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...

Security Breach at Paloch Airstrip: Two National Security Officers Arrested ‎


Lt. Gen. James Koang Chuol. Assistant Chief of Defence Forces For Operation and Training. 


‎Tension flared in Upper Nile State on Tuesday after two national security personnel were arrested for attempting to forcibly enter Paloch Airstrip. 

‎According to the State Governor, the incident triggered a brief exchange of fire, though calm was quickly restored.

‎This alarming development comes at a time when Paloch and surrounding areas are already grappling with a deteriorating security situation. 

‎Over the weekend, at least seven people were killed and four others injured during a deadly attack at Paloch market in Melut County. The attackers fled the scene and remain at large.

‎Authorities have not yet released details about the motive behind the airstrip breach, but investigations are ongoing. The Governor assured the public that security has been reinforced at key locations.

‎International reactions have followed swiftly. IGAD envoys and several Western embassies, including the U.S., U.K., and the EU, have condemned the ongoing violence in Upper Nile. 

‎They are urging for full adherence to the permanent ceasefire and a return to dialogue under the Revitalized Peace Agreement.

‎This series of events highlights the urgent need for stronger local security responses and renewed peace efforts to prevent further destabilization in Upper Nile State.

‎Stay tuned for more updates as the story develops. 

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