Bishop in South Sudan Says African Country Needs Peace, Good Governance

Bishop in South Sudan says African country needs peace, good governance

YAOUNDÉ, Cameroon – Bishop Christian Carlassare of Bentiu, South Sudan’s newest diocese, has urged good governance and selfless service as the nation celebrated its independence day on July 9. “We must commit to good governance,” where leaders are honest and prioritize serving fellow citizens for the “common good of the entire nation” rather than the interests of a select few, the bishop said. He presented these values as crucial for translating…

Francis urges divided South Sudan Christians to reject tribalism, embrace nonviolence

South Sudan Bishop urges his people to embrace peace in daily lives

As South Sudan marks the 14th anniversary of its independence, the Bishop of Bentiu calls on the people to live out peace not merely as an abstract idea, but through concrete, everyday actions rooted in Gospel values. Read all

Unity and meritocracy: The foundation for a prosperous South Sudan - Radio Tamazuj

On July 9, 2011, the world watched in awe as South Sudanese rejoiced and danced to the birth of a new nation, born from blood of millions of heroes and heroines that perished in the 21-years’ fight for independence. May their souls rest in eternal peace. This independence was not just a political victory, but also a moral one: the right to govern ourselves and build a better future. Yet, freedom is only the first step in the long journey to self…

Former Juba Mayor Kalisto Ladu urges unity, offers to serve nation

Juba, South Sudan (Eye Radio) – The former Juba city Mayor, Kalisto Ladu, calls on all South Sudanese citizens to abandon tribalism and embrace national unity. Speaking during the Jubek Day commemorations on Tuesday, July 8, Ladu stated his readiness for any government assignment. He emphasized that unity, coupled with forgiveness and reconciliation, offers the young nation its only development path. The former Mayor underscored the urgent need…

Church Leaders Urge Politicians To Rise Above Individual Interests

By Philip Basa As South Sudan marks its 14th year of independence, church leaders have issued a heartfelt appeal to political leaders, urging them to rise above personal ambitions and work together to address the urgent challenges facing the nation. Their call comes amid a worsening economic crisis, persistent insecurity, and growing despair among ordinary citizens. The South Sudan Council of Churches, a long-standing moral voice and unifying fo…