South Sudan's parliament amends peace agreement to allow elections before completion of constitution-building process

South Sudan's parliament has amended its 2018 peace agreement to allow for general elections in December 2026 without first completing a national census or a permanent constitution.
Why it matters
This decision prioritizes the election timeline over foundational governance processes, which could impact the long-term stability and legitimacy of the future government.
South Sudan's parliament amends peace agreement to allow elections before completion of constitution-building process | ConstitutionNet
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