South Sudan Needs Stability, Not Endless Reshuffles of Government Officials
Jacob Abuoi Garang
By Jacob Abuoi Garang, Brisbane, Australia
Sunday, 24 August 2025 (PW) — In recent months, South Sudanese have witnessed another wave of government appointments and removals, followed by the usual flood of congratulatory messages on social media. While celebration is common, it is worth pausing to reflect on some critical questions raised by Gabriel Pioth in a widely shared post.
First, many of those elevated to new government roles are largely unknown to the public. Their professional backgrounds, qualifications, and track records remain unclear, leaving citizens unsure of what merit guided these appointments.
Second, officials who are removed from their positions disappear quietly, with no explanation offered by either the government or the president. Without transparency, the public cannot understand what mistakes were made or what lessons should be drawn by both outgoing and incoming leaders.
Third, the frequent reshuffling of officials has become a hallmark of governance in South Sudan. This constant turnover undermines continuity, weakens institutions, and prevents meaningful progress.
To many South Sudanese, this cycle suggests that the government lacks both appetite for productivity and a coherent system to ensure stability. When public offices are unstable, services decline. When services decline, the daily lives of ordinary citizens suffer.
Yes, it is good to congratulate new appointees. But more importantly, it is the responsibility of citizens to ask tough questions. South Sudanese must engage with their government, whether through members of parliament, direct petitions, or peaceful demonstrations. The public has a right to demand accountability and services.
If the ruling SPLM-led government cannot deliver, then citizens are justified in demanding change, either by pressing for reforms within the party or by seeking alternatives altogether.
True stability will not come from endless reshuffles but from leaders who are transparent, accountable, and committed to serving the people of South Sudan.
The author, Jacob Abuoi Garang, is a resident of Australia in Queensland and can be reached by [email protected].
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