The Catholic Cardinal of the Archdiocese of Juba, Stephen Ameyu Martin Mulla, has expressed his admiration for the leadership of Augustino Jadalla Kamilo Wani, the caretaker Governor of Central Equatoria State. During a meeting with Governor Jadalla in Juba on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, Cardinal Ameyu congratulated Jadalla on his reappointment, describing him as a unifying figure capable of guiding Central Equatoria State towards stability and peaceful elections.
Cardinal Ameyu reaffirmed the Catholic Church's commitment to working with the state government to promote reconciliation, strengthen social cohesion, and support peace efforts. He emphasized the Church's role in supporting a peaceful electoral process and welcomed reported improvements in security and administration in Central Equatoria State. The meeting was an opportunity for the two leaders to discuss unity, security, and the role of the Church in promoting peace and stability.
Governor Jadalla said his caretaker administration was committed to uniting the population, strengthening security, and preparing citizens for elections. He commended the Catholic Church for its continued role in promoting reconciliation and healing, saying spiritual guidance was essential to achieving lasting peace and stability. The Governor's administration has been working to address the challenges facing the state and promote a peaceful and stable environment.
The meeting between Cardinal Ameyu and Governor Jadalla was attended by the caretaker Juba County Commissioner, Kalisto Lado, and the caretaker Mayor of Juba City Council, Christopher Sarafino Wani. Both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to working together to strengthen peace, promote unity, and advance development across the state. This meeting demonstrates the importance of collaboration between the government and the Church in promoting peace and stability.
Cardinal Ameyu's visit to Governor Jadalla is a significant development in the efforts to promote peace and stability in Central Equatoria State. The Catholic Church has been actively involved in promoting reconciliation and healing in South Sudan, and its support for Governor Jadalla's administration is seen as a positive step towards achieving lasting peace and stability.
The relationship between the government and the Church is crucial in promoting peace and stability in South Sudan. The Church has a significant role to play in promoting reconciliation and healing, and its support for the government can help to build trust and confidence among the population. Governor Jadalla's administration has been working to promote a peaceful and stable environment, and the Church's support is seen as essential to achieving this goal.
The meeting between Cardinal Ameyu and Governor Jadalla highlights the importance of unity, security, and peace in Central Equatoria State. The two leaders emphasized the need for collaboration and cooperation to promote peace and stability, and their commitment to working together to advance development across the state. This meeting demonstrates a positive step towards achieving lasting peace and stability in South Sudan.
Key points
- The Catholic Church has pledged its support for Governor Jadalla's administration and the peace process in Central Equatoria State.
- Governor Jadalla's administration is committed to uniting the population, strengthening security, and preparing citizens for elections.
- The meeting between Cardinal Ameyu and Governor Jadalla highlights the importance of collaboration between the government and the Church in promoting peace and stability.
