Eastern Equatoria Leaders Call for Urgent Action on Highway Robberies Along Torit–Juba Road

(Torit) – The Eastern Equatoria State Assembly resumed its second session of the year on Monday, with lawmakers raising concerns over growing insecurity in the region, particularly in areas like Torit and Nimule and along major transport routes such as the Torit–Juba highway. Speaker of the Assembly, Charles Udwar Ukech,Continue Reading

Currency Watch: Dollar Nears SSP 4,700 in Official Rates

(Juba) – The Bank of South Sudan has officially released the national exchange rates for major global and regional currencies as of Tuesday, June 24, 2025. The central bank’s daily update provides a detailed breakdown of both selling and buying rates used for currency conversion across financial institutions in theContinue Reading

South Sudan Gains IMF Backing for Financial Stability

(Juba) – The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has pledged its support to the Government of South Sudan in building strong microfinance policies that aim to enhance long term economic stability and promote inclusive development. This commitment was made during a high level meeting between Vice President Dr. Benjamin Bol MelContinue Reading

South Sudan Football Federation (SSFF) Football Federation Approves New Disciplinary Measures

(Juba) – The South Sudan Football Federation (SSFF) has approved significant changes to its General Regulations in a move aimed at improving club operations and player discipline. The decision was reached during the Executive Committee’s Extraordinary Virtual Meeting No. 3/2025, held on 23 June 2025. The meeting was chaired byContinue Reading

Eight Teams Confirmed for Upcoming Aweil Peace Tournament

(Juba) – The Aweil Youth Union in Juba has announced that the upcoming “Aweil Peace Tournament” will feature eight football teams representing different communities and groups from Aweil. The tournament is intended to promote peace, unity, and youth engagement through sport. According to details shared by organizers, the teams expectedContinue Reading

Government, MTN Partner on ICT Access for IDPs

(Juba) – On 23 June 2025, the Ministry of Information, Communication Technology, and Postal Services of South Sudan, together with MTN South Sudan, officially handed over a fully equipped ICT Hub at the Mangateen Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) Camp in Juba. The event was led by Deputy Minister Hon. DavidContinue Reading