South Sudan's English Daily Newspaper
"We Dare where others fear"
By Mayak Majak Madit Tokjok
Wulu County Acting Commissioner, Mr. Abednego Degur Makuac, urged farmers and pastoralists yesterday to maintain peace and cooperation as heavy rains intensify flooding across the county.
The rising waters have begun to affect farmlands and schools, including Muorngeny Primary School, Bhar Gel Payam, Domolota, Makor, Ayen Mayar, and others.
He encouraged pastoralists and farmers to remain vigilant for peaceful coexistence due to the flooding that has driven people to higher ground.
“The leaders of pastoralists who have migrated their cattle to this county should report themselves to the county authorities so they can be directed to areas with no crops, ensuring stability and peace in Lakes State,” Makuac told Dawn during an interview on Thursday.
He revealed that support donated to farmers through the Ministry of Agriculture by partners, including Oxfam, has covered all four payams of Wulu County with tools, seeds, and boats to facilitate movement across Makundi to neighbouring counties like Yirol West. This support has also included the construction of concrete latrines, which has improved health conditions in the area.
“Additionally, NPA, DARD, UNFAO, and Plan International have been providing quality skills and experience to the people of Wulu County. This has fostered self-reliance in the county. The nutrition provided by Plan will improve the health of malnourished children. The state government and its partners are committed to supporting agricultural production, health, education, and peace, all of which are vital for the wellbeing of the local population,” Makuac said.
He added that the government of Lakes State, led by Governor Rin Tueny Mabor, is committed to reshaping the state’s development.
He noted that the county commissioner’s office, built in 2005, has been upgraded since April of this year to provide a larger, more comfortable space for local government staff and important visitors, such as the governor.
Makuac stated that the approximate budget for completing the commissioner’s office is about 31 million SSP, and the new office, with adequate facilities, is expected to be finished soon this year.
“The approval by H.E. Governor Gen. Rin Tueny Mabor to allocate local revenue from Wulu for developmental activities, along with a survey expected to begin in December this year, will create a conducive environment for work,” Makuac said.
