Traders in Torit say they need security assurances from Imotong state government to continue with business.
They say most killings on the highways target traders forcing many of them to close their shops and leave the town, Radio Emmanuel reports.
Among those leaving mostly are Ugandans and Sudanese who own most of the shops in Torit.
Mubarak Kayemba is a Ugandan business man who deals in food items. He says most of his Uganda traders left because of insecurity.
He says after his goods were looted three weeks ago, he is left with nothing to begin.
The trader calls on the government to consider compensating his stolen goods.
Yohanes Jabir one of the Sudanese businessmen, says he will also leave once his stock in the shop is over.
Lilly Hidita, Torit Chamber of Commerce Chairperson, urges the government to do something to ensure safety of business people.
He acknowledged efforts made by the government to escort food commodities to Torit.
Hidita calls on the armed robbers to stop killing business people on the roads and allow them help bring in goods.
Josephine Akulang Imotong State Information Minister declined to comment.