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Take a moment to think of where the plastic bottle you just emptied after drinking water, soda or juice ends up

By Garang Garang Adim   Every day, millions of plastic bottles are discarded without a second thought. Regardless of whether it’s after quenching our thirst with water, soda, juice, or any other beverage, many of us tend to toss the empty bottles carelessly onto the street, into parks, or into[Read More…]

Protecting South Sudan’s rich biodiversity: Key takeaways from the 6th Global Conference on Biodiversity Finance

By Garang Garang Adim,   Recently, South Sudan took a significant step on the global stage by participating in the 6th Global Conference on Biodiversity Finance in Santiago, Chile. Supported by UNDP South Sudan, the Ministry of Environment proudly represented our young nation amidst delegates from 133 countries. This event[Read More…]

No funds without reform: IMF denial highlights South Sudan’s accountability crisis.

By Kuir Mayen Kuir   April 29, 2025, News reaching Juba once again dimmed hopes for economic recovery. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has denied South Sudan access to additional loans, citing persistent corruption, misuse of previous funds, and general noncompliance with financial governance frameworks. This recent rejection marks another[Read More…]

Every dog has its day

It may look like you have conquered the world, but you have not. Even if you have conquered the world, you cannot conquer it forever. You conquer the world today, and someone else conquers it tomorrow. That is why it is advisable that when the world is under your conquest,[Read More…]

Legislation and Policy Advocacy for Animal Welfare in South Sudan

By Benjamin Ajuong Machiek   Animal welfare has increasingly become an essential part of community development, particularly in regions where livelihoods are closely tied to agriculture and livestock. In South Sudan, a country facing profound socio-economic challenges, the issues of animal rights and welfare are invariably linked to broader developmental[Read More…]

The Papal Conclave

By Gabriel Patrick Lagu   “Jorge Mario Bergoglio,” the Carmelengo shouted Pope Francis’ baptismal name the third time, then he announced to the world, “Sede Vacans” (“The throne is empty”). Meaning Pope Francis officially had been declared dead on the chilly morning after the Easter Sunday celebrations. Lots has taken[Read More…]