In this world, I have known people who despite what they have been through when they were certainly about my age still managed to beat all odds and became who they are today. This however, no matter what I or you face on daily basis is the reason why we[Read More…]

By Joseph Akim Gordon The rule of law is important once implemented, it will reduce cases of criminality in the country, offenders will be scared to break the law because the penalties for breaking the laws are very severe, but in a situation where the law becomes lenient, this will[Read More…]

By James Bilal As South Sudan prepares for its upcoming elections, the nation stands at a critical juncture in its young history. These elections hold immense significance not only for the country itself but also for the wider region. South Sudan has faced numerous challenges since gaining independence in 2011,[Read More…]

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…]

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…]

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…]

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…]

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…]

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…]

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…]

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…]

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…]

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…]

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…]

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…]

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 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…]

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…]

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…]