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20 Years Since CPA: Countries Criticize South Sudan for Broken Governance Promises

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The Editorial Staff

Jan 10, 2025

On the 20th anniversary of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement (CPA), six countries—Norway, the UK, Germany, Canada, the Netherlands, and the US—have criticized South Sudan's transitional government for not creating conditions necessary for free and fair elections.


In a joint statement released on Friday, the partners expressed their disappointment with South Sudan’s leadership for failing to provide civic and political space that would allow citizens to shape their nation’s future.


The CPA, signed in 2005, granted Southern Sudan autonomy and led to the 2011 independence referendum, giving hope for peace, human rights, and a government that serves its people. "Our governments welcomed the CPA with optimism, believing it would help the South Sudanese achieve lasting peace and progress," the statement noted.


However, the partners regret that despite South Sudan's rich natural resources, the country’s wealth is still controlled by a small group of elites. For years, the transitional government has mismanaged public funds, failed to pay public sector workers, neglected basic health and education services, and missed the chance to foster sustainable development.


Corruption and poor resource management remain widespread. The partners urged the government to act quickly on its long overdue promises, ensuring that the CPA’s vision of peace and prosperity benefits all South Sudanese.


The CPA, a historic agreement signed between Sudan’s government and the Sudan People’s Liberation Army/Movement (SPLA/M), was seen as a significant step toward ending conflict and giving Southern Sudan autonomy. Still, 20 years later, its promise remains unfulfilled.

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