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Jau County officials decry poor roads

By Yiep Joseph

 

The Commissioner of Jau County in the Ruweng Administrative Area (RAA), Weth Chol Kur, has called on both the national and local governments to enhance road connectivity in the area.

This appeal was made during a reception for Ruweng Chief Administrator Tiob De Monyluak, who was accompanied by National Minister of Roads and Bridges Simon Mijok Mijak.

During the ceremony, the Commissioner expressed concerns about the deteriorating state of internal roads.

He said during the rainy season, many roads become impassable, posing challenges for the residents.

He urged the National Minister to devise plans aimed at connecting and renovating these vital routes.

“As you can see, Your Excellency, our roads are in poor condition, and immediate renovations are needed to facilitate the movement of people and goods,” he added.

The Commissioner highlighted that, despite the hardships caused by inadequate infrastructure, local communities are eager to engage in trade with one another and with neighboring areas.

The Commissioner underscored the importance of roads for economic growth, stating that improvements are essential for the development of Jau County.

While acknowledging the challenges faced by the government, he insisted that efforts to enhance road connectivity must continue.

In his part, Kiir Mabek Panyang, the Payam Administrator, also echoed the sentiments, urging Minister Mijok to relay their message to President Salva Kiir regarding the urgent need for road construction.

“I called on the Minister of Roads and Bridges to deliver our messages to President Salva Kiir that we need our roads to be constructed,” Mabek said.

Mabek said the poor condition of roads severely impacts access to healthcare, particularly for pregnant women and the sick.

“When roads are bad it continues to be very hard to carry pregnant to go and deliver or take the sick person to the headquarters to get treatment,” he said.

Mabek appealed to the national government to renovate existing roads, stating that such improvements would significantly enhance the quality of life for local residents.

In response, Minister Simon Mijok Mijak assured attendees that all levels of government—state and national—are committed to improving the roads in the area.

He acknowledged the challenges the national government faces, particularly regarding funding, but emphasized the administration’s dedication to connecting all of South Sudan through better road infrastructure.

Chief Administrator Tiob De Monyluak pledged to collaborate closely with local officials to improve road connectivity.

He promised that he would serve and would ensure that essential services, including road maintenance, are prioritized.

 

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