on the Ugandan toxic food
By Tong Akok Anei Mawien With regards to the National Bureau of Standard’s aflatoxin findings on the maize flour imported from Uganda, if National disasters are counted, this is a leading national disaster; roughly 70% to 80% of South Sudanese rely on maize flour imported from Uganda; even deep down[Read More…]
When shall we believe in our native doctors?
A lot of patients feel untreated when they are treated by South Sudanese doctors but feel fully treated when they are treated by foreign doctors. Though it has been a belief that people of the same origin rarely accept themselves, it should be known that specializations are not made for[Read More…]
South Sudan’s Decision to Destroy Aflatoxin-Contaminated Food: A Pragmatic Stand for Public Safety and Economic Diversification
By Gama Hassan Oscas In a recent development, Ugandan importers have fervently requested South Sudan to unconditionally release and return 63 trucks carrying food items that tested positive for aflatoxin. However, South Sudan’s National Bureau of Standards has maintained its decision to destroy the goods, citing concerns over public health[Read More…]
God takes time to respond
A lot of things happen here on a daily basis; some make us cry and others encourage us to continue with the tussle even when doing so hurts. This could be little achievement or heartbreak in life; one pushes us ahead while the other like a stumbling block reduces us[Read More…]
By Agoku Christine Taban (Guest Writer) Peace is the primary gear for societal developmental dimensions in every society and every citizen is striving for it in the country, whether in the rural or urban areas. The current economic situation has put a heavy burden on every person, communities have been[Read More…]
Overcoming Challenges: A Blueprint for Juba City Council’s Renewal
By Gama Hassan Oscas The appointment of His Worship Emmanuel Khamis as the Acting Mayor of Juba City Council brings hope for positive change in addressing critical issues that have plagued the city for far too long. This opinion piece will delve into the pressing concerns of poor garbage collection,[Read More…]
On Culture of Reading
By Akol Miyen Kuol Knowledge is what enables us to understand ourselves and the environment we are living in or the environment surrounding us very clearly. And one of the best means of learning, so that we may live better, is through reading. Quite a number of our citizens who[Read More…]
Is the Governor of Lakes State Rin Tueny Mabor on the correct path?
By Joseph Ring Lang After the mandate given to him in Juba by hundreds of Lakes citizens on 20th June 2021 to give maximum punishments to all the law breakers, reports coming now indicate lakes State is now the most peaceful State in South Sudan. He had gone extra mile[Read More…]
I saw the future beaten down
The future is not always as bright as you think. Sometimes you may be living in the future without you knowing. For students, it is passing with good grades and having a good job. Maybe starting a family, that is the future. Sometimes the future is living in the place[Read More…]