13 Killed in Jonglei Clashes Over Disputed Fishing Ground.

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‎Jonglei State, South Sudan. At least 13 people have been killed and more than 20 others injured in renewed communal clashes between the Hol and Ayual communities in Jonglei State, officials confirmed on Thursday. ‎ ‎The deadly fighting broke out on Wednesday at Bioth-Agany Fishing Island, a disputed area between Duk and Twic East counties, after armed youth from the Hol community of Duk reportedly launched an attack on the island currently claimed by the Ayual community of Twic East. ‎ ‎Twic East County Commissioner Juach Arok Juach stated that seven people from his community were killed, seven others wounded, and four remain missing. He added that Hol youth are still occupying the area and tensions remain high. ‎ ‎On the other side, Duk County Commissioner John Chatim confirmed six deaths and 14 injuries among the Hol community.  ‎ ‎“We are urging our youth to cease fighting and allow the government to take over the matter and investigate. There must be accountability,” Chatim s...

SSOA Distances Itself from Unauthorized Remarks by Hon. Stephen Lual, Reinforces Alliance Solidarity

 

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This statement from the South Sudan Opposition Alliance (SSOA) clarifies its stance on a recent unauthorized communication allegedly made by Hon. Stephen Lual regarding an SSOA meeting with President Salva Kiir. The key points made by SSOA’s leadership are:

1. Role Clarification: Hon. Stephen Lual, affiliated with SSPM (a member of SSOA), does not hold the position of official spokesperson for the Alliance. As such, his statements do not represent SSOA's official position.


2. Alliance Unity: SSOA underscores its unity and commitment to its objectives, aiming to ensure solidarity among its constituent members.


3. Official Communication Protocol: Only the Chairperson, Hon. Josephine Lagu Yanga, the Secretary General, Dr. Lam Akol Ajawin, or other officially delegated leaders are authorized to issue statements on behalf of SSOA.


4. Correction Request: Hon. Stephen Lual is advised to limit his communications to his role within SSPM and avoid making misleading public statements on behalf of SSOA. SSOA requests SSPM to address this internally.



The statement is signed by Hon. Josephine Lagu Yanga, emphasizing the importance of following the established communication protocols to avoid public confusion or misrepresentation of SSOA's positions.

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