Communication Office

PRESS RELEASE

(For Immediate Publication)

Tuesday, November 19, 2019 , Juba, South Sudan

THE CLOCK IS TICKING, SAYS RJMEC AS JOINT SECURITY MECHANISM WORKSHOP COMES TO A CLOSE IN JUBA

A two-day jointworkshop convened together by RJMEC, IGAD, AU Commission and CTSAMVM for the Revitalized Peace Agreement security mechanisms came to a close on Tuesday. 

The workshop was aimed at agreeing on a roadmap with clear timelines for the implementation of Transitional Security Arrangements within the one hundred (100) days extension" of the Pre-transitional period. 

Speaking during the closing ceremony n Juba, RJMEC Interim Chairperson H.E Ambassador Lt. Gen. Augostino said: 

“All of us know that time is against us, and this should keep us focused on achieving the tasks that have unfortunately held up the formation of the RTGoNU (Reconstituted Government of National Unity), on a solid foundation.” 

He added, “Similarly, I would like to remind all of you of the need to fine-tune your budgets and keep them realistic, and to implement activities according to principles of transparency and accountability. I also urge the Mechanisms at the same time to focus on the implementation of tasks that do not cost money.”

“The clock is ticking, and your work and commitment to the people of South Sudan is clear and much needed,” he said. 

Ambassador Njoroge reiterated on the importance of funding for the tasks identified by the Mechanisms. 

“I continue to urge the Government to release the necessary funding so that the plans deliberated at this workshop can be put into action without any delay,” he said.  

“One day without funding is one day wasted, and surely the release of funds is a strong indicator of political will,” he concluded.  

ENDS