Joining mainstream Eng. Mr. Charles Kisanga, thank you so much, you are speaking louder to us around the globe. Please join your mainstream in the movement with all your heart for our struggle is not to benefit others, but ourselves (South Sudanese). We had been nothing to the northerners politically, socially, economically, culturally, in term of dignity, and we had no development for long time. The northerners had been taking our resources from the land of the south for the development of the north. Shame on Lam Akol. Ariik Chol Ariik, Canada

Where were you during the war? Mr. Urbano you are an intellectual and one would have expected you to reason better than a street urchin like this. Your support for Dr. Lam Akol should not arrest your intellectual faculties. Is ‘for how long will Dinka SPLA protect you?’ meant to be a threat on my life? I may rightly conclude that you are one of the terrorists who gunned down Kwanyireth Oyath and his entourage. In this connection I have the means to protect myself and I am coming to Malakal, let me see what you and your ilk will do. Coward!!!!. Where were you during the war? Peter Adwok Nyaba

SPLA is not Dinka Urbano Tipo, you are wrong about for how long will Dinka-SPLA protect Dr. Adwok Nyaba: You are deeply indoctrinated and brainwashed by Dr. Akol’s ideology which says “let us destroy Dinka” instead of “let us free ourselves.” It is wrong to say that the problem in Collo land is a conspiracy made by Dinka against you and being executed by Dr. Nyaba. First of all, SPLA is not protecting Dr. Nyaba, but his views matched SPLA’s and Southern interest than the short glory you are pursuing in Khartoum. If false is truth like you said, then the SPLM-DC is protecting Arabs and slavery ideals from ending in Sudan. Dr. Nyaba has right to say what is good for him and Collo people as leader, an intellectual and loyal person to Southern party. By no way he is not an obstacle to you and he will never have two heads in one plan to destroy Collo people. His personal goal is freedom which sets on the merit of love, equality and success for all than individual desire you are milking. Where did you get Dinka-SPLA protection and a plan against Collo?  
Second to that, SPLA is not Dinka as whole in a real sense, but a combination of all tribes in the South, including Collo people. Dinka never dominate others nor intend to invade other tribes in the South. They are people of no bias, and their identity should not be misused for political wishes. As you are barking on how is the separation of South Sudan must come against Dinka, it is quite true that it will be a different story when the independence of South Sudan is achieved; we will be in a stunned state on how things will appear. You mark my word! People will see true government acting without compromise than that claimed Dinka-SPLA you are hammering. And the Dinka tribe will continue to contribute positively to the cause and freedom beyond glory, though not in the so called “united Sudan” again. Your narrow views on this subject are mock attacks on Dinka for unusual politics, which is obvious hate. The issue is about Dr. Lam and his unclear position since the inception of the movement; however, it is not Dinka vs. Collo in the political arena. Dr. Lam Akol is not anything to us but a man of his own guilt in the history of our struggle. Who cares about him! Collo land is not Dr. Akol Lam’s mother birthright to own it by himself with no one else with that right, but native people collectively have rights to own it. It is now clear that you are following the path of a wrong guy who has no magic luck in his personal trying to turn things into his way. I am so sorry that you’re falling into the hole of unpopular Dr. Akol Lam. You are dead wrong in preaching misconception ideals for failure.  Abraham, Gai, USA

Falling into the Arab net our oil money has become a thread to us these days, making our southern think-tanks to fall into Arab net. A few weeks ago one of our prominent and architect of self determination, Dr lam akol (SPLM-DC chairman) declared himself as a unionist and today Dr Justin Ambago revealed to us another prominent southern intellectual, Dr Toby Madut (Chairman of SANU) who also fell into the same ambush of unionist camp. But what really surprises me in these people is their justifications to their reservation for the southern independence. How can they assess the future of southern Sudan on the failure of SPLM/A? How can they endanger the lives of millions of people on the pretext of sustaining their life and the life of their children? I personally ask these what so called unionist, please allow the people this time to decide for their own destiny, since God created south Sudan. It used to be you the politicians deciding for this poor people. I'm not a SPLM/A member but I strongly give credit to them for allowing us southerners to decide for our own destiny. We are ready to  pay a prize for independence rather than for unity that we had for the last five decades.
Regarding the our religious leader, these people we owe them great respect and love. The church was/is with us all these times of southern history and they play a great role in it, the church had been with southern people without any distinction of religion when every one had abandoned us to this grand sons of Arabian peninsula traders, I think people in government controlled areas did not forget this reality. When they take these people's stand, independence) as claimed by Dr Toby, is not out of nothing but because they know and understood the suffering of the people more than any southern politicians. We pray that may God protect them until they witness a total freedom to their people. Stephen Pitya Lako, Sudan

Confuting the Letter Written by Joseph Marco Entitled: “The Shilluk Kingdom Today: Challenging Dinka Invaders.” To begin with, I would like to correct Mr. Joseph Marco for claiming that Paweny Dinka of Pigi County is part of Ngok Lual E Yak. Paweny is part of Ruweng (a smaller sub-division of Padang which is made up of Panaruu of Panrieng County; Alor of Biennom County in Unity State and Paweny of Piji County in Jonglei State). Both Ngok Lual E Yak and Paweny as well as Alor, Panaruu, Ager, Nyiel, Dongjol, Abialiang, Luach, Thoi, Rut and Abyei makes up Greater Padang Dinka. With 8 counties in the country and over half a million people as per the discredited census, it is the second largest Dinka group after Dinka of Bhar El Ghazal. Going by current political division, Padang is found in Jonglei (Paweny, Thoi, Rut and Luach), Upper Nile (Ngok, Ager, Dongjol, Abialiang and Ager), Unity (Biennom and Panaruu) and Abyei.

This is the right information for you to digest whether you like or not. It is wise to understand the demographic composition of your neighbours instead of fabricating and misleading other readers.

If we were to go back to the 16^th century to set the borders of tribes in South Sudan, then we must set our borders with the North, which I think is a priority. The adopted or honorary Arabs as put correctly by Dr. Francis Mading Deng in his book (The War of Visions in Sudan) must return to the Middle East because they never shared a border with us. The Luos, Maasai, Kalenjin, Teso, Turkana, Samburu of Kenya who are believed to have migrated from Sudan will be relocated to Sudan. The Acholi, Karamajong and other River Lakes Nilotes of Uganda must return to Sudan because they were in Sudan in 16^th century or earlier. We can even claim Barack Obama of United States of America and crown him as the President of Sudan because his dad is a Luo. Since Luos migrated to Kenya from Sudan, then Obama is a Sudanese who has a right to claim his ancestral homeland of Bhar El Ghazal. But the question is; where would those inhabiting those localities relocate if we are go to by your assumption that the current land occupied by Paweny belonged to Shilluk in the early 16^th Century?

Well, the land occupied by Shilluk in the West Bank of Nile was not theirs in the first place. I believe some people lived in that land. However, due to migration and natural factors, they could not live there any more. Mr. Joseph Marco may need to ask his community to relocate from Shilluk Kingdom because that land belonged to another tribe in the 16^th century or earlier.

I think the writer does not even know what he is talking about. This is what he wrote: “The Shilluk Land (Piny Collo) boundaries were set by King Gwang(Papiti Yor Akoc) from all the corners with their neighbours to the East, West, North and South. In the area being disputed now, the boundary is 16 miles from the banks of Khor Atar and Khor Fulus going eastward into the bush.” Joseph Marco, SSN

Seriously, was Joseph born in Sudan or he read books? What political authority does the King of Shilluk have to set the borders? Joseph seems to be fabricating that Shilluk is bordering Nuers of Ayod and Fangak. This is hypocrisy of the highest order and lack of geographical knowledge of the South. In fact, the Shilluk of Tonga are the only ones bordering Laak (Fangak). This is the only border shared by Nuers and Shilluk unless the guy wants to set new boundaries. I was born in Atar, which is part of Piji County. I am wondering where Joseph would want me to relocate. I believe in migration and nomadic life style of many Sudanese tribes that took them to their current lands. It was not a mistake to migrate centuries ago. However, that migration should not used as a tool for scapegoating others and branding them as squatters/invaders. It is a brand that no one wants to carry. The only invaders who came to Sudan are Arabs. The came as traders and settled. We can’t even tell them to leave Sudan because their ancestral land has been taken up by other immigrants.

