Fear and Hope in Juba: 623 Arrested in Battle Against Gang Violence

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‎ ‎Central Equatoria State (CES) security forces have arrested 623 individuals suspected of affiliation with notorious street gangs in Juba as part of a sweeping anti-crime operation across the capital . ‎ ‎The suspects are allegedly linked to high-profile gangs such as 4SG Slime, West Coast, ODA, Killers Gang, Black Devils, among others. ‎ ‎While detailed profiles of the detainees remain pending, officials emphasize the operation is in direct response to a recent surge in heinous criminal activity including a particularly disturbing gang rape in the Shirikat area of Juba, which sparked national outrage and hastened the crackdown.  ‎ ‎In the wake of the arrests, CES Governor Rabi Emmanuel Mujung has renewed calls for reformatory schools aimed at providing vocational training and rehabilitation for youth implicated in gang activities. ‎ ‎This includes proposals for a holistic strategy pairing enforcement with social and mental health support a key element raised during recent securi...

South Sudan And Eritrea Agreed To Commence Direct Flights Between The Two Nations




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South Sudan and Eritrea signed an agreement today to commence direct flights between the two countries. 

Paulos Kahsai the  Director General Of Eritrean Civil Aviation Authority today met with Director Of Aviation Safety Of South Sudan Civil Aviation Authority to plan the partnership between the two nations. 

According to reports from Eritrea Civil Aviation Authority, South Sudan Golden Wings Airline has already commence flights between the two countries. 

The two countries are 872 miles (1,400 km) apart. Given their geographical proximity, the two nations have realized the potential benefits of their partnership. In June last year, an agreement was signed to establish direct flights between Juba and Asmara, which would be essential for business, trade, and tourism.

After gaining independence from Sudan, South Sudan became the world youngest nation in the year 2011. The country aviation industry was relatively small up to date. 

South Sudan has only two international airports and Juba International Airport is one of them. Juba international airport handles local passengers and cargo and ever since the airport has been under development.

In the year 2016-2019 Juba International Airport was ranked among the worst airport in the world. 

Following investment from the government, the airport has seen some minor improvements, including the opening of a new passenger terminal in 2018. Turkish Airlines, Kenya Airways, Ethiopian Airlines, and Uganda Airlines are some notable airlines operating flights to Juba.






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