List of Presidents of South American Countries: Current Leaders and Past Presidents
Last updated November 2026
Find the current president or head of state of 3 South American countries, then open any country to see its full list of former presidents, years in office and short biographies.
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| Country | Current head of state | In office since | Leaders listed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brazil | Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva | 2023 | 10 |
| Chile | José Antonio Kast | 2026 | 10 |
| Colombia | Abelardo de la Espriella | 2026 | 12 |
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Where a country is led by a transitional or military authority, the table shows the person who currently holds the office of head of state; open the country page for the details.