South Sudan Police Service lifts dawn-to-dusk curfew

The South Sudan Police Service has officially lifted the curfew that was imposed on January 17, following riots and looting targeting Sudanese-owned shops in Juba and other cities across the country.

This decision was confirmed by Colonel John Kassara Koang Nhial, the Police Service Spokesperson, during an announcement on Eye Radio.

The unrest stemmed from incidents in Wad Madani city in Gezira State, Sudan, where South Sudanese citizens were targeted and killed after the Sudanese army took control of the city.

In response, violence erupted in South Sudan, resulting in loss of lives and damage to property particularly affecting Sudanese-owned businesses.

To restore order, the police imposed a curfew and provided refuge to many Sudanese citizens, who sought safety in police headquarters in Juba.

Over the past days, these individuals have gradually returned to their homes, enabling authorities to reassess the security situation.

The announcement signals a return to normalcy in the capital and other affected cities, as the police continue to monitor the situation to prevent further unrest.