Your Excellency President Salva Kiir Mayardit,
Respectfully, the truth must be spoken without fear. The South Sudan People’s Defence Forces remain weak not because of lack of courage among soldiers, but because of failed leadership, poor organization, and refusal to enforce real reforms.
When a Chief of Defence Forces fails, and was removed, and then returned to the same position, it sends a dangerous message: failure has no consequences. Such leadership destroys discipline, kills morale, and weakens command authority. An army led this way cannot defend a nation.
The country does not need recycled leadership. It needs transformation. The army needs a commander who can inspire troops, enforce professionalism, restore command control, and secure serious logistical cooperation with neighboring countries. Modern conflict cannot be won by air strikes alone. Without a strong, motivated, and organized ground force, the country remains exposed.
Mr. President, loyalty should not outweigh competence. This is the moment to make a bold decision. Try another General—one who understands modern warfare, values discipline, and is ready to rebuild the army into a force that protects the nation, not one that only exists on paper.
This is not disrespect. It is a warning born out of patriotism. A weak army invites chaos. A decisive leader prevents it.
South Sudan’s security cannot afford hesitation anymore.
