Central Equatoria State Governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony addressing the media in Juba on 20th/ August 20, 2026/Credit; Ezekiel Idris
By Awuou Michael
Central Equatoria State Governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony has called on holdout groups to abandon conflict and embrace peace ahead of the planned December general elections.
Governor Adil made the appeal during a press conference in Juba after returning from a tour of Yei, Morobo, Wonduruba and Lainya counties.
Speaking during the press conference, Governor Adil called on National Salvation United Forces, NASU, under General John Kenyi Latio to end fighting and join the peace process
He said the government’s doors remain open for dialogue and urged the holdout groups to embrace peace.
“The doors for peace are still open. We are calling on our brothers who are still in the bushes to come out and embrace peace,” Adil said.
Governor Adil said peace and security are essential for creating a conducive environment for citizens to participate in the electoral process.
He also appealed to South Sudanese still living in refugee camps in Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo to return home and participate in the December elections.
Adil also highlighted improvements in health services across the state, particularly in Lainya, Kajo-Keji, Morobo and Wonduruba adding that facilities will handle routine cases, while major cases will continue to be referred to central facilities.
“We want to strengthen these facilities with machinery and manpower so that they can continue serving the people,” Adil said.
On roads, Adil said the state is continuing with interim repairs while mobilising resources for major road projects.
He said about 45 miles of roads have undergone interim repairs, while projects including the Terekeka-Tali road remain under the government’s infrastructure programme.
The governor also outlined a three-pillar strategy for the return and reintegration of displaced citizens, focusing on peace and security, service delivery and support for returnees.
He appealed to humanitarian and development partners to support returnees with shelter, clean water, health services, education and livelihoods.
“Return is not only about bringing people back; we must make sure they have the services and support they need to rebuild their lives,” Governor Adil said.
Governor Adil said the state government will continue working with communities and partners to improve basic services, strengthen infrastructure and create conditions for the safe return and reintegration of displaced citizens.
He said restoring peace and providing essential services remain key to enabling communities to rebuild and participate in the country’s political transition.
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