Disarmament at the Heart of Warrap’s Stability Drive, Kiir Backs Initiative

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‎ ‎President Salva Kiir Mayardit on Thursday received a detailed briefing from Warrap State Governor Bol Wek Agoth on the prevailing situation in the state, with peace and security taking center stage in their discussions. ‎ ‎Governor Wek informed the President that he had conducted an extensive tour across various counties of Warrap to consult local authorities, traditional leaders, and community representatives on ways to address insecurity and strengthen social cohesion. ‎ ‎One of the key initiatives highlighted was the ongoing disarmament exercise, which Governor Wek described as vital to curbing inter-communal violence and ensuring lasting peace.  ‎ He explained that removing illegal firearms from civilian hands is not only a step toward security but also a foundation for development and harmony among communities long divided by cycles of revenge attacks and cattle raids. ‎ “The disarmament process is central to achieving stability in Warrap. It is through this initiative that...
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Two (2) Women Died As A Result Of Heavy Flooding In Torit State

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Officials in Torit State confirmed that two women died as a result of heavy flood in Torit East County.  

The Commissioner of Torit East County Hon. Tobby  Majak said that the flood resulted because of heavy rains in Torit State.  

Torit East Commissioner also said that the effect of the flood was so devastating as crops were destroyed and people had to move to higher grounds and start farming afresh to avoid another calamity 

The Commissioner is advising the people of his county not to give up in farming after the flood.  He believed farming will eradicate poverty in the State. 
 
Hon. Tobby is also asking for help from the State Government and also from the Humanitarian agencies to come to bring aid to his people.  

More to follow shortly...  

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