(JUBA) – The Bank of South Sudan has held a high level meeting with the National Communication Authority (NCA) to speed up the launch of the country’s National Payment System. The talks focused on removing barriers to rolling out a fully operational digital payment solution, with both institutions stressing itsContinue Reading
(JUBA) – Vice President Dr Benjamin Bol Mel has called for the immediate upgrading of Juba’s main road network, describing it as a crucial step for South Sudan’s economic growth and connectivity. He made the remarks during a meeting with National Minister of Roads and Bridges Simon Mijok Mijak andContinue Reading
(AWEIL) – Two new multipurpose farmer centres, seed stores, and other modern agricultural facilities have been officially handed over to local authorities in Northern Bahr El Ghazal State in a move aimed at improving productivity, resilience and livelihoods for farmers. The Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (MAFS) transferred theContinue Reading
(RUBKONA COUNTY, UNITY STATE) – Communities in Rubkona are transforming the invasive water hyacinth plant into eco-friendly cooking fuel, in a project supported by the World Food Programme (WFP) in South Sudan. The initiative aims to reduce reliance on firewood, protect the environment and provide households with an additional sourceContinue Reading
(MAGWI COUNTY) – Partners implementing the Rural Enterprises for Agricultural Development (READ) Project have held introductory meetings with senior government leaders in Eastern Equatoria State to outline the programme’s objectives and expected benefits. During an Implementation Supervision Mission, the project team paid courtesy visits to the Acting Governor of EasternContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The South Sudan Civil Aviation Authority (SSCAA) has announced a series of internal transfers and promotions affecting key positions, aimed at improving efficiency, accountability, and operational standards across the country’s airports and airstrips. The changes, approved by the SSCAA Board of Directors and senior management, were made publicContinue Reading
(JUBA) – Juba International Airport, South Sudan’s main air gateway, is operating a mix of domestic, regional and international flights on Monday, 11 August 2025. The day’s schedule covers arrivals from cities such as Wau, Addis Ababa, Sharjah, Nairobi and Cairo, alongside departures to destinations including Entebbe, Istanbul and Nairobi.Continue Reading
(JUBA) – The Bank of South Sudan has published its official foreign exchange rates for Monday, 11 August 2025, showing marginal movements in the value of the South Sudanese Pound (SSP) against major international currencies when compared to the closing figures from Friday, 8 August 2025. The official US dollarContinue Reading
(JUBA) – South Sudan’s Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has issued a final warning to individuals and businesses occupying land at Juba International Airport without authorisation, stating that court backed evictions will be carried out if they do not leave voluntarily. Speaking in Juba on Friday, Director General John Woja ElinanaContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The Ministry of Information, Communication Technology and Postal Services (MOICT&PS) of South Sudan, in partnership with the World Bank, has announced plans to begin laying a fibre optic cable from Kenya to South Sudan early next year. The project is expected to significantly improve the country’s internet connectivityContinue Reading
