“Together, we can bring peace to our communities”: Addressing conflict drivers in Jonglei State

Following the eruption of conflict in South Sudan in 2013, Jonglei State has witnessed myriad challenges. These include disastrous flooding, intra- and inter-communal and political conflicts, and competition over land and natural resources. This has led to loss of life, as well as the displacement of nearly 500,000 people from their homes to neighbouring countries or other parts of South Sudan.

Saferworld and partner Child Care Organization organised a state-level roundtable in Bor Town in June 2024 to discuss these challenges. This briefing presents some of the main conflict drivers and concerns raised during the discussion as well as reflections on potential ways forward for peace and stability in Jonglei State.

Read the briefing here. 

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