(JUBA) – The South Sudanese Pound (SSP) recorded modest fluctuations against major regional and international currencies during July 2025, with the official rates published by the Bank of South Sudan showing only slight changes across most trading pairs.
Between 1st and 31st July 2025, the exchange rate for the US Dollar remained relatively stable, with the SSP depreciating marginally by 5.86 South Sudanese Pounds on the selling rate, dropping from SSP 4,606.63 to SSP 4,600.78 per USD. In US Dollars, this reflects a movement of just over $0.0013 in terms of SSP valuation per unit.
Similarly, other major currencies saw slight changes over the same period. The Euro dropped from SSP 5,402.66 to SSP 5,320.78 on the selling side, indicating a mild appreciation of the SSP. The British Pound Sterling (GBP) also weakened slightly from SSP 6,311.55 to SSP 6,136.52.
In terms of regional currencies, the Ugandan Shilling (UGX), Kenyan Shilling (KSH), and Sudanese Pound (SDG) all maintained fairly consistent trajectories. Notably, the UGX saw a minor gain against the SSP, with the selling rate moving from 1.2834 to 1.2968.
The table below summarises the official rates at the start and close of the month, as released by the Bank of South Sudan:
| Currency | 1 July 2025 Selling | 31 July 2025 Selling | Change (SSP) |
|---|---|---|---|
| USD | 4,606.63 | 4,600.78 | -5.85 |
| EURO | 5,402.66 | 5,320.78 | -81.88 |
| GBP | 6,311.55 | 6,136.52 | -175.03 |
| KSH | 35.71 | 35.66 | -0.05 |
| UGX | 1.2834 | 1.2968 | +0.0134 |
| SDG | 7.6931 | 7.6846 | -0.0085 |
| ETB | 34.05 | 33.28 | -0.77 |
| RWF | 3.22 | 3.21 | -0.01 |
| TZS | 1.75 | 1.79 | +0.04 |
| BIF | 1.58 | 1.68 | +0.10 |
The Bank’s data confirms that the South Sudanese Pound remained relatively stable despite ongoing economic pressures. Currency traders and financial analysts in Juba noted that while the movement was minor, the consistent performance of the SSP against foreign currencies reflected cautious optimism in the banking sector.
The SSP’s exchange rate is critical for cross border traders, government importers and aid agencies who rely on predictable foreign exchange conditions for financial planning. While the month saw no dramatic spikes or falls, small movements in the Euro and British Pound could impact procurement costs for goods sourced from Europe and the UK.
As regional markets continue to navigate inflationary pressures, exchange rate monitoring remains vital. South Sudan’s economy, heavily reliant on US Dollar inflows from oil exports and humanitarian agencies, remains sensitive to global market movements and regional trade trends.
Analysts also caution that while the monthly average appears stable, intraday trading can still experience volatility in the parallel market. These official rates, however, remain the benchmark for government transactions and formal imports.
Disclaimer
All rates are based on official data provided by the Bank of South Sudan as of 1st and 31st July 2025. These are indicative rates for formal sector transactions. Exchange rates in the informal or parallel market may vary.
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