South Sudan postpones long-delayed election by two years, presidency says
- The government in South Sudan has postponed elections scheduled for December by two years, citing the need for processes like a census and drafting a constitution.
- Presidential Adviser on National Security Tut Gatluak stated the new election date is Dec. 22, 2026, allowing time to complete critical processes.
- This marks the second postponement since gaining independence in 2011, following recommendations from electoral institutions and the security sector.
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Leaning Left8Leaning Right5Center8Last UpdatedBias Distribution38% Left, 38% Center
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38% Center
L 38%
C 38%
R 24%
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