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14/06/2025

Establishment of Juba town

Juba town, now the capital city of South Sudan, was established during the early 1920s by the British colonial administration. It began as a small administrative and military post along the west bank of the Nile River.

The town was strategically positioned to serve as a central point for British colonial control in the southern part of Sudan, especially in the Equatoria region.

Juba gradually became a center for the Equatoria people comprising various ethnic groups such as the Bari, Acholi, Lotuko, mundara and others due to its growing administrative importance and access to services like education, health, and commerce. Many people from rural parts of Equatoria began migrating to Juba in search of better opportunities.

Meanwhile by the 1940s and 1950s, Juba had expanded significantly, serving as a hub for government operations, missionary activities, and economic trade
It also played a vital role during Sudan's struggle for independence and later became a political center during the Southern Sudanese liberation movements.

The town's urban growth made it the cultural and political heartland of the Equatorian and people, even before it became the capital of autonomous Southern Sudan in 2005, and eventually the national capital city of South Sudan in 2011

29/05/2025

The traditionally of the Murle ,murle are the people relying on cattle as a primary source of wealth status and livelihood. Due to inter-tribal conflicts and frequent cattle raids .many Youth of the Murle communities have resorted to abducting the children's especially girls and boys from neighboring communities Nuer, Dinka and others tribes .The murle are often to raise their own or to offer them as future brides in exchange for dowries and resource competitions with in the murle community

27/05/2025

Historical of the shilluk community

Shilluk (Chollo) community, one of the prominent Nilotic ethnic groups in South Sudan, primarily inhabits the Upper Nile State along the western bank of the White Nile River. The historical Shilluk trace their origins to a legendary ancestor named Nyikang, who is believed to have led their migration from the north, around the Bahr el Ghazal region or possibly further from areas near present-day Sudan. Oral traditions suggest that the Shilluk moved southward centuries ago in search of fertile land, water, and safety from conflicts or environmental pressures.

Their migration led them to settle along the Nile, where they established a centralized kingdom, with Fashoda and now Kodok etc. as their spiritual and political center.

The Nile's resources supported their agricultural and fishing livelihoods, reinforcing their territorial attachment to the region over time, the Shilluk developed a distinct cultural identity marked by strong traditional governance led by the Reth (king).

Today, the legacy of this migration shapes the Shilluk's sense of unity and historical pride, despite the challenges posed by civil conflict and displacement in South Sudan. Their history of migration and kingdom-building remains a vital part of their cultural narrative and national identity.

26/05/2025

Storytelling about the murle tribe in South Sudan

The Murle tribe is an ethnic group primarily found in the southeastern part of South Sudan, mainly in Pibor County within the Greater Pibor Administrative Area. The origin of the Murle people traces back to ancient migratory movements within the region. It is believed that the Murle, they are part of Nilotic tribes, migrated from areas in present-day Ethiopia and the Nile Valley region centuries ago. Their movement was largely influenced by the search for water, pasture for livestock, and security.

Meanwhile Murle are part of the broader Surmic language family, which connects them linguistically to groups in southwestern Ethiopia. Over time, they settled in the floodplains and bushlands of South Sudan adapting to a pastoralist l their ifestyle. are only pastoralists
Murle their deep historical roots in the region, the Murle have faced ongoing conflict with neighboring tribes like the Dinka and Nuer, often centered around cattle raiding abducted childrens as the model of the resource competition.

Today, the Murle people maintain strong cultural traditions, including age-set systems, body scarification, and initiation rites. Their history of migration and settlement contributes to the rich ethnic mosaic of South Sudan, even as they continue to navigate modern challenges such as displacement, through cattle raiding and inter-communal violence among others tribes

24/05/2025

Dr. Riek G*i Kok Diang is a seasoned South Sudanese politician and public servant, currently serving as the Governor of Jonglei State since March 2025. He previously held the same position in the late 1990s. Born in Akobo County, he is lion man of Lou Nuer heritage and has a professional background in pharmacology, having studied at Alexandria University in Egypt and the University of Strathclyde in Scotland. Later before his joined the movement

Dr Riek. G*i's political journey began in the early 1990s before the SPLA-Nasir faction, where he led humanitarian operations through the Relief Association of Southern Sudan. He later served as Minister of Animal Resources and Fisheries in Sudan and chaired the Southern States Coordination Council. Known us tens states South Sudan's independence, he was appointed Minister of Health in 2013.

As Governor of Jonglei, Dr. Riek G*i has prioritized peacebuilding, community development, and food security. Currently He launched the Jonglei Agricultural Farm Project to boost mechanized farming and improve livelihoods. His administration has also focused on grassroots engagement, infrastructure development, and promoting unity among diverse communities. Dr. G*i is committed to fostering stability and progress in Jonglei State through inclusive governance and strategic initiatives.

24/05/2025

Health workers and the international partners should carrying out of the obstetric fistula awareness process with in rural areas

Obstetric fistula is a serious medical condition that affecting women, primarily in the undeveloping countries, .for example country like South Sudan one of the most affected, as a result of prolonged and obstructed labor without timely medical intervention, such as a cesarean section.

The obstetric fistula it occurs when constant pressure during childbirth causes a hole to form between the birth canal and the bladder or re**um. This leads to continuous leakage of urine or f***s, or both, through the va**na.

There are many youngers women's with the obstetric fistula often suffering from chronic incontinence, which leads to social isolation, stigma, and depression. Many are abandoned by their husbands and families due to the smell and misunderstanding about their condition.

