Even more worrying for Kenya is that the action eviscerates the country’s contribution to peace and stability in Sudan. The agreement also set a timetable for the referendum on the independence of South Sudan. It was also critical that the peace process in South Sudan be continually encouraged and any challenges that arise quickly addressed if justice was to become the cornerstone of the governance architecture in South Sudan. It had become apparent to many that the situation in South Sudan required more sustained political negotiation than military presence. As is the case in many conflict areas, military action without commensurate political negotiations can only have limited impact.

Source: Daily Nation November 28, 2016 20:25 UTC