In Pacong, a small town located in Rumbek East County, pupils have taken to the streets to demonstrate and demand that their teachers be paid and their rights protected. The protest, which began on Monday morning, saw hundreds of pupils from various schools in the area come together to voice their concerns.
The pupils, who held up placards and chanted slogans, accused the government of neglecting their education by failing to pay their teachers for several months. Many of the teachers in the area have reportedly not been paid for up to six months, leaving them in a difficult financial situation and unable to provide for their families.
In addition to demanding the payment of their teachers, the pupils also called for the protection of their teachers’ rights. They accused the government of failing to provide adequate support and protection to teachers who are often subjected to verbal and physical abuse by the authorities.
The protest was peaceful, with no reports of violence or arrests. However, the pupils have threatened to continue demonstrating unless their demands are met. They have called on the government to take urgent action to address the issue and ensure that teachers are paid on time and their rights protected.
The situation in Pacong highlights the challenges facing education in South Sudan, where many schools are understaffed and under-resourced. The government has been urged to prioritize education and provide the necessary support to ensure that all children have access to quality education.
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