South Sudan army chief is dead

Gen James Ajongo Mawut

KAMPALA-The South Sudan army boss, Gen James Ajongo Mawut has died. He died on Friday morning in Egypt where he had been taken for treatment.

President Salva Kiir confirmed the death of his army boss in a statement. “It is with a heavy heart that I announce the untimely death of General James Ajongo Mawut,” the statement reads. “At this time, funeral details have not yet been confirmed, however, we will share the details as they become available,” the statement reads.

Gen Mawut replaced Gen Paul Malong last year in May. The government has announced three days of mourning.
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