President Salva Kiir Mayardit Renames University of Northern Bahr el Ghazal ‎

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‎President Salva Kiir Mayardit has announced the renaming of the University of Northern Bahr el Ghazal to the University of Aweil and directed the national parliament to formalize its status as a public university. ‎ ‎The announcement was made during the president’s visit to Aweil, where he pledged government support for higher education and institutional development in the region. ‎ ‎President Kiir instructed lawmakers to undertake the necessary legal procedures to ensure the newly renamed University of Aweil is fully recognized as a public university under South Sudan’s higher education framework. ‎ ‎The move is expected to strengthen access to higher education in Northern Bahr el Ghazal and enhance the university’s role in training skilled professionals to support national development. ‎ ‎Further details on the parliamentary process and implementation timeline are yet to be announced.

New Era for SPLM: Dr. Benjamin Bol Mel Pledges Loyalty, Discipline, and Development ‎



VP. Dr. Bol Mel 

In a significant political development, Dr. Benjamin Bol Mel, Vice President of the Republic of South Sudan and Chairperson of the Economic Cluster, has officially been sworn in as the First Deputy Chairperson of the Sudan People's Liberation Movement (SPLM).

‎Speaking during the swearing-in ceremony in Juba, Dr. Bol Mel described his new role not as a personal honor, but a solemn "call to duty." He pledged to serve with loyalty, discipline, and dedication under the leadership of SPLM Chairperson and President, H.E. Salva Kiir Mayardit.

‎In his remarks, Dr. Bol Mel paid tribute to his predecessor, Professor James Wani Igga, and acknowledged the contributions of SPLM veterans including Comrades Daniel Awet Akot and Kuol Manyang Juuk.

‎He also expressed deep gratitude to the party’s founders, senior comrades, and veteran members for their courage and sacrifice, promising to carry their legacy forward. "You walked through fire to lift our nation from bondage to independence," he said. "I honour your service, respect your wisdom, and vow to carry forward the torch you lit."

‎Looking ahead to the 2026 general elections, Dr. Bol Mel outlined SPLM’s strategic roadmap, emphasizing grassroots mobilization, strengthening of party structures at all levels, and reactivating the SPLM Diaspora.

‎He also reaffirmed the SPLM’s commitment to President Kiir’s national vision particularly the promise that South Sudan “will never return to war.” His priorities include boosting agriculture, encouraging investment, and improving public sector welfare by ensuring regular salary payments for civil servants and organized forces.

‎Promising to be the President’s "engine for development," Dr. Bol Mel concluded with a unifying call:


‎“Now is the time to rise, to rebuild, and to reclaim the SPLM’s place as the beating heart of this nation.”

‎With a renewed leadership team and a clear roadmap, the SPLM is positioning itself as a driving force in shaping South Sudan’s future.

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