South Sudan, IMF Hold High-Level Talks on Economy

(BANGKOK) – A South Sudan delegation has met with the International Monetary Fund to discuss the country’s economic reforms and political preparations ahead of December elections. The delegation, led by Caretaker Minister of Finance and Planning Athian Diing Athian and Bank of South Sudan Governor Dr Addis Ababa Othow, heldContinue Reading

Trade Minister and State governor Jadalla pose for a photo after the meeting-Photo Credit- Press Unit- Office of the Governor

(JUBA) – The Caretaker Minister of Trade, Commerce and Industry, Dr. Labanya Margaret Mathya, has called for harmonised taxation and improved revenue collection to strengthen service delivery and create a more business-friendly environment in Central Equatoria State. Dr. Labanya made the remarks during a meeting with the Caretaker Governor ofContinue Reading

World Bank and State officials pose for a group Photo after the meeting. Photo Credit-Press Unit-Office of the Governor

(JUBA CITY) – The World Bank Group has pledged to strengthen cooperation with Central Equatoria State to help address urban development challenges and improve infrastructure in Juba. A delegation led by Senior Urban and Disaster Risk Management Specialist, Lukas Leschner, met with the Caretaker Governor of Central Equatoria State, GeneralContinue Reading

Residents in Dar-Salam Market Street. File Photo Access Radio-Yei

(YEI RIVER COUNTY) – Some residents of Yei River County have welcomed the appointment of the new caretaker County Commissioner, Emmanuel Taban Seme, and are calling on him to prioritise security, service delivery and economic empowerment. Commissioner Seme officially assumed office on Friday. His appointment follows a directive from theContinue Reading

Farm equipment donated to CTC by GIZ. Photo Credit-GIZ-South Sudan

(YEI RIVER COUNTY)– Farmers in Yei River County are expected to benefit from improved tractor services following the donation of garage tools and maintenance equipment to the Yei Crop Training Centre by the German development agency, GIZ. The support, provided through the Community-Driven Rural Development (CDRD) project, is aimed atContinue Reading