VOICED : South Sudan attempts to strike gold

In South Sudan, many people, driven by hunger, have turned to gold mining as a means to improve their fortunes. Despite the challenges and the fact that gold is harder to find now, the activity remains a vital source of hope for many. The government, seeking to diversify from oil dependency, is looking to formalize the gold mining industry by issuing licenses. However, the lack of infrastructure and ongoing tensions with Sudan pose significant challenges to the country's economic growth.

What role does the government of South Sudan want to play in the gold mining sector?

In what ways do the people of South Sudan hope that gold mining will impact their future?