Nyakuron Cultural Centre Explained

Nyakuron Cultural Centre
Type:Government-owned corporation
Location City:Juba
Location Country:South Sudan
Owner:Government of South Sudan
Products:Publications in print and multimedia
Services:cultural events, sports events, wedding functions

The Nyakuron Cultural Centre (or NCC) is a government owned and controlled corporation established to preserve, develop and promote cinema and culture in South Sudan.[1] [2]

History

Nyakuron Centre was built after the 1972 Addis Ababa Agreement, which ended the First Sudanese Civil War. The center was officially opened in 1976 under the government led by Abel Alier.[3] [4]

The vast complex comprised with large gardens, an outdoor stage, an auditorium, a night club and a casino. Most of the local and international cultural festivals are held in the center, which includes; Hagana Peace Festival, The Juba Film Festival, the Kilkilu Ana Comedy show, international kickboxing competitions and art exhibitions. Besides, it is also rented out for private events such as weddings.

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: Nyakuron Cultural Center. Afro Tourism . 21 October 2020.
  2. Web site: Nyakuron Cultural Centre. petitfute . 21 October 2020.
  3. Web site: Nyakuron Cultural Centre. Juba in the Making . 21 October 2020.
  4. Web site: South Sudan: To Whom Does the Nyakuron Cultural Centre Indeed Belong?. allafrica . 21 October 2020.