Commemorated the International Anti-Corruption Day in 2024

On 7th December 2024, Integrity South Sudan conducted a radio talk show on Advance Youth Radio 99.9FM to discuss the critical role of youth in combating corruption in South Sudan. The show aimed to raise awareness about the impact of corruption on young people, explore avenues for youth participation in anti-corruption efforts, and address the challenges faced by youth in this fight. Hosted by our dynamic chief executive director Mr. Luate Satimon Joel Guests youth: Chris Malek Deng, Nyanjok Aguto Deng and Isaac Laku Andrew. The youth discusses the following; Pressing Corruption Issues Facing Youth: Lack of knowledge and education on corruption, Limited understanding of anti-corruption laws, Poverty and economic hardship, Bribery and other forms of corruption, Lack of respect for the rule of law, Limited access to information and resources, Ignorance of legal rights and responsibilities, Marginalization and discrimination, Tribalism and nepotism. Impact of Corruption on Youth: Increased level of malpractices and unethical behavior, Limited access to quality education and scholarship opportunities (often favoring those connected to leadership), High unemployment rates, Lack of access to justice and fair legal processes, Poor health outcomes due to misappropriation of funds, Exploitation and abuse, particularly affecting young women. Youth Participation in Anti-Corruption Efforts: Raising awareness through campaigns, education, and community engagement, Encouraging a sense of duty and patriotism among young people, Exposing corruption through whistleblowing and reporting mechanisms, Active participation in political processes and governance, Demanding accountability and transparency from government officials, Participating in anti-corruption initiatives organized by civil society organizations, Utilizing creative expressions like music and art to convey anti-corruption messages, Advocacy and lobbying efforts to influence policy change, Establishing coalitions and networks with other youth groups and organizations, Challenges Faced by Youth: Fear of reprisal and intimidation, Lack of knowledge and understanding of anti-corruption mechanisms, Limited access to information and resources, Lack of support and encouragement from authorities. Quotation by Nyanjok Aguto Deng: "Knowledge is like a garden when it is not cultivated, it will not yield anything. So, if we want a corruption-free South Sudan, we must speak against it." Conclusion: The radio talk show provided a valuable platform for discussing the critical role of youth in combating corruption in South Sudan. It highlighted the pressing issues facing young people, explored avenues for active participation, and addressed the challenges faced in this fight. The show emphasized the importance of knowledge, awareness, and collective action in building a corruption-free future for South Sudan.