Mayor of Juba City Council, H.W Christopher Sarafino Swaka speaking during Juba City Council Media and Opinion Leaders Networking Luncheon in Juba, Dembesh Hotel (22/Aug/2026). Photo Credit: Emmanuel Kayanga

By Emmanuel Kayanga | Juba | August 23, 2026

The Mayor of Juba City has proposed sweeping changes aimed at reducing alcohol abuse and improving urban cleanliness across the capital.

Speaking on Saturday during the Juba City Council Media and Opinion Leaders Networking Luncheon, Mayor Christopher Sarafino Wani Swaka announced a proposal to increase license fees for liquor stores, bars, and related trading licenses by 1000%.

“Anything on user service fees, trading license or whatever license on alcohol and cigarettes, must be increased by 1000%. Because I want this money to be translated into the cost of commodities by itself,” Mayor Wani said.

According to the proposal, the sharp increase is intended to make alcohol more expensive and thereby reduce excessive consumption and abuse among residents.

“I cannot ban alcohol because we are not an Islamic country, but I want to make it expensive, I can only control age, but I want to make it expensive.” Added the Mayor.

In addition to alcohol regulations, Mayor Wani proposed a new city order to ban the roaming of stray animals within Juba City. The ban would cover dogs, sheep, goats, and cows that are often seen moving freely in residential and business areas.

“I propose on issuing a local order banning the roaming of stray dogs, goats, and cows on streets. Take this to the public and let them give their opinion on this proposal,” the Mayor said.

City authorities say the proposed animal ban is intended to make Juba cleaner, safer, and more orderly.

The proposals have not yet been debated or approved by the Juba City Council. The Mayor said residents and business owners will be given an opportunity to share their views during upcoming public consultations.