Author: Lasuba Memo | Published: 35 minutes ago
CEPO Executive Director Edmund Yakani. (Photo: Awan Moses/Eye Radio).
Activist Edmund Yakani has said stakeholders are making a final attempt to organize a South Sudanese-led inclusive dialogue among parties to the 2018 peace agreement.
Yakani, speaking on behalf of religious leaders, civil society, and women mediators, said the dialogue is intended to de-escalate ongoing clashes in parts of the country, which have caused civilian suffering, displacement, and human rights violations.
The Executive Director of the Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO) said the dialogue is planned to begin once all parties submit the names of their delegates to the organizing committee. Yakani called on all parties to provide the names promptly to ensure a genuine and inclusive process.
“This is a last chance for South Sudanese to resolve their political disagreements through dialogue rather than military solutions. The lives of our citizens must not be sacrificed for power. We call on all parties to submit their delegates this week so we can begin a genuine, inclusive conversation for peace.”
Yakani emphasized that the effort is intended to rebuild trust among stakeholders and political parties. He warned that anyone obstructing the process would be publicly identified.
The dialogue initiative includes women mediators and other civil society stakeholders under the slogan “South Sudanese to South Sudanese”, and is designed to bring all parties together to renew confidence, resolve political misunderstandings, and prevent further violence.
“We have seen parts of the country return to conflict despite leaders’ promises to avoid war. Now, we are offering a final opportunity for inclusive dialogue. If this attempt is sabotaged, we will hold accountable those responsible for undermining peace while citizens continue to pay the highest price.”
Yakani stressed that dialogue is the only way to prevent further civilian suffering and maintain stability in South Sudan.
