Salva Kiir Mayardit.
President of South Sudan since 2011
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
- 36
What's happening
Active this week
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Leading dialogue was held concerning the electoral pathway and transitional settlement in South Sudan.Well supported4 reports
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President Salva Kiir governs South Sudan through decree and appoints Wek Mamer Kuol to the Justice Ministry.Some support6 reports2 developments inside
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Emmanuel Adil Anthony reinforced Salva Kiir Mayardit as the sole candidate.Some support2 reports
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A dialogue was held in South Sudan concerning the electoral pathway and transitional settlement, led by Salva Kiir Mayardit.Some support1 report
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A political power struggle against the founder's legacy is underway in South Sudan, with the country being governed through presidential decrees.Some support8 reports2 developments inside
Earlier this month
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A leadership crisis has emerged involving the Election Commission, where the president removed the NEC chairperson and appointed a replacement, with a professor questioning the timing.Some support2 reports
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Salva Kiir Mayardit confirmed promotions in Wau.Some support1 report
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Museveni appointed his son to the presidential guard, while Salva Kiir Mayardit publicly noted that he follows Museveni's leadership model.Some support1 report
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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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Facts regarding South Sudan, including Juba as the capital, the status of Kuajok, and the role of the President, Salva Kiir Mayardit.Some support1 report1 development inside
One to three months ago
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Leaders from Akobo County met in Juba to present concerns to President Kiir regarding the ongoing crisis in their region.Some support1 report
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Political disagreements between President Salva Kiir and former deputy Riek Machar have caused instability in South Sudan, leading to a severe humanitarian crisis and mass flight to neighboring countries.Well supported3 reports5 developments inside
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Salva Kiir Mayardit ordered the establishment of new public universities in Warrap and Central Equatoria.Some support1 report
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Kiir established a committee chaired by an EAC minister.Some support1 report
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President Salva Kiir appointed Madut Biar Yel as Presidential Envoy for the Great Lakes Region, while also dismissing him from his higher education ministry post.Some support1 report
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The President of South Sudan is hosting the main Independence Day celebrations in Juba and is expected to deliver his annual address.Some support2 reports
Gone quiet
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Around Salva Kiir Mayardit this week
News at the entities that move Salva Kiir Mayardit most-
Riek Machar OperationalA faction split occurred involving Riek Machar following his detention.Moves Salva Kiir Mayardit
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Emmanuel Adil Anthony OperationalEmmanuel Adil Anthony attended a cultural festival in South Sudan and promoted peace and cultural preservation.Moves Salva Kiir Mayardit
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government StructuralGovernment plans fast-track resettlement for refugees from Afghanistan and Mandatory Palestine, while Nigel Farage rejects legal routes.Moves Salva Kiir Mayardit
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South Sudan StructuralArchbishop Elias Taban Parangi mediated a political dialogue in Juba, South Sudan.Moves Salva Kiir Mayardit
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East African Community StructuralBurundi contributes troops to a regional force deployed to intervene in the Democratic Republic of the Congo under UN mandate.Moves Salva Kiir Mayardit
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Yoweri Museveni Mentioned togetherWLC calls on Ugandan authorities for disclosure, while Kainerugaba's parentage is noted.Moves Salva Kiir Mayardit
Connections
The 24 strongest of 36, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
William Othwon Awer Structural
A was appointed by B's administration to the role of deputy justice minister.
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Riek Machar Operational
The two leaders are engaged in active political rivalry, competing through their respective forces in peace talks and electoral processes regarding South Sudan's future.
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South Sudan Structural
Salva Kiir Mayardit serves as the governing president of South Sudan, directing its political and legal framework.
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Madut Biar Yel Structural
Salva Kiir Mayardit exercises formal authority over Madut Biar Yel through appointments and dismissals.
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John Garang Operational
The relationship is characterized by an active political power struggle between the two leaders against the backdrop of the founder's legacy.
