Civil society organizations in South Sudan call upon the public to come out in large numbers to donate blood. Blood donation points have been set up in Juba in at Al Sabah Children’s Hospital, ADRA compound and Kator Catholic Church compound to address the blood shortage in the hospitals.
In a joint statement the Civil Society Organizations in South Sudan expresses strong concerns over the current developments in the country. “The last few days and nights have seen the residents of Juba, Bor, Akobo, Waat, Pochala, Bentiu, Thar Jath and Torit go through terrible experiences which should never reoccur. Indeed it breaks our hearts to see such bloody clashes and careless loss of lives happen in our beloved country”.
The civil society groups in a joint statement ask the leadership of South Sudan ‘to engage in constructive dialogue and lay a formidable foundation for democracy in South Sudan to build a society where civilians enjoy peace and harmony regardless of ethnic diversities while keeping in mind that violence free politics is essential for legitimate politics”. The groups ask the ‘friends of South Sudan and our Elders who helped foster the Comprehensive Peace Agreement to intervene, speak to our leaders and engage with prominent personalities in our continent to help find a solution to the current situation”.
The civil organizations ask the radio and TV stations ‘to play the South Sudan National Anthem at the top of every hour to remind all citizens of the values upon which this nation was built and foster oneness”.
Photo: People lining up for assistance in UN compound Juba December 16 (UNMISS)