Mangok Africa:”Iam have suffered together with Jecamer and I have always have hope in them”

Mangok Thuch Aguer was one of the few elders who mentored thousands of unaccompanied minors (Lostboys) in Pinyodu refugee camp between 1987-1991. Mangok with the help of Pieng Deng Kuol formed one of the first jazz band using homemade musical instruments.

Mangok Thuch Aguer and Jecamer in Juba Source: Supplied

Mangok became the symbol of entertainment throughout the life of many boys and girls who lived in Pinyodu. Even after the independence of South Sudan, Mangok was still serving in the South Sudanese army until he developed some vision problems. After hearing what he was going through, many former band members and the younger that he serves came to his aide. He is currently in Juba as a guest of his form colleagues. Here is his first interview on SBS Dinka Radio.