Don Bosco Malish

By Don Bosco Malish South Sudan’s governance landscape is a rich tapestry of institutions and associations that form the backbone of social order, service delivery and community resilience. The most influential among these are Traditional Authorities, Community Associations (such as the Kakuwa), Civil Society Organisations, and Non Governmental Organisations (NGOs).Continue Reading

Taban Kwaje aka Wuneta Kwaje

By Taban Kwaje As a trained socio-cultural anthropologist who has studied governance systems and cultural institutions across the world, I have been closely following the ongoing election for the Kakuwa Community leadership in Juba. I listened carefully to the first debate, examined the manifestos of the various candidates and observedContinue Reading

OPINION New Governor, Old Problems Leadership Test for Central Equatoria - Taban Andrew John

Concerned Citizens’ RepresentativeSouth SudanJuba6 August 2025 To:The Director GeneralTraffic Police DepartmentSouth SudanJuba Subject: Petition on Logbook and Insurance Renewal Requirements Dear Sir/Madam, We, the concerned citizens, are writing to express our dissatisfaction with the current system regarding the so called “open logbook” and annual insurance renewal requirements. Although the logbookContinue Reading

Lubang Stephen Stanley

By Lubang Stephen Stanley There is a growing trend in South Sudan where politicians are increasingly using associations and community structures to advance their personal agendas. This has become evident during several recent union and community elections. Youth and community organisations such as the Twic East Youth Association, Bor YouthContinue Reading