South Sudan\u2019s President Salva Kiir is facing accusations of nepotism after appointing his daughter to a top government post.<\/p>\n
Adut Salva Kiir has been named Senior Presidential Envoy for Special Programmes, a job formerly occupied by the current vice president.<\/p>\n
Analysts say the move is part of Kiir\u2019s broader efforts to consolidate power and create a political dynasty.<\/p>\n
Adut Kiir has never before held a government job but has been engaged in humanitarian work through her non-profit Adut Salva Kiir Foundation. In her new post, she will serve as one of the president\u2019s closest aides.<\/p>\n
Speaking on Radio Tamazuj on Wednesday, policy analyst James Boboya said her appointment is a step towards what he called \u201cinheritance governance,\u201d where leaders try to centralise power and redistribute resources within a small inner circle.<\/p>\n
Civil society groups have urged Adut Kiir to prioritise the public good and rise above family interests.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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