South Sudan: Assailants attack a truck convoy along the Juba to Nimule road route, April 1

Event

Assailants attacked a convoy of trucks along the road connecting Juba and Nimule at approximately 06:00, April 1. The incident reportedly occurred in the Kit 2 area. Preliminary reports suggest that at least two and possibly as many as five civilians were killed while several others were injured. The motive for the attack is unclear. Officials have blamed the attack on National Salvation Front (NAS) rebels. NAS is an anti-government armed group based in the south of the country. The incident follows another armed attack March 27-28 along the Yei-Juba highway which left several Ugandan nationals dead.

Advice

Exercise caution on road routes south of Juba. Liaise with trusted local contacts before travel. Avoid travel at night.