CEPO warns South Sudan may miss December 2026 elections
The Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO) has warned that South Sudan risks failing to hold national elections scheduled for December 2026 due to delays in funding and political maneuvers that undermine the country’s electoral preparedness. Speaking on the release of CEPO’s seventh pre-election domestic observation report, covering January to March 2026, Edmond Yakani, Executive […]
Akobo in fear as civil society condemns SSPDF order targeting UNMISS base
Residents of Akobo County in Jonglei State are reportedly gripped by fear following an order by the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) directing the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), humanitarian agencies, and civilians to vacate the area within 72 hours. Civil society activists say the directive has heightened anxiety among local communities […]
Abiemnom violence a massacre and crime against humanity – CEPO
The Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO) has condemned the deadly violence in Abiemnom County, describing the killings as a massacre and a crime against humanity involving grave violations of human rights. Speaking for the organization, CEPO Executive Director Edmond Yekani said the attack claimed the lives of innocent civilians as well as senior county […]
South Sudan civil society welcomes AUC5 plus outcome, demands action
South Sudan’s civil society has welcomed the outcome of the AU C5 Plus meeting, describing it as a decisive step toward restoring peace and advancing the country’s stalled transition, while urging leaders to move swiftly from commitments to concrete action. Speaking after the meeting, Edmund Yakani, Executive Director of CEPO, praised the leadership of regional […]
AU’s AUC5 urged to pressure leaders on peace in South Sudan
Civil society activist Edmund Yakani, Executive Director of the Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO), has called on the African Union’s ad hoc peace mechanism, AUC5, to take decisive action to halt renewed fighting and push South Sudan’s leaders back to a peaceful political path. Speaking ahead of a side meeting on South Sudan held […]
Election budget delays threaten December 2026 Polls– activist warns
Delays in releasing election funds could jeopardize South Sudan’s December 2026 polls, activist Edmond Yakani has warned, saying the National Election Commission has received just six percent of its approved budget. Speaking after parliamentary deliberations, CEPO’s Edmond Yakani said the NEC is operating on just six percent of its approved election budget. Nyakani said the […]
South Sudan doctors push for early screening to fight cancer
Senior medical experts in South Sudan have renewed calls for early cancer screening, warning that late diagnosis is fueling the country’s growing cancer burden. Speaking during the World Cancer Day 2026 commemoration and a media orientation on accurate cancer reporting, organized by the South Sudan Cancer Network (SSCN) in partnership with the Community Empowerment for […]
Yakani urges Kiir to act on Kenya’s ceasefire and dialogue call
CEPO Executive Director Edmond Yakani has urged President Salva Kiir to act on Kenya’s call for a ceasefire and inclusive dialogue, warning that South Sudan’s transition remains fragile without decisive leadership. Yakani was responding to official statements issued after President William Ruto’s meeting with South Sudanese government representatives, in which Kenya called for an immediate […]
Adil named 2026 cancer advocacy ambassador
Central Equatoria State Governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony has been named the 2026 Cancer Advocacy Ambassador, in recognition of his commitment to advancing cancer awareness, prevention, and treatment in South Sudan. The designation was announced following a meeting in Juba between Governor Adil and the South Sudan Cancer Association Network (SSCAN), led by its Chairperson, Dr. […]
South Sudan’s trade ministry backs initiative for local cancer treatment
The Ministry of Trade and Industry has expressed strong support for an initiative aimed at establishing affordable, locally based cancer treatment centers in South Sudan. The followed a consultative meeting held today between the Minister, Atong Kuol Manyang, and representatives of the South Sudan Cancer Association Network (SSCAN) and the Community Empowerment for Progress Organization […]
