The Special Court on Monday, January 5, 2026, resumed hearing the case involving suspended South Sudan First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar and seven other accused SPLM-IO Members.
Court proceedings continued after the prosecution concluded testimony from its fifth witness last year, allowing the case to move forward to the next stage. Many people, especially relatives of those affected by the violence, are closely following the process.
Dr. Machar and the seven co-accused are facing several charges brought before the court. The case is connected to clashes that took place in March 2025 in Nasir, Upper Nile State.
According to information presented in court, the violence led to the loss of more than 250 soldiers. The incident caused great suffering to families and communities, many of whom are still recovering from the impact of the conflict.
For families who lost loved ones, the continuation of the court process offers hope that the matter will be handled through legal and peaceful means. Observers say the case is an important step in addressing past events through the justice system.
The Special Court is expected to continue hearing the case in the coming days as the legal process moves forward.