BREAKING Kiir names Bol Mel as deputy head of ruling SPLM revokes Iggas appointment

Wed 2025-05-21

Benjamin Bol Mel, Vice President for Economic Cluster. [Photo courtesy]

JUBA – South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir Mayardit on Tuesday named Vice-President Benjamin Bol Mel as first deputy head of the ruling SPLM party, revoking the appointment of former Vice-President James Wani Igga.

The appointment comes amid rumors about the president’s health and speculation over his succession by Benjamin Bol, a wealthy businessman sanctioned by the United States of America.

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