Critical census in jeopardy in southern Sudan

The video discusses the journey of South Sudanese families returning home after being displaced by a 21-year civil war. Since a 2005 peace deal, aid agencies have been assisting with repatriation, including medical screenings. A surge in repatriation is driven by a nationwide census, crucial for a 2011 referendum on independence. However, the journey is fraught with risks, including attacks on convoys. Despite these challenges, many are drawn back by the emotional pull of home. Political issues threaten the census, but refugees continue their journey, uncertain of what awaits them.

What event in 2005 helped South Sudanese families begin their journey back home?

• A change in leadership

• A new government policy

• An international aid initiative

• A peace agreement

Why are South Sudanese families eager to return home in recent times?

• To participate in a nationwide census

• To escape harsh living conditions in Khartoum

• To find better job opportunities

• To reunite with family members

What are some of the risks faced by South Sudanese families on their journey home?

• Lack of food and water

• Attacks on convoys

• Language barriers

• Natural disasters

What motivates South Sudanese families to return home despite the risks?

• The chance to start a new business

• The promise of financial aid

• The call of home and cultural ties

• The opportunity for education

What political issue is threatening the census in South Sudan?

• Environmental concerns

• International sanctions

• Political disagreements

• Lack of funding