The Minister of Information on Friday dismissed any possible call for an extension of the transitional period and advised parties to the agreement to scale up efforts in ensuring elections are held in 2024. Continue reading Makuei delivers a ‘whether you like it or not’ verdict on elections
Category: Politics
South Sudan more secure than some African nations – says Lomuro
The Minister of Cabinet Affairs said on Thursday that South Sudan is more secure than several other countries in the region and the continent. Continue reading South Sudan more secure than some African nations – says Lomuro
3 electoral bodies to be reconstituted when Kiir returns from UNGA – say officials
The Governance Cluster said Thursday that the Political Parties Council, National Elections Commissions, and Constitutional Review Commissions will be reconstituted when President Kiir returns from the United States. Continue reading 3 electoral bodies to be reconstituted when Kiir returns from UNGA – say officials
SPLM-SG spells out five priorities for elections to take place
The SPLM-IG Secretary-General on Wednesday (20 September) provided five priority areas for the 2024 elections to take place. Deployment of unified forces and reconstitution of the Electoral Commission among key focus areas. Continue reading SPLM-SG spells out five priorities for elections to take place
SSNMC accuses Governor Adil of scheming to get Minister Moro sacked
The South Sudan National Movement for Change has accused the Governor of Central Equatoria of mistreating and humiliating its Chairperson, Moro Genesio, and planning to have him sacked as the State Minister of Local Government and Law Enforcement, an allegation the state SPLM secretariat denies.
In a letter dated 19th of September, addressed to Chairperson SSOA and shared with the Presidency, the National Movement for Change said Governor Emmanuel Adil has made several unwarranted requests for the removal of Minister Genesio.
“We have reliably been informed about the Governor’s renewed demand for the Vice President of the Republic and Chair of the Service Cluster to yield to the Governor’s demand for the removal of our Chairperson. As a constituent member of SSOA,
“We are concerned and feel that this persistent determination to undermine opposition leaders is completely against the spirit of the agreement that requires friendly working relationship amongst the peace parties,” the Statement partially read.
According to the party, the State Local Government Minister has faced collaborative administrative challenges, restriction of movement to the counties, and life-threatening situations as he carried out government missions.
The SSOA constituent party also said the Minister’s role is often assigned to some state Advisors and Ministers Contrary to the Local Government Act 2009.
In response, the Central Equatoria State SPLM Secretariat said, the State government is of all parties to the R-ARCSS.
It called on the opposition party to adhere to the requirement of the peace agreement that call for collegial engagement and discussion of crucial matters in the cabinet sitting.
It also advises the National Movement for Change to seek guidance outside social networks, describing the allegations as negative campaigns and smearing of the state government’s image.
‘Claim FVP Machar not free is untrue,’ says Lam Both
The SPLM Secretary General has dismissed as untrue SPLM-IO claims that the First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar is not free. Continue reading ‘Claim FVP Machar not free is untrue,’ says Lam Both
MP seeks Governor Adil’s clarification on Lainya Commissioner
A national lawmaker is seeking clarification as to why the Governor of Central Equatorial State has not relieved the Lainya County Commissioner as demanded by the national parliament. Continue reading MP seeks Governor Adil’s clarification on Lainya Commissioner
SPLM-IO MPs urge presidency to resolve rift over National Elections Act
SPLM-IO Parliamentary Caucus on Monday called on President Salva Kiir and the vice presidents to resolve a dispute over the passing of the National Elections Act. Continue reading SPLM-IO MPs urge presidency to resolve rift over National Elections Act
Ex-Red Army Foundation boss Deng Aruei intends to run for president
Former Red Army Foundation Chairperson Deng Bol Aruei, who resigned to form his own political party, has expressed interest in vying for president in the 2024 general elections. Continue reading Ex-Red Army Foundation boss Deng Aruei intends to run for president
SPLM-IO says Machar is ‘not free to move’
South Sudan People’s Liberation Movement-In Opposition (SPLM-IO) has said its leader and First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar Teny is not free to move and has been denied chances to seek medical treatment outside the country. Continue reading SPLM-IO says Machar is ‘not free to move’