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3RD MUNDARI FESTIVAL CONFIRMED FOR 16TH JANUARY 2026.

The 3rd Mundari Cultural Festival, one of South Sudan’s most anticipated cultural gatherings, is set to take place from January 16th to 18th, bringing together communities from across the country for three days of cultural pride, storytelling, and unity. This year’s festival will be celebrated under the inspiring theme “Celebrating Mundari Culture to Promote Peaceful Coexistence in South Sudan,” reflecting a strong commitment to national harmony through cultural expression.

Bush Buse chairperson of the organizing committee says the festival will serve as a unique platform to showcase the vibrant traditions and deep-rooted heritage of the Mundari people, known for their rich pastoral lifestyle, colorful cultural attire, traditional wrestling, cattle-camp rituals, and rhythm-driven dances.

“the 3rd cultural festival will be a unique one this time, it will bring together the 10 payams of Terekeka to showcase the traditions of the Mundari people”, Bush Buse said.

Mr. Bush says, during the three-day event, thousands of visitors are expected to experience live performances, cultural exhibitions, traditional games, poetry, community dialogues, and displays that highlight the beauty and values of the Mundari identity.

“We welcome visitors from the other 9 states and three administrative areas and also from across the region to experience the rooted cultures of the mundari people”, Bush added.

The commissioner of Terekeka County Hon. Dr. Emmanuel Loku says county is prepared and ready to host the festival.

“Terekeka County is now peaceful without conflict like before, we as the county are ready to host this historical festival and we welcome everyone to join us in the three days event”, Said Emmanuel Loku.

The festival will also include sessions on peacebuilding, youth empowerment, and community cohesion. Cultural leaders, youth groups, and women’s associations will take part in discussions aimed at strengthening relationships among communities and promoting peaceful coexistence. Organizers stress that cultural festivals like this play a crucial role in enhancing mutual respect, reducing tensions, and celebrating the diversity that holds South Sudan together.

According to the organizing committee, this year’s edition places special focus on unity, dialogue, and the power of culture to bridge divides. “The Mundari Cultural Festival is more than entertainment it is a space for communities to come together, celebrate who they are, and reaffirm the values of peace and togetherness that our nation needs,” the committee noted.

In addition to cultural showcases, the festival will feature exhibitions by local artisans, traditional cuisines, storytelling tents, and performances by invited cultural troupes from neighboring regions. Visitors will have the opportunity to learn about the Mundari’s pastoral lifestyle, the role of cattle in their social fabric, and the significance of traditional rituals that have been preserved for generations.

The Mundari Cultural Festival has grown over the years as a national attraction, drawing attention from cultural enthusiasts, researchers, community leaders, and visitors from across the country and beyond. Organizers are optimistic that the 2025 edition will be the largest and most inclusive yet.