Juba, South Sudan In a major shake-up of the national leadership, President Salva Kiir has appointed Dr. James Wani Igga as the new Vice President in charge of the Economic Cluster, replacing Benjamin Bol Mel, in a presidential decree issued on Monday.
The appointment signals a bold move by the government as South Sudan intensifies efforts to stabilize and reform its economy, boost investment, and improve public financial management.
Dr. Wani Igga is a veteran figure in the SPLM and South Sudanese politics. He previously served as Vice President and is widely respected for his political experience and his capacity to navigate complex institutional dynamics.
With this new role, Dr. Igga will lead and coordinate economic policy across government ministries, working closely with the Ministry of Finance, Planning, and Economic Development, and other economic institutions.
Observers say his return to high office comes at a critical time, as South Sudan strives to overcome economic headwinds, including inflation, debt pressures, and low public revenues.
The presidency has not yet released a detailed roadmap for Dr. Igga’s mandate, but insiders suggest that boosting fiscal reforms, regional investment, and structural economic transformation will be among his top priorities.
No official statement has yet been released by Benjamin Bol Mel regarding his departure, and the government has not announced who will fill his previous role, if it will be replaced directly.
Juba TV News Desk
