27th September 2026
Security

SSPDF: Security tightened in Juba ahead of expected government dissolution

Author: James Atem | Published: September 22, 2026

Security has been beefed up across key locations in South Sudan’s capital ahead of the expected dissolution of the transitional...

Author: James Atem | Published: September 22, 2026

Authorities assess security hotspots along Juba–Torit road

Author: James Atem | Published: September 22, 2026

Juba ministries complex closed as three-month election countdown begins

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Four killed in Bor town clashes between armed civilians and security forces – police

Police authorities in Jonglei State have confirmed that four people were killed yesterday on the outskirts of Bor town during violent...

Over 10,000 security personnel deployed to secure Juba during festive season

The organized forces have announced the deployment of more than 10,000 security personnel to maintain law and order in the national capital...

Police assure citizens of safe Christmas, nationwide security deployment planned

The National Police Service spokesperson has assured the public of a safe Christmas season, saying security forces will be deployed across...

Warrap authorities call for extension of state of emergency as disarmament slows

Authorities in Warrap State are calling for an extension of the state of emergency after the six-month period ended this month, with only a...

Seven SSPDF soldiers killed in Sudan drone strike at Heglig oil field

The Office of the Chief of Defence Forces of the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) has confirmed that seven soldiers were...

SSPDF takes charge of Heglig oil field security under new tripartite deal

A new security deal has been reached between the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces, the Sudan Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces...

RJMEC warns insecurity could block 2026 elections, stall 2018 peace deal benchmarks

The peace monitoring body RJMEC has warned that the deteriorating security situation in the country risks derailing key benchmarks of the...

Manhunt launched after cattle herder killed in Tonj East

Authorities in Tonj East County, Warrap State, have launched a manhunt for suspects who killed a cattle herder and later exchanged fire...

SSPDF says South Sudan oil facilities remain safe after Heglig capture

The South Sudan People’s Defense Forces have assured the public that the country’s oil infrastructure is secure, despite the reported...

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