JUBA, South Sudan – Salva Kiir Mayardit has announced a major government reshuffle affecting key ministries and the country’s military leadership through a series of Republican decrees issued on Wednesday evening.

The decrees, broadcast on the state-owned South Sudan Broadcasting Corporation, introduced immediate changes within the national government as the country navigates economic pressures and the implementation of the revitalized peace agreement.

Among the most notable changes, Salvatore Garang Mabiordit was relieved of his duties as Minister of Finance and Planning. He has been replaced by Kuol Daniel Ayulo, who now assumes leadership of the influential finance ministry at a time when South Sudan continues to grapple with inflation, delayed salary payments, and declining oil revenues.

In another decree, Julius Tabuley Daniel was dismissed as Deputy Minister of Public Service and Human Resource Development. President Kiir appointed Mahjoub Biel Turuk as the new deputy minister in the same docket.

The president also named Clement Juma Mbugonvia as the new Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, a ministry viewed as central to efforts aimed at tackling food insecurity and boosting agricultural production across the country.

Significant changes were also announced within the defence establishment.

Santino Deng Wol was relieved of his role as Undersecretary for Veterans’ Affairs in the Ministry of Defence and Veterans’ Affairs and appointed as the new Chief of Defence Forces of the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF).

At the same time, Gen. Dr. Paul Nang Majok was removed from his position as Chief of Defence Forces and reassigned as Undersecretary for Veterans’ Affairs in the Ministry of Defence and Veterans’ Affairs.

The reshuffle comes amid ongoing political and economic developments in the country, including continued implementation of the peace agreement and preparations for future political processes.

The latest decrees represent one of the most significant government shake-ups announced by President Kiir in recent months, affecting both civilian institutions and military leadership.

No official reasons were immediately provided for the changes, though the decrees took effect immediately upon announcement.