In many South Sudanese cultures, love is celebrated but not like it is in the western world. In recent years, Valentine Day is becoming another big day to celebrate within the South Sudanese communities. Young people who are yet to marry, celebrate the day but in hiding, because they can get in trouble with their parents.
Some people are, however questioning if this day means anything? In this episode, Hellen Berberi will be looking into the challenges that come with Valentine day, and she will be answering these questions.
1. What is valentine day?
2. Is valentine day best day to know my parent loves me?
3. Are partners supposing have expectations on what to get on Valentine Day?
4. What happens if I missed giving my partner a gift?
5. What is Valentine in the age of social media where people wanted to show off and not tell the real story of what is happening between them?
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