A man has reportedly killed himself on Friday allegedly due to economic hardships stemming from lack of employment, his relatives said.

A relative told Radio Tamazuj yesterday that the late hanged himeself shortly after having a discussion with his friends regarding challenges he was facing as a driver.

He pointed out that the truck the late was driving was stolen three weeks ago in Lakes state, making him unable to provide for himself and his family.

The late who was buried on Sunday in Lologo area in Juba was found dead in his room after he hanged himself with his belt.