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South Sudan Models Overcome Adversity to Pursue Dreams

4/17/2026

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In South Sudan, aspiring models Khloe Nyanda (a law student) and Alek Mayen Garang (South Sudanese model) face social conservatism and limited support as they pursue fashion careers.
Khloe Nyanda, a law student, was estranged by her family because of her modeling ambitions.
Alek Mayen Garang has some support from her sister, while Khloe Nyanda faces visa rejections and a lack of protective agencies.
Garang recently won a national modeling award.
Nyanda aims to establish a mother agency and support institutions for orphans.

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Story summary

In South Sudan, aspiring models Khloe Nyanda (a law student) and Alek Mayen Garang (South Sudanese model) face social conservatism and limited support as they pursue fashion careers.
Khloe Nyanda, a law student, was estranged by her family because of her modeling ambitions.
Alek Mayen Garang has some support from her sister, while Khloe Nyanda faces visa rejections and a lack of protective agencies.
Garang recently won a national modeling award.
Nyanda aims to establish a mother agency and support institutions for orphans.