Bottom-line: Let Shilluk vacate their current territory because they settled there as a result of migration, natural disasters, wars and other unavoidable circumstances. They were not thrown from heaven and settled in Upper Nile. Dhieu Dok Minyang, Calgary Canada

Manna Shall not Fall to South Even if All Defect to SPLM: What will Southern Sudan gain at the end of the day if all have to declare their allegiance to Salva Kiir, Pagan Amum and Ann Itto? I am tempted not say allegiance to the SPLM because almost all those nomads and their jubilant receptionists at the SPLM Sub-Headquarters in Juba or elsewhere don't know how to put into practice the SPLM vision as the people would love to see it. Many South Sudanese people, and majority of SPLM members, are not only wonderful but also thrilling sycophants as far as political competence is concerned. They are very excellent in not knowing their priorities and objectives, prima facie. That is why you find nothing moving on positively in  Southern Sudan  because many people, especially those who call themselves leaders are very attractive in negatives of destructions. True and really true, even if the SPLM-DC disappears tomorrow after all its members declare their defection to the SPLM and given hero welcome in Juba, Malaka, Renk, Wau, Marial Bai, Rumbek, Mading Bor, Bentieu, Torit, Yambio, Yei, etc; will the current bad situation change to good one under the SPLM bad governance in the South? I don't think so and nothing new will fall down like Moses' manna from the Sinai desert, except for the SPLM and GoSS treasurers (Dr. Luka Biong and Mr. Deng Athorbei) to pay tickets and accommodate the new comers in hotels (who actually are never new as they are already well known) and then call press to write news articles on the fiasco and insult Dr. Lam as an act of humiliation. Do you know how much it has caused the SPLM to convince the former SPLM-DC's SG and Deputy Chairman and the company to defect and go to Juba to stay in a hotel and drink much bear, whisky and nyamachoma (burnt meat) on SPLM and GoSS monies without budgets? I don't think it is much less than thousands of dollars and Sudanese pounds. God have mercy on South Sudan and its poor people who are just neglected because of favoring foolishly the political prostitutes for no value! Let me cry instead of laughing!!! Dr. James Okuk

The Shilluk Kingdom Today: Challenging Dinka 'invaders' The so called “Paweny Dinka” getting a county at Pijio is a mockery. These Dinkas are part of the Ngok de Lual Yaak of Abong or Bayliet. They happen to be where they are now as a result of the Mahdist State which invaded their area in search of slaves. They escaped following the Sobat south –westwards to find themselves where they are now. The true neighbors of the Shilluk (Collo) from Pijio to Tonga on the eastern Nile are the various Nuer clans of Ayod, Fangak(Gawer), Laak etc..

The Shilluk Land(Piny Collo) boundaries were set by King Gwang(Papiti Yor Akoc) from all the corners with their neighbors to the East, West, North and South. In the area being disputed now, the boundary is 16 miles from the banks of Khor Atar and Khor Fulus going eastward into the bush.

The creation of Jongeli State by the May government of Numeri was welcomed as a means of decentralization of power. What is not welcome is the confiscation of Shilluk lands east of the Nile without any justification. Can Jongeli not include Shilluks in the same way as it includes Nuers,Dinkas, Anuaks and Murles?

The Shilluks in these confiscated areas do not recognize the Paweny as the original inhabitants. They were not there when the Shilluks fought the Funj over those lands in early sixteen century. Proper arbitration should take place to avoid instability in these lands. Joseph Marco

Southern Sudanese destiny is here! As we celebrate the newest sovereign nation of southern Sudan come 9th January 2011. Let us all take the time to reflect on that sentiment which must unite us as southerners. A deep and abiding love for our nation.
Let's look at the history of the southern Sudan and seriously assess that which will transpires over the years that lies ahead. From this let us embrace those elements which made us strong and reject that destroy us. Let us understand that while we are all proud members of individual tribes with unique and diverse cultural norms. We are bound together as one geographical Free State with purpose and place in this continent of Africa.

Now more so than ever before, we are being called upon to cast our vote wisely in the upcoming referendum come 9th January 2011. Determine your destiny and never be overshadowed by the meantime gifts which will take away your rights; to serve, help and heal the atrocities committed by the Khartoum government during the struggle.

Fellow citizens, the future of our nation is as much our responsibility as that of our families, friends and leaders back home. We either choose to tear it apart and destroy it or unites our efforts to help build and guide it towards the realization of it potential as the richest newly nation in Africa. Long live SPLM/SPLA! Bior Gibson

Speaker Wani Igga misquoted I think Speaker James Wani Igga was misquoted by reporters because he is a man who I can trust that can not make a deal with Bashir. Majok Aker Ayai, Sudan

Dr. Nyaba is Fond of Standing on the Wrong Side of History: Dear Okuc P Awol, thank you for your unwavering stand in the interest of Collo People. Let Dr. Peter Adwok Nyaba not forget that his destruction history on the Collo Kingdom is still fresh and kept alive in  the people’s memory. That is why he fears and hates SPLM-DC and Dr. Lam Akol to death. It is to be recalled here that following the 31st October, 2003 declaration of merger between SPLM-United and SPLM/A, for sustainable peace in Sudan, the Government of Sudan (GoS) and its allied militia forces caused successive insecurity situations in the whole Shilluk Kingdom with the backing of some Collo politicians, exactly like what is happening now when some Collo politicians are helping the SPLA to kill the innocent people and cleanse them ethnically as well as looting their properties. About 121,900 people were displaced after their villages were burnt and some of their relatives killed in Papwojo, Nyibanyo, Nyijwado, Dinyo, Nyilwak, Obay, Pakang, Adodo, Awajwok and Alaki, the village of His Majesty Kwongo Dak Padeit. The UN agencies and NGOs doing humanitarian work were expelled from the Collo area by the killing government-militia forces so that they don't help the people to survive. Dr. Nyaba was known to have been lobbying seriously in Nairobi to see to it that the Collo kingdom is cut off from any assistance. He has also been witnessed coordinating with some Collo NCP politicians in Khartoum and Malakal to see to it that those evil acts against Collo are done perfectly. One of his daughters in Nairobi was outraged by his involvement in evil acts in the Collo Kingdom and he confessed to her that he did not think the situation could reach to that level of killings, burning and displacement as the aim was to humiliate Dr. Lam Akol. Now Dr. Nyaba is repeating the same evil deed against the Collo people but this time on the side of GoSS and its tribal army called SPLA. Will he and his company go away with it freely this time? Dr. James Okuk

Poem: 'Leave Me Alone' by Gabriel Makuei Tor

Fire-works will be put in place                                                               To celebrate the pending victory

I am not another beggar                                                                            But just another nation                                        

You refuse to listen for decades                                                                 It's time for your to feel

For the deafening ears u turn                                                                    Referendum is the answer

I will raise my Flag for real                                                                       For the world to see, and recognize

I will make the change                                                                             You refuse to follow

"Those who refuse to listen                                                                      Will be made to feel."

Building the Country partially                                                                   While killing other parts!!

An enemy, is always an enemy                                                                 A manner less brother, will've time to tame

Khartoum! u deserver to be another border                                               I am departing for a new County, South Sudan

You exploit, when you were to build                                                       You kill, when you were supposed to serve

We meet at the border, you refused to demarcate                                    Good bye!

