Eight suspects detained in Juba over alleged child trafficking
Eight suspects have been detained in connection with an alleged child abduction and trafficking network operating in Suk Darfur residential area, northeast of Juba, according to a statement issued by the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF). Maj. Gen. Lul Ruai Koang, SSPDF Spokesperson said its Combat Military Intelligence Operations, Department of Surveillance, uncovered the […]
SSPDF orders officers seeking elective positions to resign from military service
South Sudan’s army has directed serving military personnel aspiring to contest in the December 22, 2026 general elections to formally resign from military service before pursuing political office. The directive comes amid growing interest among military officers in contesting for various political positions, following the SPLM’s recent exercise to collect application forms from members seeking […]
SSPDF says it repelled dawn attack in Mundri West
The South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) says it has repelled a dawn attack by forces of the Sudan People’s Liberation Army in Opposition (SPLA-IO) on a military outpost in Bari Boma, Mundri West County, Western Equatoria State. In a statement issued on Monday, October 12, 2026, SSPDF spokesperson Maj. Gen. Rul Ruai said the […]
Opposition forces claim capture of SSPDF position near Mundri
South Sudan’s main armed opposition group, the Sudan People’s Liberation Army in Opposition (SPLA-IO), says its forces have captured a military position belonging to the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) in Bari village, about 15 kilometres southeast of Mundri town in Western Equatoria State. In a statement issued on Monday, October 12, the opposition […]
Yakani accuses warring forces of using starvation as a weapon
The Executive Director of the Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO), Edmund Yakani, has accused the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) and the SPLA-IO of using starvation as a weapon of war, following renewed fighting in Northern Jonglei State. In a statement on Thursday, Yakani appealed directly to division, field and area commanders of […]
South Sudan frees over 45 children under child protection plan
South Sudan has released 49 children from military training centres and armed forces, marking fresh progress in efforts to end the recruitment and use of children in conflict, officials announced at the Fourth National Child Protection Conference in Juba on Tuesday. The children were released following engagements between the South Sudan Disarmament, Demobilization and Reintegration […]
UNMISS pulls peacekeepers from Akobo County
The United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) has withdrawn peacekeepers from a temporary operating base in Akobo County, Jonglei State, following months of civilian protection operations, as ongoing insecurity continues to threaten stability in the area. The temporary operating base was established following intense fighting earlier this year between the South Sudan People’s Defence […]
SSPDF chief declares end to fighting as activist calls for dialogue over war
South Sudan’s newly reappointed Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), Gen. Santino Deng Wol, has declared an end to renewed hostilities between the South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF) and the SPLA-IO, signaling what many observers describe as a fresh opportunity for peace and stability in the country. Speaking after resuming command of the national army, […]
No press statement on Akobo yet, SSPDF spokesperson says
The South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) has announced that it will not immediately issue a press statement regarding the recent military engagements in Akobo County, citing the rapidly evolving security situation on the ground. In a brief notice released on Tuesday, the SSPDF spokesperson, Lul Ruai Koang, said the army is still assessing developments […]
SPLA-IO says it retakes Akobo headquarters as tensions rise
The SPLA-IO has announced that its forces under Sector 3 have retaken Akobo County Headquarters following a swift early morning military operation, marking a fresh escalation in fighting in Upper Nile region and raising renewed concerns over civilian safety. In a statement issued by its spokesperson, Col. Lam Paul Gabriel, the group said its forces […]
