Relatives of Ugandans killed in South Sudan demand compensation
Sunday April 04 2021
Summary
They were ambushed, killed and their cars burnt by unknown gunmen at Ganji on Yei-Juba highway in South Sudan before reaching South Sudan’s Capital.
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Little did they know that this would be the last time they would see their families.
They were ambushed, killed and their cars burnt by unknown gunmen at Ganji on Yei-Juba highway in South Sudan before reaching South Sudan’s Capital.
Some of the deceased were identified as Ronald Amati from Maracha District, Sadam Andama (driver), Dada Abugo (driver), and Ali Sonny all from Koboko District.
Daily Monitor
Thursday April 01 2021
The latest killings happened at different times with the most recent being March 29 on the Yei - Juba route
Summary
The statement comes hours after South Sudan authorities on Wednesday evening handed over four bodies of the deceased Ugandans.
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Government of Uganda said Thursday that it was deeply concerned about the continued “reckless murder” of its citizens, mostly traders and truck drivers in South Sudan.
The latest killings happened at different times with the most recent being March 29 on the Yei - Juba route.
“Following the news of the attack, the government of Uganda conveyed its serious concern to the Government of South Sudan and has worked with it to facilitate the return of the bodies of the deceased. The Government of Uganda is working tirelessly with the government of South Sudan to recover the remaining bodies. The Government of Uganda has further appealed to the Government of South Sudan to restore securit