By Alan Clement
South Sudan’s Deputy Minister of Public Service and Human Resource Development, Julius Tabuley, met with Central Equatoria State Governor, Rabi Mujung Emmanuel, in gesture of political solidarity and joint commitment to peacebuilding.
The courtesy visit to the State Secretariat in Juba on Tuesday August 5th, 2025, focused on strengthening collaborative governance, implementing the Revitalized Peace Agreement, and addressing the escalating humanitarian crisis in Kajo-Keji County, where thousands were displaced following a cross-border incident involving the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) late last month.
Accompanied by Michael Ayuen Johnson, Chairperson of the Specialized Committee on Finance and Economic Planning in the National Legislative Assembly, Tabuley congratulated Governor Mujung on his recent appointment, praising his early steps toward inclusive governance and regional stability.
“We congratulate Governor Mujung for his commitment to inclusive governance and stability. His leadership is a beacon of hope for the people of Central Equatoria,” Tabuley stated.
The meeting focused on the pressing need for a unified humanitarian response and strengthened peacebuilding efforts following the recent displacement crisis in Kajo-Keji during which governor Mujung reiterated his administration’s commitment to collaborating with both national institutions and international partners to effectively address the situation and support affected communities.
“This visit is a testament to our shared purpose and collective responsibility,” said Governor Mujung who added, “We must continue to engage all peace stakeholders, including national institutions and signatories to the peace agreement, to consolidate peace, unity, and security across Central Equatoria.”
The Governor also expressed concern about the displacement in Kajo-Keji, stressing the need for swift humanitarian assistance and enhanced border security coordination to prevent future violations.
The leaders agreed on the importance of continued dialogue between state and national actors to accelerate peace dividends, with Ayuen Johnson reiterating Parliament’s commitment to funding key state priorities through the national budget.
“Our role in the National Assembly is to ensure that resources are allocated where they are most needed. We must act swiftly to alleviate the suffering of our displaced citizens,” he said.
The visit marks renewed efforts to localize the peace agreement’s implementation and improve humanitarian responses across conflict-affected counties in South Sudan.