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21/05/2025

The Swearing in of the SPLM Party 3 Deputies to the Chaiman.

1. Cde. Dr. Benjamin Bol Mel, 1st Deputy Chairman.

2. Cde. Mary Apai, 2nd Deputy Chairperson.

3. Cde. Simon Kun Puoch, 3rd Deputy Chaiman.

Date: TomorrowThursday, May 22, 2025.

Time: 9 AM.

Venue: SPLM House.

All the members of NLC, PB, and senior members of the SPLM from Executive and Legislature are invited to attend.

People must arrive before time.

SPLM Oyeeh!
Salva Kiir Oyeeh!
South Sudan oyeeh!

21/05/2025

Why the New SPLM Lineup is Energizing the Party

By Ezekiel Lol Gatkuoth
May 21, 2025

On May 20, 2025, the Chairman of the SPLM Party, H.E. Salva Kiir Mayardit, appointed a new team to the leadership of the SPLM. The new leadership includes Comrade Dr. Benjamin Bol Mel as SPLM First Deputy Chairman, Comrade Mary Apayi Ayiga as SPLM Second Deputy Chairperson, and Comrade Simon Kun Puoch as SPLM Third Deputy Chairman.

This new lineup is breathing fresh energy into the SPLM base across the country.

1. Dr. Benjamin Bol Mel and the Youth

The appointment of Dr. Benjamin Bol Mel as First Deputy Chairman is inspiring to the youth of South Sudan. As the majority demographic in our country, the youth are eager to see themselves represented in leadership. Dr. Bol Mel is a visionary leader who participated in the liberation struggle and has demonstrated a deep commitment to national development. His work on road infrastructure and other key development projects speaks to his ambition to build a better South Sudan. His presence in the leadership is a message to the youth: their time is now.

2. Mary Apayi Ayiga and the Empowerment of Women

Comrade Mary Apayi Ayiga brings with her a wealth of experience as a dedicated SPLM cadre and liberator. She has managed important files within the party and contributed meaningfully to its success. Her elevation to the position of Second Deputy Chairperson is a source of pride and motivation for the women of South Sudan. It is a powerful signal that women can and must play a central role in shaping the future of our nation and our party.

3. Simon Kun Puoch and the Intellectual Legacy of the Struggle

Comrade Simon Kun Puoch, now the SPLM Third Deputy Chairman, has a long and respected history in the liberation struggle. He has educated many, authored important texts in the Nuer language, and played various roles within the SPLA and among the Red Army. His intellectual and political contributions resonate with many across the country. His leadership strengthens the ideological foundation of the SPLM and broadens its appeal.

This revitalized leadership reflects the SPLM’s readiness to adapt, grow, and remain relevant. Every political movement needs rejuvenation to stay dynamic and to continue winning the hearts of the people. I thank Chairman Salva Kiir Mayardit for this strategic and bold decision.

A Tribute to Our Founding Commanders

As we welcome new energy into the SPLM, we must also honor those who laid the foundation. I pay special tribute to my senior leaders and commanders: Commander James Wani Igga, Commander Daniel Awet Akot, and Commander Kuol Manyang Juuk. Their unwavering dedication and sacrifice during the liberation struggle helped bring the Republic of South Sudan into existence. These giants are the true shareholders of our republic and continue to inspire generations of South Sudanese.

I am confident that these great leaders will continue supporting H.E. President Salva Kiir Mayardit in other capacities for the good of our nation.

God bless our leaders, and God bless the Republic of South Sudan.

20/05/2025

*By Ezekiel Lol Gatkuoth*

SPLM Oyeeh!
Salva Kiir Mayardit Oyeeh!

SPLM now is in full gear to win election in 2026.

SPLM.

1. Cde. Gen. Salva Kiir Mayardit, Chairman
2. Cde. Dr. Benjamin Bol Mel, 1st Deputy Chairman.
3. Cde. Mary Apai, Deputy Chairperson.
4. Cde. Simon Kun Puoch, Deputy Chaiman.

