Tore Payam

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Tore is an administrative area and one of the four Payams of Yei River County, Central Equatoria State, South Sudan. [1] [2] its located in the west of Yei and is the biggest town in the region and serves as the Administrative headquarter of Yei River It's located 48 miles maridi road with four boma of mundu, Baka,avokaya and Adio boma

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Tore Payam, situated within the picturesque landscapes of Central Equatoria State, South Sudan, holds a rich tapestry of cultural diversity and historical significance. Encompassing the traditional lands of the Avokaya, Baka, Mundu, Adio, and Ajugo tribes, Tore Payam serves as a vibrant hub where different ethnic groups converge, coexist, and thrive together.

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References

  1. Network, Catholic Radio (2016-07-30). "Tore Payam prays for peace in South Sudan". Catholic Radio Network for South Sudan and Nuba Mountains | CRN. Retrieved 2023-01-26.
  2. "Humanitarian Needs Assessment in Tore Payam, Yei County, Central Equatoria13 Feb 2022 | Assessment & Analysis Knowledge Management Platform". assessments.hpc.tools. Retrieved 2023-01-26.