SSPDF base attacked in Nagero County, civilians panic
On 28 Sept 2025, the Sudan People’s Liberation Army-in-Opposition (SPLA-IO) attacked a military barracks in Nagero County in Western Equatoria state, injuring one government soldier and prompting civilians to flee the area and caused panic after hearing the gunfire. Details: SSPDF base attacked in Nagero County, civilians panic – Radio Tamazuj
SSPDF soldiers raid UN food aid boat in New Fangak
On 7 Sept 2025, Personnel from the South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF) raided a boat carrying United Nations food in New Fangak, stealing food and supplies intended for civilians facing severe food insecurity. This act is called part of a “worsening pattern of looting” by armed groups that is exacerbating the country’s humanitarian crisis. […]
Journalist, activist report assault, brief arrest during Machar trial
On 22 Sept, 2025, A journalist and a civil rights activist were assaulted, briefly detained, and abused by security forces during the opening session of suspended First Vice President Riek Machar’s court trial in Juba The journalist was denied entry to the courtroom and later assaulted by police officers while leaving the venue. Meanwhile, the […]
Dozens killed in Nasir border clashes
On 20 Sept 2025, the government forces (SSPDF) repelled an attack by opposition fighters and a youth militia, killing at least 48 combatants and 160 others injured,” while government forces sustained five light injuries, in a border town. The clashes erupted in the Burebiey area of Nasir county in Upper Nile state, near the border […]
Two Children Shot in Ombasi Amid Army Patrol
On 14 Sept 2025- Two children were shot and injured in Ombasi village, which the authorities described as a mistaken crossfire incident involving soldiers on patrol. the incident has sparked concern among residents and drawn strong reactions from community leaders, including Bishop Alex Lodiong Sakor of the Catholic Diocese of Yei. Details: https://catholicradionetwork.org/2025/09/17/bishop-of-yei-confirms-two-children-shot-in-ombasi-amid-army-patrol-confusion/
SSPDF soldier Killed mother in Warrap
On 8 Sept 2025- a soldier of the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) allegedly killed his mother, The incident occurred in Anguoth village, Awan Riau Payam, where the suspect reportedly cut off his mother’s head with an axe following an argument over undisclosed reasons. Details: SSPDF soldier beheads mother in Warrap – The Radio […]
Fresh clashes displace civilians in Tambura County
On 4 Sept 2025, fighting erupted in Tambura County, Western Equatoria state, between forces of the South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF) and the Sudan People’s Liberation Army-In Opposition (SPLA-IO), sparking fear and displacement among residents, For the past two days, gunfire has continued in Tambura. People are shocked, and many have fled to the […]
20 killed in clashes in Longechuk County
On 1 September 2025, at least 20 people were killed during clashes between South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF), opposition forces from the SPLA-IO, and armed civilians in the town of Mathiang, the administrative center of Longechuk County in Upper Nile State. despite a fragile peace agreement signed in 2018. Details: Officials: 20 killed in […]
SSPDF attacks SPLA-IO Containment Site in Mundri East County
On August 24, SSPDF forces attacked an SPLA-IO cantonment site in Bari, Mundri East County, and in Kubri Su, which is located approximately 45 km from Yambio Town. The attack left one SPLA-IO soldier dead; this is a clear violation of the peace agreement. Details: SSPDF attacks SPLA-IO cantonment sites in Western Equatoria – Radio […]
SSPDF attacks SPLA-IO cantonment sites in Western Equatoria
On 28 August 2025, Soldiers of the South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF) reportedly launched an attack on the cantonment areas of the Sudan People’s Liberation Army in Opposition (SPLA-IO) in Western Equatoria State, sparking renewed fears over the fragile peace agreement. More details: SSPDF attacks SPLA-IO cantonment sites in Western Equatoria – Radio Tamazuj