South Sudan's English Daily Newspaper
"We Dare where others fear"
By Awan Achiek
The government of South Sudan on Tuesday, confirmed that eight men deported from the United States have been incarcerated in Juba.
Last week, the U.S. deported these eight criminals, who had been convicted of various offences, to South Sudan following a prolonged legal standoff.
The deportees originate from Cuba, Mexico, Laos, Myanmar, Sudan, and Vietnam, and their convictions include serious crimes such as murder, homicide, sexual assault, lascivious acts with a child, and robbery.
Apuk Ayuel Mayen, a spokesperson for the foreign ministry, told reporters that the eight men arrived at Juba International Airport on Saturday.
“On 5th July 2025, eight individuals, including one South Sudanese, arrived at Juba International Airport following the standard deportation procedures undertaken by the Government of the United States of America,” Ayuel said.
She noted that the deportation aligns with the government’s ‘sovereign responsibilities’ and ‘established procedures’ for receiving these individuals through what she referred to as “appropriate national institutions.”
“They are currently in Juba under the supervision of the relevant authorities, who are screening them and ensuring their safety and well-being in accordance with South Sudanese laws and applicable international norms and practices.”
Ayuel explained that this development follows ongoing bilateral engagement between South Sudan and the United States.
“As part of a broader framework of cooperation, both countries continue to engage constructively and in good faith on various matters, including political, economic, investment, security, humanitarian, and consular-related issues, among others.”
The government reiterated its commitment to uphold national interests and adhere to the rule of law, as well as international obligations and norms.
“The Government of the Republic of South Sudan will continue to pursue partnerships that support peace, development, mutual benefit, and effective international cooperation,” she added.
According to U.S. authorities, the eight men were deported in May and held for several weeks at an American military base in Djibouti before arriving in South Sudan on Saturday, following a Supreme Court decision that cleared the way for their transfer.
