Gov’t Renews Commitment to Peace, National Dialogue, and Democratic Elections

By Awan Achiek

The government has reaffirmed its commitment to peace, democratic transition, and national dialogue following the 14th visit of the United Nations Commission on Human Rights to South Sudan.

The Commission visited the country from September 7–10, 2026, engaging in discussions with the government and other stakeholders regarding the peace process, human rights, and the nation’s political transition.

In a statement released on Friday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reiterated that the 2018 peace deal remains the foundational framework for advancing peace and stability in the country.

“The Government reaffirms its commitment to the Revitalized Peace Agreement as the framework for advancing peace and stability in South Sudan and remains committed to holding elections as part of the country’s democratic transition,” the statement read.

The ministry also reaffirmed the government’s commitment to holding elections by December of this year as a crucial part of South Sudan’s democratic transition.

“The Government believes that the future of South Sudan must be shaped through nationally owned political processes.”

Furthermore, the ministry strongly rejected what it described as “unfounded allegations” contained in the Commission’s press statement issued at the conclusion of its visit.

It emphasized that South Sudan’s future should be shaped through nationally owned political processes, stressing the importance of dialogue among South Sudanese political stakeholders.

The ministry welcomed the recently announced inter-party dialogue, describing it as an important platform for addressing matters of national importance and supporting the country’s political transition.

“The recently announced inter-party dialogue provides an important platform for South Sudanese political stakeholders to engage on matters of national importance and contribute to the country’s transition through political dialogue,” it stated.

The government also expressed its readiness for continued constructive engagement with the United Nations Commission on Human Rights, the African Union, the United Nations, and other partners.

It clarified that such engagement should support nationally owned efforts to strengthen peace, stability, and democratic governance in South Sudan.

“South Sudan welcomes continued constructive engagement with the Commission, the African Union, the United Nations, and other partners in support of nationally owned efforts to advance peace, stability, and the democratic transition.”