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 […]
Civil society raises concerns over women’s role in upcoming elections
Civil society organizations in South Sudan have expressed concern over the limited participation of women in political leadership and the potential risks that could undermine their involvement as the country prepares for its anticipated national elections. The concerns were raised during a press briefing held in Juba by representatives of the Gender Observatory Platform, a […]
Kiir forms election committee, excludes Dr. Machar loyalists
President Salva Kiir Mayardit on Friday evening issued a presidential order establishing a broad-based leadership committee to conduct dialogue on election-related issues in South Sudan. The new committee includes representatives from SPLM, SPLM-IO (Stephen Par Kuol faction), the National Agenda, the South Sudan Opposition Alliance (SSOA), other political parties, former detainees, eminent personalities, and key […]
Why South Sudan’s elections remain in doubt, according to RJMEC
With less than a year remaining before South Sudan’s planned elections, the Reconstituted Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission (RJMEC) says the country is still far from meeting the minimum conditions required for a credible vote. The warning is contained in RJMEC’s quarterly report covering the period from October 1 to December 31, 2025, which highlights […]
Election watch flags missed electoral deadline on constituency announcement
A civil society leader has raised alarm over what he described as the first major violation of South Sudan’s electoral timeline, warning that the failure to announce geographical constituencies by the legally mandated deadline threatens the credibility of the country’s planned 2026 elections. Speaking under the Election Watch initiative, the Chief Executive Officer of the […]
Kiir, allies approve peace changes without Machar’s SPLM-IO
The Presidency in Juba unanimously endorsed changes to key peace agreement clauses to pave the way for elections, proceeding without Machar-led SPLM-IO. The Juba session brought together the Presidency and allied parties but went ahead without Machar’s SPLM-IO, raising concerns over inclusivity and consensus. According to a communiqué drafted following last week’s Presidency meeting, the […]
