For the past few years, I have dedicated my life to writing articles that change the way you see yourself in this polarizing society. The world, with its pains, hurts and troubles is one of the easiest places where you can easily lose your mind. It could be through some[Read More…]

By John Mangar Reechdit   Last Friday afternoon, misinformation began circulating regarding the potential removal of Dr. Marial Dongrin Ater, the Minister of Finance and Planning. I am tired of the rampant rumours in Juba, often spread through social media or phone calls, concerning the removal and replacement of political[Read More…]

By Ustaz Mark Bang   Views of citizens are only considered in USA, Europe, and other developed nations of the world. During elections in either the USA or Europe, citizens table all their expectations before electing the competent president; once this is done, they keep monitoring him/her in any step[Read More…]

By Ellie Sworo As the holiday season approaches, the air fills with the spirit of Christmas. Streets are adorned with twinkling lights, homes are decorated with festive ornaments, and the sound of carols fills the air. However, amidst the hustle and bustle, it’s essential to reflect on what Christmas truly[Read More…]

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…]

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…]

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…]

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…]

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…]

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…]

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…]

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…]

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…]

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…]

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…]

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…]

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…]

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…]

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…]