The Chairperson of the National Elections Commission (NEC), Prof. Abednego Akok Kacuol, has said the nationwide civic and voter education campaign will focus on reaching groups that may face barriers to participating in the country’s general elections.
Speaking during the launch of the campaign in Juba on
Monday, Prof. Akok said the initiative aims to ensure every eligible voter
understands the electoral process and can participate confidently in the polls.
"The commission will pay particular attention to women,
young people, persons with disabilities, displaced communities, and other
citizens who may face barriers across the country. Above all, the campaign will
remain strictly nonpartisan," he said.
Prof. Akok noted that the campaign will educate voters on
eligibility, registration, voting procedures, ballot secrecy, and their rights.
“It will provide citizens with clear and accurate information on the election process, including voter eligibility, voter registration, voter procedures, the secrecy of the ballot, and the rights and responsibilities of voters,” he explained.
The civic and voter education campaign is expected to continue across the country as South Sudan prepares for its first general elections, scheduled for December 22, 2026.
