(JUBA) – The Bank of South Sudan has released its official daily exchange rate bulletin for Tuesday, 29 July 2025, revealing modest fluctuations across several major foreign currencies when compared to the previous trading day, Monday, 28 July 2025.
These movements suggest continued short-term stability in South Sudan’s foreign exchange market, particularly in the performance of the South Sudanese Pound (SSP) against regional and global currencies.
Key USD Movements
The US Dollar, a cornerstone in South Sudan’s foreign exchange regime, recorded a slight increase in both its buying and selling rates. On 29 July, the USD selling rate stood at SSP 4,596.45 (approx. USD 1 = SSP 4,596.45), a minor rise from SSP 4,592.83 on the previous day. The buying rate also ticked upward from SSP 4,457.08 to SSP 4,460.59. This marginal change reflects a stable but cautious demand for the US Dollar, which remains critical for importers and cross border transactions.
| Currency | 29 July Selling Rate (SSP) | 28 July Selling Rate (SSP) | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| USD | 4,596.45 | 4,592.83 | ▲ 3.62 |
| USD (Buy) | 4,460.59 | 4,457.08 | ▲ 3.51 |
Euro and Pound Sterling Movements
The Euro saw a small drop in value, with the selling rate falling from SSP 5,394.28 to SSP 5,368.19, while the buying rate decreased to SSP 5,208.63 from SSP 5,233.95. Meanwhile, the British Pound showed similar moderation, easing from SSP 6,183.23 to SSP 6,169.35 in the selling category.
These slight adjustments mirror mild market repositioning in response to ongoing macroeconomic dynamics in Europe and global currency trends, though they are unlikely to have significant implications for short term trade or monetary policy in South Sudan.
Regional Currencies See Subtle Movements
Among regional currencies, the Kenyan Shilling (KSH), Ugandan Shilling (UGX) and Ethiopian Birr (ETB) all registered relatively stable values, moving within tight margins. The KSH selling rate shifted only slightly from SSP 35.60 to SSP 35.63, while the UGX inched up from SSP 1.2829 to SSP 1.2839.
The Sudanese Pound (SDG) and Tanzanian Shilling (TZS) followed suit, posting fractional adjustments. The SDG now trades at SSP 7.6774 on the selling side, compared to SSP 7.6720 the previous day.
| Currency | 29 July Selling Rate | 28 July Selling Rate | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| KSH | 35.6314 | 35.6033 | ▲ 0.0281 |
| UGX | 1.2839 | 1.2829 | ▲ 0.0010 |
| SDG | 7.6774 | 7.6720 | ▲ 0.0054 |
| ETB | 33.3609 | 33.1345 | ▲ 0.2264 |
| RWF | 3.1909 | 3.1884 | ▲ 0.0025 |
| TZS | 1.8096 | 1.8082 | ▲ 0.0014 |
Implications for South Sudan’s Economy
While the movements appear modest, they come amid ongoing discussions about currency stability, inflation control and regional economic integration. The SSP’s relative steadiness against major and neighbouring currencies is a sign of cautious optimism in Juba’s financial circles, especially as authorities work to maintain monetary discipline and attract investor confidence.
These figures are crucial for traders, importers, financial institutions and policymakers alike, especially in a dollarised economy like South Sudan, where even marginal exchange rate shifts can have real time impacts on pricing and livelihoods.
Disclaimer
This report is based on the official daily foreign exchange rates published by the Bank of South Sudan. It is intended solely for informational purposes and should not be interpreted as financial or investment advice. For the most accurate and current rates, users are encouraged to visit the official Bank of South Sudan website at www.boss.gov.ss.
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