Manasseh Mathiang
Manasseh Mathiang | |
|---|---|
| Nationality | South Sudanese |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, human rights activist |
| Known for | Antaban |
Manasseh Mathiang is a South Sudanese musician and human rights activist. Having made a living as a musician for many years, in 2021 he was exiled from South Sudan for criticizing the government. In response, he began using his music to solely to promote activism and, together with other exiled South Sudanese artists, formed Antaban, meaning “I am tired” in Arabic. For his criticism of the government, Mathiang has remained a fugitive and is often forced to flee. He currently operates out of Nairobi, Kenya where he serves as executive director of Hagiga Ltd, an NGO aimed at promoting freedom of expression through art.[1][2][3][4][5][6][7]
References[edit]
- ^ "Exiled South Sudanese activist uses music to stir a revolution". Cavalier Daily.
- ^ "South Sudanese artiste Manasseh Mathiang shines at Oslo Freedom Forum". Radio Tamazuj.
- ^ Pur, Nyagoah Tut (7 October 2022). "South Sudan: Government Begins Trial of Activists, Critics". Human Rights Watch.
- ^ "FROM SOUTH SUDAN TO WTJU: MANNASSEH MATHIANG TO BE INTERVIEWED ON THE BLACK BEAT". WTJU. 29 March 2023.
- ^ "South Sudanese artist collective Anataban on a mission to bring lasting peace". Music in Africa. 11 January 2019.
- ^ "3 activists arrested for protesting in Juba". Sudans Post. 30 March 2021.
- ^ "'Wave South Sudan' Promotes Unity, Peace Via Social Media". VOA Africa. 7 November 2014.