The activity, ongoing at Naitakwae Play Ground in Moroto is expected to accord communities on the Kenya and Ugandan sides of the border opportunities for better co-operation, close coordination and peaceful coexistence. The MoU is also envisaged to bridge isolation gaps to improve livelihood and socio-economic conditions for sustainable peace and development in Karamoja, Turkana and West Pokot.
South Sudan rebel leader Dr Riek Machar has called for the Inter-Governmental Authority on Development (IGAD) mediation to resume the peace talks. Machar is also demanding that the IGAD mediation should review the selection of stakeholders so that the talks are transparent, representative and inclusive.
President Salva Kiir issued the declaration for the states of Unity and Jonglei, which include the rebel-held towns of Bor and Bentiu, the scene of recent fighting and scores of civilian deaths.
