(JUBA) – South Sudan is projected to record sub-Saharan Africa’s fastest economic growth in 2026, with gross domestic product expected to expand by 10.5%, according to the International Monetary Fund’s October 2026 World Economic Outlook. The projections are economic forecasts and do not confirm that living conditions have improved forContinue Reading
(JUBA) – South Sudan is seeking Saudi investment and stronger World Bank support after a week of financial diplomacy in Bangkok, with the Caretaker Minister of Finance and Planning, Athian Ding Athian, returning to Juba on Sunday morning, the Finance Ministry said. Athian was received at Juba International Airport byContinue Reading
(JUBA COUNTY) – Juba County is set to begin a series of infrastructure works aimed at improving roads, lighting, and public safety, with launches scheduled over three consecutive days next week. The Caretaker Commissioner of Juba County, Moulana Kalisto Lado Faustino Nyigilo Wani, will launch the projects starting on Monday,Continue Reading
(MOROBO, CES) – Suspected holdout groups are still carrying out criminal activity in remote parts of Morobo County, putting civilians at risk as South Sudan prepares for elections in December. The county’s security situation is calm overall, but isolated criminal incidents continue in the most remote areas, according to aContinue Reading
(TEREKEKA / YAMBIO) – The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations in South Sudan joined farmers, government representatives, development partners and local communities in Terekeka to mark World Food Day 2026. The celebration was held under the theme “Innovate today. Nourish tomorrow.” As part of the event, FAOContinue Reading
(YEI, CES) – Catholics in Diocese of Yei in Central Equatoria State are waiting up to six months for a priest to visit and administer the sacraments, the Bishop of Yei has said. Bishop Alex Lodiong Sakor said insecurity, poor roads and a shortage of clergy are disrupting pastoral servicesContinue Reading
(JUBA, SOUTH SUDAN) – The Holy See has appointed Monsignor Marco Ganci as Chargé d’Affaires at the Apostolic Nunciature in South Sudan, maintaining the Vatican’s diplomatic presence while Archbishop Séamus Patrick Horgan receives medical treatment abroad. Ganci arrived in Juba on 15th October 2026 and was received by Bishop SantoContinue Reading
(MOROBO COUNTY) – Morobo County launched a polio vaccination campaign on 15th October 2026 at the county headquarters. The campaign is part of a nationwide government programme supported by the World Health Organization and UNICEF. It targets children aged 0 to 59 months to ensure the eradication of the polioContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The Bank of South Sudan (BoSS) is running a Cybersecurity Awareness Month campaign to reduce cyber risks, strengthen operational resilience and protect public confidence in the Bank’s operations. Bul Kornelio Koriom, Director of the Cybersecurity and Business Continuity Planning Department, said the campaign aims to build a strongContinue Reading
(JUBA) – South Sudan is strengthening its preparedness for Ebola after Kenya confirmed a third case of the Bundibugyo virus disease, with authorities warning that the country remains at high risk due to its close trade and travel links with affected neighbours. Kenya’s Ministry of Health said on 16th OctoberContinue Reading
