The opposition National Democratic Movement (NDM) has protested after the state-owned South Sudan Broadcasting Corporation (SSBC) failed to air a scheduled interview with its leader, Dr. Lam Akol, accusing authorities of censorship and political bias.
In a statement, the party said the interview had already been recorded and was expected to be broadcast, but it was never aired without explanation.
The National Democratic Movement (NDM) described the incident as an attempt to deny opposition groups access to public media and limit political space in the country.
The party said the interview focused on key national issues, including governance, the peace process, and preparations for elections.
The party also warned that blocking opposition voices from state platforms undermines democratic principles and deprives citizens of balanced political information.
Dr. Lam Akol, a long-time critic of President Salva Kiir, has repeatedly called for political reforms and greater transparency in government.
His party (NDM) urged authorities to ensure equal media access for all political actors, especially during the ongoing transitional period.
There was no immediate public response from SSBC regarding the allegations at the time of reporting.
