AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoIndependence at 15: South Sudan marks 15 years since July 9, 2011, but the anniversary lands amid stalled implementation of the 2018 peace deal, deep political uncertainty, and a worsening humanitarian crisis. Oil & economy: Output has topped 100,000 barrels per day, with VP Atak Santino briefing President Kiir on gains and how to sustain growth; meanwhile, South Sudan eased an oil dispute with BB Energy, agreeing to resume advance crude cargo payments after awards of three cargoes. Elections & politics: SPLM endorsed President Salva Kiir as its sole candidate for the 2026 elections, while Kiir urged SPLM state leaders to intensify membership drives ahead of polls; the Political Parties Council also appealed for $23M to expand election readiness. Peace implementation pressure: RJMEC urged leaders to accelerate R-ARCSS reforms, warning the country can’t afford delays. Finance & workers: Bank of South Sudan staff called off a strike after a 10-day ultimatum over unpaid arrears and benefits. Health & borders: The U.S. kept Ebola screening active through July 21 for travelers from DRC, Uganda and South Sudan, as a South African firm prepares an Ebola drug trial including sites in South Sudan. Regional spillover: Kenya summoned South Sudan’s mission over alleged mistreatment of Kenyan citizens and denied consular access.
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