3256: NATIONWIDE: Protecting Victims and Witnesses in South Sudan's Truth Process

This episode of Nationwide examines why protecting victims and witnesses is essential to South Sudan’s transitional justice process. The discussion explores how the Commission for Truth, Reconciliation and Healing can ensure safety, confidentiality and dignity for people who come forward to share their experiences of conflict. It also highlights challenges such as fear of reprisals, stigma, and limited resources, while outlining practical measures including confidential testimonies, community-based protection systems and psychosocial support to help survivors participate safely. Radio Miraya's Sani Martin is in conversation with Christine Alai, Transitional Justice Advisor to the United Nations Commission on Human Rights in South Sudan and Chairperson of the International Commission of Jurists-Kenya.