The Political Parties Council (PPC) advised the political leadership to resolve that political parties with military affiliates should denounce allegiance to their armed wings in order to qualify them register with the council. Continue reading Political parties could denounce armed wings to register for elections: Zakayo
Category: Politics
NEC boss hints at use of 2010 geographical constituencies in 2024 elections
The National Elections Commission suggested to the government the use of the 2010 geographical constituencies to conduct the anticipated December 2024 elections. Continue reading NEC boss hints at use of 2010 geographical constituencies in 2024 elections
Dr. Lam: South Sudanese fed up with transitional govt since 2005
The leader of National Democratic Movement Dr. Lam Akol said the South Sudanese people are most likely fed up with being ruled by a transitional government since 2005. Continue reading Dr. Lam: South Sudanese fed up with transitional govt since 2005
Machar backs R-JMEC proposal for political dialogue on elections
First Vice President Dr Riek Machar has agreed to the R-JMEC proposal for peace parties to dialogue and reach a consensus on the possibility of holding elections as scheduled in December 2024.
Continue reading Machar backs R-JMEC proposal for political dialogue on elections
Bakosoro assigns civil society to find remedy for election row
The Minister of Presidential Affairs has challenged civil society organizations to suggest the way forward regarding controversies surrounding the conduct of upcoming elections. Continue reading Bakosoro assigns civil society to find remedy for election row
Parliament to prioritize key bills ahead of elections -Agany
The National Legislative Assembly will prioritize the deliberation and passing of bills related to the implementation of peace agreement as soon as the sitting resumes, says Spokesperson.
On December 14, 2023, Speaker Jemma Nunu Kumba declared a six-week recess until the 15 of February, 2024.
But this has delayed by a month now.
Speaking on the Sundown Show on Friday, lawmaker John Agany hoped that the sitting resumes soon as the country heads towards elections.
According to him, some bills related to the peace agreement were table before the August house – with some in the first reading stages.
“As far as I’m concerned, they (bills) have been tabled for the first time and you know that the bills are actually tabled in four stages. Some of these bills are already tabled and they are with this specialized committees.
Hon.Agany blame the delay on the recess saying; “We were caught up when we went on December 15 for recess,and I hope as soon as we will come back to resume because we are going for election.“
Hon.Agany said once the sessions resume, the parliament will give priority to those bills including the Anti-GBV bill and family laws.
“Of course, we will give a chance to build what is called for by the peace agreement. We will treat them first. If any of them comes across definitely, we will give it a priority.
“It will not take time by the way, and we will have those bills passed. They have taken time because of recess, so recess has become our enemy because it delays.
According to the roadmap extending the 2018 peace deal, South Sudanese will cast their votes in December this year.
On February 13, the SPLM In Opposition suggested a 24-month extension to complete the pending critical tasks that are prerequisites to the conduct of elections.
The document addressed to President Salva Kiir, called for the enactment of permanent constitution, implementation of the security arrangements, census, judiciary reforms, repatriation of refugees, and IDP settlement and establishment of the Hybrid Court, before elections take place.
SPLM-IO politicians join SPLM in Lakes State
The former deputy governor of Lakes State said he resigned from the SPLM-IO and joined the SPLM party with 17 politicians in the state. Continue reading SPLM-IO politicians join SPLM in Lakes State
Activist calls for political freedom in South Sudan
A civil society activist has called for equal campaigning ground for all political parties as the country is expected to hold its first-ever elections in nine months’ time. Continue reading Activist calls for political freedom in South Sudan
Election commission says 2024 elections calendar ready
The National Elections Commission said it has already prepared elections calendar as it awaits outstanding matters to be addressed before embarking on pre-elections activities. Continue reading Election commission says 2024 elections calendar ready
Official calls for sensitization of women on elections
The Chairperson of Central Equatoria Women Union appeals to the government to sensitize women on political activities and the anticipated elections in December 2024. Continue reading Official calls for sensitization of women on elections