The Central Equatoria State Transitional Legislative Assembly announced on Thursday that it would be going on a three-month recess starting January 30.
Governor Augustino Jadallah issued strict directives to members to visit their constituencies and address the challenges facing the State.
House Speaker Peter Elia Kulang said the Governor had directed all of them to visit their constituencies to help the County Commissioners.
“This recess period offers an important opportunity for all of us to return to our constituencies to engage with the people and reflect on the work that lies ahead. It is time to recharge, to connect with our communities and to assess how we can continue to better serve the public,” Kulang said.
Among others, the Governor requires the MPs to facilitate the return of refugees and the internally displaced persons and to encourage citizens to embark on cultivation for the new season.
“As Members of Parliament, prepare to go on recess, I would like to urge them to take an active role in addressing key issues affecting the State. Promoting home grown solutions and peace by empowering the communities to resolve conflicts should be a main focus,” he said.
He also encouraged them to address the cattle herders’ crisis.
“The persistent issue of cattle herders encroaching parts of the State has led to rising insecurity. And you (MPs) should work closely with county authorities to find lasting solutions and impose regulations that resolve disputes, encouraging the return of refugees.”
Kulang appealed to the members to behave honorably. Further, he directed the chairpersons of committees and the county caucuses to report any lawmakers who may not be going to their constituency so that action is taken.
“I know that some of us will not go for recess, but I want to warn all the chairpersons and caucuses in the six counties to inform me immediately after the recess, those members who will not take a leave to their constituencies,” he said.