2024-03-22 15:14:21
In this country, swamps and rivers are drying up due to climate change.
These tensions are partly due to climate change, which is forcing herders to move their livestock in search of greener pastures, leading to clashes with farmers protecting their crops.
The issue was raised during training on the protection of civilians organized by the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS). Fifty participants, including local leaders, women and youth, discussed conflict mitigation strategies.
“There can be friction when herders bring their livestock into growing areas,” said Lauro Ohiyu, a UNMISS representative.
Momur Kenyi, a resident of Rokon, believes the government should support pastoralists to reduce the need to encroach on agricultural land. “Training in modern livestock farming techniques and improving access to water in traditional grazing areas could be helpful,” he suggested.
Lack of water is a growing concern. Swamps and rivers are drying up due to heat waves and climate change. “This is an environmental disaster waiting to happen,” said Samuel Jada, a Catholic deacon, saying that “it is essential to plant more trees to reverse this trend.”
The training also addressed another community challenge: child marriage. This harmful practice can cause health problems among young girls and deprive them of educational opportunities. Esther Frazer Ladu, resident and training participant, promised to continue raising awareness about the importance of education for all children.
The UNMISS training aimed to equip the residents of Rokon with conflict mitigation and community policing tools to foster a more peaceful future for the village.
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