Juba, South Sudan – Mama Anok Mayardit Thiik, the elder sister of President Salva Kiir Mayardit, passed away last week in Juba, leaving the nation in deep mourning.
Her body was flown to her ancestral hometown of Akon in Warrap State, where she will be laid to rest.
President Kiir, along with First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar Teny and other senior officials, gathered at Juba International Airport on September 28, 2024, to pay their respects.
The passing of Mama Anok has been a moment of profound sorrow for the president and the country.
Condolences have poured in, with many expressing their heartfelt sympathies.
Nyol M. Biong shared on social media, “I extend my sympathies and heartfelt condolences to His Excellency, President Salva Kiir Mayardit, his entire family, and the people of South Sudan at large on this unfortunate departure of the elder sister to the President.”
Lina Mario expressed, “Sorry, my condolences to the family.
May his soul rest in eternal peace,” while others like Victoria Maguen prayed, “My condolences to the family of the president Kiir, and may God almighty put her soul in his right hand.”
As the nation grieves, Mama Anok Mayardit Thiik will be remembered as a beloved matriarch whose legacy will remain in the hearts of her family and the people of South Sudan.