Morobo Clergy Lead Tree Planting After Hospital Attack

(MOROBO) – Church leaders and the Commissioner of Morobo County have joined forces in a symbolic show of unity and resilience following last month’s attack that destroyed ambulances at Morobo County Hospital.

The joint event held on Friday featured special prayers and the launch of a tree planting initiative within the hospital grounds.

Morobo County Commissioner Hon. Charles Data Bullen, alongside ECSS Diocesan Bishop Data Amos Elnoma and other senior clergy from across the county, led the prayers at the hospital.

The gathering was held to encourage healing and solidarity among hospital staff and the surrounding community, many of whom were shaken by the violent incident that left the hospital’s emergency services crippled.

“We are here to stand in solidarity with our people, to pray for peace,and to assure our community that we will rise above fear and intimidation,” Commissioner Bullen said, addressing the gathering.

The prayers were followed by the planting of trees within the hospital compound, a gesture meant to symbolise hope, renewal and life. Both community members and hospital staff took part in the exercise, working alongside the church and county leadership to bring a message of restoration after a period of uncertainty.

Church leaders welcomed the initiative, saying it demonstrated how unity between state institutions and faith-based organisations can inspire confidence in communities facing adversity. Hospital officials also expressed appreciation for the visit, noting that morale among staff had been affected following the attack.

The hospital serves as the main health facility in Morobo County and lost its only ambulances in an incident that has since sparked fear and outrage in the area. The destruction significantly impacted emergency response capacity, particularly for maternal and critical care cases.

Community members said Friday’s joint effort signalled a step toward local recovery and the re-establishment of public trust in essential services.

The cost of replacing the destroyed ambulances remains out of reach for many counties. Morobo authorities have appealed for support from both state and humanitarian partners to help restore the hospital’s capacity.