AFRICA/SOUTH SUDAN - Appeals from religious leaders regarding the fate of 80,000 displaced people in the woods

Juba (Agenzia Fides) - Even the religious leaders of the region join the appeal launched by Doctors with Africa Cuamm for the displaced people living in Western Equatoria, South Sudan. In particular about the fate of more than 80,000 people who for two months have been living in the woods and jungles of the region in Mundri. In a note sent to Agenzia Fides by His Exc. Mgr. Eduardo Hiiboro Kussala, Bishop of Tombura Yambo, the visit that a delegation of the Inter-religious Council for Peace of the State of Western Equatoria carried out from October 29 to November 2 in the region of Greater Mundri is reported.
The most affected are women, children and the elderly, exposed to various diseases, especially malaria.
The humanitarian situation is aggravated by the fact that the conflict between the army and the so-called "Arrow Boys" continues. Religious leaders launch an appeal for the immediate suspension of military operations in the area to "allow assistance by humanitarian organizations to the displaced and the families who live in the villages".
It is also necessary to make routes of access to the region safe, the media is urged to report news on the humanitarian situation in the area and the parties in conflict are asked to evaluate dialogue as the best option to resolve the conflict.
In denouncing all forms of violence, religious leaders conclude stressing that "to feel safe and secure is important for the development of each child. A safe place to sleep, clean water to drink, enough food to eat, medical care and access to education, help children to become healthy, mature and productive adults". (L.M.) (Agenzia Fides 03/11/2015)

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