President Salva Kiir Mayardit on Monday with a high-level delegation from the African Union (AU) Peace and Security Council to discuss the implementation of the Revitalized Peace Agreement.
The meeting held at State House J1 reaffirmed the President’s commitment to achieving lasting peace and stability in South Sudan according to statement from the office of the president’s social media page.
President Kiir expressed his unwavering dedication to the full implementation of the agreement and pledged to continue working closely with the African Union.
Speaking to the media after the meeting, South Sudan’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Monday Semaya Kumba, reiterated the President’s commitment, emphasizing the importance of sustained cooperation between Juba and the AU in addressing peace and security challenges.
The delegation was led by Dr. Mohammed Khaled, Algeria’s Ambassador to Ethiopia and the current Chair of the AU Peace and Security Council.
Dr. Khaled stated that the purpose of their visit was to assess how the AU can further support South Sudan’s peace process and prepare for the upcoming elections scheduled for December 2026.
The meeting underscores a renewed diplomatic effort and regional commitment to supporting South Sudan’s peace process as part of broader initiatives to foster stability across the African continent.
