Celebrating South Sudanese Culture, Tradition, & Identity After War and Colonization 🇸🇸 | ft. Dr. Akuot

What does it really mean to be South Sudanese? And who gets to define what our culture looks like?In this episode of Ladies of Sosa, hosts Sahra and Christine sit down with Dr. Akuot for an in-depth conversation about South Sudanese culture, marriage traditions, and identity.The discussion was sparked by a comment claiming that South Sudanese people shouldn’t have henna nights or Sudanese-style weddings because they are “not Sudanese.” But the conversation quickly opens into something much bigger.Together, we explore:• What defines South Sudanese culture • Traditional marriage customs and wedding practices • The role of families, elders, and community in marriage • The shared history of Sudan and South Sudan before 2011 • How culture exists beyond political borders • The experience of South Sudanese identity in the diaspora • The idea of cultural gatekeeping and who gets to claim traditionsSouth Sudan is the youngest country in the world, yet its cultures and traditions are deeply rooted in history. This episode explores how identity, heritage, and traditions continue to evolve across generations and across borders.Whether you're part of the South Sudanese diaspora or simply curious to learn more about the culture, this conversation offers insight, history, and perspective.Join the conversation in the comments and let us know:How do you define South Sudanese culture?Hosts:Sahra - @SoSahraChristine - @ChristinaLadoPanel:Tariq - @Arnabi20Vaida - @VaidaJoe Willy - @WillyFast_Cynthia - @magnyfi_cynt#Podcast #SouthSudan #Diaspora #eastafrica #SOSAConvos #AfricanExcellence #DiasporaDialogues #LadiesOfSOSA #AfricaRising #ProudlyAfrican #netflix #seancombs #thereckoning #50cent #documentary #myrongaines #freshandfit #reactionPlease feel free to engage and challenge the perspectives, but please keep comments respectful. Thank you so much for watching! Don't forget to like and subscribe for new episodes every Tuesday! Peace and love to our Sosa Fam :) 🇸🇸❤️- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -💬CONNECT WITH US: https://linktr.ee/ladiesofsosa