Attacking civilians and humanitarian workers is a violation of the Constitution of South Sudan. Humanitarian organizations are in our country to support communities affected by conflict and contribute to nation-building. These attacks are not only unlawful but deeply counterproductive.
Instead of targeting those who are here to help, our leaders should focus on the implementation of the peace agreement. When peace and stability are achieved, humanitarian aid will no longer be a necessity because our people will be safe and self-sufficient. Continuous violence and atrocities only cause suffering and serve no purpose.
Our nation is trapped in a cycle of hardship. Citizens are enduring hunger, violence, and economic despair. Public servants often go unpaid, and our economic sectors show little improvement. The government system lacks accountability, and while leaders enjoy the spoils of power-sharing and corruption, the country remains stagnant.
South Sudan is a democratic republic where political disputes should be resolved through diplomacy, economic development, and education—not through violence. Since 1983, our country has shed blood without gaining meaningful development. Despite constant talk of peace, insecurity remains widespread. We must learn from our past to end this cycle of violence.
The devastating wars of 2013 and 2016 left countless people dead and displaced, with many losing their livelihoods and homes. Today, insecurity persists in Yei, Morobo, Mundri, and other areas. This is a direct result of our leaders’ lack of political will to implement the peace agreement. Local commissioners often deny the truth about these conflicts, prioritizing their positions over the safety of their constituents.
Citizens are left traumatized and frustrated. Women and children, in particular, bear the heaviest burden, facing intimidation and gender-based violence (GBV), which forces many to live in refugee camps.
I urge the government to protect its civilians, establish lasting peace, and create conditions that will allow our people to return home from the diaspora. The responsibility rests with our leadership.
God protect South Sudan.
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