(JUBA) – South Sudan has launched a new mine action programme backed by the Government of Japan in a move aimed at strengthening national capacity to clear explosive remnants of war and open more land for farming, transport and development. The initiative was formally launched at the headquarters of theContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The Ministry of Health has approved plans to upgrade two maternity facilities in Warrap State following reports of rising health concerns among communities recovering from displacement and disease outbreaks. Health Minister Sarah Cleto Rial confirmed the move after meeting Warrap Governor Bol Wek Agoth in Juba. The governorContinue Reading
(JUBA CITY) – South Sudan is accelerating its preparations to join the World Trade Organization as part of broader plans to improve trade access, attract foreign investment and support local manufacturing. National Minister of Trade and Industry Atong Kuol Manyang on Monday briefed Vice President Benjamin Bol Mel, who chairsContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The Bank of South Sudan has asked journalists to take a leading role in explaining new financial policies to the public as the country prepares to roll out major changes in its banking system. In a media engagement held on 29 September 2025, the Central Bank brought togetherContinue Reading
(JUBA) – A growing number of women in South Sudan are moving from aid dependency to small scale entrepreneurship, following an International Trade Centre initiative that has trained nearly two hundred survivors of conflict related violence in farming, soap making and retail business management. The programme launched in October 2024Continue Reading
(HONG KONG) – Authorities in Hong Kong have officially renewed United Nations sanctions against South Sudan, enforcing travel bans, financial restrictions and arms controls with immediate effect. The new rules were published in the government gazette on Thursday under the United Nations Sanctions (South Sudan) Regulation 2019 (Amendment) Regulation 2025.Continue Reading
(MAGWI COUNTY) – Police in Magwi have launched a fresh crackdown on underage gambling and night entertainment, warning lottery and casino operators against allowing minors to take part in such activities. The Inspector of Police, Major General Pio Otto Millo Charles, announced that the operation would begin on Friday, SeptemberContinue Reading
(PIBOR) – Traders in Pibor town are facing major losses after floods submerged 58 shops, cutting off the market from residents and disrupting the flow of goods. Officials from the Greater Pibor Administrative Area confirmed the destruction on Thursday, saying heavy rainfall has left many traders without stock and residentsContinue Reading
(TORIT) – Governor Louis Lobong Lojore has launched a major community engagement initiative to rehabilitate the Torit-Kapoeta road, a key transport corridor in Eastern Equatoria State. The project aims to improve connectivity, support trade, and enhance access for local communities. The launch took place on 24 September 2025 at IlieuContinue Reading
(TORIT) – The South Sudan Law Society has called on the Eastern Equatoria State Ministry of Housing, Lands and Public Utilities to strengthen transparency in land allocations and registrations. The appeal was made during a roundtable dialogue in Torit that brought together government officials, community leaders, parliamentarians and civil societyContinue Reading
