Former South Sudanese MP to run as independent in 2026
By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on Radio Tamazuj
Former South Sudanese lawmaker David Aruai De-Dau has announced his independent candidacy in the legislative elections scheduled for December 2026, in Twic East County. He cites divisions within his party and the opposition to defend a campaign focused on security, development and the protection of civic space, according to Radio Tamazuj.
David Aruai De-Dau, a former South Sudanese lawmaker, has announced his independent candidacy for a seat in the National Legislative Assembly representing Twic East County, in Jonglei State, in the elections scheduled for December 2026. He made the announcement on Thursday on Radio Tamazuj.
De-Dau explained that divisions within his party and the opposition alliance had led him to stand as an independent. He had served since 2020 on behalf of the South Sudan National Movement for Change, an opposition party, and called for greater political inclusion and the protection of civic space ahead of the vote, reports Radio Tamazuj.
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