(JUBA) – The Bank of South Sudan sold $2 million in its latest foreign exchange auction held on 31 July 2025, attracting strong demand from the country’s commercial banks, which submitted total bids worth $12.1 million. This sixth auction in the 2025 series drew participation from 14 commercial banks, thoughContinue Reading
(JUBA) – Juba International Airport (JUB/HJJJ), South Sudan’s busiest and most strategic air transport facility, continues to connect the country to key regional destinations with a reliable mix of commercial and charter flights. On Thursday, 31 July 2025, several airlines are operating scheduled services to and from regional hubs includingContinue Reading
(DODOMA) – Tanzania’s new decision to restrict foreigners from operating in 15 designated business sectors has triggered concern across the East African Community (EAC), with observers warning it could weaken the region’s economic integration and impact nationals from member states. On 29 July, Tanzania’s Minister of Industry and Trade, SelemaniContinue Reading
(NAIROBI) – Ruto and Museveni Call for Removal of Trade Barriers in East Africa, Highlight Opportunities for South Sudan Kenyan President William Ruto and Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni have jointly raised concerns about persistent trade restrictions among member states of the East African Community (EAC), warning that such barriers areContinue Reading
(NAIROBI) – Israel Launches Regional Trade Chamber to Deepen Economic Ties with South Sudan and East Africa Israel has officially launched the East Africa-Israel Chamber of Commerce in Nairobi to promote deeper trade and economic cooperation with countries across the East African region, including South Sudan. The new chamber isContinue Reading
(JUBA) – A new report has raised concern over the declining state of Sudan’s oil and gas sector, warning of long term economic and political risks that could affect the wider East African region, including South Sudan. The “Sudan Oil and Gas Strategic Analysis and Outlook to 2032,” released byContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The official foreign exchange rates published by the Bank of South Sudan at the end of July 2025 show that the South Sudanese Pound (SSP) remained relatively stable throughout the month. There were only minor changes against major international and regional currencies, offering some confidence to businesses, traders,Continue Reading
(WAU) – Authorities in Western Bahr el Ghazal State have intercepted and expelled three trucks transporting over 4,000 cartons of a banned type of alcoholic gin, following a state level decision to prohibit harmful alcohol products. The action comes after a recent resolution by the State Council of Ministers andContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR) has welcomed a generous 1 million Canadian Dollar donation from The Slaight Family Foundation to support displaced women and girls in South Sudan. The two-year funding will help restore essential services that have been disrupted due to a sharp reduction in globalContinue Reading
(JUBA) – South Sudan has indicated its willingness to receive additional deportees from the United States, according to reports based on diplomatic communications and sources familiar with the ongoing discussions. The move was communicated to the administration of US President Donald Trump, with South Sudan reportedly expressing openness to cooperateContinue Reading
