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Welcome to the National Elections Commission – South Sudan

Formally established by the Transitional Constitution of the Republic of South Sudan (as amended) (Art.197) in 2011, the National Elections Act, 2012 (as amended) sets out the independence of the NEC by requiring that it be administratively and financially independent, and perform its functions with integrity, transparency, and impartiality without interference…

Meet The Commissioners

Hon. Prof. Abednego Akok Kacuol

Chairman of the National Elections Commission

Hon. Gabriel Gabriel Deng

Deputy Chairperson

Hon. Mach Maika Deng

Chief Electoral Officer

Hon. George Lemi Yata

NEC Spokesperson

Hon. Thabo Abosuh Ajang

Commissioner

Hon. Amos Juma Ochieng

Commissioner

Hon. Sarah Daniel Gatluak

Commissioner

Hon. Manuel Makum Matuop

Commissioner

Hon. William Kolyin Deng

Commissioner

Latest News and Events

NEC Press Conference and Website Launch

Juba, South Sudan—NEC held a press conference to announce the outcome of the NEC Operational Planning retreat and launch the official website for the NEC. 56 participants from NEC, Media …

NEC Concludes Operational Planning Retreat in Entebbe

The National Elections Commission held a successful operational planning retreat in Entebbe Uganda, attended by nine commissioners, two Secretariat Staff, and eight UN Integrated Electoral Assistance Team advisors. The objective …

NEC Commissioners Sign Code of Conduct

Following the adoption of Regulation No. 1/2024 on the Use and Purpose of a Code of Conduct, and the National Elections Commission Code of Conduct 2024, the National Elections Commission …

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is an Election?

An election is a formal decision-making process in which people vote to choose their representatives based on set principles and laws.

Who conducts Elections in South Sudan?

As mandated by the Constitution and the National Elections Act of 2012 (as amended), the National Elections Commission (NEC) is solely responsible for the conduct of elections and referenda in South Sudan. This responsibility also includes the announcement of an election date. voter registration, nomination of candidates, recruitment and training of elections staff, dispute resolution and civic and voter education.

What is the exact mandate of the NEC?

The mandate of the NEC as enshrined in the NEA 2023 Section 15(1) states ‘The Commission shall take necessary step to ensure that all citizens, without discrimination are able to exercise and enjoy their political rights to nominate and be nominated for elections and to freely express their will in a secret ballot’.