TEYA-Juba Elections: A political stimulus for South Sudan’s democratic revival and national reconciliation
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Emmanuel Sunday de John2
By Dr. Sunday de John, Nairobi, Kenya
Wednesday, 21 June 2023 (PW) — The Twic East Youth Association elections have arisen as a light of optimism, offering a paradigm-shifting example of civil behaviour that can steer South Sudan towards a more expedient future.
By exhibiting a superior level of decorum, unity, and amity, the Twic community and the youth under TEYA, particularly, have affirmed that a nation as entrapped in intractable challenges as South Sudan can bounce back from its present state and embrace democracy.
This outstanding success holds the possibility of abolishing tribalism, mending the broken national fabric, and reviving South Sudan as a strong and thriving country fastidiously embracing democracy and unity.
A bedrock of harmony and devotion must be established to institute a new era of serenity and unanimity in South Sudan. The elections of the Twic East Youth Association serve as a vivid demonstration of the power of peaceful political engagement, where interactions are not misconceived or misconstrued in the interest of conflict.
By engaging in civil debate and friendly competition, the Twic East Community and the conduct of TEYA members have exemplified that adversarial elections can be performed without acrimony. Taking up this approach across the nation can set the tone for a cohesive and comprehensive restoration from our current deep slumber.
In a nutshell, South Sudan’s progress has been thwarted by tribalism, deeply seated divisions among the communities and the apparent lack of devised means of extenuating widespread sophistry.
Nevertheless, the Twic community’s actions during their elections offer one of the templates for circumventing these barriers. By superseding tribal loyalties and putting emphasis on unity and friendliness, the Twic youth has manifested the potential to disassemble tribalism and construct national solidarity, more so on a solid foundation.
This powerful example should resound throughout South Sudan and stimulate citizens to prioritise shared objectives over tribal bonds and unnecessary vendettas.
The Twic East Youth Association elections represent a fundamental move towards mending the torn national fabric of South Sudan. By displaying decorum, reverence, and sagacity in their interactions, the TEYA members have demonstrated how dissimilarities can be tackled without fragmenting a society.
This serves as a roadmap for the entire nation that stresses conciliation, comprehension, and a shared outlook for development. Embracing these principles can allow South Sudan to heal its wounds and stand together as a resilient nation.
Democracy will be the driving force for South Sudan’s future prosperity. The Twic East Youth Association elections demonstrate that democratic principles can be maintained through courtesy and friendship. While hard words were expressed during the campaigns, none of the competing members bashed the other.
Through engaging in civil discourse, valuing the collective outcome, and setting aside individual differences, the Twic youth have exemplified the spirit of democracy. South Sudan can look to this model for direction, aspiring to form a solid democratic system that endorses broad involvement of the citizens, protects human rights, and guarantees that the opinion of each citizen is heard and appreciated.
To conclude, I would say that the Twic East Youth Association elections are heralded as a stimulant for South Sudan’s democratic revitalisation and national conciliation. The Twic society has exhibited an impressive demonstration of how a nation can revive and accept democracy through its outstanding behavior characterised by politeness, solidarity, and alliance.
By emulating their actions, South Sudan can break free from tribalism’s bonds, reconstruct its tattered national fabric, and collaborate to create a unified pathway towards advancement and opulence in all its spheres.
The strength of harmonious elections, the eradication of tribal cleavages, and the advancement of democracy can create a way for a more promising future, where South Sudan shines as a symbol of optimism and an illustration of the success of solidarity over trouble.
Till then, yours truly, Mr. Teetotaler!
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