Mundri East Commissioner embarks on stakeholder consultations to fast-track peace, development

By Emmanuel Mandella

The newly appointed Mundri East County Commissioner, John Henry Ngalamu, has hit the ground as he embarked on consultations with the area stakeholders since taking office to restore and peace and stability.

The consultations include youth leaders, traditional chiefs, church elders, the business sector, academia and women’s representatives.

Speaking at one of the sessions, Commissioner Ngalamu stressed that development cannot flourish without social cohesion.

“We must work together as one community,” he declared.

“Our youth are not the leaders of the future they are the leaders of today. The choices they make now will define our county’s path for generations.”

He urged all the youth across the county to collaborate across traditional boundaries, pursue further education to become active agents of change.

His message resonated strongly, especially among community elders and religious leaders, who praised the call for intergenerational cooperation.

Mundri East County has in recent years faced challenges linked to insecurity, limited service delivery, and fragmented community engagement.

By bringing diverse groups to the same table, Commissioner Ngalamu is seeking to, foster peace and regular dialogue between community leaders creates a shared vision for the future.

Improve service delivery by direct engagement with different sectors enables the county administration to understand priority needs from schools and clinics to roads and water systems and to allocate resources more effectively.

Stakeholders have already pledged their commitment to working with the new administration.

Women’s groups expressed optimism that inclusive leadership will address issues like maternal health and girls’ education, while business owners welcomed the promise of a safer environment for trade and investment.

Religious leaders vowed to support peace campaigns across all payams, while youth representatives called for more skills training and job opportunities.

“This is the first time in years we’ve seen such an open door for all voices to be heard,” said one traditional chief.

“If we keep talking, we will keep the peace.”

With his early emphasis on unity and development, Commissioner Ngalamu’s leadership is being watched closely not only in Mundri East but across Western Equatoria State as a possible model for local governance rooted in dialogue, inclusion, and shared responsibility.