05/06/2026
Kiir walks through rain, mud to greet supporters in Warrap
President Salva Kiir Mayardit arrived in Warrap State on Friday evening, stepping out of his vehicle at Tharkueng, the border between Warrap and Western Bahr el Ghazal states, to greet supporters and officials despite persistent rain and muddy conditions.
The president’s arrival drew large crowds who lined the Wau-Kuajok road, waiting for hours under heavy clouds and rainfall. Instead of remaining inside his motorcade, Kiir walked through the mud to shake hands and acknowledge residents, government officials, community leaders, and supporters gathered at the border crossing.
Photos released by the Office of the President showed Kiir on foot alongside senior officials and security personnel as he made his way through the reception area. The turnout reflected strong local interest in the president’s visit to his home region.
According to the presidency, thousands of citizens from communities along the route braved the weather to welcome the Head of State. Men, women, youth, and elders waved flags, sang songs, and cheered as the convoy moved from Wau toward Kuajok.
The visit is part of Kiir’s engagements in the Bahr el Ghazal region, with the reception at Tharkueng highlighting the significance many residents attached to his return to Warrap.