The Future Ahead: War & Willingness to Live An interactive analysis of the crises facing South Sudan, based on the writing of Wur Deng Lueth.
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While critical, the author offers several proposals for saving the country. These ideas focus on foundational changes in vision, governance, and civic responsibility. The ultimate solution, he argues, “is up to all citizens of South Sudan.”
New Vision & Constitution
The author argues that the “only plan was separation from Sudan, but governing was another game.” He calls for people to “create a new vision for South Sudan’s future” and establish a “strong constitution that could save future struggles.” This requires a national goal beyond mere separation, one based on equality and shared purpose.
Education Reform
South Sudanese universities listed among the top universities in Africa.
The text describes an education system “in the emergency room.” A key solution is to put “the right people in charge” to design a system that meets today’s needs, as “education is obligatory for the nation’s advancement.”
The “Citizenship Form” Concept
A unique proposal to bridge the “awareness gap” is a form for every citizen. It’s designed to clarify mutual obligations between the individual and the state, fostering accountability and active citizenship.
CITIZEN & GOVERNMENT ASSESSMENT
Philosophical Context
The author’s analysis is framed by a deep, personal philosophy on human agency, belief, and the nature of existence. These ideas provide a unique lens for understanding the national crisis.
The Paradox of Peace
“Those who fear being in peace with others are the enemies of peace.”
Lueth suggests that conflict persists not just for political reasons, but from an internal fear of peace itself. Despite ancient messages of forgiveness, the world is “more dangerous than before,” creating a paradox between human advancement and our inability to secure peace.
The Nature of God & Belief
“God is not an independent entity but the energy that your belief and desire activate.”
He challenges traditional ideas, proposing that “God” is the energy of one’s own belief. This shifts responsibility for the state of the world—and South Sudan’s suffering—from a divine overseer to human beings themselves. The nation’s fate is a reflection of its people’s collective beliefs and desires.