Eastern Equatoria State Agriculture-Forestry Minister says a group of illegal armed loggers are threatening to exhaust Kalisoni natural forest in Magwi County.
Clement Chichim Laku expresses fear that the illegal loggers put the forest at risk of depletion, Radio Emmanuel reported.
The Minister observes rampant illegal exploitation of forests for charcoal by communities close to urban centres.
Minister Chichim also decries bush fire and uncontrolled clearing of vegetation covering the environment, saying it is a serious threat.