29/07/2024
The Red Army Foundation ( RAF ) commemorate its 12th anniversary in Bor after 38 years of the formation of the Red Army, a child-associated unit of the Sudan People’s Liberation Army ( SPLM ) rebel movement in Sudan.
The RAF embraced peace and unity on July 29th, as a remembrance of 21 years of patriotism and struggle.
Jesh el Hamer also known as Red Army in English, turned up in large numbers to remember colleagues, relatives and dear ones who sacrifice lives for the sake of freedom.
On behalf of the Jonglei Governor, Mahjuop Biel Turuk, Deputy Governor, Atong Kuol Manyang said Red Army members have aged 40 to 55 years.
Atong who urges RAF members to remain united said there’s a need for considering new recruits to keep the organization alive.
Red Army Foundation is a non- political and military organization registered by the South Sudan Relief and Rehabilitation Commission on 29th of July 2012 to work for the development and rehabilitation of the veterans.
Atong said she joined the Red Army in Itang and later moved to Palotak where she registered with Face Foundation groups.
Acting Chairperson Michael Adoor Mabior said that 29th July is a remarkable event for former child soldiers.
Adoor said although they were unable, they do what they can in memory of difficulties. He said the history of the RAF is paramount.
With most horrific testimonies, RAF would wish to inform its community to remain committed to the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolutions of the conflicts in South Sudan under Gen President Salva Kiir Mayardit, who is a Chief patron of the Red Army Foundation.
