<p>The Political Parties Council (PPC) has officially approved and endorsed the registration of five political parties following a compliance and verification process conducted under the Political Parties Act.</p><p>Among the approved entities is the IO Party, formerly known as the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement-in-Opposition (SPLM-IO), whose new legal identity has now been formally recognized.</p><p><br></p><p>Other registered parties include the National Democratic Movement (NDM), People’s Liberal Party (PLP), South Sudan National Movement for Change (SSNMC), and Revive South Sudan Party (RSSP).</p><p>The Council says the registration increases the total number of fully registered political parties in South Sudan to 39, describing the move as a step toward strengthening political pluralism and preparations for the electoral process.</p><p>PPC Chairperson Eng. James Akol Zakayo urged all registered parties to conduct their activities peacefully and in accordance with the laws and Transitional Constitution of South Sudan.</p>
