The Humanitarian Coordinator for South Sudan condemns threat letters against aid workers.
Mahimbo Mdoe in a statement expresses concerns regarding recent threat letters issued against aid workers in Bor, Jonglei, Torit, Eastern Equatoria and Mankien in Unity regions.
He says aid workers are working tirelessly across South Sudan to save lives and alleviate the suffering of civilians caught-up in conflict and hopeless situations.
It is absolutely unacceptable that aid workers, who place themselves at risk each day to help others, are being subjected to discrimination, threats and violence, Mdoe stresses.
The Coordinator urges all authorities to ensure the safety and security of aid workers in the areas they control across the country and prevent future threats against them.
He applauds the steps a taken by authorities in Bor, Torit and Mankien to address the recent threats against aid workers.
The Coordinator calls on all those with influence to respect aid workers and take quick action to prevent such threats in the future.