(JUBA) – The Bank of South Sudan has released the official exchange rates for Thursday, 17th July 2025, outlining the latest figures for major foreign currencies as part of its daily financial updates aimed at maintaining transparency in the country’s monetary sector.
According to the data published by the central bank, the South Sudanese Pound (SSP) continues to fluctuate against major international currencies, reflecting ongoing economic pressures and market forces in the region.
The updated rates show a slight depreciation of the SSP against the United States Dollar (USD), with the selling rate at SSP 4,603.16 and the buying rate at SSP 4,467.11. At the current official rate, 1 USD equals approximately 4,600 SSP.
Below is a summary of the daily exchange rates issued by the Bank of South Sudan:
| Currency | Selling Rate (SSP) | Buying Rate (SSP) | Equivalent in USD (Selling) |
|---|---|---|---|
| USD | 4,603.16 | 4,467.11 | 1.00 |
| EURO | 5,350.25 | 5,191.23 | 1.16 |
| GBP | 6,165.47 | 5,982.35 | 1.34 |
| KSH | 35.68 | 34.52 | 0.0078 |
| UGX | 1.29 | 1.24 | 0.00028 |
| SDG | 7.69 | 7.42 | 0.00167 |
| ETB | 33.78 | 32.74 | 0.00734 |
| RWF | 3.19 | 3.04 | 0.00069 |
| TZS | 1.76 | 1.71 | 0.00038 |
| BIF | 1.58 | 1.50 | 0.00034 |
The exchange rates are issued daily by the Bank of South Sudan and are essential for businesses, traders, banks, and policymakers. They also play a vital role in informing the public and regulating foreign exchange transactions across the country.
Officials from the bank have urged citizens to refer to the official website, www.boss.gov.ss, for the latest updates and to avoid relying on unregulated market rates, which can differ significantly from official figures and contribute to inflationary pressures.
The Bank of South Sudan has also encouraged commercial banks and forex bureaus to adhere to the official rates to prevent price distortions in the market.
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