President Salva Kiir of South Sudan says his country’s long-delayed elections will take place in 2024 and that he will be on the ballot.
Kiir, who has led South Sudan since the territory became independent of Sudan in 2011, accepted the endorsement of the ruling party at a stadium event Tuesday in Bahr el Ghazal.
“I am deeply touched by your endorsement and your continued support to our historic party,” Kiir told tens of thousands of supporters at the Wau Stadium.
Kiir is expected to face his long-time rival, First Vice President Riek Machar, who has yet to confirm his candidacy.
South Sudan president says he will be a candidate in long-delayed elections
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