Kiir pledges inclusive dialogue during C5 summit in Addis Ababa

2026-02-15 - 16:30

JUBA, South Sudan (Eye Radio) – President Salva Kiir has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to inclusive dialogue with opposition groups during a high-level C5 meeting in Addis Ababa, emphasizing a unified path toward the December 2026 general elections. ‎This came as representatives from South Africa, Algeria, Chad, Nigeria, Rwanda, Djibouti, Kenya, IGAD and UN gathered under the C5 framework, emphasising that the path to credible elections runs through inclusive political dialogue. The meeting of the peace guarantors gathered to assess the country’s political situation ahead of crucial elections.‎ ‎ According to a statement from the Office of the President, the high-level meeting—held Sunday on the sidelines of the African Union Summit—was attended by President Salva Kiir and presided over by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa. The Minister of Cabinet Affairs, Dr Martin Elia Lomuro, underscored the importance of inclusive participation in the dialogue process, including political and armed groups that did not sign the Revitalised Peace Agreement.‎ ‎The Continental leaders reaffirmed their unwavering support for South Sudan’s transition toward democracy, a transition they say should be grounded in solidarity, reconciliation, rule of law, and transparency.