Salva Kiir Mayardit.
President of South Sudan since 2011
- Reports this week
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- Active events
- 1
- Connections
- 51
What's happening
Earlier this month
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Akol Paul Kordit met with Salva Kiir Mayardit and directed aspirants on October 15, 2026.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 report2 developments inside
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President Salva Kiir orders the establishment of a defense university in Juba, instructing ministries to provide grants.Some support1 report
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President Salva Kiir governs South Sudan through decree and appoints Wek Mamer Kuol to the Justice Ministry.Some support7 reports3 developments inside
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Kiir's 2021 order restricts military political participation in South Sudan.Some support1 report
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President Salva Kiir Mayardit relieved Amer Madol Majak of her undersecretary position.Some support1 report
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Security forces were deployed from Juba to support peace efforts, as the national government under the President supports stability.Some support1 report
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Leading dialogue was held concerning the electoral pathway and transitional settlement in South Sudan.Well supported5 reports
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Emmanuel Adil Anthony reinforced Salva Kiir Mayardit as the sole candidate.Some support3 reports
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Emmanuel Adil Anthony accepted nomination to contest governor while Salva Kiir Mayardit leads the SPLM party.Some support1 report
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Ramaphosa chairs C5 supporting South Sudan transition, while Kiir holds peace talks in South Africa with William Ruto.Some support5 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
One to three months ago
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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 support9 reports2 developments inside
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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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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
Gone quiet
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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
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President Salva Kiir returns to the capital after a regional tour, while residents call for improved road links to the national capital.Some support1 report
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Around Salva Kiir Mayardit this week
News at the entities that move Salva Kiir Mayardit most-
government StructuralHealth accounted for 40% of all Government spending overruns, according to the Irish Fiscal Advisory Council.Moves Salva Kiir Mayardit
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Cyril Ramaphosa OperationalPresident Cyril Ramaphosa appointed an Inter-Ministerial Committee in 2018.Moves Salva Kiir Mayardit
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East African Community StructuralRebecca Kadaga urged the East African Community to implement digital trade measures.Moves Salva Kiir Mayardit
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Yoweri Museveni Mentioned togetherRussia provided military equipment and support to Uganda, while Museveni sought technology transfer.Moves Salva Kiir Mayardit
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Akol Paul Kordit OperationalAkol Paul Kordit spoke on party rules during his political activities in South Sudan.Moves Salva Kiir Mayardit
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South Sudan StructuralPresidential aspirant Kornelio Kon Ngon planned a trip to Wau, South Sudan, for prayers.Moves Salva Kiir Mayardit
Connections
The 37 strongest of 51, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
South Sudan Structural
Salva Kiir Mayardit serves as the governing president, directing the political and legal framework of South Sudan.
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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 and conflict over the future of South Sudan.
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South Sudan Broadcasting Corporation Structural
SSBC functions as the official state broadcaster for presidential decrees and orders issued by Salva Kiir Mayardit.
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Ministry of Higher Education Structural
The President formally instructs the Ministry of Higher Education to initiate university approval processes.
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Wek Mamer Kuol Structural
Salva Kiir Mayardit appoints Wek Mamer Kuol to the Justice Ministry.
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Emmanuel Adil Anthony Operational
The two political figures engage in mutual political support and high-level discussions regarding security and elections.
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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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National Security Service Structural
Salva Kiir Mayardit, as President, exercises formal authority over the National Security Service.
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Western Equatoria Transactional
The President (B) exercised executive authority by granting amnesty within the state (A).
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Cyril Ramaphosa Operational
The two presidents engage in diplomatic talks and cooperation regarding regional issues like peace processes and elections.
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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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election commission Structural
The President utilizes executive authority to manage the NEC by removing and appointing its chairperson.
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South Africa Transactional
Salva Kiir visited South Africa for peace talks and requested diplomatic assistance.
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Sebastian Brökelmann Structural
Salva Kiir Mayardit formally accredited Sebastian Brökelmann, establishing a recognized status for Brökelmann.
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Akol Paul Kordit Operational
Akol Paul Kordit actively supports and interacts with Salva Kiir Mayardit in the context of South Sudanese political leadership.
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Kornelio Kon Ngu Operational
Kornelio Kon Ngu actively challenged Salva Kiir Mayardit in a bid, which Kon Ngu later withdrew.
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Benjamin Bol Mel Operational
Benjamin Bol Mel is actively competing with Salva Kiir Mayardit for political power, including accusations of a coup plot.
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Uganda Transactional
The two entities are engaged in discussions regarding the resolution of a border dispute.
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Ministry of Finance and Planning Structural
Salva Kiir Mayardit, as President, directs the Ministry of Finance and Planning to provide start-up grants.
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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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William Ruto Transactional
William Ruto and Salva Kiir Mayardit held multiple bilateral diplomatic meetings in Nairobi to discuss relations and cooperation.
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Yoweri Museveni Mentioned together
Kiir Mayardit is observed to follow Yoweri Museveni's leadership model.
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Ayii Ayii Akol Operational
Ayii Ayii Akol is accused of forging the signature of President Salva Kiir Mayardit.
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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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Juba Shared context
Juba functions as the capital and official base where Salva Kiir Mayardit conducts his presidential duties.
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government Structural
The President (A) operates within the governmental structure (B), executing its legislative functions.
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Warrap Shared context
Warrap and Salva Kiir Mayardit share a regional context within South Sudan, with evidence describing local and national political developments.
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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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Pretoria Shared context
Salva Kiir Mayardit held talks in Pretoria.
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Kom Kom Geng Transactional
Kom Kom Geng was accused of forging the signature of Salva Kiir Mayardit.
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National Congress Party Operational
The National Congress Party is forecast to support Salva Kiir Mayardit in a presidential election.
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Kenya Operational
Salva Kiir Mayardit visited Kenya to discuss bilateral cooperation.
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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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NEC Shared context
NEC is observed operating within the political context of South Sudan elections, related to Salva Kiir Mayardit's sphere of influence.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
8 events- Benjamin Bol Mel, former First Vice President, was accused of forging the president's signature and subsequently released from NSS detention.
- Akol Paul Kordit met with Salva Kiir Mayardit and directed aspirants on October 15, 2026.
- President Salva Kiir orders the establishment of a defense university in Juba, instructing ministries to provide grants.
- Kiir's 2021 order restricts military political participation in South Sudan.
- President Salva Kiir Mayardit relieved Amer Madol Majak of her undersecretary position.
- Security forces were deployed from Juba to support peace efforts, as the national government under the President supports stability.
- Emmanuel Adil Anthony accepted nomination to contest governor while Salva Kiir Mayardit leads the SPLM party.
- Ramaphosa chairs C5 supporting South Sudan transition, while Kiir holds peace talks in South Africa with William Ruto.
September 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 eventsShow 2 earlier months
July 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.
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.