Leadership Overhaul: Kiir Sacks Two Undersecretaries in ICT Ministry

President Salva Kiir has issued a presidential decree sacking two senior officials from the Ministry of Information, Communication Technology, and Postal Services. The decision, announced on state-owned South Sudan Broadcasting Corporation (SSBC), affects two undersecretaries who have been replaced with new appointees. The officials removed from their posts are Wani Ladu Kenyi and Yath Awan Yath. They have been succeeded by Thomas Gatkuoth Yak and Martin Mabior Mawien, respectively. No reasons were given for the dismissals, but the reshuffle is seen as part of the government’s ongoing reforms aimed at improving efficiency within public institutions. Who are the new appointees? While little is publicly known about Thomas Gatkuoth Yak’s previous roles, his appointment marks a new chapter in the leadership of the ICT ministry. On the other hand, Martin Mabior Mawien brings significant experience in logistics and public procurement. He has previously served as M...