(JUBA) – U.N. investigators have accused South Sudanese authorities of misusing state funds, including payments of $1.7 billion (SSP 12.07 trillion) to companies linked to Vice President Benjamin Bol Mel for road projects that were largely unfinished. The report by the U.N. Commission on Human Rights in South Sudan highlightsContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The South Sudanese foreign exchange market recorded minor adjustments in official rates this week, with the Central Bank of South Sudan maintaining stability in most major currencies. However, parallel market rates continue to trade significantly higher, reflecting ongoing pressure on the local currency. According to the Bank ofContinue Reading
(BOR, JONGLEI STATE) – Authorities in Bor, the capital of Jonglei State, have launched a security operation following an attack on traders from the Greater Bahr el Ghazal region. The incident occurred on Saturday night in the Panliet suburb, where armed men raided a residential compound and injured several occupants.Continue Reading
(GOGRIAL WEST COUNTY) – Police authorities in Warrap State have arrested eight traders accused of selling banned toxic alcoholic drinks, as the state government continues its crackdown on harmful substances linked to community violence and health risks. The operation, carried out in Gogrial West County, targeted traders who allegedly violatedContinue Reading
(JUBA COUNTY) – More than 70 internally displaced persons (IDPs) living in Mangateen camp in Juba have completed training in soap and shampoo production, equipping them with skills designed to improve self reliance and economic independence. The vocational programme trained participants in producing liquid soap, bar soap and shampoo, withContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The National Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture has restructured its executive leadership, introducing new appointments that bring broader representation and greater inclusion of women into senior decision-making positions. The move follows an administrative order issued by the Chairperson of the Chamber, Losidik Lukak Legge. The order reconstitutesContinue Reading
(JUBA) – South Sudan is entering a period of heightened political and economic uncertainty after President Salva Kiir Mayardit suspended First Vice President Riek Machar Teny and Petroleum Minister Puot Kang Chuol following treason charges. The decision, read out on state television on Thursday evening, has raised alarm across theContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The longstanding alliance between South Sudan and Uganda built on trade, security cooperation and cross border ties is under pressure following deadly clashes along their shared frontier in mid July. On 15 July 2025, Ugandan authorities reported that South Sudanese troops crossed into Fitina Mbaya village in Uganda’sContinue Reading
(JUBA) – Land ownership and property disputes in Juba have once again taken centre stage after the Central Equatoria State Security Committee raised alarm over rising cases of land grabbing and unresolved real estate conflicts. The committee, chaired by Governor Lt. Gen. Rabi Mujung Emmanuel, convened its weekly meeting atContinue Reading
(KAJO KEJI COUNTY) – Safari Travel & Tourism Ltd has announced the launch of a new passenger service connecting Juba to Kajo Keji, offering travellers a faster and more reliable way to move between the two locations. The company said it will operate a 30 seater aircraft on the route,Continue Reading
