9th Infantry Tiger Division
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| 9th Infantry Tiger Division | |
|---|---|
| Active | 2019-present |
| Country |  (2005–present) |
| Branch | South Sudan People's Defence Forces |
| Size | Division |
| Garrison/HQ | Giada Barracks Juba, Central Equatoria |
| Commanders | |
| Ceremonial chief | Maj. Gen. Atem Salva Kiir (2026-present) |
The 9th Infantry Tiger Division, also known as the Tiger Division, is an infantry division of the South Sudan People's Defence Forces. It operates as a Presidential Guard, whose sole responsibility is protecting the President of South Sudan and, in some cases, their family. It is based in the Giada Barracks, Juba, Central Equatoria.
History
In October 2024, SSPDF announced the transfer of commanders between the Tiger Division and the 1st Infantry Division.[1]
Between October 2024 and May 2025, four different commanders have led the Presidential Guard Division.[2]
List of Commanders of the 9th Infantry Tiger Division
| Sl # | Name | Term start | Term end | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Major General Lual Wek Guem | May 2017 | October 2024 | [3] |
| 2 | Major General Abraham Gum Makuach | October 2024 | December 2024 | [4] |
| 3 | Major General Lual Lual Malok | December 2024 | May 2025 | |
| 4 | Major General Philip Nyon | May 2025 | September 2025 | |
| 5 | Major General Deng Madhang | September 2025 | September 2026 | |
| 6 | Major General Atem Salva Kiir | September 2026 |
References
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- ↑ https://eyeradio.org/sspdf-announces-transfer-of-tiger-division-commander/
- ↑ https://southsudanglobal.com/turbulence-in-south-sudans-tiger-division-raises-concerns-over-leadership-stability-and-presidential-trust-bmqwtlcgecactdut
- ↑ https://www.radiotamazuj.org/en/news/article/army-denies-changes-at-the-top-command-of-presidential-guards
- ↑ https://eyeradio.org/sspdf-announces-transfer-of-tiger-division-commander/
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