(AWEIL, NORTHERN BAHR EL GHAZAL) – The Northern Bahr el Ghazal State Ministry of Finance has presented a 40.5 billion South Sudanese Pounds (SSP) budget proposal for the 2025 to 2026 financial year, outlining significant allocations for education, health and infrastructure. At the current market exchange rate of $1 toContinue Reading
(PANRIENG, RUWENG ADMINISTRATIVE AREA) – The Chief Administrator of the Ruweng Administrative Area, Stephano Wieu de Mialek, has called for stronger action on environmental protection and greater investment in community infrastructure during a meeting with the Transitional National Legislative Assembly Specialized Committee on Petroleum. The meeting, held on Tuesday, focusedContinue Reading
(JUBA) – South Sudan has taken part in global and regional meetings aimed at improving food safety and strengthening consumer protection, with senior officials representing the country in Rome and Juba this week. The National Bureau of Standards said these engagements support national efforts to ensure that only safe andContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The Embassy of India in Juba has announced that nine South Sudanese citizens will soon travel to India to take part in a series of professional training courses under the Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation program. Officials say the initiative is part of India’s continued support to developContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The Central Bank of South Sudan (BoSS) has officially welcomed Hon. Yeni Samuel Costa as its new Governor, marking a new phase in the country’s efforts to strengthen its financial and monetary systems. In a message of congratulations, the Bank’s Board of Directors, management, and staff expressed confidenceContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The Central Bank of South Sudan (BoSS) has opened a two day workshop aimed at validating the country’s financial sector strategy under the Strengthening South Sudan Financial Sector (3SF) project supported by the World Bank. The workshop began today Wednesday at the BoSS headquarters in Juba and broughtContinue Reading
(TEREKEKA COUNTY) – The National Ministry of Roads and Bridges has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the China Road and Bridge Corporation to carry out a feasibility study for the construction of Tali International Airport in Terekeka County, Central Equatoria. Minister of Roads, Simon Majok Mijak, confirmed theContinue Reading
(PIERI, UROR COUNTY) – Flights to Pieri in Jonglei State have been suspended after fighting broke out on Monday between two rival factions of the Sudan People’s Liberation Army In Opposition (SPLA-IO). Local authorities say the suspension is likely to affect the movement of goods, humanitarian supplies and business travelContinue Reading
(JUBA) – South Sudan has expressed support for a regional initiative to create a single communication area across East African Community (EAC) member states. The move aims to reduce the high cost of cross border calls and improve connectivity for citizens and businesses in the region. The Minister of Information,Continue Reading
(BOR, JONGLEI STATE) – The Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation, Hon. James Mawich Makuach, has officially inaugurated the Bor Urban Water Supply System in Bor Town, Jonglei State, marking a major milestone in efforts to expand access to safe and reliable drinking water across South Sudan. The inauguration, heldContinue Reading
