South Sudan at 15: Independence, Struggle, and a Fragile Hope

A brave, bold, but battered country marked 15 years of existence last week, South Sudan. Its many challenges are staggering, but it’s also a country whose predominantly younger generation have hope for a future free from conflict, food shortage and displacement, and in which young voices of today help pave the way for establishing regular elections, political cooperation and the rule of law. Join us as we dive into the state of the world’s youngest country as it reaches its 15th anniversary, and see where our intentions and prayers may be most needed.

Intentions and prayers start at 20 minutes 46 seconds.

Suggested Intention Focus for this week

This week, as we reflect on the challenges and opportunities facing South Sudan as it marks 15 years of independence, we suggest holding as our main intention:

We will that all South Sudanese people will be moved to unite in meeting the challenges they are facing and recognize the prospects for moving forward in peace.

Please join us in holding this.

Chapter markers:

00:00:00            Introduction

00:00:59            South Sudan’s Independence Story

00:06:01            Achievements Since Independence

00:09:26            Conflict Returns

00:10:35            Current Challenges