Clock Ticking on South Sudan’s Transition, Security Council Hears
February 5, 2025
United Nations, New York – The United Nations Security Council has expressed concern over the slow progress in South Sudan’s transition to democracy, as the deadline for the formation of a unified government approaches.
In a meeting on Thursday, UN Special Envoy for South Sudan, Nicholas Haysom, briefed the Council on the latest developments in the country. He warned that time was running out for the parties to implement the 2018 peace agreement, which called for the formation of a transitional government of national unity by February 22, 2023.
“The clock is ticking down, and the challenges are significant,” Haysom said. “The parties must urgently intensify their efforts to resolve outstanding issues and form a government that can lead South Sudan towards stability and prosperity.”
The formation of a unified government has been delayed due to disagreements between various political factions. The parties have yet to reach an agreement on power-sharing arrangements, the integration of armed forces, and the drafting of a permanent constitution.
The Security Council expressed its disappointment over the slow progress and urged the parties to overcome their differences and put the interests of the South Sudanese people first.
“The parties must demonstrate their commitment to peace by making the necessary compromises and concessions,” said Russia’s UN Ambassador, Vasily Nebenzia. “It is imperative that they work together to establish a stable and inclusive government that represents the will of the people.”
The Council also called on regional and international partners to continue supporting South Sudan’s peace process. The United States, United Kingdom, and African Union all reiterated their commitment to helping the country achieve a lasting peace.
“The international community stands ready to assist the parties in any way possible,” said US Ambassador to the UN, Linda Thomas-Greenfield. “We urge the parties to seize this opportunity to build a better future for South Sudan.”
The formation of a unified government is seen as a critical step in South Sudan’s transition to democracy. The country has been plagued by conflict and instability since its independence in 2011. The peace agreement signed in 2018 was hailed as a breakthrough, but its implementation has been slow and fraught with challenges.
The Security Council urged the parties to prioritize the well-being of the South Sudanese people and to work together to build a peaceful and prosperous future for the country.
Clock ticking on South Sudan’s transition, Security Council hears
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