By Ustaz Mark Bang When this man (me) has an empty pocket, he begins to use the modality of economics. For I know, maybe one, two, or three have no money; they hungered and felt disappointed for having used up the money wastefully. I personally feel hungry when I completely[Read More…]
Politics
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Federalism, the Panacea
By James Aniceto Batikayo It is encouraging to know of the intention of the government to organize at last a conference on the Federal System of Rule that has ever been demanded by people in South Sudan since the colonial era. The conference is scheduled for the end of this[Read More…]
Better Disagree to Agree: Non-fictional
In homes, we disagree. In offices, we disagree. In classrooms, we disagree. In our meetings, we disagree. In our conversations, disagreement is common. Even with yourself, you disagree. It seems normal to disagree. But is it normal for everyone? What do most people think about those who always disagree? They[Read More…]
During our time, corrupt leaders would be sacrificed to the gods for good governance
Steal as much as you can now because stealing would be a capital crime during our regime and would be punishable by law. When you are assigned to head an oil corporation, such as Nilepet, demand for yourself as high percentage as your pen can sign. During our regime, Nilepet[Read More…]
Like a butterfly, don’t count months, count the moments
I have been and continue to be amazed by nature and everything that has a life in it. From animals, insects and all the sea creatures. There seems to be a way we connect. It is through survival in our ecosystem. You can cry out if you can’t manage, nature[Read More…]
Gov’t’s gratification worsens citizens’ wellbeing
By Ustaz Mark Bang There is nothing citizens want in every country; all they need, want, and expect their leaders to do are a well-sustained economy, developed infrastructure, security, health facilities, and education. I know most of the people in the world fail to do these outlined things when they[Read More…]
Politics without criticism is like driving at night without headlights
By Ustaz Mark Bang We know very well that all countries in the global south like intimidating innocent people if they criticize their government. Prof. John Akec Apuruot, the former renowned vice chancellor for the University of Juba, once said, “Politics without criticism is like a car in the night[Read More…]
A match between Christmas and an SSPDF soldier kicks off
By Malek Arol Dhieu As Christmas approaches, an SSPDF soldier having children finds no rest between Bilpham Headquarters and his house. Going to Bilpham to ask for the salary, the news is always that the salary is still, and as he comes home, he is always welcomed with gloomy eyes[Read More…]
Develop Success From Failures
By Ustaz Mark Bang Success isn’t about getting it right the first time. Getting it right the first time is luck, happenstance. It’s a coincidence we enjoy. If we remember that win, that time we got it right, then we might be able to reproduce our early success. But maybe[Read More…]
Pathways to Improving South Sudan’s Human Rights Record
By James Bidal South Sudan continues to face substantial challenges as it seeks to improve its human rights record. Despite its decade-long journey to achieve peace and stability, the country is plagued by widespread human rights violations. Reports persist of abuses against civilians, journalists, and human rights defenders (HRDs),[Read More…]
Not Unfortunate But Only Impaired; Together For Inclusion
The 3rd December each year is the International Day of persons with disabilities. I was not aware of this great day until I passed by ADRA compound in Juba and saw a banner written, “INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES Under the theme, “Amplifying the leadership of persons with Disabilities[Read More…]
After Papers, what next?
By Nyariay Kic Candidates Pupils and students It has been a long year, hasn’t it? Late nights, early mornings, parental pressure, hustles, and drawbacks; disappointments. You surely must be tired! The half-hour period after the completion of the exam often reflects a student’s attitude towards education. We will witness[Read More…]
Why I write about the human conditions [Part 5]
In this article, I am going to use some of the personalities; those who have made this world a better place to illustrate something. And before that, there are approximately 7.5 billion humans on this planet. All of these people are looking for one thing, a solution to their problems.[Read More…]
Keep your eyes on the stars and feet on the ground
By Ustaz Mark Bang One of the philosophers once said this quote, “Keep your eyes on the stars and your feet on the ground.” Life is a lesson one shouldn’t joke with. When I lived the life of being a child, I never knew that there were some great lessons[Read More…]
Know your worth; you aren’t worthless!
By Chol Peter Majoh To begin with, your biological and spiritual existence is a sure fact: you aren’t worthless. And by the way, let me tell you: if you don’t know that, it’s easy for someone to demean, use, or even disrespect you. Self-esteem and love are way more embracing,[Read More…]
Peace talks resume
By Philip Buda Ladu After a nearly five-month pause, the Tumaini Initiative—a process aimed at achieving sustainable peace in South Sudan—is set to resume today, December 4, 2024, in Nairobi. The renewed talks, hosted in the Kenyan capital, will involve the transitional government of national unity and non-signatories to[Read More…]
Gov’t disowns VP Taban’s comment on Sudan
By William Madouk During his remarks at the eighth Governors’ Forum, Vice President Taban Deng Gai, chair of the infrastructure cluster made a bombshell statement claiming that “there is no government in Khartoum.” This statement has nearly caused a diplomatic stir with neighboring, Sudan. However, the Minister of Presidential Affairs[Read More…]
SPLM threatens social media shutdown
By Bosco Bush Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) party Secretary-General, Peter Lam Both has warned that South Sudan may be forced to shut down social media platforms if they continue to be misused for propaganda and defamation. He said that while the SPLM supports freedom of expression, abuse of this[Read More…]
SPLM refutes Kiir’s power transfer allegation
By Bosco Bush Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) denied social media reports claiming that President Salva Kiir plans to transfer power to a senior party member while seeking medical treatment abroad. The rumour suggests that the Senior Presidential Envoy on Special Programs, who also doubles as SPLM’s First Deputy[Read More…]
Life doesn’t wait for tomorrow
By Ustaz Mark Bang Life doesn’t wait for anybody. No amount of money ever bought a second of time. I think this is one of the biggest truths that today’s society of people just never thinks of. They are too busy filling up the needs of their ego. Life is[Read More…]