South Sudan and The World

Mar 13 2024 1
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"South Sudan and the World" is a podcast that focuses on discussing the positive impact that South Sudanese individuals are making globally, and how people from around the world contribute to the betterment of South Sudan. We will feature interviews with guests from both within and outside of South Sudan, who will share their unique experiences of how they are making a difference in their respective areas and in South Sudan.

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Hon. Paul Cabiet: The Role of Youth in South Sudan Politics | Ep. 012

Mar 13 2024 55 mins  
ABOUT THE GUEST:Hon. Paul Cabiet Ayang is a young politician who is the Minister of Information and Communications for the Lakes State Government. He was a United Nations Youth Delegate representing South Sudan at the 2023 United Nations General Assembly in New York.ABOUT THE EPISODE: Hon. Paul discussed his political journey, vision for youth representation in South Sudan, his wor

Patrick Oyet: The Role of Media in South Sudan Elections | Ep. 011

Mar 06 2024 50 mins  
ABOUT THE GUEST:Patrick Oyet is the Chairperson of the Union of Journalists of South Sudan (UJOSS). He is an experienced journalist based in South Sudan and advocates for free speech and the rights of journalists in South Sudan. He was awarded the South Sudan Human Rights Defender of the Year in 2023 by the South Sudan Human Rights Defender Awards.ABOUT THE EPISODE:Patrick discusse

Nelson Kwaje: Technology in South Sudan | Ep. 010

Feb 28 2024 39 mins  
Nelson Kwaje is a technology and social entrepreneur, Team Leader at Scenius Hub, Chairman of the Board of Defyhate Now, and CEO of Alela Technologies. He was named one of the 100 most influential young Africans in 2020. Nelson discussed his life and upbringing, his passion for technology and social development, and his vision for the role of technology in South Sudan’s socio-eco

Nyajuok Tongyik: Overcoming Trauma and Healing | Ep. 009

Feb 21 2024 39 mins  
Nyajuok Tongyik is a retired Army Nurse, author, community organizer, and advocate for women's rights, girl child education, family planning, GBV, and preventable maternal deaths. She is the Founder of the I Am NyaTongyik Foundation, which provides mental health services, medical and legal aid, and scholarships to South Sudanese youth. Her book, "I Am My Mother's Wil

Adhieu Majok: Early Adulthood: Managing Career, Marriage, and Parenthood | Ep. 008

Feb 14 2024 40 mins  
Adhieu Majok is a feminist activist pursuing her second master's degree in public health at the University of Manchester (UK). She has been actively involved in various youth and peace activities in South Sudan, particularly grassroots peace initiatives in her home area of Tonj. Recently, she helped a non-profit organization called Citizens' Call-in to evacuate thousands

Akol Miyen Kuol: Author of Sudan: Understanding the Oil Rich Region of Abyei | Ep. 007

Feb 07 2024 48 mins  
Akol Miyen Kuol is a journalist, author, and poet from South Sudan. He is famous for using his poetry to promote peace in his country. He has worked as a Sudan and South Sudan analyst for the BBC. Akol launched the Save the Last Train campaign as part of SpiceTalks, an initiative of Spice Without Borders. The campaign has inspired artists in Juba to paint murals on walls across the

Sarah Chan: Manager for Africa Scouting for Toronto Raptors (NBA) | Ep. 006

Feb 04 2024 41 mins  
Meet Sarah Chan, the Manager of Africa Scouting for the NBA's Toronto Raptors. Sarah is a former professional basketball player who attended Union University in Jackson, Tennessee, on a basketball scholarship. After college, she played professionally in Spain, Portugal, Algeria, and Mozambique. Currently, Sarah travels throughout Africa recruiting talent for the Raptors. She a

Ajak Deng Chiengkou: Promoting African Culture in Diaspora | Ep. 005

Jan 27 2024 74 mins  
Ajak Deng Chiengkou is a journalist and writer with a background in information technology and media. He is the former Executive Producer of SBS Dinka, a popular Dinka news show on the Special Broadcasting Services (SBS) in Australia, and the Host of The Diverse Views: Voices of South Sudanese Podcast, which explores the lives of South Sudanese individuals residing in the West focu

Atem Dau Majok: Founder of South Sudan Entrepreneurs Association | Ep. 004

Jan 11 2024 70 mins  
Atem Dau Majok Ajak is the Founder of the Come Let's Read Initiative, the Founder of the Association of South Sudanese Entrepreneurs, a Host at South Sudan Broadcasting Corporation, and a translator, gospel artist, and entrepreneur. Atem discussed his journey from college to entrepreneurship. He graduated from aviation school but failed to secure a job and was dedicated to bec

Jacob Idra: Founder and Executive Director of ROSS Leaders | Ep. 003

Dec 13 2023 109 mins  
Jacob Idra is the Founder and Executive Director of ROSS Leaders. ROSS Leaders is an organization building the capacity of South Sudan youth in the United States through sports and youth empowerment. Jacob discussed how he works to empower young people through sports and education. He discussed building the right attitude and maintaining long-term focus as a key to success.Jacob is