JMEC: Transparency and accountability in the utilization of R-ARCSS implementation funds critical
RJMEC Interim Chairperson H.E. Ambassador Lt. Gen. Augostino Njoroge (Photo: Supplied)
Nov 28th, 2019 (SSNN)-The Reconstituted Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission (RJMEC) has convened its 11th monthly plenary on Wednesday 27th November, 2019 in Juba, South Sudan.
Speaking during the opening session of the plenary, RJMEC Interim Chairperson H.E. Ambassador Lt. Gen. Augostino Njoroge called for prudent management and utilization of funds meant for the implementation of the remaining critical pre-transitional tasks of the Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in South Sudan (R-ARCSS).
Ambassador Njoroge said: “I must emphasize that the principles of accountability and transparency in the management of the availed funds is of paramount importance.”
He also called on the delivery of in-kind donations that are held up in Juba to their intended cantonment sites without any further delay.
“I urge that some funds be used to immediately purchase and deliver food and supplies to cantonment sites to address the unfortunate situation of troops without basic supplies leaving the sites,” he added.
In his remarks, the Chaiperson made the following recommendations:
a) The NPTC (National Pre-Transitional Committee) to immediately release the requisite funds to the implementing mechanisms and set up a follow up mechanism to ensure accountability and transparency;
b) The new mechanism agreed on in Entebbe should immediately commence its work;
c) The IGAD Special Envoy should urgently convene meetings of the Parties to resolve all the outstanding issues;
d) All security mechanisms should adhere to their action plans;
e) Tasks that do not cost money should be completed without further delay;
f) Encourage regular face-to-face meetings of the leadership of the Parties to the Agreement during the 100 days extended period;
g) Appeal to the IGAD Heads of States and Government and the Council of Ministers to remain closely engaged;
h) The IGAD Special Envoy to expedite his engagement with the non-signatories; and
i) The Constitutional Amendment Bill and other relevant laws to be enacted without any further delay.
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