Office of the President - Republic of South Sudan

Official account of the Office of the President, Republic of South Sudan.

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July 30th. Martyrs Day, Honoring Our Heroes.

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JUBA, July 30, 2026 — The President of the Republic, His Excellency Salva Kiir Mayardit on Thursday led the nation in commemorating Martyrs' Day, paying tribute to the men and women whose sacrifices laid the foundation for the Republic of South Sudan.

Citizens, government officials, members of the security services, diplomats, and veterans gathered for the solemn ceremony to honour the country's national heroes and heroines. The commemoration was led in memory of the Founding Leader, Dr. John Garang de Mabior, and all those who gave their lives in the struggle for freedom, justice, and independence.

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JUBA, JULY 23, 2026 — His Excellency, President Salva Kiir Mayardit has received a progress briefing from the Chairperson of the National Transitional Committee (NTC), Hon. Kuol Manyang Juuk, on preparations for South Sudan's forthcoming national elections, including the security situation and funding for electoral institutions.

Kuol Manyang Juuk updated the President on steady progress across outstanding electoral preparations, affirming that the process remains on course.

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JUBA, JULY 23, 2026 — President Salva Kiir Mayardit has bid farewell to outgoing Canadian Ambassador Joanne Minns, commending the strong diplomatic and development ties between South Sudan and Canada as she concluded her tour of duty.

The meeting focused on the peace process, Ebola preparedness, and continued support to the healthcare sector, reflecting the two countries' longstanding partnership in peacekeeping and humanitarian cooperation.

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JUBA, July 22, 2026 – The President of the Republic, His Excellency Salva Kiir Mayardit, has received a detailed briefing from the Governor of Northern Bahr el Ghazal State, Charles Dut Akol, on the current situation in the state.

Hon. Akol said he updated the president on preparations for the upcoming elections, noting that he has been meeting with chiefs from the counties to inform them about the electoral process and encourage public awareness.

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JUBA, July 22, 2026 — His Excellency President Salva Kiir Mayardit on Wednesday received a briefing from the Deputy Governor of Western Bahr el Ghazal State, Hon. Achiom Edward Apworo Dimo, on the general situation in the state, with discussions focusing on security, governance, and preparations for the December 2026 general elections.

During the meeting, the Deputy Governor updated the President on the prevailing security environment and ongoing efforts to maintain peace and stability across Western Bahr el Ghazal State. The briefing also reviewed the state's level of preparedness for the forthcoming elections and measures being undertaken to support a peaceful and credible electoral process.

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JUBA, July 22, 2026 — His Excellency President Salva Kiir Mayardit on Wednesday received a briefing on the current situation in the #Abyei Special Administrative Area, with discussions focusing on security, economic conditions, governance, and preparations for the December 2026 general elections.

The President was briefed by the Chief Administrator, Justice Charles Abyei Jok, who was accompanied by the Chairperson of the Abyei Community and member of the Abyei File, Dr. Dier Tong Ngor.

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JUBA, July 22, 2026 — His Excellency President Salva Kiir Mayardit has formally assented to the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan (R-ARCSS), 2018, (Amendment 2026), clearing the legal pathway for the conduct of South Sudan's national elections scheduled for December 2026.

The presidential assent marks a significant milestone in the implementation of the Revitalized Peace Agreement by delinking the legal provisions that had previously linked the conduct of elections to the completion of the permanent constitution-making process and the national population census.

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JUBA, July 20, 2026 — The President of the Republic His Excellency Salva Kiir Mayardit on Monday held talks with the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Secretary-General Senator Hassan Omar Hassan, as South Sudan's ruling Sudan People's Liberation Movement (SPLM) and Kenya's ruling UDA moved to strengthen political cooperation through a newly signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).

The President received a briefing on the cooperation framework from SPLM Secretary-General Dr. Akol Paul Kordit and Senator Hassan Omar Hassan following a series of high-level party-to-party engagements held in Juba.

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JUBA, 17th JULY 2026 - The Government of the Republic of South Sudan has commenced the operationalization of the Cybercrime and Computer Misuse Act, 2026, in line with Presidential Directive No. 03/2026, marking a significant step towards strengthening national cybersecurity, protecting critical digital infrastructure, and safeguarding the integrity of the country's democratic process.

On 16 July 2026, the National Cyber-Security Task Force convened its first operational meeting to begin implementing the provisions of the Act through enhanced inter-agency coordination and technical collaboration.

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Presidential Directive on the Executive State Policy for the Establishment, Incorporation, Redesignation, Renaming, and Statutory Operationalization of the three Public Universities

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JUBA, July 17, 2026 — His Excellency President Salva Kiir Mayardit has directed senior leaders of the Sudan People's Liberation Movement (SPLM) to intensify efforts to foster peace, strengthen security, and prepare a conducive environment for the successful conduct of South Sudan's general elections scheduled for December.

The directive came on Friday during a meeting with SPLM chairpersons from the states and administrative areas, attended by the party's Secretary-General, Dr. Akol Paul Kordit.
President Kiir instructed the party leadership to work closely with communities across the country to preserve peace, promote unity, and support local authorities in ensuring that all citizens can participate in the electoral process freely, safely, and peacefully.

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JUBA, July 16, 2026 — His Excellency President Salva Kiir Mayardit today officially inaugurated the new Terminal Three at Juba International Airport, heralding a transformative moment for South Sudan's aviation sector and reaffirming the nation's steady march towards modern infrastructure, economic growth, and greater global connectivity.

The inauguration, held under the theme "A New Era of Safe, Secure and Sustainable Air Transport for All," marks one of the most significant upgrades to the country's principal gateway since independence, providing travelers with a modern, world-class facility designed to meet international aviation standards.

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JUBA, July 15, 2026 — His Excellency, President Salva Kiir Mayardit will on Thursday officially commission the new Terminal 3 at Juba International Airport, marking a major milestone in South Sudan's efforts to modernise its aviation infrastructure and improve international air travel.

Ahead of the inauguration, the President on Wednesday received a briefing on the final state of preparedness from the Minister of Transport, Rizik Zakaria Hassan, and the Director General of the South Sudan Civil Aviation Authority, Dr. Ayiei Garang Deng.

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JUBA, July 13, 2026 — The President of the Republic His Excellency Salva Kiir Mayardit on Monday received a congratulatory message from #Israeli President @Isaac_Herzog marking South Sudan's 15th Independence Anniversary, in a gesture underscoring the growing ties between the two countries.

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JUBA, July 13, 2026 — His Excellency, President Salva Kiir Mayardit on Monday presided over the swearing-in of a new presidential special envoy, a Cabinet minister, a member of the National Elections Commission (NEC), and the new Board of Directors of the South Sudan Broadcasting Corporation (SSBC), urging all the appointees to faithfully serve the Republic of South Sudan and uphold the responsibilities entrusted to them.

The ceremony, held at the State House, J1, saw the officials take the oath of office, pledging allegiance to the Republic of South Sudan, to faithfully discharge their constitutional duties, protect the sovereignty and interests of the nation, and serve the people with integrity, impartiality, and dedication.

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