South Sudanese citizens are looking forward to the General Election in 2026 following the postponement of the December 2024 poll. The government recently announced a two-year extension of the unity government to address challenges faced during the transition period, including implementing the remaining protocols in the Revitalized Agreement for Resolution of Conflict in South Sudan (R-ARCSS).
Residents in Western Bahr el-Ghazal State emphasized the importance of using the extension period to address issues like economic hardship and peace implementation. They urged the government to prioritize the provisional principles laid out in the 2018 Revitalize Peace Agreement to build trust among the public.
Despite concerns about previous delays, citizens like Rawa Rajab from Raja town and James Bilal from Wau County remain hopeful that the government will fulfill its promise of holding the election in 2026. Lual Dut from Jur River County emphasized the need for strong commitment from all parties to ensure peace, stability, and economic recovery.
Overall, South Sudanese citizens are optimistic about the future but hope that there will be no further extensions beyond 2026, highlighting the importance of upholding promises made to the public.