South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir, 73, recently traveled to the UAE for medical tests, raising fresh concerns about his health. Analysts believe a plan is underway to prepare for his succession, with businessman Benjamin Bol Mel being positioned as his likely replacement. Bol Mel, once sanctioned by the U.S. for corruption, has been promoted to key roles and now leads cabinet meetings. Kiir has sidelined major rivals, including Riek Machar, who is under house arrest, and former intelligence chief Akol Koor. Violence has increased, with over 700 killed between January and March, but not at the scale of past civil wars. Many fear the lack of elections and the growing trend of authoritarianism. Critics say power should be transferred through free and fair elections, not by force or political manipulation. Citizens and activists urge a peaceful future shaped by voting, not violence or imposed leadership.
Sovereign LORD, we commit the nation of South Sudan into Your Mighty Hands, who removes kings and raises kings. LORD, we plead for Your intervention in the country, seeking a swift change in the political system (The Holy Bible, Daniel 2:21).
Pray for fair and transparent elections to take place in South Sudan. Pray for international authorities to take immediate action to end the violence in the country (The Holy Bible, Psalm 119:149).
News Source: Arab News
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