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04/10/2026

SSOA Demands Tough Rules on Party Financing, Calls for Transparency in Campaign Spending

The South Sudan Opposition Alliance (SSOA) has called for stringent reforms regarding the financing of political parties, asserting that the issue remains a critical component for ensuring credible and competitive elections.

In a statement regarding the ongoing Inter-Party Political Dialogue, SSOA outlined a series of expectations aimed at leveling the political playing field.

The Alliance is urging the dialogue to specifically address the sources and mechanisms of party financing. Furthermore, SSOA called for clear regulations regarding access to available public resources.

Key among their demands is the enforcement of financial accountability and transparency in campaign expenditures, alongside the establishment of an applicable regulatory framework to govern political financing.

04/10/2026

SSOA Demands Neutral Army, Police for Credible Elections

The South Sudan Opposition Alliance (SSOA) has called for the armed forces and law enforcement agencies to remain entirely neutral during elections and to provide equal opportunity to all registered political parties without institutional bias. This came when Hon. Clement Juma Mbugoniwia presented SSOA position on the security framework presented by the technical working group during the ongoing inter-party political dialogue, SSOA said impartial security institutions are critical to credible polls.

03/10/2026

Hon. Clement Juma Mbugoniwia, the National chairperson of South Sudan National Movement for change (SSNMC) on behalf of SSOA, says that SSOA aligns itself with the aspirations of the people of South Sudan, who demand that political competition must not lead to armed confrontations. Clemnt made this statement while speaking on behalf of SSOA at the ongoing inter party political dialogue on elections matters.

03/10/2026

The South Sudan Opposition Alliance (SSOA) has said the Revitalised Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan (R-ARCSS) remains the paramount legal framework for the country.

An SSOA representative said the position is consistent with President Salva Kiir Mayardit’s assurance to the people of South Sudan that the revitalised peace agreement has not collapsed.

The representative added that while preparations for general elections continue, attention should also be given to outstanding provisions of the revitalised agreement.

SSOA representative made the remarks while presenting the coalition’s position on the national election framework at the ongoing inter-party political dialogue.

03/10/2026

SSOA Election Credibility Depends on Preparations, Transparency and Security

The National Chairperson of South Sudan National Movement for Change (SSNMC) Hon. Clement Juma Mbugoniwia has said the credibility of elections depends not only on polling day, but also on the quality of preparations, inclusiveness, transparency of administration, the security environment, and the confidence political actors and citizens have in electoral institutions.

Mbugoniwia made the remarks while presenting the South Sudan Opposition Alliance (SSOA) position on reports by technical working groups on the readiness of the National Elections Commission, political parties, and the security framework ahead of upcoming general elections. He spoke during the ongoing inter-party political dialogue on electoral matters.

SSOA Calls for Non Violence Ahead of South Sudan General ElectionsThe South Sudan Opposition Alliance (SSOA) has urged p...
03/10/2026

SSOA Calls for Non Violence Ahead of South Sudan General Elections

The South Sudan Opposition Alliance (SSOA) has urged political leaders and parties involved in the upcoming general elections to commit to non violence before, during and after the polls.

SSOA made the call on 1st October 2026 during its continued participation in the ongoing inter-party political dialogue on election matters. The alliance presented its position on reports by different technical working groups, mainly on the readiness of the National Election Commission, the Political Parties Council and the security framework ahead of the upcoming general elections.

In a statement delivered by my self Hon. Clement Juma Mbugoniwia chairperson of South Sudan National Movement for change (SSNMC) on behalf of SSOA, stated that the collation aligns itself with the aspirations of the people of South Sudan, who demand that political competition must not lead to armed confrontations.

I further urged leaders and parties that will take part in the upcoming elections to commit themselves to non violence before, during and after the elections.

I also reiterated SSOA full support for peaceful political contest and called for a secure environment as preparations for the general elections continue.

The ongoing inter party dialogue brings together stakeholders to discuss election related issues, including institutional readiness and security arrangements.

South Sudan, Russia Discuss Deepening Bilateral Ties With Focus on Agriculture, Capacity Building, and InvestmentThursda...
17/09/2026

South Sudan, Russia Discuss Deepening Bilateral Ties With Focus on Agriculture, Capacity Building, and Investment

Thursday 17-9-2026: A high level follow up meeting between National Minister of Agriculture and Food Security Hon. Clement Juma Mbugoniwia, and the Russian Ambassador to South Sudan H.E Aleksandr Kosmodemiyanskiy, held today at the Russian Embassy in Juba . The meeting, which serves as a follow up to discussions held in May, brought together the Honorable Minister of Agriculture, the Russian Ambassador and the undersecretary for Agriculture and Food Security Dr.Michael Roberto Kenyi. The meeting discuss transformation of agriculture sector,trade, investment, and capacity building in the agriculture sector.

At the heart of the discussions was the modernization of countrie’s agricultural sector. Minister Clement outlined an ambitious agenda to shift the country from rain fed farming to irrigation, emphasizing agricultural mechanization, climate smart practices, and the modernization of seeds are among areas the ministry is seeking Russian support.
The Minister emphasized the urgent need for agro processing systems and value addition to local produce to maximize economic returns and mitigate the severe risks posed by ongoing drought.Reflecting on the fundamental link between agriculture and national well being.

Among the major pillars of the cooperation that the ministry is looking for is the human resource development.

The Russian Ambassador emphasized the need to strengthen corporate cooperation, highlighting the role of the Embassy as a bridge between the two nations. He further said that there is a draft agreement between South Sudan and Russia awaiting signature, which will provide a crucial legal framework for bilateral trade and investment. The Ambassador stressed that the ball is on the field of South Sudan to finalize this agreement.

During the meeting the Ambassador confirmed that a Russian business delegation will be visiting the country this month.The visiting delegation will be looking forward ti engage in a series of discussions on investments in various sectors, including agriculture,infrastructure, mining, fertilizer production, and the processing of agricultural products.the Rssian ambassador Said that he has briefed the leadership in Moscow on these discussions.

Undersecretary for Agriculture and Food Security Dr. Michael Roberto also weighed in on the strategic partnership, highlighting that promoting organic agriculture is a priority for the Ministry. He stated that South Sudan is eager to borrow Russian skills in this domain to add value to local agricultural produce.

Furthermore, Dr. Roberto called for Russian support in the area of agricultural research, noting that leveraging Russian expertise in research and development is essential for the sustainable growth of the sector.

The meeting marked a significant step forward in bilateral relations between the two nations especially in agriculture sector.

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