AU Mission reports positive indications on South Sudan electoral preparations

The Head of the African Union Pre-election Assessment Mission to South Sudan, Geoffrey Onyeama, stated that discussions with government officials provided “positive indications regarding the country’s preparations” for the upcoming voting process.

Onyeama, former Minister of Foreign Affairs of Nigeria, made the remarks following a consultative session with Cabinet Ministers of the Transitional Government of National Unity, led by Minister of Cabinet Affairs Dr. Martin Elia Lomoro..

The delegation met with government representatives led by Minister of Cabinet Affairs Dr. Martin Elia Lomoro.

In a joint statement issued through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Onyeama “welcomed the efforts being made by the Government” and expressed “confidence in the prospects for free, fair, transparent and credible elections,” while reaffirming the African Union’s commitment to supporting the country through the process.

He reaffirmed the African Union’s commitment to supporting South Sudan in its electoral preparations.

The Mission will continue its engagements with government institutions and stakeholders as part of its assessment of the electoral process, level of preparedness, and areas requiring support.

During the meeting, Dr. Martin Elia Lomoro reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to holding elections and underscored the importance of the African Union as a partner in supporting electoral preparations.