Riots and Violence… The Flames of War Pursue Sudanese in Juba

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The flames of Sudan‘s war have crossed borders to the southern neighbor, where events unfold against the backdrop of riots and violence, reflecting another facet of the northern crisis‘s repercussions.

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As the war between the army and the “Rapid Support Forces” continues in Sudan, fueled by hate speech, waves of violence against Sudanese people have spilled into Juba, the capital of South Sudan.

Eyewitnesses said that the army and police forces in Juba dispersed a group of protesters on Friday who were heading from the “New Site” area to the “Munuki” Bridge, arresting several demonstrators.

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On Thursday, Juba witnessed violence and riots when a group of angry citizens took to the streets to protest the events in “Wad Madani” in Sudan.

According to reports, a significant number of South Sudanese citizens were killed in northern Sudan, accused of loyalty and fighting alongside the “Rapid Support Forces,” which had previously controlled the area.

Witnesses also reported that Sudanese refugees in Juba remained hidden in their homes, unable to venture outside due to insecurity.

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Violence and Riots

The unrest followed earlier protests at the University of Juba and in front of the Sudanese Embassy, which were contained by the police.

However, the anger quickly escalated into violence, with groups of youth targeting shops.

In Juba, eyewitnesses reported that shops owned by Sudanese residents in several neighborhoods were targeted, vandalized, and looted, amid rising tensions.

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In response to the spreading unrest, the police fired shots into the air in several areas, including “Market 6,” “Tambra Street,” “New Site,” “Simba Square,” “Munuki,” and other parts of the city, in an attempt to restore order.

John Kasara Kuang Nyal, spokesperson for the South Sudanese police, told Radio “Tamazuj” that multiple groups took to the streets protesting the killings in Wad Madani and targeted Sudanese-owned shops.

He explained that the police fired into the air to disperse angry youths attempting to break into stores.

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An Official Protest

The anger extended beyond the popular level. Lili Adio Martin, press secretary for the South Sudanese President’s Office, expressed sorrow and indignation over the “recent killings of innocent South Sudanese civilians by Sudanese armed forces.”

She said: “We are deeply saddened by these brutal killings. Many South Sudanese still consider Sudan their homeland due to our shared history and enduring fraternal ties. However, such violent acts against civilians are entirely unacceptable.”

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She added: “President Salva Kiir, along with the government of South Sudan, is taking swift and decisive action in response to these tragic events.”

She also urged South Sudanese citizens to remain calm and avoid acts of retaliation, emphasizing the importance of protecting Sudanese refugees and traders.

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Sudan’s Response

Meanwhile, the Sudanese Ambassador to Juba, Issam Hassan, stated that he had been in contact with Sudanese authorities, including forces on the ground, to investigate these events.

He revealed that a committee had been formed to investigate these crimes and hold those responsible accountable.

Additionally, a spokesperson for the Sudanese army assured that the security situation in Juba was being closely monitored, with a detailed update promised.

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