January 22, 2026 – The Tower Post<\/strong><\/p>\n The South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) have deployed substantial reinforcements from multiple divisions to the Bor area in Jonglei State, preparing for a potential push into northern Jonglei as clashes with SPLA-IO units escalate.<\/p>\n Read more<\/a><\/p>\n January 22, 2026 – Radio Tamazuj<\/strong><\/p>\n President Salva Kiir is expected to establish a committee to facilitate dialogue among signatories to South Sudan’s 2018 peace agreement and other stakeholders on election-related issues, with invitations already sent to key participants.<\/p>\n Read more<\/a><\/p>\n January 21, 2026 – Sudans Post<\/strong><\/p>\n Nearly 8,000 people have been displaced into Twic East County due to renewed fighting between SSPDF and SPLA-IO forces in Duk and Uror counties, with the displaced population including over 3,000 children and 1,000 elderly people.<\/p>\n Read more<\/a><\/p>\n January 21, 2026 – Crisis Group<\/strong><\/p>\n A Crisis Group expert analyzes South Sudan’s resurgent violence as opposition forces make substantial gains against government troops, describing the country’s slide back toward civil war as it faces ethnic-based mobilization and armed conflict.<\/p>\n
\nKiir to launch dialogue with parties<\/h3>\n
\nNearly 8,000 displaced in Pajut as SSPDF, SPLA-IO clashes take toll on civilians<\/h3>\n
\nRebel Offensive Sounds Onset of War in South Sudan<\/h3>\n