CLEAN : From hope to despair: South Sudan marks 10 troubled years

The transcript discusses the current tragic state of South Sudan, highlighting the shared sentiments of disappointment among South Sudanese and tempered expectations from outsiders. It emphasizes the hope for a better future through political unity. The peace deal's structure, with elections as the endpoint, is critiqued as potentially flawed, posing risks of reigniting civil war if elections become a showdown between warring parties.

What was the general sentiment among South Sudanese regarding their country's progress since independence?

• Indifference to political changes

• Optimism about rapid development

• Disappointment and shock

• Satisfaction with current progress

What is considered essential for South Sudan to have a more hopeful future?

• Increased foreign investment

• A strong political foundation and unity

• More natural resources

• Isolation from international affairs

What is a potential flaw in the current peace deal for South Sudan?

• Over-reliance on foreign aid

• Insufficient military presence

• Elections as the endpoint

• Lack of international support

What is the risk associated with the upcoming elections in South Sudan?

• They might be postponed indefinitely

• They could lead to a return to civil war

• They will be ignored by the international community

• They will result in economic collapse

What is the underlying logic of the current ceasefire in South Sudan?

• Withdrawal of international peacekeepers

• Power-sharing between main warring parties

• Establishment of a new government

• Complete disarmament of all parties