Vice President Hussein Abdelbagi Joins Kiir at Peace Rally in Kuajok ‎

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‎ South Sudan Vice President Hussein Abdelbagi Akol joined President Salva Kiir Mayardit at a peace rally in Kuajok on Saturday, where leaders urged residents to embrace peace and unity ahead of South Sudan's planned general elections in December 2026. ‎ ‎Speaking to a large crowd gathered in the state capital, Hussein praised the people of Warrap for the warm welcome they gave President Kiir despite heavy rains. He said the turnout reflected the population's commitment to peace, stability, and national unity. ‎ ‎The vice president encouraged communities across Warrap State to avoid communal violence and work together to maintain peaceful coexistence as the country prepares for the upcoming elections. ‎ ‎VP. Hussein also highlighted the need to expand access to higher education. He reiterated his support for the establishment of public universities in Kuajok and Aweil, saying many students face difficulties accessing university education due to the lack of institutions closer t...
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Civilians Flee Lakama’di as SSPDF Pursues NAS and SPLA-IO Rebel Group in Mundri East ‎

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Civiliand fleeing Lakama'di

Mundri East, Western Equatoria. 

‎Hundreds of civilians have fled Lakama’di area in Mundri East County after the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) launched a major operation to flush out rebel fighters believed to be operating in the region.


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Local sources told Radio Tamazuj that the deployment triggered panic among residents, who fled into the nearby bush following gunfire and heavy shelling on Sunday.

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‎“The entire Lakama’di area is empty. Only soldiers are there now. Civilians have all escaped because of the fighting,” said a local chief who requested anonymity for security reasons.

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‎The clashes reportedly erupted in Bitti before spreading toward the center of Lakama’di as SSPDF forces advanced against fighters from the National Salvation Front (NAS) and elements of the SPLA-IO.

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‎Government Response

‎Mundri East County Commissioner John Henry Ngalamu confirmed the military operation but dismissed claims that civilians were targeted or harmed during the pursuit.

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‎“The SSPDF are government and professional forces. Their mission is to protect people, not to harm them,” Ngalamu said.

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“We are urging those who fled to return to their homes because calm has been restored.”


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However, witnesses insist sporadic gunfire and shelling caused widespread fear, forcing families to flee with few belongings.

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‎Police and Security Reactions

‎Western Equatoria State Police Commissioner Maj. Gen. Phillip Madut Tong said his office had not yet received an official report from Mundri East but assured that security agencies are monitoring the situation closely to prevent further displacement.

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‎Attempts by reporters to reach SSPDF spokesperson Maj. Gen. Lul Ruai Koang, as well as representatives from NAS and SPLA-IO, were unsuccessful.

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‎Background

‎The Mundri corridor has witnessed repeated skirmishes in recent months between government forces and NAS rebels, disrupting farming activities and worsening humanitarian conditions. Local leaders have repeatedly appealed for a peaceful resolution and humanitarian access to affected areas.

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‎What’s Next

‎Displaced residents remain in hiding, awaiting assurances of safety before returning home. Observers say the latest clashes highlight ongoing fragility in Western Equatoria despite years of peace efforts.

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