Central Equatoria State Healing and Reconciliation Committee Chairperson on Tuesday cried out about worsening roads’ and bridges’ condition within and around Juba City, calling for government attention.
Reverend Simon Peter who is in Kajo-Keji County for healing and reconciliation program told CRN that over 20 bridges on Kajo-Keji –Juba road deserve fixing to facilitate movements as soon as possible to avoid embarrassment to visitors to the city.
He cited the need for road maintenance within Juba City, decrying long waiting for over two hours to cross over a big stream locally known as Khor Romula.
Reverend Peter hailed local communities for trying to improve road conditions, but challenges government to prioritise roads and bridges’ construction by listening to cries from masses.
The pastor expressed worries that he would not be able to return to Juba if it rains in days to come.
He added that programs need time saving and quick response, but bad roads are frustrating.
Reverend Peter said South Sudanese are desperate for peace after turmoil of war, famine and trauma and that healing and reconciliation process takes some time.
He urged the nation to understand and recognize humanity more than any material value and interest.
CRN journalist also witnessed worsening Yei-Juba road with many vehicles stuck all over, making it impassable should rains continue at the same magnitude in the next two months.