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14 killed in South Sudan plane crash near Juba, bad weather suspected

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Source: CityLink Africa Airways

A Cessna 208B Grand Caravan registered 5Y-NOK operated by South Sudanese airline CityLink Africa Airways crashed southwest of Juba, killing all 14 people on board.

The aircraft was en route from Yei to Juba International Airport when it lost communication approximately 30 minutes after takeoff. Those on board included 13 passengers and one pilot, with victims comprising 12 South Sudanese and 2 Kenyan nationals.

Preliminary reports indicate poor weather conditions, particularly low visibility, may have contributed to the crash. Authorities are continuing to investigate the incident.