Vice President Hussein Abdelbagi Joins Kiir at Peace Rally in Kuajok ‎

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‎ South Sudan Vice President Hussein Abdelbagi Akol joined President Salva Kiir Mayardit at a peace rally in Kuajok on Saturday, where leaders urged residents to embrace peace and unity ahead of South Sudan's planned general elections in December 2026. ‎ ‎Speaking to a large crowd gathered in the state capital, Hussein praised the people of Warrap for the warm welcome they gave President Kiir despite heavy rains. He said the turnout reflected the population's commitment to peace, stability, and national unity. ‎ ‎The vice president encouraged communities across Warrap State to avoid communal violence and work together to maintain peaceful coexistence as the country prepares for the upcoming elections. ‎ ‎VP. Hussein also highlighted the need to expand access to higher education. He reiterated his support for the establishment of public universities in Kuajok and Aweil, saying many students face difficulties accessing university education due to the lack of institutions closer t...
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From Conflict to Healing: Government Prints 40,000 Copies of Truth and Reparation Laws

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‎Juba, South Sudan 

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The Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs has taken a major step toward enhancing access to legal knowledge by receiving 40,000 printed copies of two foundational transitional justice laws. The handover was supported by the European Union. 

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‎Key Laws and Purpose

‎The two laws now in print are:

‎Compensation and Reparation Authority Act, 2024

‎Commission for Truth, Reconciliation, and Healing Act, 2024 

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‎These statutes underpin South Sudan’s process of healing and accountability after years of conflict. 

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The Commission for Truth, Reconciliation, and Healing (CTRH) is tasked with addressing root causes of conflict, promoting national dialogue, and guiding a path toward reconciliation. 

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The Compensation and Reparation Authority (CRA) will focus on delivering reparative support to victims. 

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‎The Handover & Significance

‎EU Ambassador to South Sudan, Pelle Enarsson, officially handed over the printed volumes to Justice Minister Dr. Joseph Geng Akech in Juba. 

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‎In his remarks, Dr. Geng emphasized the importance of making legal texts readily available to all citizens, stating:

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‎“This is an important step in making our laws accessible to every citizen and reaffirming our commitment to truth, reconciliation, and accountability.” 

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‎Ambassador Enarsson said the EU’s support is intended to promote transparency, accountability, and equal access to justice across South Sudan.  

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He characterized the printed distribution as a “milestone” in enabling citizens to engage proactively in peace and reconciliation efforts. 

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‎Background & Context

‎President Salva Kiir signed the two laws in November 2024, fulfilling a long-standing promise to institute transitional justice mechanisms, nearly a decade after the initial commitment. 

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‎The delay in adopting these statutes had drawn concern from civil society and international stakeholders who saw them as essential to addressing injustices from South Sudan’s civil conflicts, particularly since December 2013. 

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‎What This Means Going Forward

‎The printed laws will be disseminated to localities across South Sudan so citizens, civic groups, and legal practitioners can access them.

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‎These acts lay the legal foundation for mechanisms intended to foster accountability, reconciliation, and redress for victims.

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‎The move underlines the government’s stated commitment to transition from conflict to lasting peace and justice.

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