Kajo-Keji Civil Society Applauds County Government Over Peace and Stability

(KAJO-KEJI COUNTY ) – The Kajo-Keji County Civil Society Network has commended the county authorities for maintaining peace and stability in the area since the beginning of this year.

Babu Daniel Giryang, Chairperson of the Kajo-Keji County Civil Society Network, told Access Radio that the presence of relative peace has enabled residents to focus on livelihood activities such as agriculture and other development initiatives.

He said the improved security situation has also encouraged the voluntary return of many people from refugee camps in neighboring Uganda.

“The relative peace that is existing in Kajo-Keji County is attracting the voluntary return of the population, especially returnees from the refugee camps. On a daily basis we can see trucks coming from Uganda bringing people back home to their respective villages in different payams. That is a clear signal that there is relative peace and security in the community.”

Babu also appreciated the county local government for maintaining a good working relationship with civil society groups in the area.

He said the collaboration between civil society organizations and local authorities has contributed to improved governance and service delivery in the county.

“As civil society, we are always engaged with the local authorities in our respective payams. We work closely with the county commissioner, the police, and the military to address issues affecting people in the community. Whenever problems arise, we come together to discuss them and develop solutions. This cooperation has encouraged the civilian population to return to the county.”

Kajo-Keji County was among the areas hardest hit by the outbreak of the 2016 conflict, which forced thousands of residents to flee to neighboring Uganda in search of safety and refuge.