(LAINYA COUNTY) – Local government officials from Lainya, Yei and Morobo counties have returned from a three day dialogue held in Arua District in neighbouring Uganda, where they joined Ugandan counterparts to discuss how communities can better manage urban growth and rising refugee numbers.
The regional forum brought together leaders from districts along the borders with South Sudan and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Participants shared experiences on how to cope with town expansion, pressure on services, and the presence of refugees and internally displaced people.
Lainya County Commissioner Robert Lasu John Morris said the engagement was useful in helping South Sudanese delegates learn from Uganda’s experience. He thanked the organisers for creating what he called a practical space for cross border cooperation.
Arua District has hosted large numbers of refugees for several years and has developed various ways of linking settlement areas with local trade and social services. Officials from Greater Yei counties said these examples would help shape their own planning.
The discussions aimed to build shared strategies that promote stability, development, and peaceful coexistence. The commissioners said they hope to apply suitable ideas through future partnerships.
Lainya County Government reaffirmed its commitment to improving services and community well being through cooperation with regional neighbours.
Cross Border Dialogue Targets Refugee and Urban Challenges
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Event | Regional dialogue on urban expansion, refugees and IDP settlement |
| Location of Dialogue | Arua District, Uganda |
| South Sudan Delegates | Commissioners of Lainya, Yei and Morobo Counties |
| Host Country Delegates | Officials from Arua District, Uganda |
| Key Focus Areas | Urban expansion, refugee settlement, cross border cooperation |
| Main Quote | “This forum has provided us with a valuable opportunity to share experiences and best practices,” – Hon. Robert Lasu John Morris |
| Purpose of Dialogue | To learn from Uganda’s experience in hosting refugees and managing urban growth |
| Outcome | Strengthened collaboration and commitment to apply shared strategies in South Sudan |
| Next Steps for Lainya County | Improve service delivery and promote development through partnerships |
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