(JUBA) – The Bank of South Sudan (BOSS) will hold a foreign exchange auction on Monday, 4 August 2025, giving commercial banks a chance to buy US Dollars directly from the Central Bank. The auction is part of a wider plan to make the currency market more open and transparent,Continue Reading
(JUBA) – The Bank of South Sudan sold $2 million in its latest foreign exchange auction held on 31 July 2025, attracting strong demand from the country’s commercial banks, which submitted total bids worth $12.1 million. This sixth auction in the 2025 series drew participation from 14 commercial banks, thoughContinue 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) – The official foreign exchange rates published by the Bank of South Sudan at the end of July 2025 show that the South Sudanese Pound (SSP) remained relatively stable throughout the month. There were only minor changes against major international and regional currencies, offering some confidence to businesses, traders,Continue Reading
(JUBA) – Intra-African trade surged to $220.3 billion in 2024, marking a 12.4 percent increase compared to the previous year, according to the latest trade report by the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank). This significant growth follows a 5.9 percent contraction in 2023 and reflects renewed economic momentum across the continent.Continue Reading
(JUBA) – Market prices across South Sudan showed a slight national decline between June and July 2025, but a closer analysis reveals that this drop masks sharp regional disparities, with several states experiencing dramatic price surges. Bor South in Jonglei State, Twic County in Warrap State, and Fangak County inContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The Bank of South Sudan (BOSS) has announced a formal invitation for commercial banks to participate in a new foreign exchange auction, scheduled for Thursday, 31 July 2025. This step represents a significant attempt by the central bank to reassert control over the currency market and restore confidenceContinue Reading
(JUBA) – South Sudan currently has the lowest average national rice price among select East African countries, according to the latest regional market analysis, despite facing ongoing economic instability and inflationary pressures. A review of rice prices across the region for July 2025 reveals that South Sudan, with an averageContinue Reading
(JUBA) – South Sudan quietly marked its 14th anniversary of independence on July 9 without public celebrations for the 11th consecutive year. As the nation continues to face prolonged economic hardship, largely driven by the collapse in oil revenues and the ongoing conflict in neighbouring Sudan, the subdued observance reflectedContinue Reading
(JUBA) – South Sudan’s Minister of Finance and Planning, Dr Marial Dongrin Ater, on Wednesday met with a delegation from the World Bank to discuss enhanced cooperation on development programmes and institutional capacity building in the country. The World Bank team was led by Maryam Salim, the Country Director forContinue Reading
