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- President Salva Kiir replaced the election commission head three months before the Dec 22, 2026 vote.
- Gabriel Bol Deng (Majok) was appointed secretary-general, succeeding Prof Abednego Akok Kacuol.
- The president gave no reason for the leadership change.
- UN Commission on Human Rights said safeguards for peaceful credible polls are missing.
- Activist Edmond Yakani warned the late-stage dismissal could erode voter confidence.