Poaching, conflict hinder South Sudan’s tourism

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Illegal hunting and conflicts in some parts of the country affect the viability of tourism in South Sudan.
 
Wildlife Services Director-General Philip Chol Majak said conflicts, poaching and cattle rustling are major causes of wildlife insecurity, Bakhita Radio reported.
 
He said the government is working on modalities to disarm civilian populations settling around the National Parks.
 
Mr. Chol announced that the ministry is working to present Wildlife Conservation bills to the parliament for approval.
 
South Sudan has six national parks including Nimule, Badingilo, Garamba and Shambe.