By Lodu William Odiya
Wonduruba Administrative Payam Administrator has appealed to non-governmental organizations to support the area in terms of provision of services to the community.
According to press release, Towongo Stephen made the statement on Thursday, in a briefing to Central Equatoria State Governor, Rabi Mujung Emmanuel on the general security situation and pressing developmental needs in the area.
“I appeal to NGOs to support Wonduruba, especially in strengthening the health and education sectors” he said.
He also said despite pockets of some incidents, a notable improvement in security situation across the Payam.
“Citizens are now going about their normal activities” he said.
Towongo noted lack of an ambulance remained a serious challenge, lives were sometimes lost while seeking better medical attention.
The statement emphasized Administrator conveyed the community’s appeal for youth and women empowerment through capacity-building initiatives and small business support.
He also underlined the strategic importance of community-driven efforts to establish a shorter access route between Juba and Wonduruba, which would significantly improve connectivity and stimulate local development.
The statement underscored Governor Mujung emphasized the community’s concerns regarding inadequate health and education services, particularly highlighting the urgent need for an ambulance to support emergency medical responses.
It also highlighted that encroachment of armed cattle herders in the area continued to remain another challenge.
The statement further noted Governor Mujung welcomed the positive security developments and commended the leadership for its efforts.
He urged the people of Wonduruba to continue promoting peace and to actively participate in agricultural activities as a means to boost food security.
He called initiation of home-grown solutions to engage people who took arms against the government to join the Country’s peace process.
The Governor further reiterated his commitment to collaborate with relevant authorities and development partners to enhance health, education, and infrastructure services in the Payam.