The Daily Podcast: Evening Brief – Wed 29th April, 2026 – Fuel Supply Talks Held in Juba

(JUBA) – Authorities in South Sudan have suspended the operations of a domestic airline, dissolved a county agriculture committee and advanced plans to expand cooperative financing as part of a series of developments affecting transport, farming and the wider economy.

City Link Africa has been ordered to halt operations across the country following a fatal plane crash involving one of its aircraft. The directive was issued on April 29 by the Minister of Transport, who said flights will remain suspended until investigations into the incident are completed.

In Central Equatoria, Morobo County authorities have dissolved the Tractor Management Committee responsible for overseeing government supplied agricultural equipment. The order, issued on April 28, took immediate effect. Officials did not give detailed reasons, but such actions are often linked to concerns over management and accountability in the use of public assets.

In Juba, discussions between the Central Bank and the Ministry of Agriculture focused on strengthening cooperative based economic activity ahead of the planned launch of a national cooperative alliance on May 12. Officials said the initiative is expected to support community enterprises, improve access to finance and boost livelihoods, especially in the agriculture sector.

Separately, government officials and the United Nations Mission in South Sudan held talks on fuel supply challenges, with a focus on improving import processes and ensuring steady availability of petroleum products. The discussions looked at easing bottlenecks, including possible licensing changes and faster procedures, as supply disruptions continue to affect markets and prices.

The Sudan People’s Liberation Movement has also confirmed it will mark the 43rd anniversary of SPLA Day on May 16. The public holiday commemorates the 1983 Bor mutiny that led to the formation of the Sudan People’s Liberation Army and the start of the liberation struggle.

In regional developments, Uganda’s oil sector is moving closer to production, with officials reporting that construction at the Kingfisher oil field is nearly complete. Wells have been drilled and prepared for output following the completion of an earlier drilling phase in February.