By Gabriel Patrick Lagu An idealistic retrospection sigh is worth the current constitution daily claiming lots of innocent lives. How strong to uphold, who really has the right to take another’s life? Whose son is he? Who, for God’s sake, gave the authority to legalize being subjected to a death[Read More…]
OpEd
Nation Talks
Pope Francis will be remembered in South Sudan for his profound love and concern for this young nation. Despite suffering from knee problems, he visited South Sudan on February 3rd, 2023, following a visit to the Democratic Republic of Congo on February 1st, 2023. His visit underscored his commitment to[Read More…]
An open letter to the President
By Hon Deng Nyiwel Dhieu Your Excellence, Salva Kiir Mayardit, President of the Republic of South Sudan, forgive your brother, Dr Riek Machar Teny, First vice president of the republic. Happy Easter, My President, I come before you with my knees down, asking for your kindness to listen to[Read More…]
Peace must begin within us
Growing up in South Sudan, many of us have known conflict more than calm. Our lives have been shaped by struggle—first for liberation, then for survival. Independence in 2011 brought hope, but not the peace we had long imagined. More than a decade later, we are still searching, not just[Read More…]
Why lack of access to info thwarts journalism in South Sudan
By Matik Kueth In South Sudan, a crisis festers unnoticed by many people, who often turns their gaze away from the country’s media operations. This conundrum, however, does not involve bloodshed or political maneuvering, but rather centers on the essence of democracy: a lack of access to information. South Sudan’s[Read More…]
Baba, I am graduating tomorrow, any word for your resilient son?
One thing I hate from my graduation and will continue hating it for the rest of my life is that, my father does not understand that I have graduated. My father is battling with senescence as his memory remains deranged. Father, I’m graduating tomorrow, any word for your resilient son?[Read More…]
A letter to the Editor
By Hon Deng Nyiwel Dhieu Dear Editor, I would like to address social media users and political sycophants. My fellow South Sudanese, when our father’s fought for this country, it was not an easy decision but life and death matter in which it took a precious life of[Read More…]
An open letter to Hon. Balaam Barugahara: Let’s speak as neighbours, not strangers
Dear Hon. Balaam Barugahara, Greetings from Juba. I’m writing this message to you not out of anger, but from a place of deep concern and brotherhood. As a South Sudanese, I recently watched the clip circulating online where you made comments about our military, specifically accusing South Sudan of being[Read More…]
Nation Talks
The serious economic inflation in the country necessitates the prompt payment of civil servant salaries. The government should address this situation and uphold the rights of its workers. Months have passed since promises were made to increase civil servant salaries and ensure timely payment. The ministry should not exploit the[Read More…]
“If only there are no fugitives; War is evil.”
Raina Petkoffs is reached with very good news. It is very good news from her mother that her betrothed husband has won a battle in Slivnitza. It is Sergius who is the idol of the regiment. Her betrothed is now the hero of the battle. Her mother has to push[Read More…]
Faith as Determinant of Breakthrough: A Personal Reflection on Life’s Trials and Triumphs
In the unpredictable rhythm of life, marked by economic hardship, health concerns, strained relationships, and daily uncertainties, one truth stands out clearly for me: faith is a determinant of life. Not the fleeting kind that comes and goes with emotion or circumstance, but true, anchored faith that holds steady even[Read More…]
There is a new variant of hunger on top of the old one
At around 3:00 AM, noise woke me up from sleep. Outside my room, I saw a crowd of people with lighting torches around a man. I opened the gate, went to them and inquired what the matter could be. They told me they are begging a man to return home.[Read More…]
Nation Talk
Ladies, work for yourselves before you are exploited like chickens during leisure time or on weekends. Do anything – it could be washing plates in hotels or any job that can change your life – rather than relying on men’s money, which is often problematic. Your own earnings are more[Read More…]
A watched saucepan never boils
So many South Sudanese have sat around the fire on which the saucepan of change is placed, expecting it to boil faster as they are running out of time. If something takes time to finish, do not watch it too closely because it will seem like it is taking forever.[Read More…]
But why the human conditions [Part 1]
To be alive or to have a chance to be here is one of the rare chances in almost 200 billion chances that you would ever get in this life. It is pure luck but it comes with its own burdens because you need something to sustain this life before[Read More…]
Farming for dignity, why South Sudan must grow what it eats
On Monday morning, March 31st, 2025, while scrolling through my Facebook feed, a video of Kenya’s President William Ruto touring his farm caught my attention. Driving a tractor alongside his wife and aide, he stated, “A nation that can’t feed itself can’t claim independence.” That moment stirred something in me.[Read More…]
Why I dragged life to court
I have had my case with God, and then I had to lose. God is not a man’s equal but whomever he chooses wins. That is why Jesus was mocked by the world and he was declared a winner after three days. I have got thousands of cases with my[Read More…]
Give girl child education a chance
Being the only girl among boys, Mary was denied a chance to go to school. Every time her brothers dressed up to go to school, she could weep bitterly, wanting to go as well. But her father could confine her home. She fought for it, but her father was radical[Read More…]
Pathways to Protecting Free Speech in Africa
It is unfortunate that freedom of speech is still not free in Africa. Freedom of speech just occupies space in the constitutions of all African countries, but granting it full freedom is easier said than done. There should be “freedom” of freedom of speech. Free speech can be shielded by[Read More…]
Become the mentor
By Gabriel Patrick Lagu A wise and a foolish man alike can be judged from what they put on. The communication of their appearance sends rebound signals of deep concerns. Every individual is built in that unique sense. Betty, a third-year secondary student, lived a devoted life in the church[Read More…]