Boost as parties in South Sudan peace process commit to end war
Africa
By
Okumu Modachi
| May 17, 2024
The peace initiative to end the long-standing conflict in South Sudan has received a boost after the mediation team signed a commitment deal.
The stakeholders bringing together ="https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health/africa/article/2001494821/ruto-calls-for-commitment-in-south-sudan-peace-process"> representatives from the South Sudan "We are now asking each of the parties to select two members to meet starting this afternoon (Thursday) to flash out points of differences by tomorrow midday," he said. Finance Act 2023 was illegally enacted, Azimio and 40 groups tell court AG, Treasury plead with apex court to allow Ruto collect tax Relief for Ruto as court unlocks Finance Act 2023 Empty promises crush dreams of KCSE star to pursue medicine course Fuel prices remain unchanged as regulator ignores court ruling on VAT Confusion rocks tax payment after ruling on Finance Act 2023 Tough options for Ruto after court blow to Finance Act 2023 Eastern DR Congo buffeted by fresh flareups with ADF, M23 rebels Ruto hangs on Uhuru's law to raise funds after court's big blow Experts weigh in on Court of Appeal ruling on 2023 Finance Bill "You will look through what the parties presented and the four members of the secretariat to form the rapporteurs. From then we will start meditating on the agenda," he added.
This comes a week after President William Ruto launched the high-level mediation talks, reiterating the need for inclusive and home-grown solutions to African issues. “This initiative exemplifies the Pan-African policy of African solutions to African challenges, contributing to the ‘Silencing the Guns in Africa' initiative and fostering an environment for ="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dYBR4LpOapM">transformational development According to Doctors Without Borders (MSF), an organisation providing humanitarian aid in the war-torn nation, an estimated four hundred thousand people have died while thousands left homeless with neighbouring countries like Kenya having an influx of refugees fleeing the violence.
Despite several efforts by regional bodies including the Intergovernmental Authority for Development (IGAD), Sumbeiywo acknowledged that "only minimal progress towards peace has been realised and conflict still persists " in South Sudan. "It is time to put to an end to the violence that has ripped communities apart and caused tremendous suffering," he said, challenging the warring groups to "negotiate in good faith and in a sustained and continuous manner."
="https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2000136677/south-sudan-wants-peace-talks-held-in-kenya">He exuded confidence in the peace< process, saying it is inclusive with representatives from opposition groups, youth organisations, women's associations and civil society organisations who pledged their support and commitment for the mediation process.
Director Peace and Security in the State Department of Foreign Affairs Leah Nyamu said the discussion will delve into "sound-based landmark agenda items including justice, governance and security."
This happens in the backdrop of commemoration of the the day the second civil war began in South Sudan on May 16, 1983.
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