21/04/2026
Russia has announced plans to train South Sudan’s electoral officials ahead of the country’s upcoming elections.
Russian Ambassador to South Sudan, Aleksandr Kosmodemyansky, disclosed that electoral staff from South Sudan will receive training in Russia. According to the Presidential Press Unit, this commitment is part of Russia’s support for the country’s anticipated December elections.
The agreement was reached during a meeting held in Juba between the Minister of Presidential Affairs, Africano Mande Gedima, and Ambassador Kosmodemyansky.
In a statement, the ambassador reaffirmed Russia’s full backing of South Sudan’s December elections, confirming that electoral officials will be trained in Moscow. He also expressed Russia’s willingness to strengthen cooperation with South Sudan in political, economic, and cultural sectors.