South Sudan Speaker Calls for Stronger Regional Cooperation After Kampala Meeting/Handout
(JUBA) – The Speaker of the Transitional National Legislative Assembly, Rt Hon Jemma Nunu Kumba, has returned to Juba after taking part in the 20th meeting of the Bureau of East African Speakers in Kampala, Uganda, where parliamentary leaders discussed ways to strengthen cooperation within the East African Community.
Rt Hon Kumba said the meeting provided an important space for the region’s Speakers to reflect on matters affecting national parliaments and the wider Community.
She noted that the discussions focused on improving coordination with the East African Legislative Assembly and supporting regional integration, which she described as essential for the future of the Community.
She said the Speakers reviewed preparations for the East African Community Games that will be held next month in Kampala.
South Sudan’s participation has been tentatively confirmed, and she said the country looks forward to joining the event alongside other Member States.
One of the key outcomes of the meeting was the transition of the Bureau’s chairmanship from Kenya to Somalia. Rt Hon Kumba congratulated the Somali delegation and welcomed the plan for the next Bureau meeting to take place in Somalia.
She said six of the eight Member States were represented, reflecting the importance of regional parliamentary cooperation.
She briefed the gathering on the ongoing work of the Transitional National Legislative Assembly and gave an update on the implementation of the peace agreement in South Sudan. She assured fellow Speakers that progress continues and remains on track.
Rt Hon Kumba reaffirmed South Sudan’s strong commitment to the East African Community and said the country will continue to work closely with regional partners to build stronger cooperation and strengthen collective decision making.
She has now resumed her duties in Juba, saying she looks forward to continuing her work at the Assembly and contributing to efforts that support a more connected and stable East African region.
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Event | 20th Meeting of the Bureau of East African Speakers |
| Location | Kampala, Uganda |
| South Sudan Representative | Rt Hon Jemma Nunu Kumba, Speaker of the Transitional National Legislative Assembly |
| Main Focus | Regional parliamentary cooperation, coordination with East African Legislative Assembly, and integration efforts |
| EAC Games | Scheduled for next month in Kampala; South Sudan’s participation tentatively confirmed |
| Bureau Leadership Change | Chairmanship moved from Kenya to Somalia |
| Attendance | Six of eight Member States present |
| South Sudan Update | Progress on peace implementation and TNLA legislative work shared by the Speaker |
| Key Message | South Sudan remains committed to East African Community cooperation and regional unity |
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