The Government of Central Equatoria State said it has arrested six individuals suspected of involvement in cattle raiding and related criminal activities.
Speaking to journalists at the state secretariat on Tuesday, State Information Minister Nyarsuk Patrick said the suspects would be processed through legal channels. The arrests come as authorities continue implementing the Rokon Peace Consensus, an agreement aimed at addressing cattle-related conflicts between communities.
The minister said the state government had recorded progress in implementing the agreement, including handing over more than 34 head of cattle to the Government of Western Equatoria State as part of efforts to restore peace.
“Arrests have been made in connection with criminal activities linked to cattle movement within Central Equatoria State,” Nyarsuk said. “Six individuals have been identified, arrested, and are currently in detention. These individuals will be processed through the due legal channels.”
He added that one of the suspects, identified as Jele, had allegedly been involved in activities that threatened the security of communities in the state.
Nyarsuk warned cattle herders operating in Central Equatoria State to return to their areas of origin or face legal action if found violating state regulations.
The minister said the government recognizes that the Mundari Community is part of Central Equatoria State and that authorities are working to address concerns related to cattle movement and community tensions.
He added that a committee has been established to address demands from Mundari cattle herders, including requests for water reservoirs in Terekeka County.
The state government says it remains committed to resolving cattle-related disputes through dialogue, law enforcement, and the implementation of the Rokon Peace Consensus.
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