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Financial Struggles of South Sudanese Civil Servants

This chapter examines the ongoing financial crisis faced by civil servants in South Sudan, who have not received salaries for over a year due to disruptions caused by regional conflicts. It highlights the urgent need for economic diversification and discusses the implications of delayed payments on education and public services. The conversation underscores the systemic challenges, including corruption and bureaucratic hurdles, that exacerbate the situation for both workers and small business owners in the country.

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