Presidents Kiir and Ruto Direct Mediation Teams to Resolve Outstanding Issues for Tumaini Initiative, Paving Way for Regional Stability

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  President Kiir of South Sudan Hosting President Ruto of Kenya in J1.  President Salva Kiir Mayardit of South Sudan and Kenya’s President Dr. William Ruto have instructed their respective mediation teams to resolve any remaining issues under the Tumaini Initiative within a two-week timeframe, ahead of a final signing. This directive follows a high-level meeting in Juba, during which both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to regional stability and strengthening bilateral ties. Kenya's National Security Advisor, Dr. Monica Juma, highlighted that the two leaders agreed to secure regional support for the Tumaini Initiative. They encouraged IGAD to mobilize resources and secure backing from the TROIKA countries to ensure the initiative's full implementation. Additionally, a key project discussed was the construction of an 11-kilometer road connecting Nadapal and Nakodok, intended to facilitate trade and movement between the nations. South Sudan’s Minister of Presidential Affairs,

South Sudan Government allocates over SSP280m to elections commission

File photo: National Elections Commission chairperson Prof. Abednego Akok


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The National Elections Commission has been allocated a total of 281,814,086 SSP equivalent to 282,000 Dollars in the financial budget of 2023/2024. 


When we look at last year's budget allocation, the Commission was allocated a total of 73,446,021 SSP. 


2023/2024 budget reviewed by South Sudan Media, the allocated funds also covers for the election, public outreach and educating the voters. 


The new budget require the commission to register voters, capacity building, paying of the rentals for the staffs and conduct Civic education


The Ministry of Finance and Planning has allocated SSP 179,378,131 for National Elections Commission staff wages and salaries. The approved positions in the commission, according to the proposed budget before Parliament, are 266.



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