President Kiir Arrives in Aweil as Bahr el Ghazal Regional Tour Continues

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‎President Salva Kiir Mayardit arrived in Aweil on Tuesday, continuing his tour of the Bahr el Ghazal region aimed at engaging communities on key national issues.


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The President travelled to Northern Bahr el Ghazal State after completing visits to Warrap State, where he met residents in Kuajok and his hometown of Akon.

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‎According to the Office of the President, the regional outreach tour focuses on discussions surrounding economic recovery, security, and development initiatives across the region.

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‎President Kiir began the tour last week in Wau, the capital of Western Bahr el Ghazal State, before moving on to Warrap State and now Northern Bahr el Ghazal.

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‎Upon arrival in Aweil, the President received a warm welcome from large crowds gathered at Madhol, located along the border between Warrap and Northern Bahr el Ghazal states. 

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Residents reportedly lined the roads from Wanyjok through Akuem, Ajaj, and Aulic to Aweil town to greet the Head of State.

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‎The visit attracted significant public participation, with many people turning out along the route to show support and welcome the President to the state.

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‎President Kiir is expected to address a public rally in Aweil, where he will meet residents and discuss issues affecting local communities as part of his ongoing outreach programme across the Bahr el Ghazal region.

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‎The tour is seen as part of efforts by the government to strengthen engagement with citizens and assess development priorities in different parts of the country.

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