While the most affected womens are young, poor, and live in rural areas with limited access to maternal healthcare.

Conclusion obstetric fistula is preventable and treatable prevention involves improving access to quality maternal healthcare, especially emergency obstetric fistula services, and community should addressing factors like early marriage and lack of education. It could repaired through the surgical that would be often successfully close the fistula and restore continence, but many women remain untreated due to lack of awareness or available services.

The Juba teaching hospital and health workers are right to shaping the future of ending fistula by 2030 global organizations partner and government are ongoing to eliminate and commit to fulfilling any individual and collective role to ending obstetric fistula by 2030 raising awareness, training surgeons, and expanding access to maternal health services in the rural area and ending obstetric fistula is key to promoting women's health, dignity, and rights women's. In South Sudan

23/05/2025

Today Friday the ministry of health colobrated with the Norway embassy and UNFPA celebrating international day for the Obstetric fistula (IDEOF)2025 the global theme health right shaping a future without fistula .
National theme to renewed commitment to creating awareness ending Fistula in South Sudan by 2030 and commit to fulfilling any individual role to ending fistula in South Sudan

15/05/2025

The Nuer and Dinka are two closely related Nilotic ethnic groups who primarily live in South Sudan. Despite sharing many cultural, linguistic, and historical traits, they have also experienced periods of conflict and rivalry. Their relationship is best described as one of kinship and competition, shaped by shared ancestry and socio-political dynamics.

Meanwhile historical of the Nuer and Dinka trace their origins to the Nile Valley Northern Sudan and are believed had been migrated from the Gezira region in present-day Sudan. They settled in the floodplains of the White Nile and its tributaries, adapting to the seasonal rhythms of the river. Both groups practice agro-pastoralism, combining cattle herding with subsistence farming. Cattle are central to their cultures, serving not only as a source of food but also as a measure of wealth, a symbol of status, and a key part of marriage and spiritual rituals.

Linguistically, the Nuer and Dinka speak languages from the Western Nilotic branch of the Nilo-Saharan language family. While their languages are distinct, they are mutually intelligible to some extent and share many structural similarities, reflecting their common ancestry.

The term brothers is often used metaphorically to describe the historical and cultural closeness between the Nuer and Dinka. Oral traditions among both groups emphasize a common origin, often referring to descent from a shared ancestor. However, the process of ethnic differentiation occurred over time as clans expanded, migrated, and established separate identities. Political organization among both groups is traditionally decentralized, based on clans and lineage systems with authority vested in elders and spiritual leaders.

Despite their shared roots, competition over resources, especially grazing land and water during the dry season, has historically led to conflict. Colonial and post-colonial policies exacerbated these tensions by manipulating tribal divisions for administrative control. In modern times, the Nuer and Dinka have often found themselves on opposite sides of South Sudan’s civil wars, particularly during the conflict that erupted in 2013 between political leaders from the two groups

Intermarriage, trade, and cultural exchange continue to bind them together. Many peacebuilding efforts today aim to revive the traditional bonds between the Nuer and Dinka, emphasizing their shared heritage and the potential for reconciliation. Understanding their historical relationship is essential for fostering long-term peace and unity in South Sudan.

13/05/2025

Nuer resistance to British rule for over 30th years during the colonization period

The Nuer community in the Greater Upper Nile region of South Sudan resisted British colonial rule for several reasons rooted in their cultural, political, and social systems ,during the colonial period, particularly in the early 20th century, the British implemented policies that clashed with the traditional way of life of the Nuer people this led to persistent resistance, both violent and non-violent.

One of the key reason for the Nuer resistance was their strong sense of independence and decentralization. The Nuer were organized into acephalous (leaderless) societies, with no centralized authority or chiefs. Their political system was based on kinship ties, clan alliances, and age-set systems, which made it difficult for the British to impose indirect rule, a method they preferred using in other parts of their empire.

When the British tried to introduce appointed chiefs, often from rival ethnic groups like the Dinka or from within the Nuer but with British backing, it was seen as an attack on their autonomy and traditions.

Another factor was land and cattle, which were central to the Nuer economy and culture. The British sought to establish administrative control and collect taxes, which often involved the confiscation of cattle and restrictions on cattle movement. These actions disrupted the Nuer’s pastoralists lifestyle and were viewed as direct threats to their survival and way of life. The British also created fixed borders between ethnic groups, which led to tensions and conflicts over grazing land and water access.

Religious and cultural misunderstandings also played a role. The Nuer had strong spiritual beliefs and rituals that were not respected or understood by the colonial authorities. Missionary activity and the introduction of Christianity further alienated them, as these efforts were often tied to colonial control.

Moreover, past experiences with slave raids and other abuses under earlier foreign rulers made the Nuer deeply suspicious of any outside authority. British patrols and punitive expeditions, often brutal, only hardened their resistance. Famous uprisings, such as those led by prophets and warriors among the Nuer, demonstrated their willingness to fight for their freedom.

In conclusion, the Nuer community’s resistance to British colonial rule was driven by their desire to preserve their traditional political structures, cultural practices, and economic independence. Their resistance highlighted the challenges of imposing colonial control on a fiercely independent and decentralized society.

12/05/2025

12/05/2025

Ongoing local football leagues in Akobo county jonglie state South Sudan the tournament organized by UNMISS in 2018, which brought together youth from various communities to promote peace and unity through football