US ties South Sudan poll support to reforms and funding

South Sudan President Salva Kiir (left) and his First Vice President Riek Machar.

Photo credit: File | Nation Media Group

The United States has urged South Sudanese authorities to ensure upcoming elections are free and fair, warning that disruption could jeopardise the fragile peace in the world’s youngest nation.

As the country prepares for the vote, Washington emphasised transparency, accountability and adherence to democratic norms.