Elections & Peace Process: South Sudan’s National Elections Commission presented voter registration materials to President Salva Kiir, while Kiir met UNMISS chief Anita Kiki Gbeho to discuss the peace process, security and the political transition. Humanitarian Funding: The UN says donors have contributed nearly $1.2 billion for humanitarian action in South Sudan, including over $980 million under the South Sudan Crisis Response Plan. Private Sector Social Protection: The National Social Insurance Fund urged employers and employees in the private sector to register as mandatory registration continues, with employers paying 17% and employees 8% of gross salary. Security & Rights: A former youth leader in Yei raised alarm over rising murder, robbery and rape, criticizing community leaders and rights groups for silence. Community Safety: In Western Equatoria, 78 civilians abducted along the Juba–Mundri road were released after up to four days in captivity. Standards & Trade: South Sudan’s standards bureau joined the ISO General Assembly in Paris to strengthen quality assurance and integration into regional and international markets. Regional Trade: South Sudan and Uganda signed a one-stop border crossing deal to cut border delays and costs for cross-border business.