By Chol D. Johnson
The South Sudan Civil Society Alliances (SSCSA) has called for urgent government action to protect civilians in Abiemnhom County of the Ruweng Administrative Area following a deadly militia attack over the weekend.
Speaking to the media on Monday, SSCSA Deputy Chairperson Dabek Mabior said the protection of civilians must remain a top national priority amid escalating violence in parts of the country.
“The protection of civilians must remain a top national priority,” Mabior said.
His remarks come after a dawn attack on Sunday in Abiemnhom County that reportedly left many civilians dead. According to Stephano Wieu Mialek, Chief Administrator of the Ruweng Administrative Area, armed militia carried out the assault, resulting in significant casualties.
Mabior condemned the targeted killings and expressed deep concern over continued fighting and deliberate attacks against innocent civilians in South Sudan.
“Such acts constitute serious violations of human rights and undermine ongoing efforts to restore peace and stability in the country,” he said.
The civil society body called on relevant authorities to conduct prompt and impartial investigations into the incident and ensure those responsible are held accountable.
“We call upon the relevant authorities to ensure full accountability by conducting prompt and impartial investigations and bringing those responsible to justice,” Mabior added.
He further urged the Revitalized Transitional Government of National Unity to take immediate measures to prevent further violence and strengthen civilian protection mechanisms across the country.
The SSCSA reiterated its commitment to advocating for peace, justice and the safety of civilians, stressing that failure to act decisively risks undermining fragile stability efforts in the region.