(CENTRAL EQUATORIA STATE) – The Governor of Central Equatoria State Mujung Emmanuel has called for an inclusive and community led approach to end recurring clashes between farmers and pastoralists.
He made the remarks on Monday while opening a two day conference in Juba focused on cattle migration and its impact on peace and stability.
He said the gathering was an important opportunity to face the causes of violence that has led to deaths, loss of property and damage to relations between communities.
He pledged that the state government would strengthen law enforcement and apply orders that regulate the movement of cattle between counties. He also warned that individuals who stir up violence for political or personal gain would be held responsible.
He appealed to the delegates to focus on dialogue and reconciliation rather than blame. He pointed out that cattle remain a valued part of culture and wealth in many communities, while farming is essential for food security and economic survival.
He asked the conference to produce clear mechanisms for managing cattle routes and to support local systems that help solve disputes between communities. He also called for support to help farmers restore damaged land, reopen markets and repair public services in affected areas.
Peace Building Minister Jacob Aligo Lo Lado said the event aimed to find lasting solutions for conflicts that keep returning across the state. He said peaceful coexistence between farmers and herders was the main goal.
A representative of the civil society group Community Empowerment for Progress Organisation, Moses Putia, said local dialogue was key. He also suggested digging water points to ease cattle movement during times of water shortage.
The conference was organised by the State Ministry of Peace Building together with CEPO and supported by international partners including the International Organization for Migration.
Delegates came from the counties of Juba, Terekeka, Yei River, Lainya and Kajo Keji. Chiefs, religious leaders, youth and women were among the speakers.
High Level Conference Opens to Address Cattle Conflicts
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Location | Juba County, Central Equatoria State, South Sudan |
| Event | Two-day High Level Conference on Cattle Migration |
| Main Speaker | Governor Lt Gen Rabi Mujung Emmanuel |
| Core Message | Call for inclusive dialogue between farmers and pastoralists |
| Stated Priorities | Law enforcement, regulation of cattle movement, accountability |
| Key Appeal | Promote reconciliation and practical community-led solutions |
| Secondary Speaker | State Peace Building Minister Jacob Aligo Lo Lado |
| Civil Society Input | CEPO suggested water catchments to ease cattle migration |
| Theme of Event | “Addressing Cattle Migration Challenges to Promote Peaceful Coexistence” |
| Supporting Organisations | State Ministry of Peace Building, CEPO, IOM, UN Migration |
| Delegates | Representatives from Juba, Terekeka, Yei River, Lainya, Kajo Keji, including chiefs, youth, women, religious leaders |
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