President Kiir still in murky political waters eight years into power PaanLuel Wël 11 years ago President Salva Kiir of the South Sudan has lost all his key men just eight years after taking power. The exits are a defining moment for Kiir’s political career. As he seeks to steer the young country uncertainty over the fate of the disputed Abyei region persists. A referendum on Abyei was slated for this month but it remains unclear if it will take place. Last month, President Kiir suggested that the 2015 General Election may be delayed, citing lack of funds for census and finalisation of the new Constitution. So, how will his political fortunes fare in coming months. His assumption to office in 2005, was a walk in the park. The death of Dr John Garang in a plane crash in July 2005 had left him the heir apparent. Many had angled for the post including former vice president Riek Machar and former foreign minister Dr Lam Akol. Unlike Kiir, both Dr Akol and Dr Machar are intellectuals with PhDs like the late Dr Garang, but Kiir’s strong point was his popularity within the military. Kiir inherited the leadership together with a team that worked with the late Dr Garang, commonly referred to as the “Garang Boys.” Eight years later that team is out in the wilderness. Share this:Print Open letter: President Kiir’s Decree on Disarming Twic Mayardit and Ngok Abyei is a Non-StarterDateJanuary 18, 2024In relation toAbyeiThe Haters of Jieng Council of Elders will have hard time like Abyei of Deng MajokDateDecember 7, 2014In relation toFeatured ArticlesWill Warrap Governor Kuol Muor’s Green Book Resolve the Violence Between Ngok Abyei and Twic Mayardit?DateJanuary 7, 2024In relation toAbyei
