Sudan’s Silent Struggle: A Call for Global Eyes on Khartoum   In the shadow of global headlines dominated by crises in Ukraine and Gaza, the war in Sudan has been, shrouded in the veils of neglect. The clash between the Sudanese Armed Forces, led by Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces, under the command of Hemedti, which erupted on a fateful day during Ramadan in 2023, has been relegated to the middle and back pages of many news headlines as the world remains largely oblivious to the turmoil, as if Sudan’s struggle were a mere footnote in the grand narrative of international affairs.   While the plight of nations caught in geopolitical crossfires demands attention, it is crucial to question the selective nature of global focus. Sudan’s capital, Khartoum, and the beleaguered Darfur region have become battlegrounds, echoing with the cries of a population caught between rival factions within the military government. The streets, once filled w...

How to Escape the Prison of a Bad Marriage Marriage is a beautiful institution, designed by God to reflect His love and grace to the world. It is a covenant of mutual commitment, respect, and sacrifice, where two people become one flesh and share their lives together. Marriage is also a gift, a source of joy, and a means of growth and sanctification. But what if your marriage feels like a prison? What if you feel trapped, unhappy, and unfulfilled in your relationship? What if you long for the freedom and excitement of your single days, when you could do whatever you wanted, whenever you wanted, with whomever you wanted? If you are in this situation, you might be tempted to think that you made a mistake in choosing your spouse, or that you deserve better, or that you have fallen out of love. You might be looking for a way out, a divorce, or an affair. You might be blaming your spouse for your misery, or yourself, or God. But before you take any drastic steps, let me suggest that the pro...

Kenya’s Supreme Court: A Comedy of Errors in the Theatre of Justice In a scene worthy of Kafka, the Kenyan Supreme Court has decided to silence a lawyer, Mr. Ahmednasir Abdullahi, for his outspoken criticism of the Judiciary. To say this is an affront to freedom of expression is like calling the Grand Canyon a pothole. It’s a chasm, a gaping maw of injustice that threatens to swallow the very essence of a democratic society. Imagine, if you will, a football match where the fans are banned from booing the referee, even for the most egregious offside call. Can you picture the pent-up frustration, the simmering resentment? That, my friends, is the atmosphere you create when you try to silence dissent, especially in the hallowed halls of justice. Or, imagine a world where doctors who diagnose illness are banned from treating patients. Where artists who paint flaws in society are forbidden to exhibit their work. Where journalists who expose corruption are silenced by the very pen they wiel...

When Hearts Collide: Tending the Sacred Orchard of Marriage. Imagine marriage as a sun-dappled orchard, where two saplings, chosen with youthful hope and trembling joy, intertwine their roots and reach for the sky. The soil is rich with laughter, forgiveness, and whispered secrets. Sunlight filters through a canopy of shared dreams, casting dappled patterns of joy and sorrow on the fertile ground. But like any garden, marriage demands constant tending. Weeds of anger and resentment threaten to choke the tender shoots of trust, and storms of misunderstanding leave scars on the bark of love. Now, picture a trespasser – a stranger with calloused hands and greedy eyes, drawn by the sweet scent of ripe promises. In a moment of weakness, one partner, parched by a perceived drought of affection, considers letting this stranger step over the fence, offering a forbidden sip of a different fruit. But hold! Before that fateful step is taken, consider the cost. To cheat, even in the heat of anger,...

Conquering the First Frontier: Starting the Year as a Christian Couple A brand new year gleams like a freshly-minted coin, possibilities dancing in its silver sheen. For Christian couples, it’s not just a calendar change, it’s a fresh canvas to paint a masterpiece of love, faith, and, yes, even a dash of holy hilarity. So, grab your finest spiritual paintbrushes and let’s tackle this joint venture called “Starting the Year as One.”   Firstly, ditch the “resolution blues.” Forget those gym memberships you’ll inevitably abandon by February. Instead, vow to flex your spiritual muscles together. Join a Bible study, not as competitors, but as co-pilots navigating the celestial map. Discuss sermons over Sunday brunch, turning theological nuggets into playful banter (“Honey, did the pastor say ‘agape’ or ‘appetizer’?”). Be each other’s accountability partners, gently reminding each other that prayer shouldn’t be a dusty corner of your phone.   Speaking of phones, let’s addr...