South Sudan’s National Security Service (NSS) has warned that anyone found manufacturing, selling, possessing, or wearing its uniforms without authorization will face arrest and prosecution, as the agency moves to curb the growing misuse of official security attire.
In a public notice issued on Tuesday, NSS spokesperson David John Kumuri said the Internal Security Bureau (ISB) had observed individuals and businesses illegally producing, trading, and using NSS uniforms, camouflage patterns, insignia, and other official dress items.
“The Administration of the National Security Service – Internal Security Bureau wishes to issue a strict and final warning to the general public, business companies and owners, tailors, designers, and others regarding unauthorized handling of official National Security Service attire,” he said.
The security agency said the unauthorized use of NSS uniforms and insignia poses a threat to public safety, national security, and the integrity of the institution.
Under the directive, tailors, designers, and businesses are prohibited from manufacturing, printing, or producing NSS uniforms, camouflage materials, or other official dress codes without written authorization from the agency.
The notice also bans the sale, purchase, and distribution of NSS uniforms, patches, and related military or security gear in markets and private shops.
The ISB further warned that civilians and unauthorized persons found possessing or wearing any part of the NSS uniform, tactical gear, or camouflage clothing — whether for daily wear, fashion, film production, or private security work — would violate the law.
According to the notice, such offences fall under Section 91(c) of the NSS Act, 2024, as amended, and Section 77 of the South Sudan Penal Code Act, 2008.
“Anyone found violating these directives after the publication of this notice will face immediate arrest,” Kumuri said. “The law will take its full course, and offenders will be prosecuted to the highest extent of the law, including heavy fines and imprisonment.”
The agency also called on the public to report individuals or businesses engaged in the unauthorized manufacture, sale, or use of NSS uniforms and related items.
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