September 6, 2024 (JUBA) – The Kenyan-led mediation effort to bring peace to South Sudan has announced a timetable, with parties and stakeholders expected to sign the Tumaini consensus on September 16th in Nairobi. The timetable, seen by Reuters, outlines a series of events leading up to the signing. President Salva Kiir and Kenyan President William Ruto will attend the China-Africa forum from September 1st to 8th, using the opportunity to promote the Tumaini initiative to regional leaders. A delegation from the parties and stakeholders will travel to Juba on September 6th for a trust-building mission. September 9th and 10th are reserved for the initialling of all nine protocols and the implementation matrix. Focus on Tumaini Initiative The transitional government in South Sudan has prioritized the Tumaini Initiative as the primary means to overcome current challenges and address underlying issues in the country. The initiative aims to provide leadership and a unified policy direction for critical matters such as the permanent constitution and elections, ensuring a smooth transition beyond the extended transitional period. Both President Kiir and First Vice President Riek Machar have expressed their commitment to the Tumaini Initiative, resolving differences within their constituent parties to foster an inclusive …

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