Destruction of the Anyuak Kingdom

The urge to conquer, to dominate, and to exploit has always been fueled by imperialism and the thirst for supremacy. The fall of the Anyuak Kingdom-a proud kingdom that stood independent for 400 years-marked the beginning of deep suffering for the Anyuak people of East Africa. Torn apart by the British and Ethiopian empires, their homeland was split, their sovereignty shattered. The invaders destroyed what once was a flourishing kingdom, leaving only division and heartache in their wake. While these empires thrived on the spoils of occupation, the true heirs of the land were left to endure endless pain. But history shows that empires built on injustice do not stand forever. In the 21st century, the time for reckoning has come. The boundaries carved by Anglo-Ethiopian hands must be erased for freedom to rise once again. After 122 years of exploitation, the Anyuak people are not asking-they are demanding their sovereignty, their right to rule their own destiny. A new dawn of independence is on the horizon, and the spirit of the Anyuak will no longer be silenced.

About the Author :
Okoth Owity Opap's journey began in Otalo. From there, his path was anything but ordinary. At 21 years old, he found himself in a new world-the United States. Three months in the U.S., he enrolled in English classes in Minneapolis, determined to master the language. His pursuit of education led him to Clearfield Job Corps in Utah, where he earned his high school diploma, opening doors to even greater aspirations. Soon after, he moved to Kansas City, Missouri, where he achieved a bachelor's degree in journalism and political science from Park University, followed by a master's degree in healthcare administration.From a humble ESL classroom to becoming a skilled journalist, Opap's journey is a testament to resilience and unwavering ambition. Separated from his family due to the brutal civil war in Sudan, he faced countless challenges, but his determination only grew stronger. His writing career took off at university, where his talent earned him awards for his work in campus newspapers. In 2021, Opap's dream reached new heights when he became a published author. Through writing, he found liberation and a platform to address the political issues plaguing his people, the Anyuak.For Opap, the annexation of the Anyuak Kingdom into Sudan and Ethiopia is at the heart of the ongoing struggles faced by his people, and he is driven to tell their story. His voice is powerful, his determination unstoppable, and his vision for justice. His writing not only captures the pain of a fractured homeland but also dreams of a future where the Anyuak people reclaim their sovereignty.