Outrage ignites in South Sudan as citizens protest delays in passport issuance, causing severe personal and financial repercussions. One mother’s harrowing tale of her child missing urgent surgery in Israel due to a passport delay tugs at heartstrings.
Students also suffer, missing out on scholarship opportunities due to the backlog. The Director-General admits the shortage of passport booklets is the root cause, urging patience from citizens.
Financial troubles plague the Immigration Department, with a history of delays linked to unpaid debts to a German printing company. The government’s ongoing disputes have left many South Sudanese in limbo, facing uncertainty and frustration.