Head of state · South Sudan
Salva Kiir Mayardit
President of South Sudan
In office sinceJuly 9, 201115 years, 3 months
Salva Kiir Mayardit is the President of South Sudan, in office since July 9, 2011. President since independence; also heads the government. Information as of Oct. 13, 2026 (UN Protocol list of Sept. 19, 2026).
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Information as of Oct. 13, 2026 (UN Protocol list of Sept. 19, 2026).