This initiative aims to address the deep-rooted divisions and conflicts in South Sudan to achieve lasting peace in the country.
Senior members of the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) were accused of violating regulations prohibiting political involvement.
SSOMA expressed disappointment with the Kenyan mediation process, citing concerns over the venue's safety and the lack of response to their request for talks to continue in Rome.
The charges had led to the temporary suspension of crucial aid deliveries to the nation, where thousands rely on external humanitarian assistance.
A delegation from the Juba government, led by Albino Mathem, the country’s presidential envoy, arrived in Nairobi on Tuesday, ahead of the scheduled talks.
It comes as South Sudan prepares for its first post-independence elections scheduled for December this year, but uncertainty looms over whether the election will take place.
The development follows South Sudanese President Salva Kiir's request last December for Kenyan leader William Ruto to mediate.
The changes come at a time when there is an ongoing transitional period in South Sudan, which was extended by the parties to the peace agreement in August 2022.
President William Ruto in late March appointed Sumbeiywo as the Chief Mediator for the South Sudan mediation peace process.
Ramaphosa met with key South Sudanese actors, including President Salva Kiir, and his first deputy Riek Machar, to receive updates on the peace agreements implementation.
South Sudan faces monumental hurdles as it strives to navigate towards democratic elections amidst a backdrop of entrenched conflict, humanitarian crises, and institutional frailty.
The United Nations reports that South Sudan will hold general elections in December 2024, signalling the conclusion of a transitional period that followed a bloody civil war.
Zakayo outlined innovative measures to enhance the efficiency and integrity of the electoral process.
This milestone comes after China Harbor Engineering Company (Chec) completed the Air Traffic Management System (ATMS).
Kifwa contends that the levy is unconstitutional and aims to challenge the directive compelling payment to a third-party entity.
The upcoming rotation will see approximately 270 troops leaving Korea in phases, beginning on Sunday and continuing on April 14, for an eight-month mission in South Sudan.
The Acting Assistant Commissioner of Customs said the congestion at the border is a direct consequence of traders' dissatisfaction with the charges.
Workneh disclosed that restoring stability and sanity to troubled Sudan was part of his discussion with President Kiir.
He will also facilitate negotiations and interaction among the parties to achieve "peace and political stability in South Sudan."
