Daniel Akech
Analyst with the International Crisis Group who provides expert commentary on South Sudanese politics and security dynamics, including recent developments signaling a return to civil war.
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Jun 9, 2025 • 29min
As South Sudan Quakes, an Heir Apparent Rises
In this discussion, Daniel Akech, a senior analyst for South Sudan at the International Crisis Group, delves into the complexities of South Sudan's political landscape. He traces President Salva Kiir's rise and the challenges he faces amidst health concerns and a brewing succession crisis. Akech highlights Benjamin Bol Mel's controversial emergence as a potential successor, despite lacking popular support. The conversation uncovers the intricate power struggles within the government and the looming threat of renewed civil conflict, shedding light on how regional actors might respond.
Feb 2, 2026 • 30min
Civil War Has Returned to South Sudan
Daniel Akech, an analyst at the International Crisis Group who studies South Sudanese politics and security, warns the country has slipped back into civil war. He discusses recent opposition offensives, Riek Machar’s arrest and its fallout. He outlines ethnic mobilization, the impact of Sudan’s war on oil revenues, and how regional actors and cross‑border links risk escalating violence.
