Salva Kiir Mayardit

ModernPoliticianSouth Sudan1951 — ?

First president of independent South Sudan.

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Quick Facts

Born

1951

Country

South Sudan

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)37

Political (20%)26

Influence (20%)51

Legacy (20%)42

Leadership (15%)62

Strategy (15%)53

Total Score45.4

Salva Kiir Mayardit — Complete Timeline

2011 AD

Became First President of South SudanPolitical Action

Salva Kiir became the first President of the Republic of South Sudan after the country gained independence from Sudan following a referendum. His presidency began with high hopes for peace and development.

IndependenceSouth SudanLeadership

Impact: globalconstructive

2013 AD

Triggered the South Sudanese Civil WarPolitical Action◆ Major

Salva Kiir accused Vice President Riek Machar of plotting a coup, leading to a violent split in the ruling party and the outbreak of the South Sudanese Civil War. The conflict caused tens of thousands of deaths and a severe humanitarian crisis.

Civil WarSouth SudanConflict

Impact: regionaldestructive

2018 AD

Signed the Revitalized Peace AgreementPolitical Action◆ Major

Kiir signed the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in South Sudan (R-ARCSS) with Riek Machar and other opposition groups. The agreement aimed to end the civil war and establish a unity government.

Peace AgreementCivil WarSouth Sudan

Impact: nationalconstructive