Lawyer & Human Right Defender Shot Multiple Times in Juba
On 19 October 2026, an advocate and human rights defender was shot multiple times in Kubi, Juba County, in what is suspected to be an assassination attempt. The identities of the attackers and their motive remain unknown. Details: Juba Times – LAWYER AND HUMAN RIGHTS DEFENDER REPORTEDLY… | Facebook
Unknow People Set Catholic Church in Bentiu on fire
October 4,2026- unknown people had set St Michael Main Parish on fire in Panriang- Bentiu, the fire Burned part of the Alter and cause extensive damage in the church. Details: South Sudan’s Bentiu Catholic Diocese Calls for Investigation After Fire Damages Parish Altar
11 people missing after passengers abducted on Yambio-Juba Road
On 27 sept, 2026- 11 People remains missing when their Vehicle come under Ambush attack when traveling from Yambio to juba, the passengers were 28 in total others escape the abduction. Details: 11 people missing after passengers abducted on Yambio-Juba road
18-year-old student shot dead in Yei
On 29 Sept 2026- an unidentified gunman attacked 18-year-old student and shot him death in Hai Dileb at around 7pm while returning home from town, The suspect reportedly robbed him of his mobile phone before shooting him. Details: 18-year-old student shot dead in Yei – Radio Tamazuj
Police Officer Injured as Unknown Assailants Set His House Ablaze at Night
On 30 August 2026, at around 2:00 a.m., unknown individuals reportedly set fire to a police officer’s house while the family was asleep. The officer reportedly realized the house was on fire late and struggled to retrieve his gun. During the incident, part of the burning house collapsed on him, causing serious injuries to his […]
IOM Staff Abducted While Traveling to Libogo Border for Ebola Response
In August 2026, IOM staff members were reportedly abducted while traveling to the Libogo border area to support the Ebola response. The staff members were reportedly held for two days before being released. During the incident, the abductors allegedly took their personal belongings and other valuables.
Two Reconcile International Staff Abducted Along Yei–Morobo Road, Released After Five Days
On 23 July 2026, two staff members of Reconcile International were reportedly abducted in Alero, about seven miles from Yei Town, while traveling to Morobo County to carry out organizational activities. The two staff members were held for five days and were subsequently released after money was reportedly paid for their release.
Two Across Staff Abducted Along Kaya Road, Suspects Demand US$2,000 Ransom
On 13 July 2026, two staff members of Across were reportedly abducted in Alero, about seven miles along the Kaya Road in Mugwo Payam, while traveling to carry out activities in the area. The abductors reportedly demanded a US$2,000 ransom for their release. During negotiations involving the authorities and the organization, the abductors reportedly demonstrated […]
Trader Killed Along Maridi Road, Two Youths Killed in Retaliatory Attack
On 9 July 2026, Independence Day, a trader traveling to Goli, about 20 miles from Yei, to buy cattle from Ambororo reportedly came under attack by unknown armed men. The incident occurred at Ameda Stream, around 17 miles along the Maridi Road, where the trader was killed. After authorities were informed, they reportedly went to […]
Ambush on Koboko–Yei Road Kills Military Intelligence Captain and Three Civilians
On 26 April 2026, a commercial vehicle traveling from Koboko, Uganda, to Yei came under a heavy ambush near the border between Yei and Morobo. The vehicle was carrying a Military Intelligence (MI) captain and five civilians from South Sudan and the Democratic Republic of Congo. During the attack, the captain reportedly opened fire after […]