South Sudan's English Daily Newspaper
"We Dare where others fear"
South Sudan is still infested with dangerous mines and unexploded ordinances which pose harm to the general population.
The United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS) on Thursday said revealed that 17 million square meters of land in the country is still filled with mines and unexploded ordnances.
Farmers in affected places in Central Equatoria, Upper Nile and Eastern Equatoria State are at risk of injuries or death due to these unexploded ordinances.
The government and UNMAS need to work together to remove and dispose off these dangerous items.
Young children and adults in the country are paying the heavy price of prolonged wars in the country.
Our political leaders need to deeply reflect on the consequences derived from political conflicts and vow never to drag this country back to another war.
As we approach the much anticipated general election in December 2024, the politicians need to be careful not to be tempted into beating war drums.
South Sudan is facing huge humanitarian and security challenges due to past conflicts.
The economy is struggling due to years of conflicts whose effects will be felt for de cades ahead.