Greater crime committed by Athor Mr. Chuei Mareng, I know what it takes to be in that situation of dissatisfactions. Your outcry is heard everywhere and it is fully understood that there is something wrong going on in Pigi County. Sorry for everything that has been happening to you. The entire South is with you feeling the same pain you are experiencing. SPLA is there to save lives in the hands of unsatisfied brother to make sure that order is maintained to the fullest, and people of Pigi County should once live again in peace and harmony as citizens of Southern nation. Your long stay with SPLA now is soured and it really needs some remedies to end that unsolved case which causes fear and threat in that area. We are with you brother! Every now and then blaming and other all kinds of accusations against Southern government cannot do it all. You do your best as you can to make sure that your safety is number one goal before the rest. Be honest and fair in judgment than telling us a story we all know the head and the tail where they both lay.  These are all problems in a problem you fail to step up to solve. There is no other greater crime ever committed than the crime committed by George Athor against South Sudan. Abraham Gai, USA

A Done Deal between NCP and SPLM to rig the upcoming vote in favor of Unity In accordance to comrade Wani Igga’s statement, a deal to rig southern referendum vote has been reached between the two parties [NCP and SPLM]. No wonder why the position of SPLM’s leaders has been wavy from time to time.

In some occasion these leaders would be for separation and other time they will be for unity. Their clear stance is now revealed in the statement made by the speaker. You might look at it in a different perspective, but that is what it seems to me.

So, proletariat of south Sudan can now kiss the secession dream goodbye and start brainstorming for something better instead of placing all your eggs in the basket of referendum. GatCharwearbol, USA

Shame on those who massacre Southerners It is very unfortunate to loose life of our brothers and sisters at this time while we are heading to referendum, shame on those who carry massacre against their own brothers and sisters. God bless their soul. Chol Awek Wek, Ethiopia

Security, the mother of democracy Dear GOSS security minster,
I have visited southern Sudan lately, however, if I'm asked to change something that Kiir and his officials is not doing right, I'd definitely start with security. Security means a lot to the people and of course, I'd call it "the mother of democracy." Just for specification, I mean civilian security.

Civilians are dying by thousands and yet the very GOSS is not implementing law and order across the land to stop civil-war generated criminals. Tribal conflicts over pastures is on the rise. It is a heart-breaking to see people taking steps back when peace is around the corner.

What is more confusing is that Gen. Gier Chuang Aluong and some other Goss officials are disarming the victims not the culprits, sounds weird but it is mission assigned to them by Kiir and his cabinets.

All in all, I totally appreciate all the things GOSS has done for the people of south Sudan in the last five years, however, I'd  Kiir and his security team reconsider security measures including disarmament of the culprits not the victims. Damade Deng, USA

Stop unity campaign in South by Arabs Dear Southerners, we have seen now that Arabs have started mass campaign in the Southern states against secession that Southerners are expecting to achieve through voting in Jan.-2011, and they are now preaching about unity of Sudan. My suggestion- these people were not supposed be allowed to come and confuse the situation to our poor and illiterate community. We know all the educated people of the South Sudan will not accept to vote for unity but illiterate people who don't know the disadvantage of unity. If they were not trained properly to know how to vote and also the reason why we are against unity then these Arab people may confuse them to vote for unity.

Some Arabs whom were sent by NCP have entered in our Southern state of NBG today and their purpose of coming here is to start their campaign about unity and we don't expect such kind of activities to happen here just like that. Michael Malual Mawien, Aweil, South Sudan

Advice accepted Dear Brother Arual Deng Arual, you’re right. I do listen and read into the works of the great icon of American and world Civil Rights Movement, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Your advice is acceptable and I thank you very much for that. DengDit Ayok, Khartoum

Unity of Sudan is impossible: What Mr. Taha should've understood first is how the South & the North cooperated during the interim period. Many atrocities were committed by the Jallaba during the interim period some of which are: Abyei battles between the SAF & the SPLA, Malut battles, Bahr Arab (Kiir kau) battles, Timsaah battles, theft on oil revenues, Malakal battles, imposition of Sharia laws on Southerners in Khartoum... among other things. I thought Taha had the ability to anticipate the future of Sudan given its old & contemporary history. Sudan is going to split into the following new states: South Sudan, Dar fur, Eastern Sudan & Arab North Sudan. It's extremely absurd to think of confederation. Mapuor Makorou, India

Why is south govt. easy on Referendum? The crucial moment we fought for is just over five months away. But are the people acutely mobilized and informed about what the event means and how its outcome will affect them and their children millions of years in to the future? Well, it's clear at this point that registration is not even started let alone the program of educating the public in the entire South about the referendum. What is difficult to comprehend though is why the Southern government seems to be taking things easy here when they'd be concerned about any sort of delay to register voters. As a concerned citizen, I'd like to urge everyone who comes to this website to read or publish articles to start writing messages of concern and post them here for the consumption of policy makers in the South so that they can put things right before it's too late.

However, I'm happy with efforts being made by people like Dr Riak Machar to hammer everything in and have the referendum done as wanted by the people of South Sudan. As we all know, this referendum is the only reason for which our people died. It should not therefore be squandered as wanted by selfish blogs like Lam Akol who have sold out to the North. For this reason, I encourage the entire leadership of SPLM and individuals like president Kiir, Dr. Riak and Mr Pagan Amum. Carry on guys, bravo! History will be on your side like Dr. John Garang. Simon Jok Ajack, Australia   

Remember to mention Martin Luther King in quotes Dear Dengdit Ayok, you've presented good case why the South and North of Sudan will never be one country after 2011. Thank you for that. But it seems you read/listened to some works of Martin Luther King Jr. because I could sense that from the words and expressions you used in your sentences. You'd have acknowledged him at least by use of quotes. So let us remember Dr. Martin Luther King when we use some of his works. Arual Deng Arual, Rumbek

Fighting the corrupt kingdom I'm very glad that there are still junubin (southerners) who can patch the eyes of the emerging black N.C.P in southern Sudan. Brother Omunu, you have extracted the real points that every honest and sincere Junubi harbors in his/her heart. But remember that, they will do everything to close your mouth and many others who keep-on exposing them. I hope this will never stop your pen in cracking down this new corrupt kingdom that wanted to be established in junub (South) but rather it will encourage many people with clean hands to join you in this intellectual battle. We need to heal a sickness before it development into illness. God save us from all these vices and lead us into our new independent state. Stephen Pitya, Khartoum

North Seems Better Because Opportunists Back It Up Dr. James Okuk, the reason that the North seems better is because of the opportunists like you and Dr. Lam Akol who always back them up. How would you see the weaknesses of the North if you fall in love with them? Why do you always see the South weaknesses alone and not the North?

In my understanding and based on what I have seen, North is no better than South. In the near and far future, South Sudan will out perform North Sudan as soon as we eliminate those who take opportunistic chances. What Jellaba has done for you to denounce your true brothers and sisters is only known to you.

Rome was not build in one day and South Sudan under the leadership of the 1st LT, Gen. Salva Kiir Mayardit is not exempt. Because you only see the bad things that Salva does and not the bad things that Al Bashir or NCP does, you won’t know that South Sudan is far better than the North Sudan.

One thing I admire about you, I hope it is not a pretext to find your way into getting rich quick, is your separatism attitude. I unshakably share that trait with you. Please do not fall in to Jellaba trick.

I have been to Khartoum not too long ago and our people [Junubin] who are residing there are not different from Turkana of Kenya if you know what I am taking about. It seems that we are forgetting that South Sudan is the source of slaves. Just because some of southerners are living in the North does not mean that Northerners are better than us. In fact they want us to move to Khartoum so they can enslave us.

No refuge in the North. These Junubin leave outside in the huts just like in villages and they have no source of income apart from doing manual jobs that most of Northerners do not want to do. Sometime, the Khartoum regime would come and destroy these huts, which leave them no shelter. Is this what you call refuge or safe haven? Don’t be blindly fooled by the rhetoric of Jellaba.

