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To the Commissioner, Magwi County
Magwi County Maize Crops under Cattle
Attack Again
I am writing to inform you that Magwi
County is once again facing an attack by cattle driven by the Dinka Balalo of
Uganda. This is a direct result of an evacuation in response to the President's
executive order aimed at stopping cattle-related conflicts in the Acholi region
of Northern Uganda.
As you may recall, the last conflict in
Magwi County, which occurred in February, claimed lives and was not an isolated
incident. Similar conflicts have recurred since 2014, when the Dinka Balalo
from Bor forcefully entered Magwi County and the Equatoria region.
Hon, you and the Magwi County community
need to be aware of the potential resettlement of cattle in our lands. Our
county's livelihood depends on its fertile soil, whereas the Dinka Balalo's
survival relies on milk production. I urge you and your security team to remain
vigilant and prevent any cattle from stopping over in Magwi County.
The people of Magwi County cannot afford
to lose their lives and properties again. This issue is not political, and it
is crucial that we stand united to address it. I call upon the community to
voice themselves responsibly and fight this battle with unity, guided by the
spirit of Ubuntu: "the one who comes in peace, give him water; the one who
comes to learn, teach him; the one who comes to fight, conquer him with
unity."
We must remember the past atrocities,
such as the burning of our mothers in Abara, the slaying of Sultan Ebele John
of Nimule, the Agoro rapes and fatalities, and the killings in Mugali and other
parts of the county. We must claim our peace, rights, and dignity. Let us
ensure that no cattle settle in any part of Magwi County to avoid further
bloodshed. May we heal and coexist with those who are peaceful.
Sincerely,
Ayella John Bosco
Concerned Citizen, Magwi County
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