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...

Kiir's Endorsement of Foreign Ministry Reforms Signals a Diplomatic Reset ‎ ‎


President Kiir


‎President Salva Kiir’s recent commendation of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs signals a renewed seriousness in South Sudan’s approach to international diplomacy. 

‎With Foreign Minister Monday Semaya Kumba outlining strategic, financial, and administrative reforms, the government appears intent on repositioning the country as a more active and credible player on the global stage.

‎This diplomatic pivot comes at a critical moment. South Sudan's international reputation has long been weighed down by internal instability, protracted conflict, and limited engagement beyond the region. 

‎However, recent interactions with the United Nations Security Council, and visits by high-level African Union and IGAD officials, point to a concerted effort to re-engage with global institutions and reset relations with key allies, notably the United States.

‎President Kiir’s backing of these reforms may also be a strategic move ahead of the planned national elections. Demonstrating functional governance and global relevance could help his administration project legitimacy both at home and abroad.

‎Still, the real test lies ahead: will these reforms be implemented effectively, or will they stall amid bureaucracy and political infighting? For now, the President’s endorsement is a welcome signal but one that must be matched by measurable action.

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