Introduction
The Civil War in South Sudan is Africa’s most prolonged armed conflict. Although the conflict emerged in 2013, the involved parties tried to sign additional agreements, but none helped terminate it entirely. Since the direct actors of this war, such as Sudan’s government, armed forces, and people’s movements, cannot resolve the ongoing conflict, it should be addressed by an international organization to address its root causes.
The South Sudan Civil War
The South Sudan Civil War’s most active actors are governments and rebel groups. Although it has lasted since 2013, it is hard to say that the local government, comprised of Sudan People’s Liberation Movement agents, did not attempt to end the conflict. For example, President Kiir signed a power-sharing contract with Machar, a rebel leader, in 2018 with the mediation of Uganda and Sudan (BBC 4). It did not bring fruitful results since rebel forces refused to join the national army and terminate their actions against humanity. Nevertheless, it might bring stability when more persistently assisted by an international community.
Since local agents cannot terminate their conflict, the international community should recognize the problem that pushes the whole African continent to the brink. Considering that 860000 citizens might flee the country, moving to the nearest places and needing financial assistance from the Red Cross, it already invites several organizations to cooperate (CNN). For example, one such mediating agent is the United Nations (UN), which has been involved in the conflict since 2013, focusing on protecting citizens (Center for Preventive Action 10).
As the UN pursues peacekeeping missions worldwide, it should be engaged in ceasing violence and enhancing security on the African continent. The agency first brings two party leaders from two different ethnic groups, Dinka and Nuer, to the negotiating table with constructive dialogue by putting pressure on them. Later, it provides medical and educational assistance to the citizens to stop the violence caused by illiteracy and poverty. This measure would finally ensure that locals stop corruption and political fragmentation, developing trust in the government.
Conclusion
To conclude, resolving the civil war in South Sudan is more than just a signed agreement, as it has a long history of ethnic, political, and social tensions. Hence, it demands a more comprehensive approach covering all conflict’s causes, involved parties, and international peace-bringing bodies such as the UN. The struggles of one country should not be ignored or neglected by world organizations and leaders.
Works Cited
BBC. “South Sudan Country Profile.” Web.
Center for Preventive Action. “Civil War in South Sudan.” Global Conflict Tracker, Web.
CNN. “Sudan’s War is Pushing the Economy Over the Edge.” Web.