South Sudan: The Secret of Salva Kiir’s Survival in Power

Source: African Arguments published on 16 February 2022 a commentary titled “The Pawn Who Became King: How Has Salva Kiir Stayed at the Top So Long?” by Daniel Akech Thiong, independent consultant.

The author concludes that Salva Kiir has survived by employing a combination of carrots and sticks in his interaction with friends and enemies.