I truly understand that GOSS is not up to the expectations of people, but at least it tries to protect their right despite the fact that more conflicts are cropping up everywhere in south. GatCharwearlbol, USA

All southerners fought the war side by side There is one thing that makes "JUNUBIN" south Sudanese, popular. Corruption and mistreatment of minority or the so-called unfortunate, uneducated Sudanese children, men and women. It is rare that any published article on this site tells the outside world of progress or any undertakings in the interest of South Sudanese. It is only 5 five years into the CPA agreement that Southerners have smelled a new air or call it their ticket to freedom. Southern Sudan is corrupted and far from a just society. when people pronounce "unity," what comes into play is uncertainty. We have the leftists and the rightists fighting for power for their ill-gotten gains. A united southern Sudan should be like the organ system to promote a healthy environment that guarantees opportunities bearing education, employment, leisure, and promotes peace and harmony within and between generations. I'm knowledgeable of the heroes who fought and died in the battle for the freedom of our country. Let us all be reminded once again that all southerners fought the war side by side. The government should not play favoritism cards in what is assumed as protection by having DINKAS only in higher government positions. This is undemocratic and suicidal to other groups whose political aspirations are unrepresented. South Sudan is a region blessed with untapped wealth and it is shameful that  those born of the land are not reaping any benefits. Bosco Khamis Lomuro, Australia .

Stop government threat to media Dear editor, I am happy for south Sudan nation for accepting realistic comments. I am far from Sudan but my heart is patriotic in spite of whatever is happening. I therefore fail to understand what a government official does to the citizens if impunity persists. I think of a way to change these strongly possessed habits of threatening the media evidenced by Miraya fm website. Greed for power is our major setback for development. Development doesn't mean erecting towers but general acceptance to individual rights not rushing to chaos. Should our leaders be divisive and fail to perform their duties? I don't suppose, dear editor, but I have failed to change southerners. Cultural difference creates division but if you visit this website as a southerner, get it right and be a southerner not your tribe's toy. Be for the nation not your stomach. Sabbath De Yacouba, Kenya

Let's roll up our sleeves together Mr. Bol, Somalization is just a political market played in vain by Arabs against the South. It will come short sooner than later.
That term is a misconception used by few opportunists to manipulate Southern government so that they could have an open space to reach their desires. It is a term used to prescribe fear against us and against the likely new nation that seems to emerge in six months. It is a word used to hatch ugly unity between native Africans and Arabs, instead of a clear separation. I buy it less than anyone else, but let us roll up our sleeves together for action. Why Somalia now than during two decades for our struggle?  Abraham Gai, USA

Correction to Gat*Bol's recent article. According to Fund for Peace - Failed State Index. Sudan came #3 after Chad, but not #2 as Gatcharwearbol puts it. On the list of 177 Countries from failed to prosperous state, Somali was #1 and Norway was #177 - bottom of the list. Iraq, Afghanistan and Pakistan are among the top 10 failed world states according to 2010 report from FFP. The 7 of the top 10 are African Countries according to the report. Makuei Tor Mac, USA

Enough is enough My dear brothers and sisters, it is true that South Sudan is now far better than the other previous years, let us stand together for the independence of Southern Sudan. We need not to be a second class in our own country. We have suffered a lot, therefore enough is enough. Long live Southern Sudan. Ajak Kur Samuel, Sudan

Bravo, Editor, for your well-summarized analysis Dear Editor, you are a true son of the South, a region that is seemingly cursed with a bunch of good-for-nothing leaders whose priority is their stomachs and that of their equally greedy hatchlings. "Kiir's new disastrous misrule, once again, must end," under this well titled article, you hammered some very good points that are worth applauding. Well done Sir!

Southern Sudan can only be transformed into a better place for all, only when her sons and daughters speak up in one voice, come what may!! Otherwise, this growing new oppressive and authoritarian trend of governance will not end, it will get worse and Southerners must widely open their eyes right now. Let them do away with the growing misperceptions about one another as tribes or communities, and instead pay attention to these groups of individuals who are molding themselves into first class in politico and socio-economic fields, a bunch of maggots who are making fortune out of misery! Their survival strategies include fitting Southerners against one another along tribal and geographical lines and as long as the Southern Sudanese continue to be short-sighted and brainless, the survival of these gangs is ensured and the poor masses shall forever mourn and groan in abject poverty, widespread insecurity and lack of services but without remedy.

The choice is theirs to peacefully but firmly demand good governance! Our problems as Southerners is not our tribes or diversity, but rather lack visionary leadership that unify us and which serve the people equally and transparently. But the fact remains that under this government, no community grassroots can be said to be benefitting, all are really suffering their individual problems, ranging from insecurity, some of which is perpetrated by SPLA soldiers, to lack of basic services in health, education and infrastructure. Why therefore turn against one another and sing derogatory remarks against Dinka, Nuer, Shilluk, Bari, Azande, Kakwa or any of our various tribal groups? These are all victims in their own ways. Bosco Riak, Sudan

South big to accommodate all I would like to assure Mr. Adeying that South Sudan is very big to accommodate all of us regardless of our tribes. I my self, as I am from Aweil State, I don't care which tribe dominate the government so long they represent the will of the people. But I would like to advice you, that unless you behave yourself and avoid greediness and selfishness, you will die hopeless and shameless like your uncle and traitor Lam Akol. Martin Jok, Australia

Unforgettable gift Kiir can give southerners Allow me to express my inner most felicitation to the President of Southern Sudan for the successful election to the office. This is the assurance by Southern Sudanese people to take them to the land of Canaan; that is, the promised land. Therefore the last election votes from Southern Sudanese people were not just a conventional but entrustment of task, but remember Mr. President that it is not an easy task. I assure that as you leave Egypt to the promised land, Pharoah and his army will realize that releasing you was a mistake hence will send his army after you and as you try to run away with your people.
Mr. President, Dr. Garang has done his part though God has taken him, he has handed the task to you so your current seat is the seat full of stress and a lot of task hence the only gift you can give to Southern Sudanese who are suffering in dignified silence is the gift of successful referendum next year. 
Thon Ngor, South Sudan  

Gen Oyai, No cheap accommodation General, I think you should have learned life's great lesson how deadly politics is, after you were thrown out in the recent election by your own community. Yet, as comrade in struggle, Salva Kiir did not hesitate to create for you a new ministry so that he can accommodate you despite being rejected by your community. However, your dedication in struggle of your people who are being oppressed by the northerners did not allow you to complete your formal education like others who also joined the struggle. But your behavior when you were minister in Regional Cooperation shocked every one who thought that you were revolutionary. You allegedly threw away your fellow comrades which will never be forgotten, and brought in your in-laws and other relatives who did not have the capability to help you during the elections. Therefore, there is a proverb that says, "when things are dark the friends are few." Victor Makur, South Sudan

Why claim Shilluk land? Those who called themselves from Pigi County are actually confusing. Their actual home is Wun-Lam the home base of Anya-nya One. Why is that they don't like the name Wun-Lam a beautiful place and come to claim Shilluk Land? Urbano Tipo, Sudan

New south-south war It is real very bad to hear that southerners are back to a south-south war . Which seems to be at a wrong time while they are just left with some few month for self determination. Wise Leaders should have at this very critical situation sit down with the rebels to settle the case before farther development. We don't want the civilians to die any more. Ismail Dominic, Sudan

Bad Beginning for FM Mr. Ali Karti Mr. Ali Karti is the appointed Minister of Foreign Affairs in the so-called government of national unity. This is the man who will be in charge of the diplomatic affairs of this country. It is very unfortunate for the government of national unity that the man entrusted with this sensitive position has started with some very arrogant statements that will not only tarnish his appearance before the international community but that of the whole country.

I don’t know how many battles were led by Mr. Karti during the war, but Mr. Karti should consult with his BOSS (El bashir) and with the President of the Government of Southern Sudan, Kiir Mayardit before talking about the war, because these two gentlemen know very well what does the word war means in real life. Both President Kiir and President Elbashir were in the front lines during war and because they very much understand what does that entail, they promised not to take this country back to war again whatsoever. Dr. Thuou Loi Cingoth, Sudan

Stop doubting the SPLM leaders' capability Who is stronger than Pagan Amuom in the politics of the Southern Sudan? I am disappointed with one of the writers who express doubt about Pagan representing southerners in the UN. The main problem with our Southern Sudanese brothers is that they do not trust anybody and they do not point out somebody who can do that work. They are always equivocal in raising their concern about the nation.
Such attitude is bad, the people should be straight forward by pointing out weaknesses and giving solution instead of pointing out weaknesses and keeping quite. It gives bad impression as if you the writer consider yourself to be the most capable. If I can ask, who is stronger than Pagan Amuom in the south as far as the politics is concerned? Pagan is the right man to go to represent the south in the UN. Stop doubting his capability, you doubting Thomases. Daniel Juol Nkomngek, Sudan

We Cannot Rely on International Community to Solve Our Problems for Us Even so it is not a sin to have international community on our side, we must try our level best first before international community intervene in our issue. People of south Sudan must help international community beforehand by uniting under one umbrella in order for the United Nations to have very constructive reason to be on our side.