I am very excited and ready to campaign for President Kiir to win election in 2026 as President of the Republic of Sputh Sudan.

I will write later on more.

God bless you all.

Ezekiel Lol Gatkuoth

05/05/2025

South Sudan’s Former Petroleum Minister Calls for Africa Energies Summit to be Held in Africa

May 5, 2025, 5:29 pm: fromFocused on Africa, the summit should be taking place on African soil, bringing with it significant benefits to Africa’s business tourism and energy markets.

South Sudan’s former-Minister of Petroleum Ezekiel Lol Gatkuoth has called on Frontier to move the annual Africa Energies Summit to Africa, highlighting the critical value of hosting an Africa-focused event on African soil. As the voice of the African energy sector, the African Energy Chamber (AEC) strongly agrees with the calls of Gatkuoth. At a time when investing in African energy has become a critical topic, hosting an international energy conference on the continent has become even more imperative.

More than ever, Africa requires significant levels of global investment. At present, over 600 million people currently lack access to electricity in Africa while over 900 million people live without access to clean cooking solutions. Global oil and gas investment has been on the decline in recent years, presenting major implications for African countries that rely on these resources. While renewable energy investment continues to grow worldwide, Africa only receives 2% of this investment. To close the energy access gap in Africa, the continent requires $25 billion in annual investment by 2030, according to the International Energy Agency. As such, the need to promote African energy interests has become increasingly more important.

It is within this picture that it becomes key to bringing the conversation about African energy to Africa. Hosting an event such as Africa Energies Summit in Western Europe does not make sense when Africa has the perfect platform of its own to host these types of events.

Taking place from May 13-15 in London, Africa Energies Summit has dubbed itself Africa’s premier global upstream conference, bringing together Africa’s energy industry. The event is the only African energy conference hosted by Frontier. But the question remains: why can an African energy conference not be hosted in Africa? Instead of taking Africa to the world, the world should come to Africa. By taking place in London every year, Africa Energies Summit is stating that Africa is not suitable to host its own international energy conference, a misunderstanding that will have significant impacts on the continent’s sector.

“We cannot keep taking the conversation about Africa outside of the continent. Just like it would not make sense for an event focused on Europe to be hosted in Africa, we should not be hosting an event about Africa in Europe. It is time to prioritize Africa. By hosting an African energy conference on the continent, we bring significant benefits to local communities and industries,” stated Gatkuoth.

Beyond the energy sector, bringing the Africa Energies Summit to Africa brings a range of benefits to the continent. AEW: Invest in African Energies, for example, has created significant value addition for local markets and industries by prioritizing local businesses, supporting business tourism and creating local employment opportunities. By bringing international events to Africa, conferences ensure that local hotels, venues, workforces and more benefit. As such, the significance of hosting large-scale events in African cannot be overstated and should be considered by organizers such as Frontier.

As an industry, we need to prioritize local communities’ voices and create employment opportunities in Africa’s energy sector. It’s time to showcase Africa’s capabilities and host investment forums on our own continent. We’ve seen misrepresentations repeated by events like Africa Oil Week in Dubai; but it’s time to break this trend. Africa is capable of hosting its own energy conferences, and we should lead the narrative.

“We have seen the same misinterpretations by groups such as Africa Oil Week when it went to Dubai and it needs to end. Africa is fully capable of hosting an international energy conference. We do not need to go abroad to discuss our own energy matters. By bringing the conversation to Africa, we prioritize African interests and narratives. The AEC wholeheartedly agrees with Gatkuoth, that the Africa Energies Summit must be brought to Africa,” stated NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman of the AEC.

Source: https://energychamber.org/south-sudans-former-petroleum-minister-calls-for-africa-energies-summit-to-be-held-in-africa/

03/05/2025

Gen. Dominic Majok Makuei: A promising young man, distinguished by his honor and integrity toward the country’s institutions.

