Interview with Prof. Jok Madut Jok
Prof. Jok Madut Jok, a highly accomplished anthropologist, has extensive experience in academia and government. Currently a professor at Syracuse University in the U.S.A., he has also served in the Government of South Sudan. In an exclusive interview with Radio Tamazuj, he sheds light on the political situation in South Sudan.
Prof. Madut criticizes President Salva Kiir and the government for deceiving the public about the unlikelihood of holding elections while diverting attention away from critical issues like hunger and displacement. He expresses skepticism about the Tumaini Initiative in Kenya, questioning its potential success due to lack of inclusivity and genuine commitment from the government.
Regarding the extension of the transitional period in South Sudan, Prof. Madut doubts the government’s sincerity in implementing the 2018 peace agreement. He highlights the absence of tangible progress and the repeated extensions as evidence of insincerity.
When asked about solutions to address the extension of the government’s tenure and postponed elections, Prof. Madut laments the lack of viable options and emphasizes the urgent need for internal and international pressure to push for change, which is currently lacking.
In his analysis of the Tumaini Initiative, Prof. Madut expresses doubts about its effectiveness and criticizes the government’s resistance to comprehensive solutions that address fundamental governance issues in South Sudan. He advocates for a constitutional conference to address the root causes of conflict and underdevelopment in the country.
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