International Community does not only help southern Sudanese; it is there for all the people living in our universe including the Jallaba or Arabs that we are fighting with. Therefore, Jallaba can also call upon the international community [IC] to intervene in favor of their side. Let us not be narrow-minded here by thinking that international community can only be on our side. We are dead wrong on that.

Many writers have resorted on calling to international community [IC] to rescue us, why not ourselves? For how long will we rely on international community? We are very strong nation and have wide range of educated, uneducated who are capable of solving our differences. Let international community be not our power, we must build one for ourselves.

The key to securing our self– determination or independent south Sudan nation is us adhering together after that the whole wide world, which is the international community, will see for itself our unity and it will certainly side with us knowing that we are up for the right cause.

For us crying help to the international community [IC] while we are the ones that are putting in places the means of destroying self–determination by not uniting is very lame reason to give to the IC. I suggest that before we demand IC intervening, we must first unite under one sensible cause. Then we can call upon the IC to see what we’re doing in a logical manner. Maweer Pan, USA

Vote Unity and be slaves forever I'm hereby giving my view to all southern Sudanese that those who want to vote for unity of the country is up to them, but may not lead the rest of southerners. You need to think twice on unity of Sudan. It is good to vote for unity and bad to be called second class citizens and let southerners know it well that it is now the third time for them to be given chance. Once you loose, my dear southerners, you will call yourselves slaves forever and ever. Lasu Morris, South Sudan

Be wise in Referendum vote It took 21 years to achieve CPA; I therefore, cajole my follow Southern Sudanese to cast their vote wisely during the coming referendum. Don't let just 2-minute-vote during referendum take us to years of suffering because of the current situation that can be corrected. Don't forget the past because of the current situation. Think wise and make a wise decision Southern Sudan is yours. By Thon Ngor, South Sudan

Last chance to vote for freedom It's true that the referendum is coming up but the question still remains: are we, southerners (junubeen) ready to work together as a team without favoritism by making sure we give possession to the right people? Those who are educated can speak up and explain or rise our concerns to the rest of the word for better support and also make sure we have enough security to secure our states. We need to take a good look at that and then take this last chance to vote for our freedom Gasid Smbaido, USA

To All Ngok elders, leaders and Politicians. Community Mediator would be the best way to Mediate Athor Deng Dut case. Traditionally, I can see this way would  help the loss of lives and not continuing War that could spread the problem into many communities. In Twic, there was the same problem like this between Kiir and Mathok but was solved locally, and there were many lives lost in that war. Why this case can not be done traditionally?
Letting stay without solving it, is not very good sign.
I was thinking if all Ngok community leaders and politicians come together; talk to the Government of Upper Nile and Jonglei State,  
after consolidation from Ngok, Rut, Thoi, Luac, Padang and Paweny. Not only Athor case, our local issues can be talked into it too.

Government is popular when there are people behind it; there is no Government without people and people without Government.
This is a good time now when it calms down to talk to Gier Chuang, Athor Deng and GOSS to stop their violence. Gieth Chol Deng, Canada

Dr. Luka Biong's habitual misinformation The meeting between the FVP and GOSS president and the Southern Generals which was coordinated by Dr. Riek Gai, an elected MP was lauded by all and it is an indication that Southerners know what they fought for no matter where they are. After the meeting at the residence of the FVP, it was described as fruitful and constructive by both sides. However, on SSTV, Luka Biong who is notorious for giving wrong pieces of advice, referred to these Generals as militias. This is a very dangerous statement by this leading figure. May I assure Mr. Luka that these Generals were integrated in SAF and commissioned with the ranks and files of the SAF just like Gen. Kiir after AAA with ID numbers and this is as per the CPA. Gordon Kong was an alternate member of the PMHC of the SPLM/A and one the competent officers assigned to command a zone in one of the axis. He came to Khartoum as a result of KPA on which the CPA was just a complementary. I'd like Mr. Luka to always put things right even when it does not please his Boss. Peter Pal, Sudan

President Kiir has done his part effectively Whether you support the President of the Government of Southern Sudan, Salva Kiir Mayardit or not, whether you have voted for him in the recent elections or not, whether you agree with him or not, one thing for sure shall be recorded in favor of our President Salva Kiir in the contemporary history of this country. No one shall doubt the fact that President Kiir has successfully managed to unite the people of Southern Sudan effectively since his inauguration as the President of the Government of Southern Sudan in 2005. This is a great achievement that the history and the people of Southern Sudan shall permanently adhere to Salva Kiir.  

Unity of the people of Southern Sudan is more important than any other priority that you may think of in this crucial time of our struggle. President Kiir has successfully done that.

Whether the rest of issues are going smoothly or not, it is the responsibility of all of us to answer. It is the responsibility of each of us at our different capacities to do what is required. This is our collective responsibility; it is not the responsibility of President Kiir to monitor all of us on daily basis. It is simply impossible for him to do that.  

If the Government of Southern Sudan is failing in delivering basic services to the people of Southern Sudan at the grassroots then all of us should be made accountable for that because each and everyone of us has a role to play in making the service delivery a reality on the ground. The Director General who is not keen in following up his/her duties as per the mandate is solely responsible for that and s/he should be blamed for that.

Many of us are quick to blame the leadership at the top when we are not really doing what is required of us effectively at our different level. The success will only come if each and everyone of us accept and execute his/her duties sincerely and to the best of his/her abilities. This is not difficult if we accept the fact that we are duty bound to work for our nation regardless of where and which position we occupy in the government. Dr. Thuou Loi Cingoth, South Sudan

Mr. James Hoth Is SPLA Lt. General of SPLM and Salva Kiir  Only: No, don't thank the SPLA Lt. General and Chief of General Staff, Mr. James Hoth Mai because he spoiled his good reconciliatory speech with the conclusion he made at the end to pay allegiance to Mr. Salva Kiir, promising to do what ever his boss shall orders him to do even if it is evil deed. This is exactly how the dictators are created in history, especially when army generals under General Chiefs of Staff like James Hoth Mai pay godly allegiance to bad leaders. Look at this unfortunate statement Mr. Mai concluded his speech with: "Comrade C-IN-C we congratulate you and all the SPLM candidates for your overwhelming victory during April general election; and we are very proud of you and always be at your disposal and ready to sacrifice more lives should any situation dictate."(16 May, 2010). This is a sure indication that the SPLA is not an army of Southern Sudan for all Southern Sudanese and their other political parties. With what Mr. Mai has confirmed, the SPLA  has become an army of SPLM leaders and members only rather than the army of South Sudan. God have mercy on Southerners who do not belong to SPLM and are not friends or relatives of Mr. Salva Kiir and Mr. James Hoth Mai. However one time in near future, and with the help of George Athor, Gatlwak Gai, David Yauyau, Dau Aturbong, Alfred Gore and other emerging liberators of the oppressed Southerners by the SPLM/A, these unprotected Southerners shall have the right army to shelter them, their properties and other valuables! It is becoming clear that the referendum SPLM leaders are trying to champion by default shall not lead to independence of South Sudan but Federation or Confederation or New War. In truth shall we always trust and nothing else but the truth. Dr. James Okuk.

