Kuyok Abol Kuyok

A group of women walk along a dyke protecting Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs), and their host community, from further flooding in Bentiu, South Sudan, 2023. Climate change has divided South Sudan into land that is experiencing flood or drought.

Even in the poorest nations, universities play a vital role in the SDGs

Conflict, the climate crisis and poor infrastructure and funding mean pursuing the SDGs is a major challenge for South Sudan. But universities are still playing a positive role, especially when it comes to community engagement, say Kuyok Abol Kuyok and Tristan McCowan

By Kuyok Abol Kuyok

6 June

Sudan’s conflict is exacerbating the strain on South Sudanese universities

It is proving difficult to accommodate even the fraction of South Sudanese students who have already made it back home, says Kuyok Abol Kuyok

By Kuyok Abol Kuyok

25 July

Sudan’s conflict will have far-reaching effects on African higher education

Infrastructure might be repaired, but the loss of historical artefacts and Sudan’s reputation for safety are irreparable, says Kuyok Abol Kuyok

By Kuyok Abol Kuyok

19 June

A small element beneath a large elephant

Will the success of South Sudan’s top university hurt the others?

The University of Juba has emerged strong from decades of turmoil, topped by a pandemic. But other institutions are suffering, says Kuyok Abol Kuyok

By Kuyok Abol Kuyok

19 June

Chinese flag with rice in shape of Africa

China is becoming African students’ destination du jour

The high cost and visa complexity associated with Western higher education is driving a mushrooming number of African students east, says Kuyok Abol Kuyok

By Kuyok Abol Kuyok

9 August

South Sudan’s overseas students caught between a rock and a hard place

Stranded abroad, South Sudan’s international students need help, writes Kuyok Abol Kuyok

By Kuyok Abol Kuyok

23 April

South Sudan’s universities are reaping the benefits of Western influence

South Sudan may be racked by famine, civil war and corruption, but the probity and effectiveness of its largely Western-educated vice-chancellors are providing the rest of the public sector with considerable food for thought, says Kuyok Abol Kuyok

By Kuyok Abol Kuyok

16 March