10/01/2026
ABYEI YOUTH UNION DELEGATES BID FAREWELL TO SOUTH SUDAN NATIONAL YOUTH UNION
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Abyei, 10th January 2026, The Youth Leader of Abyei Youth Union ,Mr Chan Mijak headed a delegation consisting of the Deputy Chairperson, Achai Leng Deng , Secretary General, Makuac Deng Jr. Secretary for External Affairs, Lal Chan Rech , Secretary for Strategic Planning Deng Ring Adol and Francis De Lal in bidding a farewell to the South Sudan National Youth Union at Agok Airstrip , Rumamer County, Abyei Special Administrative Area today.
The delegates of the National Youth Union included Hon.Mutawakil Mamour , Deputy Chairperson of South Sudan National Youth Union, Hon.Moses Ujok, the Secretary of Sports who is also the Representative of the Secretary of States and Administrative Affairs.
At farewell,the deputy chairperson Mrs Achai thanked the delegate for their dedication to promoting youth engagement and development in Abyei as well as their participation in Abyei youth convention.Mrs Achai stated and I quote "Your work has made a significant impact in convention credibility, and we appreciate your commitment to youth empowerment,".
During the Youth Convention, the South Sudan national youth delegates ensured a fair and transparent election process, working closely with Abyei government stakeholders Abyei Independent Electoral Committee former youth Union office ,Civil Society ,Abyei Woman Union to promote inclusivity, transparency , accountability,free and fair election .
The South Sudan national Youth Union deputy chairperson,Hon.Mutawakil advised the new leadership of Abyei Union to engage with neighboring states Communities , conducting capacity building to youth in Abyei , networking with NGOs that work with youth Developmental projects , and promote inclusivity in all aspects of national development. He stated "We must work together with our neighbors to promote peace and prosperity in the region.
Abyei youth Union leadership expressed their heartfelt gratitude to the delegates from South Sudan National Youth Union for their outstanding roles in making the convention a success. Mr Chan Mijak ,the Chairman stated "We appreciate your dedication, support, and leadership style you have shown to us ,"Your contributions have gone a long way in strengthening youth engagement and development in Abyei.
The Chairman of Abyei Youth Union also assured the national Youth Union of South Sudan that the new leadership will continue to cooperate and work closely with them to promote youth interests and development in Abyei.
In his farewell statement, Mr Chan Mijak said, "As you leave Abyei, know that you leave behind a team committed to continuing the work that had been started by the former office . We bid you farewell and safe travels, and look forward to working together.
Francis De Lal Deng
Information secretary
Abyei Youth Union
email:francisdelal061@gmail.com