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. […]
SPLA-IO says it captured villages in renewed clashes near Yei
On 16 August 2025, fighters took control of Lasu and Libogo, about 25 kilometers southwest of Yei town, after clashes with the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF), The fighting comes amid a worsening security crisis in South Sudan, which was exacerbated by the detention of Machar in March, His detention followed clashes between the SSPDF […]
UPDF Continues to Encroach South Sudan Border Kajo-Keji
The Ugandan troops continue to cross into South Sudanese territory despite ongoing diplomatic efforts to resolve the border dispute. the UPDF has moved into forested areas of Kajo-Keji, where South Sudan’s army has little presence. More Details: https://www.facebook.com/radiomiraya
SSPDF officer killed in attack in Tambura county
On 20 August 2025, a South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF) officer was killed, and another was wounded in an attack by armed groups in the Maringi area of Tambura County. The clash occurred during an exchange of heavy gunfire between government forces and unidentified armed men. More Details: SSPDF officer killed in attack in […]
Thousands displaced in Kajo-Keji border attack
Thousands of civilians are displaced by last month’s fighting at the border, and others are still living in poor conditions in overcrowded camps. More than 15,000 people fled their homes in Kangapo II Payam after an attack by the Uganda People’s Defense Forces (UPDF) on July 28. The incident led to clashes that left five […]
SSPDF-Youth Clashes leaving one dead in Rumbek East
On 22 July 2025- Confrontation between some youth and South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF) in Lakes State. The clash was provoked by some criminals who resisted handing over raided cattle to law enforcement agencies had left on suspected raider dead and five SSPF injured. Authority deployed additional forces to prevent further escalation of violence.
Director General Shot Dead in Western Equatoria
2nd August 2025, an unidentified gunman killed the Director General (DO) of the Ministry of General Education and instruction in Western Equatoria (WES), Peter Mbia was shot dead at his residence in the evening, around 7 pm at his home in Yambio. the murderers raided the house of the deceased and beat some family members. […]
Bor community leader’s vehicle attacked on Juba-Bor road
On 13 August 2025, the secretary-general of the Bor Community, Mayom Ateny Wai, was ambushed along the Juba-Bor road, leaving his brother seriously injured. The attack occurred near Mogiri in Central Equatoria State as the group traveled from Bor to Juba on a vehicle. his brother, Madit Ateny Wai, was shot three times. More Details: […]