Brig. Gen. Dominic Makuei, the current Vice President of the Dar Petroleum Operating Company (DPOC), has been instrumental in the resumption of the oil in DPOC since his appointment via the Presidential decree last year. His ability, technical-know-how, competency, dedication, professionalism, and teamwork, has significantly impacted the growth of the oil industry.

Before his appointment as VP for DPOC, numerous issues that were hindering smooth cooperation between the oil subsidiary companies and DPOC were resolved. His consistent and effective leadership style and directional downward-upward approach facilitated the uninterrupted flow of oil to Port Sudan.

Despite the ongoing war in Sudan threatening oil production and transport, Gen. Dominic has managed to courageously reinforced the working framework with his counterparts in the republic of Sudan. He’s undoubtedly an industrious civil servant, devoted to the economic rebuilding of South Sudan.

Contrary to media blacklash on Majok’s military background and growth in the rank and files of the SSPDF, Gen. Dominic Majok has led several directorates and departments, leading to his last year appointment as undersecretary in the Ministry of trade and industry, and subsequent appointment as Vice President for DPOC. All these departments he led succeeded and the records speak volume themselves.

Dominic Majok rose systematically with dedication to his country. There is no question about his commitment to serving South Sudan in difficult situations as our country is undergoing economic turbulence of internal economic hurdles and wars associated with power struggle.

Mr. Dominic integrity is unmatched. He’s working with partriotism, minding of the future of his fellow youth coming after him. Corruption is the least in his service menu to the republic of South Sudan and the institution he serves.

Congratulations, Dominic Majok on your new promotion as Brigadier General, in the SSPDF today.

01/03/2025

There is hope for a peaceful settlement of the ongoing conflict in Nasir, Ulang, and Nyirol counties as His Excellency Dr. Benjamin Bol Mel, Vice President for the Economic Cluster, begins engaging the White Army youth through local traditional authorities and spiritual leaders in the aforementioned counties of Upper Nile and Jonglei states.

From February 23 to March 1, 2025, His Excellency Dr. Benjamin Bol Mel captivated in comprehensive consultative discussions with the Commissioners of Nasir and Ulang in Upper Nile State, as well as Nyirol County in Jonglei State. The White Army and spiritual leaders from Nasir and Ulang counties in Upper Nile State, along with their counterparts of Nyirol County in Jonglei State, assured the Vice President of their readiness to collaborate in restoring peace to the troubled counties of Upper Nile and Jonglei sooner than later.

The engagements were centered on how to persuade the Armed Youth to de-escalate the tension to allow the boats carrying the SSPDF troops to be deployed in those counties as the issues of disarmament should be discussed later after the boiling situation is arrested and permanent peace secured and guaranteed.

All leaders in the three counties, including White Army and spiritual leaders, listened to His Excellency Dr. Benjamin Bol Mel, who spoke on behalf of His Excellency Salva Kiir Mayardit, the President of the Republic of South Sudan. They agreed to allow the SSPDF barges to sail through, and the boats are now peacefully heading toward Nasir County.

Peace is the only way to rebuild South Sudan for the betterment of all.

23/02/2025

GPOC Vice President Beny Ngor is in a Good Working Relationship with the Undersecretary and NilePet Managing Director

The Former Undersecretary in the Ministry of Petroleum Dr Chol Deng Thon and his good boys have been attempting to collide the Vice President of GPOC Beny Ngor with his bosses particularly the current Undersecretary in the Ministry of Petroleum Eng. Deng Lual Wol and NilePet Managing Director Eng. Ayuel Ngor Kacgor.

Dr Chol Deng Thon, who once emptied the accounts of the ministry of petroleum when he was an Undersecretary, is using Sixty 4 Tribes Press to cause confusion in the Oil Sector.

