South Sudan Opposition Forces Call for March on Juba After Battlefield Gains

South Sudan opposition forces call for march on Juba after battlefield gains

South Sudan's main opposition faction called on its forces on Monday to advance on the capital Juba after they captured a strategic town last week.

Escalation in South Sudan: SPLA-IO's Strategic Push Toward Juba

Escalation in South Sudan: SPLA-IO's Strategic Push Toward Juba JUBA, Jan 19 - South Sudan's opposition, the SPLA-IO, has seized the town of Pajut, keying an escalation toward the capital, Juba. After capturing Pajut, located over 300 km north of Juba, the SPLA-IO has ordered its forces to advance on the capital, threatening Kiir's government.Violent clashes have multiplied across the country, marking an unexpected resurgence since the 2018 peac…

“No need to flee,” says Jonglei Information Minister as govt moves to stabilize security

BOR, Jonglei State (Eye Radio) – The Government of Jonglei State has issued a strong appeal to its citizens to remain in their homes and refrain from fleeing to Central Equatoria State, maintaining that the security situation in the northern counties is being actively addressed. The appeal follows recent displacement caused by clashes between government forces and the SPLA-IO in northern areas, including Yuai and Uror counties. Reports from the …

South Sudan: Over 30,000 Displaced in Pajut as Fighting Escalates in Jonglei State

Intense fighting between the Sudan People’s Liberation Army in Opposition (SPLA-IO) and the South Sudan

Fighting in Pajut displaces more than 30,000 – official - Radio Tamazuj

Displaced residents shelter in the bush during fighting in Pajut, Duk County, Jonglei State. (Courtesy photo) Fighting in Pajut displaces more than 30,000 – official More than 30,000 people have been displaced by fighting between the Sudan People’s Liberation Army in Opposition (SPLA-IO), and the South Sudan People’s Defense Forces in Pajut Payam of Duk County, authorities said. Duk County Commissioner Chatim told Radio Tamazuj on Sunday that ci…