Education remains one of the most powerful tools for transforming societies, reducing poverty and building lasting peace. Yet in many rural communities across Yei River County, access to quality education remains a distant dream for thousands of children. Years of conflict have left schools destroyed, displaced families uprooted and learningContinue Reading
As South Sudan moves closer to a historic election, faith-based institutions, including churches, Islamic organisations, and other religious communities, face a defining moment in the nation’s democratic journey. Their responsibility is not to endorse political parties or personalities, but to uphold the principles of truth, justice, peace, accountability, and humanContinue Reading
The announcement by the National Elections Commission (NEC) that general elections are scheduled for 22 December 2026 has reignited political debate across South Sudan. Among members of the ruling Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM), the prospect of elections has generated renewed excitement and optimism. In a previous opinion article, IContinue Reading
Yei has long stood as one of South Sudan’s most vibrant and resilient regions. Blessed with fertile land, an entrepreneurial population, a strategic geographical position, and a proud tradition of peaceful coexistence, Yei has for generations symbolised opportunity, productivity, and hope. Yet despite these strengths, the region has endured yearsContinue Reading
For generations, Yei proudly carried the nickname “Small London”. The title was not merely a reference to its pleasant climate or peaceful environment but a recognition of its reputation as one of South Sudan’s foremost centres of learning. With excellent schools, dedicated teachers, and a welcoming community, Yei attracted studentsContinue Reading
In the sweltering heat of Juba’s lunch hours, the conversation has shifted. Whether gathered around tea stalls or seated in air-conditioned offices, workers across the capital are increasingly engaged in one persistent and tense discussion: the National Social Insurance Fund (NSIF). The Ministry of Labour’s latest push to enforce mandatoryContinue Reading
(OPINION / Bjørn Halvorsen, Norway) – I have waited some time before putting these thoughts to paper. They come neither from politics nor from personal ambition, but from years spent observing a country whose people have shown remarkable strength under circumstances few others have had to endure. I know SouthContinue Reading
The National Elections Commission (NEC) recently announced that South Sudan will hold national elections in December 2026, in accordance with the provisions of the extended transitional period under the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan (R-ARCSS). The ruling Sudan People’s Liberation MovementContinue Reading
Universities across the globe have long excelled at transmitting knowledge. They build frameworks of understanding, provide strong theoretical foundations, and introduce students to the established wisdom of their chosen fields. This role is essential. However, knowledge alone is not enough. Until it is translated into practical skill, it remains incomplete.Continue Reading
In the heart of Africa stands South Sudan—a nation blessed with rich cultural diversity and remarkable resilience, yet weighed down by years of conflict, economic hardship, and humanitarian struggle. Today, it calls not only for attention, but for action. The story of South Sudan can be likened to that ofContinue Reading
