South Sudan · Desk
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South Sudanese refugees and returnees have mixed reactions to the upcoming December elections, with some hoping for a peaceful transition and others expressing caution.
President Salva Kiir of South Sudan has issued a decree dissolving the national cabinet and legislature, and barring caretaker officials from contesting in upcoming elections.
Lainya County in South Sudan's Central Equatoria State has been without local radio for almost a year, creating an information gap for residents.
South Sudan's President Salva Kiir dissolves transitional government, appoints caretaker administration ahead of December 22 elections.
South Sudan's President Salva Kiir has assented to amendments to the National Elections Act, effectively dissolving the Revitalised Transitional Government of National Unity.
Security beefed up in South Sudan's capital as transitional government set to dissolve
Citizens of South Sudan face financial burden due to taxes and rising medicine prices, affecting access to affordable healthcare.
European Union says it has no funding available to support South Sudan's planned December elections, citing lack of detailed budget from government.
South Sudan's Political Parties Council sets October 22 deadline for parties to register pre-election coalitions ahead of national elections.
RJMEC cautions parties against viewing September 22 in isolation, emphasizing the need to preserve peace and stability under the 2018 Revitalized Peace Agreement.
South Sudan's NEC approves voter registration book ahead of December 2026 General Elections
South Sudan's President Kiir dissolves cabinet as 2018 peace accord government ends at midnight
