South Sudan launches mobile courts to clear case backlog
The 30-day initiative in Western Bahr el Ghazal aims to speed up justice and reduce detention times.
The Judiciary of South Sudan, supported by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), has started a 30-day mobile court initiative in Wau and Raja Counties. This program aims to speed up the resolution of pending criminal cases and reduce prolonged pre-trial detention in Western Bahr el Ghazal State.
Justice Andrew Joshua Lado, President of the Court of Appeal for the Bahr el Ghazal Circuit, stated that over 200 remand cases are awaiting trial in prisons across the state. He explained that the mobile court is a practical response to challenges like limited judicial personnel and case backlogs, making justice more accessible.
The initiative, implemented with the Directorate of Legal Administration and Public Prosecution, also seeks to strengthen victim rights and accountability. UNDP representative Felix Cassim reaffirmed the organization's commitment to supporting national justice institutions in improving access to judicial services for all citizens.
Why it mattersPeople in Wau and Raja Counties will experience faster resolution of their criminal cases and reduced pre-trial detention periods.