JUBA – The Judiciary of South Sudan is planning to establish a special court in Central Equatoria to try and hold to account individuals accused of land grabbing, the state government said.
The plan was discussed in a meeting between South Sudan Chief Justice Dr. Benjamin Baak Deng and CES Governor Gen. Rabi Mujung Emmanuel, in Juba on Tuesday to discuss key concerns on addressing land issues and social crimes.
“We deliberated among ourselves and needed to engage the Judiciary so that a special court is established to deal with land grabbing,” Governor Mujung said.
In many parts of South Sudan, particularly the national capital, powerful individuals, government officials, and foreign entities continue to acquire land without proper regard for the rights and interests of existing landholders.
The meeting – the governor’s office said – aligned with one of President Kiir’s directives for state government to collaborate with the Judiciary on land issues.
Governor Mujung emphasized the need for strong enforcement to prevent land grabbing and resolve disputes peacefully.
The leaders also addressed rising crimes of unruly youth gangs, robberies, and suicides in Juba and across the entire state.
The governor therefore requested the court establishment to handle public order cases. The two leaders further underscored the need for close cooperation to uphold the rule of law and ensure justice for citizens.
