By Riak Chol

The government has launched wildlife tourism in Jonglei and the Greater Pibor Administrative Area to revitalize the economy and showcase the region’s natural beauty.

Speaking at the event, Major General David Deng Adol, Director for Wildlife Conservation and Tourism in Jonglei State emphasized the potential of wildlife tourism to generate revenue, create jobs, and improve the livelihoods of local communities.

He said the delegation was able to visit Jonglei State mostly parts of Bor County, including Ngalapicho and Gadian.

 They went to GPAA, and they launched the tourism activities in the two sisterly states of Jonglei and the greater Pibor administrative area,” said Adol.

Adol appealed to the communities in Jonglei state to stop poaching, adding that the wildlife is the biggest resource of the country.

“This is a historic moment for Jonglei and Pibor, we have been blessed with incredible natural resources, and it is time to share them with the world. Wildlife tourism will not only bring economic benefits but also help to protect our environment and preserve our cultural heritage.” 

While challenges remain, such as security concerns and the need for further investment in infrastructure, the launch of wildlife tourism in Jonglei and Pibor represents a significant step forward for the region.

Last year, President Salva Kiir urged security forces and the Ministry of Wildlife and its partners to “priorities the training and equipping of wildlife rangers to combat poaching and trafficking” of wildlife saying those caught should be brought to court and punished.