Riek Machar.
first vice president of the independent Republic of South Sudan
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
Earlier this month
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Trial proceedings are held in Juba regarding violence in Nasir, involving Riek Machar.Some support2 reports
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Riek Machar is involved in peace talks and elections, with Juba as the capital, and calls for political reforms in South Sudan.Well supported15 reports9 developments inside
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IGAD is supporting South Sudan's peace process and elections, receiving greetings from Djibouti's President.Well supported3 reports2 developments inside
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A faction split occurred involving Riek Machar following his detention.Some support2 reports
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Yakani, Executive Director of CEPO, called on the South Sudan government regarding political matters, involving Riek Machar.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Edmund Yakani urged South Sudan leaders to settle differences as Parliament passed a bill.Some support3 reports
One to three months ago
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Militia formerly aligned with Riek Machar operated in Juba.Some support2 reports
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Clashes between military and loyal fighters surge, accompanied by dismissal signals indicating attempts to consolidate power in South Sudan.Some support2 reports
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Political transition in South Sudan is facing hurdles due to ongoing elite power struggles.Some support3 reports3 developments inside
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A trial concerning violence is currently taking place in South Sudan.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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Opposition groups are delaying national elections in South Sudan, involving Riek Machar and President Salva Kiir.Some support1 report
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Riek Machar was accused in the deadly Nasir incident, involving the Community Empowerment for Progress Organization.Some support5 reports1 development inside
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South Africa and South Sudan signed a bilateral agreement for infrastructure and aid, paving the way for Riek Machar's return.Some support1 report
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The civil war in South Sudan began following its independence from Sudan in 2021, with Riek Machar being a rival faction leader.Some support2 reports
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Trial proceedings were held in Juba involving Puot Kang Chol and Riek Machar.Some support5 reports1 development inside
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Trial proceedings were held in Juba involving Puot Kang Chol and Riek Machar.Some support1 report
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Machar's detention deepens political divisions in South Sudan, prompting the country to report election concerns to the UN Security Council.Well supported4 reports
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Gabriel Duop Lam and Riek Machar face charges in South Sudan's Special Court amid political turmoil.Some support3 reports
Gone quiet
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Around Riek Machar this week
News at the entities that move Riek Machar most-
South Sudan StructuralThe SSPDF is seeking a role in national road rehabilitation efforts in South Sudan, managed by the Ministry of Roads and Bridges.Moves Riek Machar
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Salva Kiir Mayardit OperationalBenjamin Bol Mel, former First Vice President, was accused of forging the president's signature and subsequently released from NSS detention.Moves Riek Machar
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National Security Service TransactionalThe National Security Service graduates personnel to secure oilfields in Upper Nile.Moves Riek Machar
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United Nations OperationalA dispute over the transfer of North Korean prisoners of war is occurring, involving the United Nations.Moves Riek Machar
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Upper Nile Shared contextCalls for action to address ongoing conflicts in the Ruweng Administrative Area of Upper Nile.Moves Riek Machar
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Stephen Par Kuol Mentioned togetherStephen Par Kuol chaired a meeting held in Juba on October 20, 2026.Moves Riek Machar
Connections
The 19 strongest of 33, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
South Sudan Structural
Riek Machar's political status and actions are intrinsically tied to the governance and conflict of South Sudan.
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Gatwech Lam Puoch Operational
The two political figures are co-defendants and co-accused in a trial regarding past violence and leadership accountability in South Sudan.
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Salva Kiir Mayardit Operational
The two leaders are engaged in active political rivalry and conflict over the future of South Sudan.
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Gabriel Duop Lam Operational
Riek Machar and Gabriel Duop Lam are currently facing charges together as co-defendants in the Special Court.
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Riek Machar serves as the leader of the Sudan People's Liberation Movement-in-Opposition.
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National Security Service Transactional
Riek Machar is currently being held at facilities run by the National Security Service.
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Stephen Simon Operational
Stephen Simon ruled on a recording request made by Riek Machar.
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United Nations Operational
The relationship is evidenced by a specific incident where a UN asset was involved in violence.
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Upper Nile Shared context
The individual's current situation is tied to the violence and political context of the Upper Nile region.
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Stephen Par Kuol Mentioned together
The two political figures are co-mentioned as being aligned with the same faction during a period of political instability and detention.
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Nasir Shared context
A location (Nasir) is cited as the context for events related to Riek Machar's trial.
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Oyet Nathaniel Pierino Shared context
Both entities are political figures operating within the South Sudanese leadership context.
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Jonglei Shared context
Jonglei functions as a political stronghold for Riek Machar's opposition movement.
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Cyril Ramaphosa Mentioned together
The entities are co-mentioned in the context of political consultations regarding a former Vice President.
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Maiwut County Shared context
Riek Machar is currently located in Maiwut County.
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Benjamin Bol Mel Operational
Riek Machar has refuted statements made by Benjamin Bol Mel.
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Juba Shared context
Riek Machar is consistently located in Juba while undergoing legal proceedings and house arrest.
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Sudan Shared context
Riek Machar held a deputy position within Sudan prior to the civil war.
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Sudan People's Liberation Movement Structural
Riek Machar is a key leader and member of the faction represented by the Sudan People's Liberation Movement.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
1 eventSeptember 2026
9 events- Riek Machar was allegedly arrested in Juba amid trial proceedings concerning violence in Upper Nile state.
- Trial proceedings are held in Juba regarding violence in Nasir, involving Riek Machar.
- Yakani, Executive Director of CEPO, called on the South Sudan government regarding political matters, involving Riek Machar.
- Edmund Yakani urged South Sudan leaders to settle differences as Parliament passed a bill.
- Militia formerly aligned with Riek Machar operated in Juba.
- A trial concerning violence is currently taking place in South Sudan.
- Opposition groups are delaying national elections in South Sudan, involving Riek Machar and President Salva Kiir.
- South Africa and South Sudan signed a bilateral agreement for infrastructure and aid, paving the way for Riek Machar's return.
- The civil war in South Sudan began following its independence from Sudan in 2021, with Riek Machar being a rival faction leader.
August 2026
3 events- Trial proceedings were held in Juba involving Puot Kang Chol and Riek Machar.
- Machar's detention deepens political divisions in South Sudan, prompting the country to report election concerns to the UN Security Council.
- Gabriel Duop Lam and Riek Machar face charges in South Sudan's Special Court amid political turmoil.
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July 2026
2 eventsJune 2026
7 events- Riek Machar is involved in peace talks and elections, with Juba as the capital, and calls for political reforms in South Sudan.
- IGAD is supporting South Sudan's peace process and elections, receiving greetings from Djibouti's President.
- A faction split occurred involving Riek Machar following his detention.
- Riek Machar was accused in the deadly Nasir incident, involving the Community Empowerment for Progress Organization.
- Trial proceedings were held in Juba involving Puot Kang Chol and Riek Machar.
- A trial regarding leadership accountability is underway involving Riek Machar and Gatwech Lam Puoch.
- Recent events involving Riek Machar occurred in Maiwut County.