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‎President Kiir Swears In New Cabinet Members, Urges Unity and Service to Nation ‎


‎President Salva Kiir swears in new South Sudan ministers and state officials during a ceremony in Juba, urging unity and national service, October 2025.
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  • President Salva Kiir swears in new ministers and state officials in Juba, calling for unity, peace, and national service. New appointees include Pieng Deng Kuol, Denay Jock Chagor, Rizik Zachariah Hassan, and Jacob Dollar Ruot.
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‎JUBA, October 14, 2025  

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‎President Salva Kiir Mayardit on Tuesday presided over the swearing-in ceremony of newly appointed government officials, urging them to work collectively to promote unity, peace, and development across South Sudan.


‎Read: SSPDF Airstrikes Hit SPLA-IO Positions in Jur River County (WBGS)

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The new appointees include:

‎1. Pieng Deng Kuol – Minister of East African Community Affairs

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‎2. Denay Jock Chagor – Minister of Wildlife Conservation and Tourism

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‎3. Rizik Zachariah Hassan – Minister of Transport

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4. ‎James Koang Chuol – Deputy Minister of Defense and Veteran Affairs

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‎5. Jacob Dollar Ruot – Governor of Upper Nile State

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‎President Kiir also oversaw the oath-taking of Samuel Yanga Mikaya, Chairperson of the Board of Directors of the South Sudan Civil Aviation Authority, along with several Non-Executive Directors of the Bank of South Sudan, whose mandates were extended for two years.


‎Read: Machar’s Defense Declares Juba Special Court Illegal: Court Mandate Expired, Demands His Immediate Release


‎During the ceremony, President Kiir described the appointments as a “call to duty”, urging the officials to prioritize the country’s interests above personal ambitions. 

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‎He emphasized the need for teamwork in strengthening the national army, fostering peace, and advancing reconciliation among communities.


‎Read: Rebel Forces and RSF Forces Regroup Near Sudan Border, South Sudan Officials Warn ‎


‎“We must place the welfare of our citizens above everything else and work as one government for the good of our nation,” Kiir said.

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‎The Head of State further tasked the Civil Aviation Authority with modernizing South Sudan’s air transport infrastructure and promoting digital connectivity in line with international aviation standards.

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‎Speaking on behalf of the ruling party, SPLM Third Deputy Chairman Simon Kun Puoch encouraged the newly sworn-in officials to uphold their constitutional responsibilities and drive national progress through honest and transparent governance.

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Read: Over 1000 IO Forces Defects: Video Showing Over 1,000 SPLA-IO Fighters Defect to SSPDF in Ayod County


‎Meanwhile, Minister Pieng Deng Kuol assured the public of his commitment to serve diligently and to represent South Sudan effectively within the East African Community (EAC) framework.

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‎The officials pledged loyalty to the Constitution and promised to foster accountability, strengthen public institutions, and implement policies that improve the country’s governance and service delivery.

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