02/09/2026
🚨 BREAKING NEWS |
NEW STUDENT LEADERSHIP FOR SOUTH SUDANESE STUDENTS IN RWANDA
Kigali Rwanda
Wednesday 2nd September 2026
The Embassy of the Republic of South Sudan in Kampala, Uganda, has formally forwarded the names of newly nominated student leaders to the High Commission of the Republic of Rwanda in Kampala, Uganda, as part of efforts to establish a caretaker body for the South Sudanese Students’ Association in Rwanda.
In a Note Verbale dated 18 August 2026, referenced EMB/RSS/UG/18.08.2026. A.1, the South Sudan Embassy presented the nominees selected by representatives from different universities in Rwanda.
The Embassy has also requested the Government of Rwanda to support the new student leadership and provide guidance on matters relating to student affairs, strengthening institutional coordination and cooperation between the South Sudanese student community and relevant authorities in Rwanda.
📋 NOMINATED CARETAKER LEADERSHIP
Name Position University
1. Haar Wieu Awany President ULK
2. David Latio Vice President INES
3. Thomas Jal Thomas Secretary General UOK
4. Dengtiel Junior Secretary for Finance ALU/UR
5. Nyanok Maat Deputy Secretary for Finance MKU
6. Wisdom Wieu Secretary for Information & Publicity INES
7. Ayak Kueth Monyluak Secretary for Academics MKU
8. Alyas Jada Nimaya Secretary for Sports & Culture ULK
9. Akuol Irene Secretary for Girls Affairs East Africa University
10. Nyamer Paul Obac Organizing Secretary MKU
11. Makol Chris Tuor Secretary for Constitution & Legal Affairs MKU
12. Jila Micheal Adwok Secretary for External Affairs UNILAK
13. Deng Longo Speaker for the Council AUCA
The development marks a significant step toward structured representation, coordination and institutional engagement among South Sudanese students pursuing higher education across universities in Rwanda.
The formation of the caretaker body is expected to provide a coordinated platform for addressing student affairs, academic interests, welfare, leadership and engagement with relevant institutions.
More updates will follow as the new student leadership begins its mandate.