Top Opposition General Joins Government Forces in South Sudan

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‎A senior opposition army officer has left his group and joined the government army in South Sudan. Brigadier General Adnan Alex Boboya, who was part of the SPLA-IO (the main opposition army), said he has decided to support peace and work with the South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF), which is the national army. ‎ ‎Speaking in Yei River County, Gen. Boboya said, “I am doing this for the good of my people and my country. It is time for peace. We, as soldiers, should protect our communities, not fight them.” ‎ ‎Government army leaders welcomed him and encouraged other opposition fighters to stop fighting and talk about peace. ‎ ‎This comes just days after over 600 SPLA-IO soldiers also joined the government side. ‎ ‎But some people are worried that these changes could cause more problems for the peace agreement signed in 2018 between President Salva Kiir and opposition leader Riek Machar.  ‎ ‎There are also reports that Riek Machar is being kept at home and not allowed to move...
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President Kiir appeals to citizens of Wau to embrace peace to foster development.

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President Kiir In Wau 18/3/2023


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President Kiir appealed to the citizens of Wau to embrace the spirit of peace and reconciliation to foster development and also prepare for the general election after the transitional period. 


President Kiir has directed the Minister of Roads Bridges to construct a 60 km tarmac road within Wau town. 


President Kiir Reception In Wau, 18/3/2023


"I have noticed the condition of your roads, since we are working on road development, we have constructed Juba-Bor road that connects Malakal to Ayod and Renk. With this,I now direct the Minister of Roads and Bridges to tarmac roads within Wau town" President Kiir said during a public rally in Wau. 


President Kiir further stated that he introduced free education to eradicate illiteracy rate in the country particularly girl child education.


“No child should stay at home without being taken to school, I urged you to take all the children to school especially girls. Girls are no longer sold for high bride price but must go to school and contribute to development of the country." President Kiir reiterated  


Governor of Western Bhar El Ghazal state, Sarah Cleto Rial said the citizens of Wau are in solidarity with the President adding that there is peace and stability in the state.


Hon. Sarah thanked President Kiir for prioritising free education in the country and stated there is need to refurbish old schools and hospitals. 


The Governor also appealed to the national government to increase capacity building for young people and women.

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  1. Anonymous18 March 2023 at 09:35

    Congratulations very excellent to have roads very important in that's area wau to Twic mayardit road all that's needed peoples south Sudan get service all any may almighty GOD bless you 🙏 always in Jesus name 🙏 by James Noi monydeng

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  2. Anonymous18 March 2023 at 11:25

    Long live president

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