Just an Idea on the Hunger Crisis in South Sudan WARRAP, Sudan (Reuters) MAY 28– Adeem Thony is a widow with six children and no way to feed them, one of millions suffering from hunger in South Sudan. "My husband died three years ago during the cattle raids," she said in her native Dinka language as her bony limbed nine-month old baby sucked listlessly at her breast, unsatisfied as Thony herself hadn't eaten yet that day. Thony and her family are victims of a major humanitarian crisis in south Sudan, a semi-autonomous region where half of the population of 8 million is short of food. Corruption, mismanagement and a massive salary commitment to keep a rebel army employed and trained has diverted much needed development money. UN Rep. Holmes was met with requests from the local population for more food, more water sources, and even a mobile network. "We need to do more to encourage development particularly agriculture...so people can be self sufficient and don't need food aid. Resolution: Since Pres. Kiir's Warrap cronies are the many millionaires just hanging in Juba and Uganda, why not tell them to instead take their monies back home and 'liberate those widows and kids.': The land of Juba doesn't need your monies, Mr. Kiir and company. SSN Editor

Referendum campaign should start now The GOSS under president Salva Kiir Mayardit with his ministers need to spend much time telling South Sudanese about the referendum before the due date. Since we all know that the outcome of the referendum is inconvertible in the South, then I thought that it would be valuable for our leaders to start enlightening the Southerners why referendum is important. I am indeed curious because most of our South's population are illiterate. They want thorough education especially verbal conversation from the government/SPLM. Some of them know cattle benefits more than the outcome of the referendum. Therefore, we South Sudanese need serious preparation before referendum. According to the Fraud's theory of the Psyche, the repression brings depression, whereas expression is in fact liberating. Apparently, we should not oppress ourselves by not creating an awareness to those who know less about the referendum. It would be a great idea for the GOSS to create the campaigning team so that the team can spread information to the South Sudanese about the referendum and its consequences. The team needs inclusive leaders starting from the lower level to the top. The chiefs, commissioners, and youth leaders so that they can carry out the referendum exercise as well because they have strong influence in the society.
Separation must be the choice of my people if they prefer freedom. This must be the motto of the GOSS to its citizens. The president of South Sudan should formed the team before December so that they can disclose the importance of referendum to the South Sudanese. The best outcome could not be assumed to be the best unless we acted on it. 
Certainly, the GOSS need to posit their eyes on those South Sudanese who are aiming for the destabilization of our referendum because it's a difficult task. Bol D. Bol, US.

 The oath of condemnation for South Sudan Mr. President, Warrap State has suffered for long due to lack of basic service to citizens and that is due to tribalism and racism that have been practice by so-called Ministers, Commissioners and people closed to you like Acuil Akoc who is allegedly a corrupt leader Warrap has ever made. For sure the newly elected Governor is going to re-appoint him as Minister or Commissioner, what is this on earth? Five years has passed without any progress seen in some ministers' expected mismanagement and embezzlement of  funds and resources. People have elected you into this position you are in now.
But your problem is weakness in taking right decision at the right time, the same faces are coming back again; if you do so you have violated the will and cry of people of South Sudan about these corrupt leaders.
Finally, I expected you to appoint these honorable members we have elected to represent us in the SSLA, so could select and appoint ministers  free from corruption and not these Ministers who refused to stand for election or failed election to cabinet office. Shame on you if do that after the trust we have given you. Deng John, Sudan

Give Athor what he wants General George Athor prodigality (although others decided to name it rebellion) has become a topic of discussion among southern population especially those who called themselves politicians. It is in fact disgusting to hear some southerners parroting the same tune of the real culprits. Nowadays, the common judgment passed on Athor is that he is a criminal and rebel, he should wait after referendum or go to court as Gen, Alfred Lodu Gore did. But no one dares to ask, what is the cause of his prodigality? Who has the legal right to impose party's loyalist to the southern masses? Or who has the right to rig the elections and go free and above all arresting the victims of election but also tuning to the politics of blaming the victims? I wish that south Sudan will not become another copy of old Sudan, where the citizens sides with the ruling party or whoever is strong, they are with him. Otherwise we shall have a castrated citizenry in a future independent southern Sudan nation, if at all there will be a transparent and fair referendum in the south in 2011 as it's been schedule in the CPA. I'm so pessimistic about the conducting of referendum on time and it's result.

Today during inauguration speech of president Omar Hassan Ahmed Albashir, there was no more emphasis on the issue of referendum and working hard to ensure the unity of the country as before during election campaign. So i begin to guess that there are under table tricks taking place between the two so-called ruling parties.

Hence I'm demanding president Kiir to bring George Athor home without using military means as some of his kitchen cabinet called for but rather through negotiations. If he demands for one of the key ministries let him be granted, if that can secure him back home and finish the work that he have sacrificed half of his life on it.

Secondly, Kiir has to schedule real not faltering dialogue with all the southern political parties and also the SPLM independent candidates especially Alfred Lodu, Angelina Teng, George Athor, Joseph Bokosoro and many others. Stephen Pitya, Khartoum

New productive government in south needed Southern Sudan is approaching towards the last minutes of united Sudan and heading towards independent country. A new state without proper foundation, southern Sudan is having a lot of files that need to be resolved in order for it to emerge as a nation that is able to survive and protect it's territorial sovereignty. There are issues such as security, food security, law enforcement, professionalization of government institutions, health services, political dialogue among southern political parties in order to pave way for political inclusiveness and tolerance. Above all, recognition of all the tribes in southern Sudan and their equality or equity before their government, and the list goes on. We were expecting to see new faces during the election results that are capable to give us new hope that we lost in the last five years wasted in corruption and tribalism. But to our frustration, we are forced to swallow the same corrupt individuals for another five years more. We are going to hear more rhetoric such as zero tolerance to corruption, security is our first priority and many others that are baseless and valueless. It's good for political consumption. If Kiir is sincere to his inauguration speech, let him show it in his new cabinet formation, we want new faces, young men who are productive rather than to fill-up the ministries with bunches of old and out-dated people who kept on messing things here and there. Mr. President, we want a strong state, not another Somalia or Iraq in the heart of Africa that is found on tribalism and corruption. Stephen Pitya, Khartoum

Lack of political will in south It is abundantly clear that south Sudan is lacking of political will. That is why south Sudan is justly blemished for the number of outstanding and imperative policy documents. However, we need to recognize that the lack of political will is a disease. In my view, the absence of the political will to do what is both accurate and essential is as the symptom does to the mental illness. To understand and cure this problem, it requires that South Sudan legislative Assembly (SSLA) must urgently come up with ways to heal this disease prior to the referendum so that the social health of our nation and its products can be save. South Sudan’s health problem, therefore, lies inside the South Sudan Legislative Assembly (SSLA) itself, in as much as it seems to lie in the (SSLA) which is the moral fiber of our government, perhaps, it is most appropriate to ask (SSLA) to address this serious matter. Now, what exactly is this lack of political will?  It is a leader's denial or not able take responsibility for his or her society

But why is the south Sudan leader irresponsible? What assistances have been made to this constant irresponsibility by the nature of south Sudan? By its state of mind, ruling passions, and by its misconceptions about crucial aspects of economic development? Let me comment on some of these. First of all, south Sudan right now is like a cow with two heads, two in front and two behind, with each head dragging in the contrary direction from the other. Noticeably, for any two-headed cow to move correctly, one of its two heads must be destroyed. Now, since neither of these two heads on the south Sudan cow is suitable for our national survival, there is a necessity to cut off, not one, but both heads, and insert on a new head, a single head that is zealous for production, that is instructed with producer values. Moreover, two of the dominant values of the south Sudan elite today are tribalism and corruption. It is vital to understand tribalism will induce nothing but more harm to our nation.
 

1) Any south Sudan official who promotes total social disorder is a stumpy official and must be dealt with accordingly.
2) Any south Sudan official who robs his or her own nation and hoards the loot abroad in the vaults of its notable enemies is a Robber.
3) Any south Sudan official who signs fake foreign contracts to loot his or her own country is a treasonous official.
4)  Any south Sudan official whose policies promote brain drain and resource drain from his or her country is an official who is bleeding death to the people.
5) Any south Sudan official whose members take responsibility only for his own tribe, and show no collective responsibility for the compound or street or village in which they live, is foolish official, regardless of the brightness and wisdom of its individual members.
 

