{"id":92263,"date":"2026-04-21T14:01:17","date_gmt":"2026-04-21T14:01:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/south-sudan\/all-news\/lainya-county-dialogues-with-cattle-herders-ahead-farming"},"modified":"2026-04-21T14:42:01","modified_gmt":"2026-04-21T14:42:01","slug":"lainya-county-dialogues-with-cattle-herders-ahead-farming","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/south-sudan\/all-news\/lainya-county-dialogues-with-cattle-herders-ahead-farming","title":{"rendered":"Lainya County Dialogues With Cattle Herders Ahead Farming"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Africa-Press &#8211; South-Sudan. <\/strong><\/span>The authorities in Central Equatoria State\u2019s Lainya County have begun formal dialogue with cattle herders from Terekeka County and Jonglei State as part of a new security resolution aimed at reducing conflict between farmers and pastoralists ahead of the rainy season.<\/p>\n<p>The initiative, led by Commissioner Huda Laila, follows a briefing with Governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony at the State Secretariat on Monday. The discussions focused on recurring tensions caused by cattle movements through farming areas, which often disrupt agricultural activities.<\/p>\n<p>Speaking to the media, Commissioner Laila emphasized the importance of peaceful coexistence between communities.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe are engaging our brothers, the cattle herders, to understand the importance of peaceful coexistence,\u201d she stated. \u201cOur priority is to ensure that citizens can access their farms without fear as the rainy season begins.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Commissioner Laila noted that the county is working directly with herders from Terekeka County and Jonglei State to create mutual understanding and reduce friction during seasonal migration. She further assured residents that security in Lainya County remains stable.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cSecurity in Lainya is normal and stable. We are working closely with all stakeholders to maintain peace and create an environment where development can thrive,\u201d she said. \u201cWe are implementing the state pillars of security stabilization and promoting good neighborliness, which are essential for development and unity among our communities.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The local authorities said sustained dialogue with cattle herders and neighboring communities will be central to ensuring long-term peace, improved agricultural productivity, and economic stability in Lainya County.<\/p>\n<p><strong>For More News And Analysis About <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">South-Sudan<\/span> Follow <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; South-Sudan. The authorities in Central Equatoria State\u2019s Lainya County have begun formal dialogue with cattle herders from Terekeka County and Jonglei State as part of a new security resolution aimed at reducing conflict between farmers and pastoralists ahead of the rainy season. 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