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President Salva Kiir Mayardiit Calls on Abyei and Twic Communities to Embrace Peace ‎

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‎In a significant move aimed at healing divisions and restoring harmony, President Salva Kiir Mayardit has urged the Ngok Dinka of Abyei and the Twic community of Warrap to uphold the peace agreement they recently signed. 

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‎The appeal came during a high level meeting held in Juba, attended by key local leaders from both regions.

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‎President Kiir received detailed briefings from Warrap State Governor Magok Magok Deng and the Chief Administrator of the Abyei Special Administrative Area, Charles Abyei Jok. 

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‎The two were accompanied by their county commissioners, underscoring the importance of unity at all levels of leadership.

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‎Chief Administrator Jok described the peace agreement as a ''turning point,'' noting that both communities had made the conscious decision to coexist peacefully after months of violent clashes and retaliatory attacks. 

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‎The conflict, which displaced hundreds and disrupted lives, stemmed from longstanding disputes over land, border demarcation, and communal mistrust.

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‎Twic County Commissioner John Mabior Marup said the President had directed local leaders to focus on rebuilding trust and fostering good relations between the people of the region. 


Meanwhile, Ayuel Kiir Chol, Commissioner of Rum Amer County in Abyei, echoed that their meeting with the President reaffirmed a collective resolve to preach peace and reconciliation on the ground.

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‎Background of the Conflict

‎The tension between the Twic of Warrap State and the Ngok Dinka of Abyei has deep roots, often flaring due to unresolved administrative boundaries and competition over grazing lands. 


In recent years, these disputes have led to deadly confrontations, the burning of homes, and large scale displacement especially in the border areas between Twic County and Abyei.

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‎Efforts to broker peace have involved local leaders, elders, youth groups, and the church. However, a lasting resolution has remained elusive until this recent commitment by both communities and the firm backing of the national government.

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‎Looking Ahead

‎While the peace agreement is a hopeful step, much remains to be done. Disarmament, reconciliation dialogues, and joint development initiatives will be critical to turning promises into lasting stability.

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‎President Kiir’s engagement sends a strong signal that the leadership is invested in local peace, and that South Sudan’s path to unity must include healing the fractures within communities.

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