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‎The Special Court handling the Nasir incident has adjourned proceedings until Monday, June 15, after the third accused, MP Gatwech Lam Puoch, began presenting his defense. ‎ ‎Gatwech, a member of the National Legislative Assembly representing Nasir County, rejected allegations linking him to activities related to the Nasir incident.  ‎ He told the court that his actions were part of his constitutional duties as an elected representative and were aimed at reducing tensions in Nasir and Ulang counties. ‎ ‎The lawmaker said a press conference cited by prosecutors was intended to encourage dialogue, address rumors, and help prevent conflict rather than incite violence.  ‎ He maintained that he was fulfilling his responsibility to represent and speak on behalf of his constituents. ‎ ‎Gatwech also argued that the Nasir crisis should be viewed within the wider context of challenges facing the implementation of the 2018 peace agreement, citing concerns raised by various political act...
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Lol State: Ere County Officials Complain About Lack Of Teachers In The County

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Lol State in South Sudan for a very long time has lacked teachers to teach their children. 

A case scenario is the one of Ere County which is also part of the greater Lol State,  the County officials finally decided to make their voices heard.

Mr.  Abakar Dukumi the head of Ere County said that "We are facing a severe shortage of teachers. We lack facilities but the school is operational despite the challenges."

The commissioner insisted that with no teachers in his County means a catastrophe for all of South Sudan .

Apart from lack of teachers the County also lack trained Medical Personnel this leads to high level of mortality in the County. 

He his calling out to the donors and the National government to come and help his County from the looming catastrophe .

More to follow shortly.....

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