(OPINION / Tito Justine) – Why has the Juba City Council continued to struggle with the effective management of Africa’s newest capital since 2011? When a visitor lands at Juba International Airport and is driven around the city for only fifteen minutes, the challenges facing this young capital become immediatelyContinue Reading
(Waakhe Simon Wudu) Juba, 8 December 2025 — One of the underlying problems that may have fuelled the unstoppable fire at Custom Market on 1 December 2025 was, unfortunately, rooted in a broader issue that I would describe as a negative social norm or a culture of lawlessness among manyContinue Reading
(OPIONION / Mogga Charles Guya) – And Why South Sudan Must Claim Ownership of Its Peace Political Legitimacy and International Pressure Many leaders believe that peace agreements endorsed by the African Union, United Nations, IGAD or powerful countries give them stronger political legitimacy.External actors can also pressure warring parties toContinue Reading
(OPINION/Adut Maguil Ayuel) – The South Sudan I envision is a nation rooted in peace, dignity and opportunity for all. It is a country where our diversity is celebrated as a strength, not a source of division and where every community, whether large or small, feels seen, valued and protected.Continue Reading
(OPINION/Mawa Nemaya Joseph) – The Customs Market fire yesterday was a devastating event that exposed weak regulation, informal tenure and gaps in emergency response. Just three days earlier, rumours about the closure of KonyoKonyo Market had already unsettled traders. What must be avoided now is turning this tragedy into aContinue Reading
(Mogga Charles) – Many South Sudanese can sing the national anthem, but understanding its deeper meaning and living its message is something we are still learning as a nation. Below is a clear breakdown of the anthem’s stanzas, with their meaning and significance for citizens: South Sudan National Anthem: MeaningContinue Reading
Strengthening Ordination Standards for Pastors in the Anglican (Episcopal) Church of South Sudan The Anglican Church in South Sudan stands at a crucial moment in its journey to strengthen spiritual leadership, deepen unityand meet the needs of an increasingly educated and technologically aware society. Pastoral leadership is vital to theContinue Reading
(OPINION/Agrey Cyrus Kanyikwa) The struggle and confusion over finding a better nation, government and leaders continue around the world, especially at a time of growing anger and rebellion. Ongoing bitterness and unresolved pain, mixed with pride, can slowly destroy awareness and mislead even the wise. As long as we liveContinue Reading
(OPINION/Mogga Charles Guya) Why the Church in South Sudan Must Raise Its Voice and Champion Peace The Church has always stood at the centre of South Sudan’s struggle, hope and identity. In a nation wounded by conflict, mistrust and political division, the Church remains one of the few institutions thatContinue Reading
(OPINION / Taban Andrew John) A Call for Action on the Wuluturu Stream and Infrastructure Development in Yei County, Central Equatoria State As a concerned citizen of Central Equatoria State, I wish to make an urgent appeal regarding the worsening road conditions caused by the Wuluturu Stream in Yei RiverContinue Reading
