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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Catholic priest assaulted by soldiers in Rumbek East
On 31 August 2025, a Catholic priest was allegedly assaulted by government soldiers from the Mabor-duong military barracks in Bahr el Naam in Lakes State’s Rumbek East County, while traveling to Thonaduel. The soldiers wrestled him to the ground and struck him on the face, neck, and arms, leaving him injured. Details: Catholic priest assaulted […]
Ayod officials warn that SPLA-IO, White Army moving to attack Upper Nile
The White Army, an armed group of Nuer youths, and SPLA-IO forces loyal to detained First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar are allegedly on the move to attack areas in Upper Nile State. the combined belligerent force currently stationed in Ayod’s Mogog Village and parts of Pigi County is under the leadership of a popular […]
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 […]
Military mobilization sparks fear among Pigi residents
On 29 August 2025, Tensions are rise in Pigi County, Jonglei State, amid reports of military mobilization by forces loyal to detained First Vice President Riek Machar, residents and officials said. South Sudan has seen an escalation in political violence since the start of the year, particularly in the Upper Nile region. Clashes have involved […]
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
Pajok Community demands urgent Solution to UPDF Border incursion
On August 19, 2025, the Pajok Community in Magwi is calling for a shift in action to address the continued border threat and provocation by the Uganda People’s Defense Forces (UPDF). This call came after soldiers from UPDF surrounded the residents in Pogee Payam in Otwilo area bordering the north of Uganda’s districts of Lamwo. […]