Presidents Kiir and Ruto Direct Mediation Teams to Resolve Outstanding Issues for Tumaini Initiative, Paving Way for Regional Stability

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  President Kiir of South Sudan Hosting President Ruto of Kenya in J1.  President Salva Kiir Mayardit of South Sudan and Kenya’s President Dr. William Ruto have instructed their respective mediation teams to resolve any remaining issues under the Tumaini Initiative within a two-week timeframe, ahead of a final signing. This directive follows a high-level meeting in Juba, during which both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to regional stability and strengthening bilateral ties. Kenya's National Security Advisor, Dr. Monica Juma, highlighted that the two leaders agreed to secure regional support for the Tumaini Initiative. They encouraged IGAD to mobilize resources and secure backing from the TROIKA countries to ensure the initiative's full implementation. Additionally, a key project discussed was the construction of an 11-kilometer road connecting Nadapal and Nakodok, intended to facilitate trade and movement between the nations. South Sudan’s Minister of Presidential Affairs,

PRESIDENT KIIR MEETS GEN. JOHNSON OLONY THABO AND OTHER AGWELEK LEADERS, DISCUSS REINTEGRATION OF FORCES

 



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President Kiir today on Wednesday met the Leader of Agwelek Forces Gen. Johnson Olony Thabo, appreciating him for his response towards building peace in the country.


 In his own statement President said that, "We are happy that you have accepted to come to Juba to join the peace process. We want peace and we are ready and committed to pulling the country into the trajectory of peace and stability", Kiir asserted.


President Kiir urged the Leaders of Agwelek Forces to take serious steps towards peace in order to end the suffering of the people.


 "If you have come for peace, please come with the hearts of peace. We don't want to see anyone going back to the bush, because South Sudan is too big and it has enough to cater for all of us.


Gen. Olony expressed satisfaction with his reception meeting, saying "we are happy to meet you today, and we want to truly tell you Mr. President that we have wholeheartedly come for peace and we don't want other people in the middle to spoil this peace".


Presidential Affairs Minister Dr. Barnaba Marial Benjamin said the coming of Gen. Olony signifies the importance of peace and unity for the country.


President Kiir directed the Defence Officials and all Security institutions to expedite the incorporation of Agwelek Forces into the national army, as agreed in Khartoum.

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