President Salva Kiir Mayardit has dissolved the Board of Directors of the South Sudan Revenue Authority (SSRA) and appointed a new board to oversee the country’s tax and revenue collection body.
The changes were announced through a presidential decree on Thursday, April 9, 2026.
The outgoing board chairperson, Khalid Abdelatif, and all other members were relieved of their duties with immediate effect.
President Kiir appointed Abraham Kuol Nyuon as the new Chairperson of the SSRA Board.
Other new board members include:
- Mary Nawai John (Deputy Chairperson)
- Peter Biar Ajak
- Ayen Bol
- Gai Deng Nhial
- Lual Deng
- Garang Diing Akuong
The decree states that the new board will serve for a period of four years.
The South Sudan Revenue Authority is the key government institution responsible for collecting taxes, customs duties, and other non-oil revenues — a critical function as the country seeks to reduce its heavy dependence on oil income.
The overhaul comes amid ongoing efforts to improve revenue collection, fight corruption, and strengthen public financial management in South Sudan.
No official reason was given for the dissolution of the previous board.
However, such reshuffles are common under President Kiir’s administration as part of efforts to realign institutions ahead of the planned December 2026 general elections.
