(NAIROBI) – Trade between South Sudan and Kenya weakened in the third quarter of 2025, even as Kenya recorded modest overall export growth driven by stronger demand from other African markets, according to new official data. Figures released by the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics show that Kenya’s export earningsContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The leadership of the Bank of South Sudan (BoSS) called for stronger teamwork and stricter policy discipline during a high-level meeting held on Monday, 5 January 2026. Directors General and Department Directors attended the session, which focused on improving the implementation of monetary policy and internal governance. TheContinue Reading
(KYIV, UKRAINE) – Ukrainian Forces Record 211 Combat Engagements Amid Ongoing Russian Invasion The 1411th day of Russia’s fullscale invasion of Ukraine has commenced. Over the past day, enemy forces initiated 211 combat clashes and deployed more than 4800 kamikaze drones in attacks. Ukrainian defence forces also documented over 2700Continue Reading
(NAIROBI) – The Kenya Revenue Authority has announced plans to sell large consignments of sugar originally destined for South Sudan through a public online auction scheduled for February 9 to 13, 2026. The move follows the failure by importers to clear and remove the goods from customs custody within theContinue Reading
(KYIV) – Ukraine wants peace but will not accept an outcome that ends its own statehood, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said, stressing that only sustained pressure can compel Russia to stop its war. Speaking in his New Year address, Zelenskyy said the conflict has continued for 1407 days and that UkrainiansContinue Reading
Jake Broe Q and A Reviews US Politics, NATO Readiness and the War in Ukraine Infographic: Army Sizes of NATO, Russia, and Ukraine (WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA) – Ukrainian affairs commentator Jake Broe has addressed a wide range of questions on United States politics, NATO’s military readiness and theContinue Reading
(NAIROBI) – South Sudan has used a major United Nations environment forum to call for increased international financing and investment to support its environmental and climate resilience priorities, as climate related risks continue to affect the country’s economy and livelihoods. The seventh session of the United Nations Environment Assembly, knownContinue Reading
(JUBA) – MTN South Sudan has reported significant progress in network expansion, digital services and stakeholder engagement following a series of major industry awards. The company said the recognition reflects growing confidence in its investment strategy and its role in supporting South Sudan’s digital economy. Chief Executive Officer Mapula BodibeContinue Reading
(KYIV) – Ukrainian security agencies have confirmed that a tanker linked to Russia’s so called shadow fleet was struck in the Black Sea on 10 December. According to sources cited by UNN, the Sea Baby naval drones deployed by the Security Service of Ukraine and the Ukrainian Navy hit theContinue Reading
( KYIV, UKRAINE ) – The Ukrainian Cabinet of Ministers is required to submit a draft law on individual entrepreneurs and value-added tax to the Verkhovna Rada as part of the International Monetary Fund’s conditions for a new programme. The law aims to make VAT registration mandatory from January 1Continue Reading
