By Isaac Chol Aguer In a country where the value of money shrinks by the day and the economy limps on cash transactions, it no longer makes sense to depend on physical money. People in South Sudan today carry sacks of banknotes just to buy a quarter kilogram of sugar.[Read More…]

By Isaac Aguer   In a long-overdue but welcome development, South Sudan has officially joined the Traffic Light Protocol (TLP) under the East African Communications Organization (EACO). This marks a pivotal milestone for our nation’s cybersecurity efforts and positions us alongside regional neighbors working to create a safer digital environment.[Read More…]

Others focus on educating themselves. You focus on educating others. You want others to get the education you have. You would like to see South Sudan embracing the value of education. You want to liberate your people from illiteracy; not the simple illiteracy which means someone has not gone to[Read More…]

By Cheng De Mangar Chagau In today’s rapidly evolving digital era, social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter (now X), Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok have become powerful forces that shape our daily lives. While these platforms were initially created to connect people across distances, they have slowly taken a grip[Read More…]

The ideology for the total independence of Africa still seeks furtherance, but its search for furtherance is depolarizing since no one takes the responsibility. African cultures for inheritance are still intact, but I don’t know why this woman is called “ideology for complete independence” of Africa not inherited. Is it[Read More…]

By Benjamin Ajuong Machiek Malek   It is time for South Sudan to wake up. Many foreign people are working in our country and pretending to be doctors, engineers, and professionals—but they are not. They do not have real training or certificates. Some never went to school. They learned only[Read More…]

By Benjamin Ajuong Machiek Malek   A bus was moving along the rough road from Hai Referendum to Gudele. Because the road was so bad, the bus shook hard, and two passengers were pushed against each other. One of them accidentally kissed the other because of the strong shaking, and[Read More…]

By Garang Garang Adim   The best way to combat the current plastic pollution situation is through collective efforts and equal participation from members of the public. Plastic pollution has become a pressing environmental challenge, especially in developing countries like South Sudan, where infrastructure and waste management systems are still[Read More…]

Benjamin-Ajuong-Machiek This problem isn’t just about feelings; it can lead to bigger issues, such as corruption. If it happens in our homes, it can affect how children view fairness and honesty as they grow up. As someone who has experienced this, I can say I am really tired of favoritism.[Read More…]

Challenged to be kind   Kindness is not deserved. It is not limited by any social, physical, mental, political, or economic differences. It is a choice. I intended to go on foot from Jebel to Gudele. It was the day I went very broke. I went to Jebel to attend[Read More…]

By Garang Garang Adim   Effective law enforcement is fundamental to achieving sustainable development and environmental conservation. When laws are created but not enforced, their intended purpose is defeated, and the environment suffers consequences. In South Sudan, this disconnects between legislation and implementation has become a significant obstacle to protecting[Read More…]

 Diseases like anthrax, brucellosis, rabies, Rift Valley fever, and even Ebola have zoonotic origins and have affected lives across Africa, including here in our own communities. While many factors contribute to this rising danger, a significant and often overlooked issue lies in our own attitudes and practices. The people of[Read More…]

By Garang Garang Adim   As June 5th approaches, marking another World Environment Day, I feel compelled to reflect on why this day is more than just a date on the calendar. It is a vital reminder for every individual, community, and government to prioritize our environment and commit to[Read More…]

Ajuong Machiek Malek   The neglect of animal health directly impacts public health, economic productivity, and the environment. Yet, the government and relevant stakeholders have not given this sector the attention and support it desperately needs. My personal journey as a veterinary student at the University of Juba has opened[Read More…]

By Garang Garang Adim   As a resident of Juba, I have come to feel a deep sense of frustration and concern every time I walk through its streets. The sight of trash scattered haphazardly across sidewalks, along the roads, and in public spaces is disheartening. It is a stark[Read More…]

By Eng. Maker Mangol Acien Yuol As I learned from sources in Ethiopia, our colleagues, whom we left struggling with studies, since 2023, face expatriation over residential Permit fees/visa. Over 1,500 South Sudanese students, who, from mid 2023, started facing the predicament of residential permit fees. The government of Ethiopia[Read More…]

You must have come across an army of ants, heading somewhere or to someone’s kitchen in their never-ending search for food, with one leader that leads better than some humans, I mean, some leaders. The colony is made up of ants who decide where to go, and just like humans, there are those[Read More…]

By Dr. Dhieu Ngong Gak   South Sudan occupies a total area of 644,329 square miles with a population estimated to be more than 11,880,796, or 8,000,000 people, after independence. This area is inhabited by 64 ethnic groups, according to available resources, or 70s, according to other information, who speak[Read More…]