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...

President Salva Kiir Mayardiit, officiates the 'swearing in' of newly appointed government officials.

File: President Kiir and the newly appointed government officials. 


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President Salva Kiir Mayardiit, officiates the swearing of newly appointed government officials, the president also directed the newly appointed Interior Minister Hon. Angelina Teny and her Deputy to work hand in hand. 


Deputy Governor of Lakes State Dr. Isaiah Akol Mathiang, was among the newly appointed government officials. 


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The swearing in ceremony of the newly appointed government officials was performed by Chief Justice Chan Reec Madut. 


In attendance, FVP Dr. Riek Machar Teny said that, the new officials should be prepared to ensure that their work environment is conducive as the country prepares for the elections next year. 


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The newly appointed Interior Minister, Angelina Teny noted that, she would join hands with officials in the Ministry to improve the performance. 


Also the newly appointed Deputy Minister of Interior, Marial Gumke said, he will work jointly with colleagues in the Ministry to achieve the overall direction of the political leadership.

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