Dr Chol Deng is a certified thief who stole millions of dollars from the ministry of petroleum account, community development funds account and the surface rental fees account during the time he was an Undersecretary in the Ministry of Petroleum. His dream is the total collapse of the oil sector and that is why he and his good boys are using all tools possible to fail current leaders in the oil sector.

16/02/2025

If I am Raila Amolo Odinga.

By Ezekiel Lol Gatkuoth
February 16, 2025.

The African Union Commission Chairmanship was bitterly contested and attracted regional alliances and formed a voting bloc between Raila Odinga of Kenya, Mahmoud Youssouf Ali of Djibouti, and Richard Randiamandrato of Madagascar. Djibouti won, and Raila Odinga was defeated democratically by Mahmoud Youssif Ali of Djibouti.

The President of the Republic of Kenya H.E. William Ruto has exhibited unmatched leadership by vigorously launching a stiff campaign for his candidate Raila Odinga last year, and in January 2025, mobilizing the region and other African countries to vote for Raila Amollo Odinga. H.E President Ruto puts aside his Kenya's rivalry and took the front stage with Raila's message everywhere he went around the globe. Congratulations to H.E. President Ruto!

Thus, with Raila Odinga democratically knocked out ascending to the seat of AUC beyond the wish and desire of his country’s leadership, I am wholeheartedly proposing for Raila Odinga to do the following in the remaining two years of the Kenya General Elections:

Firstly, return the holistic favour to support H.E. President William Ruto politically in Kenya.

Secondly, he reorganizes his Orange Democratic (ODM) Party and retired from elective politics by ensuring that ODM remains unshattered when he leaves.

Thirdly, be a statesman and engage in volunteering activities by supporting the African continent in maintaining peace and democracy throughout. And in case a chance beyond Africa comes, like the UN seats, he should avail himself in the sole interest of the continent.

What H.E. President Ruto ought to do if Raila Odinga is still interested in pursuing active politics.

Firstly, ensuring uniting with Raila Odinga remains your top priority as your work agenda and programs for Kemya.

Secondly, establish a position of Prime Minister and appoint Raila Odinga to help you deliver services to the people of Kenya undivided. If he accepts, it will be a boost to your programs and agenda.

Finally, I want to deeply thank H.E.President Ruto for his unwavering support to Raila Amollo Odinga and for ensuring his name be on the ballot as he was initially almost schemed to be blocked on the requirement criteria to run as Chairperson of AUC.

Lastly, I want to congratulate Mahmoud Youssouf Ali for being elected the African Union Commission Chairman. Please ensure Africa is peaceful and united.

Ezekiel Lol Gatkuoth is a citizen of the Republic of South Sudan.

09/02/2025

A Response to the Defamatory Articles against Anyak Lual on Sixty 4 Tribes Press

This message serves as rebuttal to the two defamatory articles published on Sixty 4 Tribes Press with an intention of tarnishing the image and reputation of Anyak Lual

Two days back, the personal enemies of Anyak articulated and published two misleading articles on Sixty 4 Tribes Press The two articles are full of made-up stories against Anyak , thus making them nonsense in the mind of our great respected intellectuals
Anyak doesn't have relationship with Hon. AMER, the former undersecretary in the Ministry of Culture leave alone a court case opened against Anyak as you claimed.

The enemies of progress are working day and night to drag down patriotic liberator in person of Anyak. He is not a constitutional post holder and therefore attacking his personality in the public media is a crime of highest order.

Dip Anyak has no personal animosity with Akur Nyok, but his enemies are trying to create differences between him and her. Anyak is currently busy in East Africa, exercising his diplomatic duties and has no time to mingle in anyone affairs.

30/01/2025

The legal owners and shareholders of Light Air Services

Following the aircraft accident that claimed the lives of twenty innocent GPOC staff, several propagandists and media outlets have published so many controversial reports regarding the owners and shareholders of the Light Air Services Limited whose plane crashed yesterday. The propagandists through their media outlets Particularly Sixty 4 Tribes Press and South Sudan Focus Press, published several misleading reports alleging that the Light Air Services Limited is being owned by the senior officials in the Ministry of Petroleum and GPOC.

