NAS-SPLA-IO attack on SSPDF base in Mundri East displaces 30,000
On 24 Sept 2025, an attack on a SSPDF base by a combined force of the National Salvation Front (NAS) rebel group and the Sudan People’s Liberation Army in Opposition (SPLA-IO), in Mundri East, displaced the entire population of the Payam and left them without food, medicine, and basic services. Dr. Riek Machar’s and his […]
SPLA-IO forces attack national security base in Kapoeta
On 23 September 2025, Assailants affiliated with the Sudan People’s Liberation Army-in-Opposition (SPLA-IO) attacked a National Security Service base in South Sudan’s Eastern Equatoria. The SPLA-IO wounded five officers before fleeing. The attack comes amid heightened political and security tensions between the army and the SPLA-IO. The group’s leader, First Vice President Riek Machar, has been under […]
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 […]
Independent Media Block from Covering Machar Trial
On 22 Sept 2025, South Sudanese security forces barred independent media outlets from covering the long-awaited trial of suspended First Vice President Riek Machar and seven senior officials of the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement-in-Opposition (SPLM-IO). The court is meant to uphold transparency. SSBC alone cannot provide comprehensive coverage for the entire country and the international […]
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/
SPLM-IO declares transitional government ‘illegitimate’
On 15 Sept 2025-The main opposition group in South Sudan’s unity government officially declared the administration “collapsed” and illegitimate, and the indictment of suspension of its leader, First Vice President Riek Machar. The Sudan People’s Liberation Movement-in-Opposition (SPLM-IO) said the government formed under a 2018 peace deal has been “destroyed” and accused President Salva Kiir’s […]
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 […]