Breaking: President Kiir Removes Kuol Deng Kuol, Appoints Gregory Deng Kuac as Defence Undersecretary
May 7, 2025 | Juba, South Sudan
Reshuffle at the Ministry of Defence
President Salva Kiir Mayardit has relieved Kuol Deng Kuol from his role as Undersecretary for Defence in the Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs. He has appointed Gregory Deng Kuac as his replacement, according to a presidential decree issued Wednesday.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!Kuol Deng Kuol, a senior military figure, played a key role in defense administration. His dismissal comes at a time of growing calls for institutional reform and stronger oversight of South Sudan’s security framework.
Gregory Deng Kuac Returns to Top Defense Role
The new appointee, Gregory Deng Kuac, was previously the Deputy Director General for the General Intelligence Bureau within the National Security Services. He was removed from that role earlier, and no replacement had been named until this week.
His return to government in this new capacity is seen as a strategic shift, likely aimed at enhancing synergy between defense and intelligence operations at a national level.
Implications and Reactions
This high-level reshuffle adds to a growing list of recent leadership changes in South Sudan’s security and defense sectors. While the presidency has not provided reasons for Kuol’s dismissal, insiders point to a broader effort to consolidate President Kiir’s security policy heading into a pivotal political period.
Observers say the selection of Gregory Deng Kuac could bring a fresh perspective to the Ministry, given his background in intelligence and inter-agency coordination.
Further appointments and changes may be expected as the government seeks to streamline defense operations and reinforce civilian oversight ahead of national reforms and anticipated elections.
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