27/08/2026
President Kiir holds bilateral talks with Ramaphosa as South Sudan prepares for elections
South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa has received South Sudanese President Salva Kiir Mayardit at Mahlamba Ndlopfu in Tshwane, Gauteng, for high-level bilateral discussions.
The talks are expected to focus on strengthening economic cooperation between South Sudan and South Africa, institutional development, and capacity building.
The two Heads of State are also discussing preparations for South Sudan’s upcoming elections, with the engagement highlighting the importance of continued regional cooperation and support as the country moves toward the electoral process.
The meeting comes as President Kiir continues to engage regional partners on issues considered critical to South Sudan’s political, economic and institutional development.