Archive · 31 Jul 2025
South Sudan and Uganda Clash on Border, Leading to Fatalities
South Sudan and Uganda, neighbors with a history of alliances, recently had a fight near their shared border.
Soldiers from both sides clashed on Monday, resulting in the tragic loss of at least six lives.
The fighting allegedly started when South Sudanese soldiers crossed into Uganda, though the reasons are unclear.
The border itself is not well-defined, and previous disputes have happened.
Both sides have different views about who initiated the attack.
Now, they plan to have talks to avoid more fighting and solve their disagreements.
Clashes occurred on Monday between South Sudan and Uganda near their shared border.
At least six people were killed in the fighting.
The fighting involved soldiers from the South Sudanese army (SSPDF) and the Ugandan army.
South Sudanese officials state the Ugandan forces initiated a surprise attack.
A joint border committee will seek a peaceful resolution to the disputes.
- Who
- Soldiers from the South Sudanese army (SSPDF) and the Ugandan army.
- What
- Clashes between South Sudan and Uganda armies, resulting in at least six deaths.
- When
- The clashes occurred on Monday.
- Where
- Near the shared border of South Sudan and Uganda, in Kajo Keji county and Uganda's West Nile region.
- Why
- Unclear, but boundary is poorly defined, leading to disputes.
South Sudan
Uganda
Initiation
South Sudan
Ugandan forces initiated a surprise attack on SSPDF soldiers.
Uganda
SSPDF soldiers had strayed into Uganda's territory and refused to leave.
- Casualties
- At least six killed
- Countries Involved
- South Sudan and Uganda
- Location
- Shared border, Kajo Keji county, West Nile region
- Involvement
- SSPDF, Ugandan army
- Outcome
- Joint border committee formed to find resolution
