"We the willing, led by the unknowing, are doing the impossible for the ungrateful. We have done so much, with so little, for so long, we are now qualified to do anything, with nothing" By Konstantin Josef Jireček, a Czech historian, diplomat and slavist.
Press statement: Greater Bor Community of the United States of America strongly condemns the attacks on civilians in Twi, Duk and Bor Counties of Jonglei State by the Murle criminals, December 17, 2016
December 23, 2016 (SSB) — On behalf of the people of Greater Bor Community in the United States of America, we strongly condemn the attacks on innocent civilians by the Murle criminals that took place in the last two weeks Twic, Duk and Bor Counties. Such attacks must end. We call on David Yau Yau and his affiliates to immediately cease these attacks on innocent women, children and elderly.
We extend our heartfelt condolences to our people and their families who have lost their loved ones. We call on local, state and national governments to ensure security for the vulnerable citizens. We also call on these governments to ensure immediate return of the abducted children and women and raided herds of cattle.
PaanLuel Wël – Founder and Editor-in-Chief of PaanLuel Wël Media
PaanLuel Wël is the founder and editor-in-chief of PaanLuel Wël Media Ltd, a prominent news and commentary platform dedicated to covering the news, history, culture, literature, and socio-political affairs of South Sudan and the world. Established in July 2011, the website was born out of PaanLuel Wël’s vision to create a space for free expression and constructive dialogue during a pivotal moment in South Sudan’s history.
Through PaanLuel Wël Media, he has cultivated a vibrant intellectual forum that features a diverse range of voices, from poets, authors, and academics to activists, commentators, and community columnists. The platform is rooted in the belief that an informed and engaged citizenry is essential to the project of nation-building and social transformation.
PaanLuel Wël is a passionate advocate for the power of media to educate, empower, and connect people across political, ethnic, and generational divides. He is committed to fostering a culture of dialogue, tolerance, and inclusivity and is deeply invested in mentoring the next generation of South Sudanese writers and journalists.