In Juba, police have detained women accused of using black magic to locate homes with substantial amounts of money. Five individuals, including alleged gangsters and sorcerers, were apprehended in Gumbo Sherikat with machetes, drugs, and items used in witchcraft. Deputy Mayor Thiik Thiik Mayardit revealed that one suspect admitted to using these items to detect and steal money. Police spokesperson Major General Daniel Justin commended the police's efforts and vowed to continue the crackdown for community safety.

Five people, including a police officer, were killed in a suspected cattle-related incident in Rumbek Central County, Lakes State. The attack occurred early morning and was carried out by armed youth from Rumbek North County. Over 10 people were wounded, including Mabor Mathiang, who is in critical condition. Captain Elijah Mabor Makuach stated that additional forces have been deployed and investigations are ongoing. Lakes State has a history of communal violence, and despite disarmament efforts and a local peace agreement, attacks continue.

Dr. Dhieu Ngong, an academic at Dr. John Garang University and former politician, has urged the government to initiate developmental projects in the greater Jonglei area to halt the ongoing tribal conflicts. He suggests that resettling tribes and engaging them in productive activities such as agriculture could prevent cattle raiding. Dr. Ngong criticizes recent peace resolutions for not addressing development and rule of law, labeling them ineffective. He resigned from the SPLM post-independence, citing corruption and nepotism.

The United Nations Panel of Experts on South Sudan has warned that the country's revitalized peace deal is at risk due to disputes over security control and resources by the unity government's partners. The panel reported to the U.N. Security Council that deadlines for security arrangements have been missed and the 2018 agreement's terms are being violated. Accusations include forced recruitment of civilians, including children, by former government and opposition military leaders. Government spokesperson Michael Makuei defended the recruitment tactics, while SPLM-IO official Stephen Par Kuol denied child recruitment. Lam Akol of the South Sudan Opposition Alliance highlighted violations at training centers. The report also criticized the unchecked power of National Security Service agents and arbitrary arrests, with President Salva Kiir allegedly having no intention of restraining their activities.