Poni Henry

For Deng Nhial Chioh Dhoar, culture is not something fixed in the past. It is living, practiced, and carried forward through people, stories, and shared spaces. A heritage professional, artist, and cultural practitioner with over two decades of experience, Deng’s work focuses on safeguarding South Sudan’s rich intangible cultural heritage while creating room for dialogue, learning, and creative expression. Deng’s engagement with Scenius Hub reflects the role the space plays for many young and...

At Scenius Hub, the industry session “Developing Industry-Ready Software Systems: From Learning to Professional Practice” exposes participants to real-world backend engineering practices and current industry expectations. Facilitated by Joseph Mabor Agany Manyiel, Senior Software Engineer & Technical Lead based in Germany, the 2-hour workshop begins with him sharing his personal and professional journey, from studying abroad to leading backend teams in Germany. The session then moves into...

A Year of Civic Dialogue, Innovation, and Community Connection Between January and December 2025, Scenius Hub continued to serve as a dynamic civic, cultural, and innovation space in Juba, hosting and supporting a wide range of programs that reflected the social, technological, and intellectual priorities of South Sudan’s evolving community. Over the course of the year, the Hub facilitated more than 150 physical, hybrid, and online events , engaging an estimated 4,000+ participants across...