In conclusion, any south Sudan official with any one of these characteristics is unfit to rule; and south Sudan official with all five is toxic. I suppose this proof will support the decision that south Sudan’s elite has degenerated to the point where its behavior is dominated by all five characteristics. Mind you, the quest is not for an official like Christ, but for an official of patriots who put the national interest of our country first. We need a leader whose aim is to build a strong nation of south Sudan, instead of one whose prime aspiration is to turn south Sudan, into rebel crowd of grand consumers. Chuol D, USA

Dinka generals represent on SSTV? It has become a new dawn today in the history of Southern Sudan five years after the agreement. The inauguration of the newly elected parliament was wonderful and heartbreaking to the extent that one takes a moment to remember the heroes and heroines who fell on their foreheads during the war. The other thing I would want to comment on is the fact that some days before the commemoration of the 27th anniversary of the SPLA, the SSTV in collaboration with the department of the SPLA PMO was only hosting the Dinka Generals to talk about the hardships and the operation campaigns with Arabs. This to me means that the Dinkas in the army wanted to deceive the Southerners that the war was fought by them. The innocent people of Southern Sudan must know that the only people who shed much blood were the Nuers and mainly the educated. The first battle was fought at Malual Gahoth and was indeed commanded by Cdr. William Nyuon. This was not mentioned by neither of the Dinka Generals. They talked of the operations led by Salva and Kerubino plus some of their commanders. I was also expecting the generals to mention that two GOS planes were brought down by William Nyuon.Col. Alak should have invited some Nuer commanders because some of them are alive and in active services. Next time let the Nuer or Equatorians to contribute. Peter Pal, Sudan
 

Strict freedom for south journalists Excellent job to the caretaker Minister of Information and GoSS as whole, by taking a serious step to warn UNMIS based radio Miraya FM and Bakhita for airing out unwarranted news, that shows that local agents have a certain perimeter and once they surpass their mandate then they need to be informed of their limit, that is a lesson that need to be learned.

The exercise of one's freedom should not be allowed to knock other people's nose, GoSS should not allow matters flow as others wish but as the people of Southern Sudan wishes which is their duty as civil servants. I know that Miraya FM is based in Khartoum and should not allow herself to be under the influences, or to please Khartoum, we shall not accept that as Southern citizens. It is a red line because we have a spotlight, thou we know that Miraya FM has helped a lot in creating employment for the Southern youth, it has provided a quick news circulation within Sudan and South Sudan in particular, we know that it has also helped in providing programs that include CPA protocols sessions. That is irrefutable fact but that should not give it a mandate to report as they wish, information system has it limits.

GoSS should not only warn Miraya FM and Bhakita radio but should also look further than that, there are many programs that are working day and night to make sure the referendum collapse. For example, the owners of the other programs like internet sites, newspapers, etc, that report matters that exacerbate conflicts and does not promote peace should be shown their boundaries, because the freedom we are claiming now has not yet come in to our hand and therefore we need to be careful on how to achieve this freedom  (the independence of South Sudan).

Our local journalists should learn how to present our country-to-be in a good shape so that it attracts for her recognition by other countries in the near future, because they will too be marginalized if South Sudan failed to achieve her independence because of their misrepresentation. I wish journalists more freedom with strict instructions. Daniel Wuor Thonker, Egypt

Election criminals must be charged first Today we are saying that south Sudan is in jeopardy simply because of the recent military uprising and confrontations in Jonglei state. And every informed south Sudanese knows that the election results are all the source of the problem. But the very big question is, why did the election result itself provoke those kinds of reactions? Why are some people not satisfied with the election results? The answer is simply because a former rebel has quickly forgotten why he rebelled some years back. There had been a long series of violations of the south Sudanese laws and Athor case is that of a person who is refusing to watch bad things happening as he stands by. The chaos in the south are all attributed to those groups that showed no any respect to the south Sudanese people by manipulating election results in the broad day light against the will of the voters. These are the sick GREEDY and uncivilized people that have tarnished the credibility of our state and the course of our struggle for justice, equality and freedom. Is this action not a terrible crime in a state? Before thinking of bringing George Athor to Book, the election criminals must first be charged if the state is to have a brighter future. A concerned South Sudanese.

Giving Incentives will not make unity attractive, Dear Egypt As I was browsing online through our beloved paper Ajras Alhurriya, I came across an article where the paper quoted the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Arab Republic of Egypt saying that giving incentives to Southern Sudan before referendum is crucial to make unity attractive. Please check Ajras Alhurriya online and you will get that article. Go to www.ajrasalhurriya.net, scan through and you will read this insult from the person in charge of the diplomatic affairs of a country expected to play roles in this continent.  

Giving incentives to Southern Sudan before referendum to make unity attractive as proposed by H.E the minster of foreign affairs of Egypt to me is an insult that should not be left unchallenged. The leadership in the Government of Southern Sudan must ask the minister of foreign affairs to apologize to the people of Southern Sudan. Even if some Southern Sudanese have wrongly decided to take refuge in Egypt, Southern Sudanese are proud and mature enough to decide what is good for them without getting incentives from anyone.

The people of Egypt in general and the minister of foreign affairs in particular must read the history of the struggle of the people of Southern Sudan correctly. Southern Sudan is rich enough to be given incentives by anybody including Egypt and the minister of foreign affairs even if he believes that he has got all the money of the world. The Nile passes through Southern Sudan before flowing to Egypt. Most of the oil produced in Sudan is in the soil of Southern Sudan. We are rich enough to be cheated with Chocolate dear Egypt.

The people of Southern Sudan will decide their own fate in 2011 based on the historical facts in this country. It will not be based on some incentives given to them using resources which were originally stolen from Southern Sudan. The minister of foreign affairs of Egypt should work hard to convince the NCP that racial or religious discrimination is the not best way forward especially in the complicated country like Sudan.  H.E should work hard to convince NCP that true democratic transformation is the best remedy in this country. Kids are the only being that may be cheated using some incentives sometime. Even kids could not be cheated all the time my dear friend. Let Egypt take its incentives somewhere else, but not to Southern Sudan. Dr. Thuou Loi Cingoth, Sudan

Athor against the system not the SPLM/A visions. The SPLM under Salva Kiir is corrupted by his own people from Warrap. This is why Gen. Athor is to be brought to justice while those who're supposed to have been brought to justice are from Warrap state and including Taban Deng Gai from Unity state. These are ringleaders deployed by Kiir Mayardit to be a safe heaven him later on when he retires. Athor is against the system not about governorship, the system which is robbing the votes like property. A system which defends the legacy of individualism not about the people of southern Sudan. I support resistance against the system of Kiir of Warrap. Padang son, Sudan

Dinka Padang first to cause disunity It is the Dinka Padang-community, who're the first to have resorted to creation of disunity spirit and disharmony relationship among Southern Sudanese tribes, especially in the Upper Nile State-Malakal area. That was the time when the Dinka Padang community, in the Upper Nile State first started to conspire against the Shilluk community and their ancestral lands, in 2008-2009.The Dinka Padang of Upper Nile and Jongelie State, were secretly advocating, lobbying and planning  to confiscate and grab Shilluk's ancestral Lands. And those Dinka Ngok/Padang conspiracy led to the massacring of innocent unarmed Shilluks civilians, at Ankadair and Abanimum Shilluk areas respectively. This was in front of Al-Bashir, Salva Kiir, and Dr. Riek Machar, all respectively present at the scene of this tribal fight that was instigated and incited by the Dinkas of Padang, especially the Ngok of Abwong and Akok,45 kilometers east of Malakal Shilluk's county. So you must you must blame George Athor alone, because his unruly behavior is actually a reflection of the typical aggressive and the unruly general behavior of the whole Dinka Pandang community of Upper Nile State and the Jonglei. Peter Karlo ,USA

