Ramaphosa reaffirms SA’s support for South Sudan ahead of elections

President Cyril Ramaphosa has emphasized South Africa's unwavering commitment to aiding South Sudan in surmounting obstacles and attaining its goals of unity, peace, and prosperity. As the Chairperson of the African Union High-Level Ad Hoc Committee on South Sudan, Ramaphosa led a virtual meeting to evaluate the nation's advancements in preparation for its upcoming elections.

He stressed the importance of ongoing discussions in shaping South Sudan's political future. "We urge the leaders of South Sudan to take this opportunity, to unite despite their disparities, to deliberate on the issues and hurdles hindering their progress as a nation. As the participants in this summit, we remain prepared to offer our support, guidance, and solidarity as the leaders and populace of South Sudan continue their journey.

The people of South Sudan must be assured that they are not alone. Their peace is our peace," stated Ramaphosa. The virtual meeting convened by Ramaphosa, in his role as Chairperson of the African Union High-Level Ad Hoc Committee on South Sudan, brought together the C5 and Member States of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) to follow up on ongoing efforts.