Puot Kang Chol
Puot Kang Chol is the Petroleum Minister of South Sudan. He has recently been in the news following multiple arrests of allies of First Vice President Riek Machar, as tensions rise in the country after a UN helicopter attack.
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Kiir also suspended Petroleum Minister Puot Kang Chol, who was charged alongside Machar.
Riek Machar charged with murder and treason, suspended by President Kiir
Tanzania· 2025-09-12
Puot Kang Chol is the former petroleum minister indicted in the case alongside Riek Machar.
South Sudan vice-president Riek Machar charged with murder and treason – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-09-12Seven others have been charged alongside Machar, including Petroleum Minister Puot Kang Chol.
South Sudan vice-president charged with murder and treason
United Kingdom· 2025-09-11
Puot Kang Chol is the oil minister who was arrested amid the escalating violence.
Unpacked: The escalating violence in South SudanTanzania· 2025-03-20
Puot Kang Chol is the Petroleum Minister of South Sudan who was arrested along with others.
South Sudan arrests threatening fragile peace: HRW
Kenya· 2025-03-13
Petroleum Minister Puot Kang Chol was among those arrested by Kiir’s government.
South Sudan president appeals for calm after UN helicopter attack
Nigeria· 2025-03-07
