NEC urges action as South Sudan struggles with election awareness

With less than 17 months remaining until South Sudan’s national elections in December 2026, the National Election Commission (NEC) has raised concerns that 80% of the population remains unaware of the electoral process. NEC has vowed to intensify civic education efforts to ensure public understanding and participation. Speaking to the media, NEC Secretary Gabriel Bol […]
NEC: 2026 election hinges on political decisions on constitution, census

As South Sudan gears up for its first democratic elections, the National Election Commission (NEC) has emphasized that the success of the 2026 elections hinges on key decisions from political parties regarding the permanent constitution and the population census. During a media briefing on Friday, Gabriel Bol Deng, the Secretary of the NEC, explained that […]
South Sudanese civil society calls for political reconciliation ahead of elections

The Civil society organizations in South Sudan have called for immediate political dialogue to create a conducive environment for the country’s first fair, free, and credible elections. The call was made during a one-day dialogue held in Juba on Thursday which brought together over 60 participants from various regions, including representatives from each state, GPAA, […]
NEC prepares Central Equatoria for 2026 elections with new office

National Elections Commission (NEC) has inaugurated its Central Equatoria State High Elections Office, a move to prepare groundwork for the upcoming polls. Speaking during the inauguration, Paulino Lukudu Obede, acting governor of Central Equatoria State, said the new office represents a significant milestone in strengthening democratic institutions within the state. Lukudu further stated that the […]