NileQuest Quarterly

31/07/2024

Politicians don't build societies, technocrats do. And such technocrats don't pick up the mantle out of sheer altruism, but mostly for their own pursuit of happiness. And as he pursues such fulfillment, the technocrat develops resources and capabilities enabling enterprise. Following in the same vein, he hires people willing to trade their time for money. With the right amount of disposable income, these employees can in turn purchase goods and services from yet another group of semi-technocrats, the petty bourgeois merchants and providers, and the cycle goes on. Therefore, politicians are not the answer to society's ills no matter how well-meaning. They represent a vaguely normative form of progress- right and wrong public policy-but not what is critical and necessary such as individual health, well-being, and material freedom. Those lie squarely elsewhere.

29/02/2024

South Sudan Offers Egyptian Scholarships to Boost Higher Education Opportunities

To enhance educational prospects for South Sudanese nationals, the Ministry of Higher Education, Science & Technology has announced the availability of fifty postgraduate (Masters & Ph.D.) scholarship positions offered by the Arab Republic of Egypt for the academic year 2024/2025.

29/02/2024

Agricultural Bank of South Sudan Focuses on Empowering Farmers and Enhancing Banking System

In a momentous session, chaired by Dr. Lual A. Deng, the Board of Directors of the Agricultural Bank convened for its inaugural meeting to deliberate on strategies aimed at empowering farmers to bolster food security and advance the banking sector nationwide.

29/02/2024

Ghana Parliament Passes Stringent Anti-LGBTQ Legislation Amidst Controversy

In a significant move that has stirred controversy, Ghana’s parliament has passed stringent legislation targeting LGBTQ rights and the advocacy of non-conventional sexual or gender identities in the West African nation.

28/02/2024

⚡JUST IN: Pope Francis taken to hospital following general audience at the Vatican-Ansa

28/02/2024

Coalition of Opposition Parties Calls for Dialogue to Address Challenges in South Sudan

The Coalition of Opposition Parties (COOP) in South Sudan has issued a statement emphasizing the critical need for dialogue among signatories of the revitalized peace agreement in light of ongoing challenges hindering the democratic transition process.

28/02/2024

The second largest opposition group, SSOA, has checkmated SPLM-IO. Who do you think Kiir will listen to?

28/02/2024

Exodus to Hope: South Sudan's Overwhelmed Town of Renk Grapples with Influx of Refugees from War-Ravaged Sudan

In the South Sudanese town of Renk, a new truck brings a flood of elderly men, women, and children escaping the horrors of Sudan’s ongoing conflict. The town, just 10 kilometres from the Sudanese border, is grappling with the strain of accommodating over half a million refugees.

28/02/2024

South Sudan Govt Points Fingers as Economic Crisis Deepens

JUBA – South Sudan’s Minister of Cabinet Affairs has ignited controversy by blaming national traders for the country’s crippling economic crisis due to unpaid debts, even as the government renews questionable import contracts.

28/02/2024

Unravelling Chaos: El-Merriekh FC Challenges SSFA Decision Amidst South Sudan Cup Turmoil

In a scathing appeal, El-Merriekh FC Bentiu slams the South Sudan Football Association’s hasty decision, urging a reevaluation of the chaotic events that marred the 13th South Sudan Cup final.

28/02/2024

Rival Darfur Forces Trade Accusations After Civilian Massacre

EL FASHER – Tensions between armed groups in Darfur are escalating after the massacre of 12 civilians along a remote trade route last week.

28/02/2024

Riek Machar's Party Calls for 2-Year Election Delay to Complete Peace Process Tasks

JUBA – South Sudan’s ruling party, the SPLM-IO, has proposed pushing back the country’s long-awaited elections by two years to allow time for critical prerequisites to be met before voting can take place.

28/02/2024

South Sudan's Economic Lifeline Hangs in the Balance: Government Issues Urgent Call for Pipeline Repairs

Juba, South Sudan — In a crucial announcement, South Sudan’s Minister for Information, Michael Makuei Lueth, underscored the vital need for immediate resolution of critical issues plaguing oil pipelines, especially those in areas controlled by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and the Sudan Armed F...

28/02/2024

African People's Congress Commends Introduction of Biometric Payment System, Calls for Public Sector Restructuring

African People’s Congress issued a statement on Friday, February 24, 2024, expressing appreciation to the World Bank, Ministry of Finance, and Ministry of Public Service and Human Resources Development for introducing a biometric payment system.

27/02/2024