Opposition warns Kiir’s caretaker team could undermine electoral trust
South Sudan’s opposition has warned that President Salva Kiir Mayardit’s caretaker administration could undermine public confidence in the country’s December elections if political parties are not consulted over its composition. Presidential aspirant Kornelio Kon Ngu said on Wednesday that the caretaker government should include politically neutral officials capable of managing state institutions while preparing the […]
NPM endorses Issa Muzamil Makelele to challenge Kiir in 2026 election
The National Patriotic Movement (NPM) has endorsed its chairman, Dr. Issa Muzamil Sebit Makelele, as its presidential candidate for South Sudan’s December 2026 general elections, just a day after President Salva Kiir Mayardit dissolved the transitional government. The announcement was made by NPM Secretary-General Gatkouth during a press conference in Juba on Wednesday, September 23, […]
Warrap governor race gathers steam as Maduot, Atem declare bids
Former South Sudan Football Association president, Gen. Augustino Maduot Parek, has joined former Gogrial State Governor Maj. Gen. Victor Atem Atem in declaring interest in the governorship of Warrap State ahead of the December 22, 2026 general elections. Parek announced his intention to contest for the state’s top political office, saying he is ready to […]
