Juba, South Sudan
August 27, 2021—The Chairman of the Red Army Foundation, Deng Bol Aruai Bol has announced that the leadership of the Red Army Foundation and the SPLM Red Army League have bridged their differences.
“Today 27th August, 2021, the combined leadership of the Red Army Foundation and SPLM Red Army League held an introductory meeting to resolve outstanding issues between the Red Army Fraternity and its mother party, the SPLM”, Chairman of Red Army Foundation Mr. Deng Bol said.
In a statement extended to Nyamilepedia, the meeting between two sides has cordially resolved the following:-
“Resolved to put all differences aside and embark on dialogue and reconciliation as to continue the vision of SPLM/A;
” Resolved to delegate the SPLM Red Army League to do political work and continue to be the voice of the Red Army and war veterans of the SPLM/A-led liberation;
” Resolved that the Red Army Foundation will continue to be an NGO engaging in legacy preservation, developmental projects and commercial activities, and;
” Resolved that the SPLM and the SPLM Red Army will form a working committee to listen to the grievances and aspirations of the Red Army and provide a duration solution.
Two weeks ago, Mr. Deng accused the unnamed elements of creating misunderstanding between SPLM Chairman, president Kiir and his Red Army Foundation.
The root cause of their problem is not clear however, some activists allegedly reported that the members of Red Army are not happy with the recent changes that happened in the party.
Deng reiterated his call for Salva to intervene on the matter
