Peter Adwok Nyaba
Peter Adwok Nyaba | |
|---|---|
| Born | |
| Citizenship | South Sudan |
| Education | Catholic missionary school |
| Occupations | Civil society advocate and researcher |
| Notable work | The Politics of Liberation in South Sudan |
| Spouse | Abuk Payiti Ayik |
Peter Adwok Nyaba is a South Sudanese activist.[1] He is a civil society advocate and researcher who has conducted numerous studies for international humanitarian organizations working in South Sudan.[2] He went on to be Minister for Higher Education in the Government of South Sudan from 2011 to 2013.[3]
Early life and education
He is from Chollo in Shilluk and was educated in a Catholic missionary school.[4]
For a short period, Nyaba took part in the First Sudanese Civil War from 1964 to 1966, after which he went on to resume his studies at the University of Khartoum.[1][4]
Career
Nyaba's work focuses on international humanitarian organizations in South Sudan, with a focus on governance, conflict, and social development.[1]
Political involvement
Nyaba has played an active role in South Sudan's political landscape, contributing to debates on liberation movements, state formation, and democratic governance.[1][5]
Works
- The Politics of Liberation in South Sudan[6]
References
- 1 2 3 4 "Peter Adwok Nyaba". African books collective. Retrieved 2026-03-26.
- ↑ "Peter Adwok Nyaba – Rift Valley Institute". Retrieved 2026-03-26.
- ↑ Warner, Gregory (2014-01-06). "How I Almost Got Arrested With A South Sudanese Ex-Minister". NPR. Retrieved 2026-03-27.
- 1 2 Joshua Dau Diu (2020-07-29). "Dr. Peter Adwok Nyaba: A Controversial Character | Pachodo.org". pachodo.org. Retrieved 2026-03-27.
- ↑ Post, Sudans (2026-03-07). "Adwok Nyaba says South Sudan peace deal failing because leaders 'want to die in power'". Sudans Post. Retrieved 2026-03-26.
- ↑ Nyaba, Peter Adwok (1997-01-19). "The Politics of Liberation in South Sudan - Conflict Sensitivity Resource Facility". csrf-southsudan.org. Retrieved 2026-03-26.