Journalist Christopher Allen in South Sudan. (File photo).

The Minister of Cabinet Affairs has formed a fact-finding committee to investigate the death of British-American journalist Christopher Allen.

The Journalist was killed on May 26, 2017 during clashes between the government and SPLA-IO forces in Kaya border town in Central Equatoria State.

The 8-member committee headed by Justice Charles Ali Bial is tasked to investigate the circumstances that led to his death.

The committee members are; Brig Gen. Riak Bim Top, Brig. Gen. Jalpan Obyec Kir, Brig. Gen. Alex Makelele Rapporteur.

Lawrence Kamilo Loro, George Stephen Lomeling, and Ochala Paul Omal are others.

In a Ministerial order issued by Dr Martin Elia Lomuro on Monday, 2nd October, the committee is tasked to ascertain the cause and the circumstances of the death of journalist Christopher Allen.

It is mandated to identify, summon, and interview any relevant witnesses or witnesses of the incident.

Where it deems necessary, co-opts any relevant member or members.

The committee has 15 working days from the date of its signature to submit its findings and recommendations.