Bishop Eduardo Hiiboro Kussala Urges Candidates to Prioritize Peace and Families Ahead of South Sudan Elections

Bishop Eduardo Hiiboro Kussala of the Catholic Diocese of Tombura-Yambio has urged political candidates to prioritize national peace and family well-being over political ambition. In a pastoral message addressed to those intending to run in the general elections scheduled for December 22, 2026, the bishop advised candidates to engage in competition without fueling divisions or destroying family relationships.

He encouraged those with integrity, competence, and a desire to serve to reflect on their motivations for seeking office. Hiiboro noted that the elections represent an opportunity for the country to learn about leadership, political competition, and the peaceful acceptance of results. He emphasized that the nation cannot afford an electoral season that creates new wounds.