President Salva Kiir Dismisses Ambassador Monica Achol Abel

South Sudan President Salva Kiir dismissed Ambassador Monica Achol Abel from her position as ambassador to Kenya and diplomat within the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The decree lacked specific reasons for her removal, though it underscored the President’s legal authority to make such changes. Abel, who had been appointed in November 2024, has no announced replacement at this time.

On Wednesday, President Salva Kiir of South Sudan officially dismissed Monica Achol Abel from her position as the country’s ambassador to Kenya and her role within the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. This decision was communicated via the South Sudan Broadcasting Corporation (SSBC), but the specific grounds for her dismissal remain undisclosed.

The presidential decree emphasized President Kiir’s legal authority to appoint and remove government officials, reinforcing his actions under the provisions of the Diplomatic and Consular Service Act of 2011 and the Interpretation of Laws and General Provisions Act of 2006.

The decree stated, “Pursuant to the provisions of Section 37(f) and 25(i) of the Diplomatic and Consular Service Act 2011, read together with Section 38(i) of the Interpretation of Laws and General Provisions Act 2006, I, Salva Kiir Mayardit, President of the Republic of South Sudan, do hereby terminate the service of Ambassador Monica Achol Abel as a diplomat in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation.”

Monica Achol Abel had been appointed in November 2024, succeeding Chol Ajongo Mawut, who transitioned to the Minister of Presidential Affairs the prior August. This recent reshuffling activity by President Kiir has sparked speculation, yet the government has not disclosed further details about the reasons behind Ambassador Abel’s dismissal or announced a successor.

In conclusion, President Salva Kiir’s dismissal of Monica Achol Abel as South Sudan’s ambassador to Kenya reflects his authority to manage governmental appointments. The lack of transparency surrounding this decision raises questions regarding the political dynamics at play. As of now, the government has not introduced a replacement for the ambassadorial role.

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