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South Sudan's first election still faces an uncertain path
Original: Why South Sudan's path to its first election remains uncertain
South Sudan is scheduled to hold its first-ever national elections, but the path remains uncertain. Concerns persist over delays to the peace process, incomplete unification of armed forces, funding shortfalls, and ongoing political tensions between the main rivals. Analysts warn that without progress on security arrangements and voter registration, the vote may be postponed again, leaving the country's fragile transition in doubt.
Why now: The planned elections mark a historic milestone for the world's newest country, and mounting doubts about whether they will go ahead are drawing attention.
South SudanSalva KiirRiek Machar
Evidence
- Why South Sudan's path to its first election remains uncertain · DW.com
- Why South Sudan's path to its first election remains uncertain · DW.com
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