(MOROBO, CES) – Suspected holdout groups are still carrying out criminal activity in remote parts of Morobo County, putting civilians at risk as South Sudan prepares for elections in December.
The county’s security situation is calm overall, but isolated criminal incidents continue in the most remote areas, according to a statement from the Office of the Caretaker Commissioner.
The county leadership is working with the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces and other organised forces to improve security so that residents can take part in preparations for the December elections.
Caretaker Commissioner Hon Moro Isaac Johnson chaired a security meeting on Friday, 16th October 2026. It was his first since taking office on 10th October.
Moro thanked the defence forces and other organised forces for their efforts to protect people and property in the county.
He called for teamwork and asked all stakeholders to work together so that residents can regain hope and live peacefully in Morobo.
“To successfully improve the current situation, we must unite, consult and avoid blame,” Moro said.
The commissioner asked disadvantaged groups to put the interests of the suffering civilian community first.
He urged those still in the bush to come out and join the government, noting that the President has declared dialogue with other opposition parties to achieve peace and stability.
The statement did not say how many holdout fighters are active in the county, which groups they belong to, or what specific security incidents have occurred in recent weeks.
It also did not say what measures the county is taking to protect civilians in remote areas or how the December elections will be secured.
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