Juba Central Market, also known as Konyo Konyo (كونيو كونيو), is the heart of commerce in South Sudan’s capital. This market is where locals go to buy everything from fresh fruit to electronics, and it’s a true reflection of the country’s ongoing struggle and resilience. Even with the challenges South Sudan faces, Konyo Konyo runs…
After walking past on many occasions, I finally decided that I would “treat myself” to a Khao San Road Taco Bell. And spoiler alert: it was just as shit as I had imagined. Does that mean you should not go? Not necessarily, as I’m just not into this whole genre, but I’ll go into more…
If you’ve ever wandered into a corner shop in the UK and spotted a can of Tizer tucked away behind the Coca-Cola and Fanta, you might have asked yourself: What the hell is Tizer? You wouldn’t be the first. Once a heavyweight in the British soft drink scene, this bizarrely red, vaguely citrusy concoction has…
While getting peed on is usually the kind of thing I would pay top dollar for, in South Sudan, a cow pee shower is not only free but seen as a good thing by the Mundari Tribe. This raises the daily obvious question of why on earth would they do this, how they do it,…
When you think of South Sudan, its cuisine may not immediately come to mind, but this young nation is home to a simple yet hearty food culture that reflects the daily lives and traditions of its people. South Sudanese cuisine is often straightforward and unpretentious, rooted in locally available ingredients and cooked with minimal fuss….
So, you’re thinking about traveling to South Sudan? Maybe you’re looking for a new adventure, or maybe you just want to tell your friends that you’ve been to one of the world’s least-visited countries. Either way, South Sudan isn’t your typical vacation spot, and if you’re expecting beach resorts and all-inclusive packages, you might want…
