CEPO Director Calls for Urgent Cleanup of State House Road to Enhance National Image
In a passionate address, Mr. Edmund Yakani, Executive Director of the Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO), urged the leadership of the Juba City Council to prioritize the cleanliness of a key road leading to the State House, home to top government officials, including the President and Vice Presidents.
Yakani expressed his concerns during a recent briefing, highlighting the unsightly condition of the road that stretches from the former Home and Away Hotel to the vital junction near the State House. “If you look at that road, it is so dirty,” he remarked. “There is a significant amount of sand covering half of the road, and when it rains, water stands at specific points, creating a concerning image.”
Emphasizing the importance of this thoroughfare, Yakani stated, “That road is an image of the nation. It is where our leaders live, and it should reflect the cleanness of Juba City.” He expressed a sense of urgency, requesting the Juba City Council to deploy cleaning teams to address the situation promptly.
“I have seen people cleaning some streets of Juba, but I wonder why the sand in the middle of this important road has not been cleared,” Yakani added. “We must maintain this road not just for the sake of our leaders, but for the citizens and tourists who pass through. It should be a tourist road showcasing the beauty of our nation.”
Yakani concluded his appeal by stating that the condition of the road is not just about aesthetics but also about the nation’s pride. “The cleanness of that road is very important and should be taken as a priority. It reflects the image of the government of South Sudan,” he emphasized.
As citizens await action from the Juba City Council, Yakani’s call for a cleaner, more dignified street resonates as a reminder of the broader responsibility of leaders to cultivate a positive national image.
