The Office of the President continues to drive the national agenda under the leadership of H.E. President Salva Kiir Mayardit. This latest engagement reflects the government’s ongoing commitment to advancing South Sudan’s developmental and peace objectives as the nation prepares for its upcoming democratic transition.

JUBA, August 23, 2026 — His Excellency President Salva Kiir Mayardit is traveling to the Republic of South Africa for high-level engagements with his counterpart, President Cyril Ramaphosa, as South Sudan continues preparations for the December 2026 General Elections.

The visit will provide an opportunity for the two leaders to review the progress made so far in South Sudan’s electoral preparations, exchange views on the political and electoral process, and discuss continued cooperation in support of a peaceful, credible and democratic transition.

President Kiir will also follow up on understandings and commitments reached during his previous engagements with the South African leadership, assess the progress made in implementing those agreements, and identify areas requiring further attention.

The discussions will further look ahead at the next steps for South Sudan as the country moves closer to the December elections, with an emphasis on peace, stability, national dialogue, and strengthening the democratic process.

The visit underscores the strong and longstanding relations between South Sudan and South Africa and the importance of continued regional partnership as South Sudan advances toward the completion of its transitional period through democratic elections.

— Analysis and additional reporting by Juba Global News Network.