Dr. Lam Akol: South Sudan not ready for free and air 2026 elections
National Democratic Movement (NDM) leader Dr. Lam Akol has warned that South Sudan is not currently ready to conduct free, fair, credible and peaceful elections in December 2026, calling instead for an inclusive national dialogue to build consensus on the country’s political future. Speaking at a press conference on Friday, NDM Secretary General Bol Joseph […]
When faith is put to the test: South Sudan’s historic elections, the moral duty of religious institutions
As South Sudan prepares for what could become its first truly historic democratic elections, faith-based institutions including churches, Islamic organizations, and other religious communities are approaching a defining moment. Their commitment to truth, justice, transparency, and peace will be tested as never before. The responsibility of religious institutions is not to endorse political parties or […]
Church warns elections without trust could trigger constitutional crisis
South Sudan’s Catholic bishops have warned that holding the country’s planned December elections without political dialogue, mutual trust and full implementation of the 2018 peace agreement could plunge the country into a constitutional and transitional crisis. In a communiqué issued after their annual plenary meeting in Juba from 15 to 17 July, the bishops said […]
Civil society calls for consensus before South Sudan’s 2026 elections
South Sudanese civil society leaders have called for urgent national consensus ahead of the country’s scheduled elections on 22 December 2026. The appeal was made by the Executive Director of the Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO), Edmund Yakani, following the recent visit of African Union High-Level Representative for the Horn of Africa and the […]
NEC receives $6m, acquires new headquarters ahead of 2026 elections
The National Election Commission (NEC) has received $6 million from the government to support civic and voter education activities as preparations for South Sudan’s scheduled 2026 elections gather momentum. Speaking in Juba, NEC Chairperson Prof. Abednego Akok Kachuol said the funding will be used to conduct voter awareness and civic education campaigns across the country’s […]
Kiir meets Collo King, calls for national unity ahead of elections
President Salva Kiir on Monday held discussions with the King of the Collo Kingdom, Kuongo Dak Padiet, focusing on national unity, stability, and preparations for the country’s upcoming elections. The meeting brought together the Head of State and the traditional leader in Juba, where both leaders exchanged views on the political and security situation in […]
South Sudan denies 24-month election extension reports
The South Sudanese government on Tuesday dismissed claims that its mandate had been extended by 24 months, insisting no such decision had been discussed by the Council of Ministers, even as it pledged to fund long-delayed general elections set for December 2026. Government Spokesperson and Information Minister Ateny Wek Ateny said reports circulating in sections […]
Ministers endorse peace deal amendments for 2026 elections
The Council of Ministers has approved a set of amendments to South Sudan’s peace framework, in a move aimed at paving the way for general elections scheduled for December 2026. The meeting, chaired by President Salva Kiir Mayardit, endorsed changes to the Revitalised Peace Agreement, which underpins the country’s ongoing transitional process. They say the […]
U.S. warns elections cannot be credible without political dialogue
The United States Embassy in South Sudan has cautioned that any forthcoming elections in South Sudan risk lacking credibility unless key political conditions are met, particularly the resumption of inclusive dialogue among parties to the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in South Sudan. In a statement released on Monday, the Embassy said […]
South Sudan to announce election date in June
South Sudan’s National Elections Commission (NEC) has revealed that the official date for the country’s long-awaited general elections will be announced in June, as preparations gather pace ahead of the planned polls in December 2026. The update came during a meeting between President Salva Kiir and the Chairperson of the National Elections Commission, Professor Abednego […]
