President Kiir, Museveni Strengthen Bilateral Ties, Pledge Regional Stability

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President Kiir, President Museveni and VP. Bol Mel.  ‎South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir Mayardit and Uganda’s President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations and promoting regional peace and security. ‎ ‎During their meeting in Juba, the two leaders discussed pressing political and security issues affecting both nations and the broader East African region.  ‎ ‎The discussions covered a range of topics, including South Sudan’s upcoming elections, ongoing peace efforts, and the need for deeper economic collaboration between the two neighboring countries. ‎ ‎Focus on Political and Security Stability ‎South Sudan’s Foreign Minister Ramadan Mohammed Abdallah Goc stated that the meeting aimed to enhance cooperation in multiple sectors while addressing the political developments currently unfolding in the country.  ‎ ‎With South Sudan preparing for its first post-independence elections, Uganda’s continued support is seen as...

Dollo Payam Death Toll rises to Eight (8)



Dollo Payam executive director of Juba County said that the death toll from last week's cattle related violence has risen to eight. 

Peter Modi said that: "On Thursday three people were killed, they were shot just here on this road. And after two days which was Saturday, another five were also killed and all village was burnt down with everything including food and goats,"-Peter Modi. 

 Peter Modi said during the visit of Juba County Commissioner, Charles Joseph Wani on Monday.

Director Peter Modi further said that six others were reportedly wounded in two separate attacks on Thursday, and Saturday respectively.

The executive director further said that the incident resulted in Mass displacement of people in the area. 

“Now, these people here don’t have anything even blankets and clothes or a place to sleep”, he said.

During the visit, both Juba County Commissioner and the Dollo Payam Executive Director ordered the evacuation of the herders from the area.

The County officials of Juba are blaming the herders for the grievances the locals are facing in the county. 

This is as their activities have disrupted farming and the movement of children to and from schools.

Among the most direct effects of the raiding are loss of human lives, reduced number of livestock as well as reduced access to water, pasture and even loss of homes.



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