In this episode of the Spark It Podcast, we break down the high-profile trial of South Sudan’s First Vice President, Dr. Riek Machar Teny Dhurgon. Political analyst Emmanuel Taban explains the 2025 Nasir clashes, alleged links to the White Army, charges against Machar (treason, murder, crimes against humanity), and why a special court and media access matter. We unpack the constitutional confusion between the Transitional Constitution of South Sudan (2011) and the 2018 Revitalized Agreement for Resolution of Conflict in South Sudan (R-ARCSS). We also debate immunity claims, ask whether this is about justice or politics, and explore what this trial means for peace, elections, and judicial independence, as well as how citizens can engage responsibly.

In this episode of The Spark It Podcast, Clara Joan Mullai, a women's advocate, shares her life story as a girl from South Sudan who fought to stay in school. Clara speaks about early marriage, dowry norms, period poverty, and weak school systems, and her pastor father, who protected her from early marriage and championed her education. We discuss parental support, pads and basics, mentorship, and programs like Girls Education South Sudan (GESS), as well as her mantra of resilience, hope, and hard work. Listen to hear how educating girls can transform families and empower entire communities.

In this Spark It Podcast episode, KK Rap Soldiers from Koboko share raw truths about Uganda’s music scene, self-presentation, unity, and the importance of demanding fair pay from promoters. They hustle beyond the stage (boda boda) to fund better studios, visuals, and an EP. The crew salutes Homeboy Juston’s organizing, urges artists to negotiate together, and teases their hit “Painkiller,” with a video coming. They envision a homegrown label and studio to mentor talent, elevate West Nile hip-hop, and reach international stages. Expect lessons on resilience, friendship, and diversification, plus a call to support local artists and build a sustainable music culture.