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South Sudan’s Caretaker Minister of Presidential Affairs, Africano Mande Gedima, has held talks with Ethiopia’s Ambassador to South Sudan, Delil Kedir Bushra, on strengthening bilateral relations and cooperation between the two countries. The meeting focused on diplomatic relations and cooperation, with the two officials also exchanging views on the current situation in South Sudan, Ethiopia and the wider region. Ambassador Delil Kedir said the discussions provided an opportunity to share perspectives on regional developments and matters of mutual interest. South Sudan and Ethiopia share longstanding political, economic and people-to-people ties, while developments in the two neighboring countries can have broader implications for the East African region. 📍 Juba, South Sudan 📅 October 2, 2026 📰 READ MORE: Office of the President, South Sudan 💬 What do you think about South Sudan-Ethiopia relations? Share your views in the comments. 📲 Follow Juba Wire for more South Sudan news and ...
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New SPLM Secretary General and Deputy Ahead of Elections

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President Kiir. 

‎In a significant political shift ahead of South Sudan’s much anticipated general elections, President Salva Kiir has appointed Comrade Paul Logole as the new Secretary General of the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM), and Comrade Baba Medan as Deputy Secretary General.

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‎The announcement was made via state broadcaster SSBC, and it marks one of the most consequential changes in SPLM’s top leadership in recent years.

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‎Who Are the New SPLM Leaders?

‎Paul Logole  Secretary General

‎Paul Logole is a veteran SPLM figure known for his quiet discipline, organizational skills, and long term loyalty to the movement. 

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‎While not widely visible in the public eye, he has played key roles behind the scenes in party management and coordination. 

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‎As Secretary General, Logole will now be in charge of the day-to-day operations of the SPLM, including planning for the upcoming elections.

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‎Baba Medan  Deputy Secretary General

‎Baba Medan is a dynamic and youthful political leader who previously served as Minister of Information and as Governor of Jonglei State. 

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‎With strong support among young people and deep ties to grassroots communities in Greater Jonglei, his return to national party leadership is being seen as a strategic move to energize SPLM’s base and improve its appeal among youth.

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‎Why This Matters Now

‎This shake-up comes at a critical time as South Sudan prepares for its first national elections since independence in 2011. 

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‎The SPLM is seeking to show unity, stability, and readiness to lead the country into a democratic future.

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‎By bringing in a combination of experience (Logole) and youthful energy (Medan), President Kiir appears to be positioning the party for both organizational efficiency and mass appeal.

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‎These appointments also send a message to opposition groups: the SPLM is serious about campaigning and winning in the upcoming elections.

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‎What It Means for the Elections

‎1. With just months to go, the new SPLM leadership will face major tasks, including:

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‎2. Finalizing the party’s campaign strategy

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‎3. Mobilizing support across states and counties

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‎4. Communicating SPLM’s vision to the public

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‎5. Ensuring internal unity within the party ranks

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‎Their success or failure could significantly shape the outcome of South Sudan’s first major democratic exercise.

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‎Final Thoughts

‎While the appointments of Paul Logole and Baba Medan may seem like internal party moves, they carry major national implications. 

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‎As South Sudan navigates its political transition, these two leaders will play a central role in how the SPLM positions itself and whether it can truly lead the country into a peaceful and democratic future.


‎Stay tuned to Juba Wire for more updates and analysis as the road to elections unfolds.

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