NEC to reveal election date on June 22

The National Elections Commission (NEC) has stated that it will officially reveal the date for South Sudan's general elections on June 22. During a press conference in Juba, NEC Chairperson Prof. Abenego Akok Kachuol emphasized that the commission is progressing with electoral activities in stages, starting with civic and voter education. The next major step will involve declaring the election date during a planned event later this month. Prof. Akok mentioned that the announcement will occur on the 22nd, marking a key phase in the electoral process. The NEC is working to implement the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in South Sudan, which outlines the path to democratic elections. The commission has been increasing efforts to prepare for the polls, including education programs and resource mobilization. The upcoming elections are seen as a critical step in South Sudan's transition to democratic governance.

The announcement is significant as it marks a key step in South Sudan's transition to democratic elections and the implementation of the peace agreement.