(JUBA COUNTY) – President Salva Kiir Mayardit issued a new series of presidential decrees on Wednesday, removing and appointing senior government officials, lawmakers, and diplomats, with many changes affecting members of the SPLM-In Opposition (SPLM-IO). In the Ministry of Finance, Kiir relieved Bech George Anyak from his post as DeputyContinue Reading
The South Sudan Civil Aviation Authority (SSCAA) has recently announced a series of internal transfers and promotions that will impact key positions within the organization. These changes are aimed at enhancing efficiency, accountability, and operational standards at airports and airstrips across the country. Approved by the SSCAA Board of DirectorsContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The Ministry of Health and the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the aim of enhancing healthcare services throughout South Sudan. The agreement, signed on Thursday in Juba, is expected to strengthen cooperation in addressing challenges that hinder access toContinue Reading
Police authorities in Aweil East County of Northern Bahr el Ghazal State have detained an individual suspected of being responsible for the recent killing of a trader and the theft of over three million South Sudanese Pounds. Acting Police Commissioner for Northern Bahr el Ghazal State, Major General Mayom Riak,Continue Reading
The Electoral Committee of the South Sudan Football Federation (SSFF) has finalised the list of candidates vying for leadership of the federation from 2025 to 2029. A press conference held at the SSFF headquarters in Juba on Friday, August 8, revealed that Kamal John and Teng Deng have been excludedContinue 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) – Residents of Juba’s Hai Referendum and Gumbo-Shirikat neighbourhoods have appealed to the government and humanitarian organisations for urgent intervention after recent heavy rains caused widespread flooding, damaging homes and displacing families. The appeal follows days of rainfall that overwhelmed drainage systems and left homes submerged, particularly in low-lyingContinue Reading
(OBBO) – The Obbo Community in Magwi County in Eastern Equatoria State has lifted a controversial local bylaw that previously restricted buyers from purchasing agricultural produce directly from farmers. The bylaw, introduced by a group of traders and rate collectors, had imposed a queue system that particularly affected buyers usingContinue Reading
