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South Sudan: two candidates seek SPLM nomination in Western Equatoria

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Mboriman Edward Mbory Lo’da and former governor James El-Taib Berapai are seeking the SPLM nomination for the governorship of Western Equatoria in South Sudan. They announced their candidacies ahead of the party primaries, setting out different priorities, reports Eye Radio.

Two South Sudanese politicians have announced their bids for the SPLM, the ruling party, nomination for the governorship of Western Equatoria. Mboriman Edward Mbory Lo’da and former governor James El-Taib Berapai want to take part in the party primaries ahead of the general elections, reports Eye Radio.

Mbory, an entrepreneur and politician, highlights security, food production and socioeconomic development. Berapai points to his experience in public service, legal career and business activities. Mbory announced his candidacy at the SPLM national secretariat.

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