This article first published on September 17, 2015 Introduction Let me disclose at the outset that the views expressed in this paper are completely mine and should not be attributed to anybody else or entity including the Bor County Diaspora in the United States that I lead but only to me as an individual and citizen of the Republic of South Sudan. I am expressing my views after the fact and I do not think any argument made at this point will change anything on the ground since the “peace … [Read more...]
Why President Kiir is comfortable in deciding not to reverse a decision to expand 10 states to 28 in South Sudan
By Mach Paul Mathiang On October 2, 2015, President Kiir announced a decree that called for creation of 28 states. In the minutes following, the public outburst with the joys and ululations in every corner of South Sudan towns. The idea seemed to be what many people were waiting to hear from the President. In the diaspora, the formation of 28 states was received with mixed opinions, but the citizens of South Sudan carry enough weight that their opinions must be taken seriously. President … [Read more...]
Uncle Deng Kur’s Letter to 11 years old: Aguer Atem Deng
Dear Aguer Atem Deng, I would like to take this opportunity to say thank you for the heartfelt message you shared in your recent video. I can honestly say that as you brought up certain facts regarding the suffering of our people, I was overwhelmed. At such a young age, you have proven to be a well-informed, smart, and concerned citizen of South Sudan. Your inspirational words make me very proud of you, and proud to be a citizen of South Sudan. The information you have offered gives me hope … [Read more...]
Our Condolences to the Victims of Jalle Payam
We as members of Bor County Diaspora in the United States are heartbroken by the enormity of what happened on Thursday at Jalle Payam, Bor County, Jonglei State. We strongly condemn the renewed atrocious and heartless acts by the members of Murle Tribe. As members of Bor Community, we are a family, and what took place on October 22, 2015 was unspeakably difficult to every one of us as a community. Our thoughts and prayers are with all the victims, families, and the entire community over the … [Read more...]
Conference (Bor County Development Association, Inc. Annual Conference) Memorial Weekend, Saturday, May 28 – Sunday, May 29, 2016 in City of Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Dear Bor County members here in the States and the world over, Following the tradition of our chosen Bor County annual gathering date and day of the week since 2011 and as enshrined in the Bor County Development Association, Inc. Bylaws that Memorial Weekend belongs to Bor County, the administration is hereby officially announcing the convening of Bor County Development Association Annual conference in the Great City of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, over the memorial weekend, Saturday, May 28 – … [Read more...]
Bor Youth Association in Australia strongly condemn the Murle attack on civilians in Jalle Payam
Press Release We the members of Bor Youth Association in Australia (BYAA) and the entire Bor Community in Australia are deeply saddened by and strongly condemn the Murle’s heinous and cowardice attack on people of Jalle Payam in Bor County, Jonglei State on 22nd October 2015. The attack which claimed 37 innocent lives and resulted in the raid of approximately 500 herds of cattle, destruction of numerous properties and displacement of hundreds of people is an excruciating reminder of the … [Read more...]
The Tough and Serious Minister of Information and Broadcasting: Protection of the Country byHon. Michael Makuei Lueth
In the aftermath of war, it is common for people to reassess what is important in life, or what we want to do with our lives now that we have survived such a horrific time. War also throws our leaders into a sharp comparison with each other; they are divided between those who are banded together against us—against their own people—and those leaders who act in our protection. Within this second group of leaders, there are also those whose actions catch the attention of all of us as a … [Read more...]
The Attack on Jalë Payam of Bor, Jonglei State (RSS)
Bor Community in Canada London ON For immediate Release The Attack on Jalë Payam of Bor, Jonglei State (RSS) (London, ON, October 24, 2015), The members of Bor Community in Canada send their condolences to the families of the victims of the attack at Jale Payam on October 22, 2015. We condemn this inhumane act with the strongest possible terms. It is an evil act that deserves condemnation for all peace loving communities and individuals around the world. There is no justification … [Read more...]
GBC-USA: GENERAL ELECTIONS & CELEBRATING 5TH ANNIVERSARY
Press Release The Greater Bor Community (GBC-USA) electoral committee is here by officially announcing the conduct of its 3rd Presidential Election and 5th Birthday Anniversary Celebration. When: September 3rd to September 4th, 2016 Where: Grand Rapid, Michigan (Birth Place of the GBC-USA, 2010) Physical Venue: To be Determined at the arrival date The Electoral Committee (EC) is instructing all aspiring candidates to contact the individuals listed below to obtain election … [Read more...]
THE REAL AHEU DENG KUDUM
This is in response to a malicious, slanderous and libelous article entitled “How Former Model Aheu Deng was involved in Defense Ministry corruption scandal” that recently appeared on the website of “Hot in Juba” on November 3, 2015, written and disseminated by John Masura (fictitious name), who has been incessantly masquerading as a journalist. The article was replete with lies, falsehoods, disinformation, anecdotes, hearsays, rumours; a real antithesis of journalism. Intriguingly, the … [Read more...]