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Emmanuel Adil Anthony Operational
The two political figures engage in high-level talks and mutual political support regarding security issues.
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Wek Mamer Kuol Structural
Salva Kiir Mayardit appoints Wek Mamer Kuol to the Justice Ministry.
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election commission Structural
The President utilizes executive authority to manage the NEC by removing and appointing its chairperson.
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Western Equatoria Transactional
The President (B) exercised executive authority by granting amnesty within the state (A).
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Akobo Operational
The entity Akobo is involved in a current political process where a ministerial representative is tasked with presenting concerns to President Salva Kiir Mayardit.
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Uganda Transactional
The two entities are engaged in discussions regarding the resolution of a border dispute.
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Sebastian Brökelmann Structural
Salva Kiir Mayardit formally accredited Sebastian Brökelmann, establishing a recognized status for Brökelmann.
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South Sudan Broadcasting Corporation Structural
SSBC functions as the official broadcaster for presidential decrees and orders issued by Salva Kiir Mayardit.
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East African Community Structural
Kiir established a committee utilizing the EAC structure, which is chaired by an EAC minister.
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Mary Apai Operational
The two individuals interacted while attending a senior leadership meeting.
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Akol Paul Kordit Operational
A publicly supported B's candidacy for a political role as flag bearer.
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Yoweri Museveni Mentioned together
Kiir Mayardit is observed to follow Yoweri Museveni's leadership model.
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government Structural
The President (A) operates within the governmental structure (B), executing its legislative functions.
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Juba Shared context
Juba functions as the capital and official base where Salva Kiir Mayardit conducts his presidential duties.
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Central Equatoria Structural
The relationship is defined by the leadership role of B in directing the establishment of new public universities related to A's operational capacity.
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Joseph Malek Arop Shared context
A was involved in a political dispute regarding the Abyei boundary within the context of South Sudan.
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Warrap Shared context
Warrap and Salva Kiir Mayardit share a regional context within South Sudan related to political development.
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Wau Shared context
The location of Wau served as the confirmed base of operations for Kiir during his promotions.
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National Congress Party Operational
The National Congress Party is forecast to support Salva Kiir Mayardit in a presidential election.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
6 events- Leading dialogue was held concerning the electoral pathway and transitional settlement in South Sudan.
- A dialogue was held in South Sudan concerning the electoral pathway and transitional settlement, led by Salva Kiir Mayardit.
- A leadership crisis has emerged involving the Election Commission, where the president removed the NEC chairperson and appointed a replacement, with a professor questioning the timing.
- Salva Kiir Mayardit confirmed promotions in Wau.
- Museveni appointed his son to the presidential guard, while Salva Kiir Mayardit publicly noted that he follows Museveni's leadership model.
- Opposition groups are delaying national elections in South Sudan, involving Riek Machar and President Salva Kiir.
August 2026
2 eventsJuly 2026
6 events- Emmanuel Adil Anthony reinforced Salva Kiir Mayardit as the sole candidate.
- A political power struggle against the founder's legacy is underway in South Sudan, with the country being governed through presidential decrees.
- Salva Kiir Mayardit ordered the establishment of new public universities in Warrap and Central Equatoria.
- Kiir established a committee chaired by an EAC minister.
- President Salva Kiir appointed Madut Biar Yel as Presidential Envoy for the Great Lakes Region, while also dismissing him from his higher education ministry post.
- The President of South Sudan is hosting the main Independence Day celebrations in Juba and is expected to deliver his annual address.
Show 1 earlier month
June 2026
3 events- President Salva Kiir governs South Sudan through decree and appoints Wek Mamer Kuol to the Justice Ministry.
- Political disagreements between President Salva Kiir and former deputy Riek Machar have caused instability in South Sudan, leading to a severe humanitarian crisis and mass flight to neighboring countries.
- President Salva Kiir returns to the capital after a regional tour, while residents call for improved road links to the national capital.