Skip to main content

KAJOKEJI RESPONDS: OPEN LETTER TO THE CENTRAL EQUATORIA STATE CABINET ON THE APPROVAL OF THE KAJO-KEJI CEMENT MINING PROJECT

Letter shared as written

Date: 4th October 2025.

Location: Kajo-Keji County, Central Equatoria State, Republic of South Sudan


To:

The Honourable Cabinet Ministers of Central Equatoria State

Government of the Republic of South Sudan

Juba.

Subject: Community Position on the Approval of the Kajo-Keji Cement Mining Project

Dear Honorable Ministers,

We, the people of Kajo-Keji County, have learned of the recent approval of the Cement Mining Project to be undertaken within our community. We recognize and appreciate the government’s efforts to promote economic development, industrial growth, and job creation in our State.

However, as the custodians of our ancestral land and natural resources, we believe that any development project — particularly a mining operation of this magnitude — must be conducted with full respect for the rights, welfare, and participation of the host community.

Before the project commences, the people of Kajo-Keji demand the signing of a binding Community Development Agreement (CDA) between the mining company and the community. This agreement should clearly outline the obligations, benefits, and protections for our people in line with national laws and international standards of responsible mining.

Our Key Community Demands.

1. Compensation and Resettlement

Fair and transparent compensation for all individuals and families whose land or livelihoods are affected by the mining project.

Proper resettlement, with adequate housing, farmland, schools, and health facilities for displaced persons before mining begins.

2. Infrastructure Development

Construction of the Juba–Kajo-Keji Road and internal roads linking all Payams, Bomas, and administrative centers.

Building of public offices, bridges, and social infrastructure to enhance mobility and service delivery.

3. Education Development

Construction of 3 Nursery Schools, 3 Primary Schools, and 2 University or Vocational Institutions in each Payam.

Provision of scholarships for bright but needy students from Kajo-Keji to pursue higher education in technical, engineering, and environmental fields related to the project.

4. Water and Sanitation

Improvement and expansion of clean water systems, boreholes, and sanitation facilities across the County.

5. Employment and Training

Priority employment for qualified residents of Kajo-Keji at all levels of the company’s operations.

Establishment of training and apprenticeship programs for local youth, women, and vulnerable groups to build skills in mining, construction, and environmental management.

6. Environmental Protection and Health

Conduct and public disclosure of a comprehensive Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) before operations begin.

Establishment of environmental monitoring systems to prevent pollution of air, soil, and water.

Support for health centers to address health challenges that may arise from mining activities.

7. Community Development Fund

Creation of a Community Development Fund (CDF) equivalent to a fair percentage of the company’s annual profits.

The fund shall support roads, schools, health centers, agriculture, and youth development initiatives, managed jointly by the community and company representatives.

8. Transparency and Accountability

Public disclosure of all agreements, environmental assessments, and revenue-sharing mechanisms.

Regular community consultations and reports on the project’s progress and community benefits.

9. Security and Cultural Protection

Assurance of community security and safety during project operations.

Protection of cultural and historical sites, sacred lands, and cemeteries from destruction or displacement.

10. Periodic Review and Oversight

The Community Development Agreement should be reviewed every two years to assess compliance and address new community priorities.

Conclusion

The people of Kajo-Keji are not against development, but we demand development with dignity, fairness, and shared prosperity. We urge the Central Equatoria State Government and the mining company to engage our community leadership, civil society, youth, and women’s representatives in transparent dialogue before any ground activity begins.

By doing so, this project can become a model for inclusive and sustainable mining in South Sudan — one that uplifts our people while contributing to national progress.

Signed:

On behalf of the People of Kajo-Keji County

#KK_Music_Must_Shine_2025 

#Kajo_Keji_Amplifier


The letter is shared as it is written. 

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

MAGWI COUNTY UNDER CATTLE ATTACKS AGAIN.

    File Image July 11, 2025. 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 ...
Post a Comment
Read more

IN HIS FOOTSTEPS: The Characters of A Leader's Heart

Meta AI "This is a faithful saying: If a man desires the position of a bishop, he desires a good work." 1 Timothy 3:1-7 Devotion 10. July 10, 2025 God's Design for Leadership   God alone is omniscient and sovereign. He designed leadership with specific character traits, appointing humanity to steward the world on His behalf. As we progress through Scripture, we observe God's design for leadership and the character traits required of each individual.   For example, He denied Saul leadership despite the pressure from the people. He chose David from among Jesse's children because David met His criteria, possessing the character and qualities worthy of leadership. In leadership, there are specific characteristics that leaders must embody to lead God's people. Paul listed these qualities in his letter to Timothy, emphasizing integrity, humility, and servanthood as essential for leading the church of God.   The Contrast Between God's Design and the Worl...
Post a Comment
Read more

ESTABLISH A SEPARATE AND INDEPENDENT DINKA KINGDOM WITHIN THEIR TERRITORIES.” Advocate Kenyi Advises President Kiir

Advocate & human rights lawyer Kenyi YA Kenyi said that Salva Kiir has long abandoned the national interest of South Sudan and instead chosen to pursue a narrow and divisive tribal agenda. From the time he was appointed deputy—based on tribal considerations—during the liberation struggle to all his subsequent roles within the regime, Kiir has consistently implemented policies that prioritize the interests of one ethnic group: the Jieng (Dinka), at the direct expense of the other 63 tribes of South Sudan.   Through his actions and appointments, he has systematically planted the seeds of division, ethnic discord, and mistrust among our people. Under his leadership, South Sudan—a sovereign nation built by the collective sacrifice of 64 tribes—has been reduced to what increasingly appears to be an absolute Jieng Kingdom, with Salva Kiir acting as its self-declared King.   If Kiir remains committed to advancing his tribal project, then we are left with no option but to gran...
Post a Comment
Read more