At least 26 civil society organisations in South Sudan and Sudan stressed the need for open and free dialogue that yield a mutually accepted agreement to resolve the current political differences in South Sudan.
They appealed to political leaders to put the interest and aspirations of the populace for peaceful coexistence, progress, development and happiness as their prime objective and mission.
The organizations appealed to President Salva Kiir to immediately release all persons in detention and start national reconciliation and political dialogue.
They also appealed to African Union and IGAD countries to place South Sudan as a top priority on their agenda and intervene to reach a negotiated peaceful settlement of the conflict.
The 26 civil society organizations called on all states neighbouring South Sudan to promote dialogue and reconciliation between the parties for a peaceful country.
They appealed to the humanitarian community to redouble their efforts in providing the necessary humanitarian assistance.