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 Kiir Approves Landmark Reform Bills, Paving the Way for Economic Growth and Reconciliation

 

President Salva Kiir Mayardiit signing the Bill. 


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President Kiir of South Sudan has officially signed six critical bills into law marking a milestone in the ongoing country's reform agenda.

Here are the Six (6) Bills signed by the president. 

1• Tourism Act 2024

2• Public Financial Management and Accountability Act 2011 (Amended 2024)

3• National Bureau of Statistics Act

4• Commission for Truth,Reconciliation and Healing Act 2024

5• Civil Aviation Authority Act 2012 (Amendment Act 2024)

6• Compensation and Reparations Authority Act 2024.

The new Tourism Act is expected to provide a structured framework for the development and promotion of tourism, aiming to boost the country's economy and enhance its global appeal. 

Meanwhile, the Financial Management Act seeks to enhance transparency, efficiency, and accountability in managing public finances, ensuring better resource allocation for national growth.

In attendance, Justice Minister Ruben Madol Arol Kachuol, who presented the bills to the President, expressed gratefulness for the smooth passage of the legislation, which followed extensive consultations with various stakeholders before its due passage by the country's top two houses.

These legislative developments reflect South Sudan's ongoing efforts to strengthen its legal framework in various sectors, fostering a more stable and prosperous environment for both domestic and foreign investments.




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