South Sudan’s Minister of Information and Broadcasting, Michael Makuei Lueth, has confirmed that the country’s peace agreement remains on track, despite ongoing challenges and setbacks.
In a statement to the media, Minister Makuei acknowledged that there were still significant obstacles to be overcome in the implementation of the peace agreement, but expressed confidence that the government and opposition groups were committed to finding a way forward.
“The peace agreement is on track. We have had some challenges, but we are committed to addressing them and moving forward,” he said.
The peace agreement, which was signed in September 2018, aims to end the country’s long-standing conflict and establish a transitional government of national unity. However, progress has been slow, with disagreements and delays in the implementation of key provisions of the agreement.
In recent weeks, there have been concerns about the slow progress in forming the transitional government, with opposition groups accusing the government of failing to meet its commitments. There have also been reports of ongoing violence and human rights abuses, including the killing of civilians and attacks on humanitarian workers.
However, Minister Makuei emphasized that the government remained committed to implementing the peace agreement and addressing the concerns of all parties. He also urged the international community to continue supporting the peace process and providing assistance to those affected by the conflict.
“We need the support of the international community to help us overcome the challenges we are facing. We are committed to working with our partners to ensure peace and stability in South Sudan,” he said.
The statement by Minister Makuei has been welcomed by political analysts and civil society groups, who have expressed their hope that the peace agreement will finally bring an end to the conflict and provide a foundation for sustainable development in South Sudan.
However, there are also concerns that the slow progress in implementing the agreement, coupled with ongoing violence and human rights abuses, may undermine its effectiveness and lead to further instability in the country.
In particular, there are concerns about the lack of accountability for past human rights abuses and the ongoing impunity for those responsible. Many groups have called for the establishment of a hybrid court to investigate and prosecute those responsible for war crimes and crimes against humanity, but progress on this front has been slow.
Furthermore, there are concerns about the economic challenges facing the country, including high levels of inflation, unemployment, and poverty. The government has made efforts to address these challenges, but progress has been slow and there is still much work to be done
