# Communal violence in South Sudan

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/communal-violence-in-south-sudan
> Updated: 2026-10-26T19:49:10.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Violent community clashes have been reported in multiple regions of South Sudan. In Rumbek, clashes between factions of the Pakam community escalated into confrontations involving armed youth from the Nyang community. The South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) estimated approximately 40 fatalities, while local officials reported 46 deaths and 65 injuries. The military established a buffer zone to stabilize the area.

In Warrap State, a coordinated attack in Tonj North County resulted in at least 72 deaths and 38 injuries. State officials reported that members of the Lou Ariik community attacked the Apuk Padoch community near the border of Warrap and Unity States. The violence included the burning of households and markets, as well as cattle raiding. Officials linked the incident to a cycle of retaliatory violence following previous raids.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-26: South Sudan: At least 72 killed in Warrap State communal violence

At least 72 people were killed and 38 wounded in communal violence in South Sudan's Warrap State, involving retaliatory attacks and cattle raiding near the Unity State border.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/south-sudan-at-least-72-killed-in-warrap-state-communal-violence

### 2026-10-15: Rumbek violence: Conflicting death tolls reported in South Sudan

Conflicting death tolls have emerged following violent community clashes in Rumbek, South Sudan, involving the Pakam and Nyang communities. The SSPDF has deployed troops to establish a buffer zone.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rumbek-violence-conflicting-death-tolls-reported-in-south-sudan

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Cite as: Communal violence in South Sudan. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/communal-violence-in-south-sudan