(LAINYA COUNTY) – Former Minister of Cooperatives and Rural Development Emmanuel Khamis Richard in Central Equatoria State Government has announced plans to contest for the position of Commissioner of Lainya County.
Khamis, also known as Kudekun, is seeking to return to the leadership of the county as South Sudan prepares for the December 2026 general elections.
A campaign poster circulating on social media is positioning Khamis for the position of SPLM Chairperson in the county, carrying the slogan, “Tested, Proven and Result Oriented.”
Khamis previously served as Commissioner of Lainya County and Kupera County during the 32-states administrative system, as well as Acting Mayor of Juba City Council.
His political activities come as preparations for the December elections continue across the country.
The National Elections Commission has been undertaking electoral preparations, including training State High Elections Committees on voter registration.
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