Gen.George Athor must be handled with care.The release by the SPLA spokesman that he would be crushed militarily is a lie.Athor is one the fiercest field commander who can't easily be caught. I'd only call upon the President of GOSS to take the course of peaceful approach in dealing with him. Look,Gens. Bol Kong and Ayuen Alier tried to use force but he repulsed them. Kuol Manyang said he wanted Athor to either be caught alive or dead. That's laughable and mere morale support. My advice to Comrade Salva is that don't listen to wrong advice and leave George out of the next cabinet. He helped in the realization of the peace we're now enjoying. He's still helpful and will continue to be in the ranks and files of the SPLA especially after the post-referendum era. Peter Pal, Sudan

Makuei has right to reject dialogue Chol, I doubt you know what you're talking about other than being Athor supporter and critic of Gen. Kuol and Justice Makuei. You questioned Makuei's right to rejection the dialogue.
If you've the right to write as a Sudanese, then Makuei has right to express his opinion. He was asked by the media what he thinks and he should tell the truth or what he prefers in that situation. Why question him?
I do not even want to ask you about Kuol now; I will give time to reset your mind and think about what you wrote and how you presented it. Michael Kuol, Sudan

SPLM Chapter urges peaceful negotiation with Athor The SPLM Calgary Chapter called an emergency meeting on May 9, 2010 regarding the catastrophic, and dubious decision taken by former independence candidate for Governorship and former Deputy Chief of Staff, Major General George Athor Deng who bloodshed the life of innocent citizens of South Sudan in Doleib, Pigi county in Northern Jonglei State. The aimed of the meeting was to ask the opinion of Southern Sudanese concern citizens about the clashes that happened in Doleib between Gen. Athor’s and SPLA forces which caused the lives of civilians of Southern Sudan. The SPLM members and Southern Sudanese citizens vigorously condemn the action taken by Gen. George Athor Deng while the southern Sudanese citizens are awaiting the upcoming referendum in 2011.

We would also like to urge Gen. George Athor very strongly not to repeat what had happened in two weeks ago. We all knew that you were one of the military influential figures of the SPLA/M during the liberation struggle, more committed and loyal to SPLA/M system, but now we wanted you not to obliterate your wonderful legacy by killing your own citizens and fellow Comrades whom you had previously scarified your life to rescue them from Arab domination. They offered their precious live voluntarily during the movement for the name of our mother land, human rights and freedom to all marginalized people of Sudan.

Sudanese citizens in Canada would appreciate your understanding and well thought with respect to lives of South Sudanese citizens before further causalities.  We strongly urged you to cooperate and respect any peaceful resolution offer by the GoSS and SPLM leadership because  losing election cannot be resolved through military means which may jeopardize the main objectives of the SPLA/M that based on justice, peace, equality, unity and free will in which we had been fighting for more than two decades. Mr. General George Athor Deng, we want you be more vigilant, realistic and caution that the enemy of peace always seeking for opportunity to destabilize the CPA. We are hereafter to assure you that it would be unwise decision to destruct this wonderful destiny that caused the life of more than 2.5 million citizens of South Sudan in a last minute.

Yes for Peace, No for War, SPLM National Second Convention’s Motto,  

President Kiir Mayardit,

  We the SPLM members and Sudanese community elders in Calgary realized that General Deng rebelled against the GoSS. We knew that GoSS has a military capability to capture one General with no resistance, but we the SPLM members and Sudanese elders in Calgary are requesting the GoSS to sustain peace through negotiation table whereby the third parties particularly the Sudan peace partners like IGAD, African Union, Church leaders, and Padang Community elders would be given a chance to mediate peace before military retaliation. We really appealed to GoSS and SPLM leadership to forgive General Deng since continuation of this conflict will claim more lives of our civilians and soldiers while we all want them to enjoy peace dividend. Your Excellency, we the Southern Sudanese citizens in Calgary are kindly requesting the government of southern Sudan, under your leadership to exhaust all necessary mechanisms with consideration of the following resolutions:

First and foremost, prolonging this internal conflict, would caused insecurity and instability which will hidden the preparation of the imminent referendum in 2011 whereby people of South Sudan would determine their future either to retain unity of Sudan or opt for South Sudan separate government as one of the cornerstones of liberation struggle.

Secondly, turning guns against citizens is completely irrelevant because we will lose innocent lives of our people at this juncture and it will undermine ultimate roles of the SPLA army while their main function is to defend South Sudan and to maintain the CPA.

Thirdly, our partner is very serious advocating false allegation to international community that we people of south Sudan are incapable of running our own affairs and warns the international community to refrain from supporting secession of South Sudan. We the SPLM Calgary and other Sudanese elders want the SPLM leadership and the government of southern Sudan to prove them wrong this time and alert the people in the world that we the Southerners are more than capable to govern ourselves by maintaining lasting peace in South Sudan.

Almighty God will rest the souls of SPLA soldiers who lost their lives in peace and keep the liberation struggle continue. (Signed): Stephen Yang Chuol Luak, SPLM Chairperson, Calgary, Canada

Peaceful solution for Gen. Athor I am so impressed with how you precisely covered the situation in Southern Sudan so clearly. A situation like this would have been handled in a peaceful means if the government of Southern Sudan did not act with force. This incident should have been treated as minor and prescribed an ongoing investigation to how this situation occurred. This situation is soon going to go out of hand if not given a careful consideration. I suggest the government of Southern Sudan refrained from using force at this time for the sake of containing the fire and finding a solution gradually with no rush. Believe it or not, General Athor will gain support from civilians and those who are not supporting the separation of the South from North and derail the referendum process if not considered a peaceful resolution by the government of South Sudan. The thing I hate the most is that anything that happens from military itself ends up destroying the civilian's lives. To protect the lives of innocent civilians, the government of South Sudan needs to find a meaningful way to handle this situation without more lives to lose. Thanks John Kuek, USA

Athor one of you - Dear Dinka Community I was Born In Lou Nuer and my advice to you is about George Athor. I think George Athor is one of your eyes in Dinka Community. I know his heart is Dinka.
Very well, about 10 years ago, we tried to capture him, but we failed. If you chased your brother, okay, that is good. Thank you very much if you get my message. Most of you do not know me. In 1997 I was in Wonadol, I think Commander Malual Majiok knows me. Lam Bol Nhial, Canada

Kiir must apologize and form new admin, That is it, people must do the same to face the truest not to hide behind the table of Kiir because he is in power. Kiir must apologize to the whole southern Sudan people. And come out with new administration, know the right of humanity in south Sudan especially for the coming month if we want to build a new democratic South Sudan. I know and the whole south Sudan people know that Kiir is the most corruption administration.
 Therefore, I request Kiir to form a multi-party administration to include the entire south Sudan and apologize in front of people about the previous administration. Abulevi Victor, Sudan

SPLM bad faith and selfishness First of all, I would to convey my thanks and gratitude & appreciation to our brother, Chan Chual, for his courageous way. I believe this is how we can solve our problems as southern Sudanese. I want to assure that, what happened during the election in south is shameful & unacceptable, it was a big mistake committed by the leadership of SPLM. bad faith + weakness + selfishness + hatred among the leadership in south, especially SPLM will lead to disaster. So we must respect each other and give everybody his rights without segregation. All the southerners contributed in the struggle & no body is better than the other, so let's respect each other and those who created these situations should apologize to southern Sudanese people. David Laku Darius, Libya

Freedom Fighters Seemed to be left in LIMBO: During the long struggle freedom fighters who would survive the war were promised milk & honey. Martyrs were also to be valued $ their families to be cared for. Unfortunately, all those promises are now forgotten, leave alone being met. Moreover, no services to people. What really did we fight for, to enrich Garang, Kiir, Wani, Riek & Gier's families? They are getting richer day by day & the poor masses are without services & getting poorer day by day. The trend is showing continuously. Oh! God, it is all up with us, sacrifices have turned to curses. Save us, Oh! God, for no one is showing any compassion to us, we only see wolves widening their mouths to swallow us each day. M.M.Makoi Macuoc, Sudan