When faith is put to the test: South Sudan’s historic elections, the moral duty of religious institutions
As South Sudan prepares for what could become its first truly historic democratic elections, faith-based institutions including churches, Islamic organizations, and other religious communities are approaching a defining moment. Their commitment to truth, justice, transparency, and peace will be tested as never before. The responsibility of religious institutions is not to endorse political parties or […]
OPINION: The role of traditional leaders in peaceful elections
As South Sudan prepares for its upcoming general elections, community cultural and traditional leaders have a critical responsibility to remain neutral, impartial and above partisan politics. Their respected position within society gives them a unique opportunity to unite communities rather than deepen political, ethnic or regional divisions. Traditional leaders are custodians of culture, moral values […]
Mind reset for South Sudan: Returning to our default settings
South Sudan stands at a defining moment in its history. The time has come for every citizen to undertake a national mind reset to return to our default settings of unity, patriotism, integrity, hard work, and shared responsibility. Our nation cannot be transformed by leaders alone. Real change begins when ordinary citizens embrace the values […]
Opinion: The Return of ‘Small London’: Yei reclaims its educational legacy
The Return of Small London: Yei Reclaims its Position as Cradle of Education….For many years, Yei was proudly known as “Small London”, a name earned because of its cool climate, peaceful environment, friendly people, and, above all, its excellent schools. For decades, students from across South Sudan came to Yei to receive quality education, making […]
Proposal to strengthen Yei University and advance quality education in South Sudan
I warmly congratulate H.E. Gen. Salva Kiir Mayardit, President of the Republic of South Sudan, H.E. Emmanuel Adil Anthony, Governor of Central Equatoria State, and the peace-loving people of Central Equatoria State for their continued commitment to peace, stability, and development. As South Sudan looks toward a brighter future, I respectfully propose the incorporation of […]
Opinion: How e-banking can help revive South Sudan’s economy
South Sudan’s prolonged liquidity crisis has become one of the country’s most pressing economic challenges. Across the nation, businesses struggle to access cash, public servants endure delays in receiving salaries, traders face difficulties completing transactions, and many citizens spend hours queuing outside banks only to leave empty-handed. The shortage of physical currency has slowed commerce, […]
Yakani says parliament bypassed peace agreement amendment process
Civil society activist Edmund Yakani has questioned the legality of South Sudan’s parliament’s approval of amendments to the 2018 Revitalized Peace Agreement, arguing that lawmakers bypassed the procedures set out in the accord for making changes. Yakani, the Executive Director of the Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO), said the amendments should have first been […]
Why South Sudan must consider regional currencies to improve trade and liquidity
South Sudan continues to face persistent liquidity shortages, high transaction costs, and an overreliance on the United States dollar for regional trade. These challenges have constrained commerce, increased the cost of doing business, and limited the availability of cash within the economy. As the country seeks practical solutions to stimulate economic recovery and strengthen regional […]
Dr. Machar co-accused MP gives detailed defence testimony
Gatwech Lam Puoch, a member of the Transitional National Legislative Assembly representing Nasir County and one of the co-accused in the ongoing Nasir incident trial involving First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar and other SPLM/A-IO officials, on Wednesday delivered an extensive defence before the Special Court. During the 91st session of the proceedings held at […]
Civil society demands legal compliance in peace amendments
A South Sudanese civil society organization has called on President Salva Kiir Mayardit to ensure full legal compliance, transparency, and inclusivity in the ongoing discussions surrounding proposed amendments to the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in South Sudan (R-ARCSS). In a letter dated April 29, the Institute of Social Policy and Research […]
