Lagu, Musa Marchello2026-01-282026-01-282025http://41.89.96.81:4000/handle/123456789/3417This study examined the effects of nightclub crimes on community security in Nyakuron East, Juba, South Sudan, addressing a significant research gap regarding their specific effects and underlying causes. Despite their frequent occurrence, characterized by violence, insecurity, and illicit activities these crimes’ local implications remained underexplored, impeding effective policy development. The research aimed to evaluate how nightclub crimes affect Nyakuron East’s security, focusing on their social, psychological, and economic consequences and identifying key contributing factors. Employing a mixed-methods approach, the study integrated quantitative surveys and questionnaires with qualitative in-depth interviews, engaging nightclub patrons, staff, law enforcement officials, and community leaders. Quantitative data was analyzed using descriptive statistics (percentages and means), while qualitative data underwent thematic coding in SPSS Version 28. Results indicated that nightclub crimes disrupted the community, fostering widespread fear and psychological distress among residents, decreasing business activity (65% of owners reported reduced patronage), and elevating security costs (78% of owners noted increases). Contributing factors include inadequate security, the illicit drug trade, socioeconomic disparities, and limited community involvement in prevention efforts. The study concluded that these crimes exacerbated social and psychological insecurity, imposed economic burdens on businesses, and arose from addressable causes. The study recommended targeted interventions to enhance security measures, community-based prevention initiatives, and socioeconomic suppon to foster a safer, more resilient Nyakuron East.enNight clubThesis