Cabinet Affairs Minister Martin Elia Lomuro stated that the decision to delay the elections was based on the fact that 'all the tasks which are critical for the conduct of elections in December 2024 were not yet completed.' This underscores the ongoing challenges facing the electoral process in South Sudan, as both institutional readiness and security have been cited as issues needing resolution before moving forward.
Since its independence in 2011, South Sudan has faced significant turmoil, with President Kiir and Vice President Machar's rivalry leading to a civil war that resulted in the deaths of around 400,000 individuals and the displacement of millions. Despite a peace agreement that established a unity government, unresolved ethnic tensions and economic difficulties continue to plague the nation, complicating any progress towards stable governance.
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