In contrary to the misleading articles from the two malicious social media pages, the reality is that the Light Air Services Limited is legally owned by two Ugandans and one South Sudan as indicated in the Legal Documents ( Document is attached below).

According to the table of shareholders, signed by advocate and commissioner fir oaths Mr Kwai A Bior, the first shareholder of Light Air Services Limited is an Ugandan by Nationality, Mr, Byamukama James who owned 49% of the total share. The second shareholders is also an Ugandan Lady by name Mrs Basemera Rose with 20% share and the third shareholder is a South Sudanese by name Mr. Majok Kuai Bilkuei with 31% of the total share.

14/12/2024

GPOC VP Beny Ngor Chol is a Victim of his Own Achievements: A Response to Notorious Sixty 4 Tribes Press

Few days ago, certain individuals who are lobbying for the position of Greater Pioneer Operating Company Limited ( GPOC) Vice President decided to hire the administrators of Sixty 4 Tribes Press and other media outlets to launch a media war against the hard working vice president Beny Ngor Chol. The administrators of Sixty 4 Tribes Press rushed to the social media and leveled numerous unfounded allegations against VP Beny Ngor Chol.

First and foremost, The position of GPOC Vice President which Mr Beny Ngor is holding, is not a political position but a technical and non political position. Mr Beny Ngor is not a politician and he has no time to participate in the politics of Ruweng Administrative Area.

Vice President Beny Ngor Chol is not the one responsible for Community Development funds. The department of Community Development in GPOC, in Collaboration with the Ministry of Petroleum are the one responsible for the Community Development funds and other community services as enshrined in the Petroleum Act. Accusing Beny Ngor of diverting Community Development funds is not only an allegation but a defamation against his personality which is a crime according to the Transitional Constitution of South Sudan ( 2011).

As bible says " Give to Caesar what belongs to Caesar and give to God what belongs to God", the current Vice President of Greater Pioneer Operating Company Limited ( GPOC) Mr Beny Ngor Chol deserve an appreciation and award from Ruweng Community, Unity State and South Sudan in general for the achievements that he accomplished in GPOC. His achievements are known and can be acknowledged by any reasonable citizen of Ruweng Administrative Area and Unity State. Beny Ngor is a nationalist who prioritizes the interest of South Sudan above everything and he deserves enough time to complete his plans and tasks.

In conclusion, I am urging the South Sudanese to disregard all the baseless allegations that were levelled against GPOC VP Beny Ngor by the hired administrators of so called Sixty 4 Tribes Press. I am also advising the desperate lobbyists of the Position of GPOC Vice President to apply right channel of lobbying rather than resorting to defaming our Hard working VP Beny Ngor. Failure to refrain from attacking VP Beny Ngor in the social media, will compel us to expose both the lobbyists and the administrators of Sixty 4 Tribes Press

02/12/2024

FAKE Document alert 🚨

From Dr. Benjamin Bol Mel

“Fellow Citizens,

It has come to my attention that a letter allegedly from my office has been circulating.

I wish to categorically state that this letter is a forgery.

Here are the facts:

1. The signature on the document is not mine.

2. The letterhead used is not that of my office.

3. The document does not bear the official stamp required for all communications from my office.

4. Importantly, my office does not engage in direct correspondence with any financial institution, including the Bank of South Sudan.

The act of forging and disseminating government documents is a serious crime under the laws of South Sudan. Everyone responsible will be held accountable individually and face the full force of the law.

My people, let us not allow rumours and fake information to divide us. Instead, let us stand together and support the leadership of President Salva Kiir Mayardit, who continues to guide us toward peace, stability, and progress.

Ends.”

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