South Sudan Ambassador hails Archbishop Odama’s call for peace in the world

The Archbishop of Gulu Diocese, His Grace John Baptist Odama, has appealed for peace globally in the wake of conflicts in the Holy Sea and various other nations.

Delivering a communique at South Sudan Embassy in Kampala, His Grace Odama addressed Ambassador H.E Simon Juach Deng, directing the message to South Sudan President, H.E Salva Kiir.

The communique, crafted by the Acholi Religious Leaders Peace Initiative, emphasizes the need for peace not only in South Sudan and Uganda but across the entire world.

The Archbishop noted the ongoing conflicts between Israel and Palestine, as well as Russia and Ukraine, as poignant reminders that humanity must prioritize unity over conflict.

“Not only peace in Uganda and South Sudan, we are concerned about peace in the world,” Archbishop Odama stated. “When they are fighting amongst themselves, they are touching me, and that is why we came together as an organization to advocate for humanity.”

Expressing their commitment to promoting harmony in East Africa, Archbishop Odama revealed plans to visit Congo, Kenya, and Tanzania. He urged leaders worldwide to work towards peace and guide their followers in the right direction.

Welcoming the Archbishop, H.E Simon Juach Deng, the South Sudanese ambassador to Uganda, affirmed their readiness to collaborate with anyone advocating for peace in the region. “Your journey and our efforts will not only bring peaceful coexistence for people living along our common borders but also foster peace in our countries, East Africa, Africa, and the world at large,” the Ambassador declared.

Ambassador Juach updated South Sudanese residents in Uganda about the upcoming general elections in December, emphasizing that the 2018 peace agreement is nearing its conclusion. He encouraged those living abroad to return voluntarily, assuring them that the government is working to ensure a peaceful, free, and fair electoral process.

“We have been urging our people, those settled in urban areas, the refugees, to voluntarily return home, because they need to come back and contribute to the productivity in the country. We have professionals that are practicing outside the country but their services are needed more back home. And we believe we will work with you, your grace on this message of peace to give reassurance to our people that you can come back home, establish yourself and contribute to the development of our country,” the Ambassador noted.