South Sudan says it will hold first-ever election in December after repeated delays
Summary
South Sudan will hold its first general election since becoming independent in 2011 on December 22. The election has been delayed several times due to ongoing armed conflict and political disagreements.Key Facts
- South Sudan became an independent country in 2011.
- The country has never held a general election before.
- The first general election is scheduled for December 22.
- Past elections were postponed because of repeated armed fighting.
- There is a political conflict between President Salva Kiir and opposition leader Riek Machar.
- Riek Machar was removed from his position as first vice president last year.
- Machar faced treason charges before his suspension.
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