THE AFRICA TIMES | SOUTH SUDAN —
Introduction of New Airstrip in Leer County
Residents of Leer County in South Sudan’s Unity State have welcomed the completion and handover of the county’s first concrete airstrip. This project is expected to significantly improve transportation, humanitarian access, and emergency response services in one of South Sudan’s most remote areas.
Impact on Transportation and Humanitarian Efforts
The new facility was constructed by the World Food Programme (WFP) with financial support from the United Kingdom government. Officials assert that the airstrip will enhance the movement of people, facilitate the delivery of humanitarian supplies, and strengthen development efforts in the county.
During the handover ceremony, Leer County Commissioner Stephen Taker Riak Dong described the completion of the airstrip as a historic achievement. He noted that residents have long faced transportation challenges due
