During his four-day visit which commenced last Thursday, Francis engaged with top officials, emphasising the urgency of peace and progress.

The 2018 Revitalised Agreement on the Resolution of Conflict in South Sudan was highlighted by Francis as a pivotal framework that could help the country break free from the persistent cycle of violence and shift its focus towards development.

In a show of solidarity, Francis assured South Sudan's transitional unity government of the UN's support in organising the country's inaugural general elections slated for December.

--Reuters--