NPC-SS opens Two-day workshop for C.E.S Parliamentarians

Supported by UNESCO, the event aimed at developing the capacity of state lawmakers on Freedom of Expression, Access to Information, Safety of Journalists, and understanding of the Role of Journalists.

During the opening, UNESCO’s country representative, Mr. Julius Banda said “Freedom of Expression is the drive of all the development goals.” He challenged the lawmakers to ensure their laws were consistent and based on international standards.

Julius lamented that the largest number of children are out of school, saying, “In South Sudan, we have an ironic education; more children are at home than in school,” adding that 2.2 million children attend school while 2.8 million are out of school.

On his part the speaker of the CES parliament lauded UNESCO and NPC-SS for making the trainings possible. He challenged the participants to pay keen attention to the training and use the knowledge to benefit the people of Central Equatoria State and South Sudan.

The speaker also called upon UNESCO and NPC-SS to continue funding and organizing the invaluable trainings.

Bullen Kenyi Wani, NPC-SS Chairperson emphasized the essence of training law makers and law enforcers on media freedom, adding that NPC-SS with support from UNESCO and other stakeholders is committed to making such relevant trainings possible, especially as the country prepare for it’s elections.