Youth Leadership in Digital Safety
World Human Rights Day at the University of Juba turned into a rallying point for safer cyberspace. Students, technologists, and educators examined how South Sudan’s overwhelmingly young population can steer online culture toward respect, inclusion, and empowerment.
UN Women’s Call for Responsible Engagement
UN Women’s country representative Delphine Serumaga argued that digital literacy is now ‘urgent and essential’ for the under-30 majority. She urged students to reject abusive content and ‘call out’ misconduct, framing youth as the editors of tomorrow’s social narrative.
Telecom Sector Strengthens Online Defenses
MTN South Sudan chief executive Mapula Bodibe echoed the appeal. She warned that anonymity fuels impersonation and harassment, and announced tighter SIM verification alongside expanded training programmes that put young people in charge of recognising and reporting online threats.
Beyond Campaigns: Sustaining Human Rights Online
Speakers praised the visible rise of young male allies in campaigns against gender-based violence, noting that changing norms on screens will influence behaviour offline. Stakeholders called for work that continues well after the annual 16-day spotlight fades.
The consensus was clear: South Sudan’s digital transformation will hinge on the creativity, responsibility, and leadership of its youth. With the right skills, they can turn every handset into a human-rights amplifier.