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.

President ‎Kiir Charts 2025 Vision at SPLM Swearing-In: Bol Mel Steps In, SPLM Steps Forward



‎President Salva Kiir Mayardiit on Thursday officially welcomed the new top deputies of the SPLM during a swearing in ceremony at the party’s headquarters in Juba.

‎Dr. Benjamin Bol Mel stepped into the role of First Deputy Chairman, Mary Apai became the Second Deputy Chairperson, and Simon Kun was named Third Deputy Chairman.

‎In his speech, President Kiir said the SPLM is a movement for all South Sudanese not for one tribe or region. He urged the new leaders to work together, focus on results, and put the country first. 

‎Kiir also made a big announcement: 2025 is now the Year of Agriculture. He called on citizens to work the land and help build a self-reliant economy.

‎To the youth, he had this message: “The future is in your hands learn from the past and lead the way forward.”

‎Dr. Bol Mel, now officially the First Deputy, thanked Kiir for the trust. “I may be new to this role, but not to the struggle,” he said. 

‎Dr. Bol Mel, promised loyalty and teamwork to push the SPLM’s goals and honor the legacy of its past leaders.

‎The event brought together government officials, party members, and dignitaries from across the country all showing support for a fresh chapter in the SPLM’s journey.

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