3221: Are Political Parties Ready for South Sudan’s December 2026 Elections?

On Radio Miraya Roundtable, host Dr Yach Garang led a discussion on whether political parties are truly ready for the December 2026 elections, amid repeated delays and ongoing implementation gaps in the RARCSS. Guests explored the current status of party registration under the Political Parties Act 2022, key benchmarks such as nationwide presence and membership requirements, and the practical challenges parties face, including those related to the political, security, and economic environments. The conversation also looked at internal party divisions and what renewed dialogue efforts, including the Tumaini calls and the new elections-related committee, could mean for the roadmap ahead. The guests were Hon. James Akol Zakayo of the Political Parties Council, Bol Joseph Agau of the National Democratic Movement, and Dr Gai Chol Paul of the People’s United Forum.