Peaceful coexistence focus on UNMISS-led Forum in Kapoeta, Eastern Equatoria
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MOSES YAKUDU “As citizens of Eastern Equatoria, we must leave our differences behind and embrace a unified identity because we are now one state,” said Davidika Ikai, a women’s leader from Torit.
Ms. Ikai was speaking at a roundtable discussion organized by UNMISS which aimed at bringing together representatives from all communities in Kapoeta, including community and religious leaders, civil society, youth groups and women, with a view towards reframing the perceived identity of people residing in this now defunct state to enhance social cohesion and coexistence.
Five years ago, after the Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan (ARCSS) was signed by government and opposition leaders, 28 states were established to replace the previous 10 states. Following this, the states were further subdivided into 32.
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