Geographical Constituencies and the Road to the 2026 Elections

This episode of Democracy in Action examines South Sudan’s path to the 2026 elections and the decision to use previously established geographic constituencies. The discussion explores what this means for representation and fairness, how it may affect the participation of women, youth, rural communities and minority groups, and what can be done to strengthen public trust and ensure credible and peaceful elections. Guests are Gabriel Bol Deng, Secretary General of the National Elections Commission, and Catherine Vitaliano, a programme officer with the South Sudan Democratic Engagement Monitoring and Observation Program. Tune in.