South Sudan's National Elections Commission has delivered voter registration materials and equipment to three administrative areas and two states as preparations for the country's general elections continue. The Commission said the latest delivery covered Greater Pibor, Ruweng and Abyei administrative areas, as well as Unity and Northern Bahr el Ghazal states. This move aims to equip election teams across the states and administrative areas to conduct voter registration ahead of the general elections.
According to a statement signed by NEC Chairperson Gabriel Bol Deng, the materials include voter registration books, supplementary forms, laminating machines and registration kits. The delivery is intended to ensure that the registration process is accessible to all eligible citizens, including women, young people, persons with disabilities and residents of remote communities. The Commission has called on election officials, local authorities, civil society groups, community leaders and the media to help provide accurate information about registration dates, locations and requirements.
The allocation of voter registration materials varied across the states and administrative areas. Northern Bahr el Ghazal received the largest allocation, with 6,864 voter registration books, followed by Unity State with 3,300. Greater Pibor Administrative Area received 1,397 books, while Ruweng received 1,364 and Abyei 781. This distribution follows the delivery of the first batch of voter registration materials to the Central Equatoria State High Elections Committee on November 2.
The NEC has urged citizens to follow official announcements for further details about the registration process. The Commission's efforts aim to ensure that all eligible citizens can participate in the voter registration process. By providing voter registration materials to two states and three administrative areas, the Commission is making progress in preparations for the general elections.
The general elections in South Sudan are a significant event, and the NEC is working to ensure that the process is fair and accessible to all eligible citizens. The Commission's efforts to deliver voter registration materials to various states and administrative areas demonstrate its commitment to conducting free and fair elections.
In addition to delivering voter registration materials, the NEC has also called on citizens to participate in the registration process. The Commission has emphasized the importance of accurate information about registration dates, locations and requirements. By working with election officials, local authorities, civil society groups, community leaders and the media, the NEC aims to ensure that all eligible citizens can participate in the voter registration process.
The delivery of voter registration materials to two states and three administrative areas is a significant step in preparations for the general elections in South Sudan. The NEC's efforts to ensure that all eligible citizens can participate in the voter registration process are crucial for the success of the elections.
Key points
- The National Elections Commission delivered voter registration materials to two states and three administrative areas ahead of South Sudan's general elections.
- The materials delivered include voter registration books, supplementary forms, laminating machines and registration kits.
- The Commission aims to make the registration process accessible to all eligible citizens, including women, young people, persons with disabilities and residents of remote communities.
