Tali Airport Consultations Begin in Central Equatoria

Tali Airport Consultations Begin in Central Equatoria

2025-12-29

(CENTRAL EQUATORIA STATE, TEREKEKA COUNTY) – Consultations have begun in Terekeka County over a proposal to establish Tali International Airport, marking an early stage in discussions around a major infrastructure project with potential business and economic implications for Central Equatoria State and South Sudan more broadly. The Commissioner of TerekekaContinue Reading

Nimule One Stop Border Post Project Makes Progress With EU Support

Nimule One Stop Border Post Project Makes Progress With EU Support

2025-12-29

(NIMULE) – The European Union funded One Stop Border Post (OSBP) project in Nimule, Eastern Equatoria, is advancing steadily as South Sudan strengthens its position as a regional trade hub. The initiative aims to modernise border operations, facilitate trade with Uganda, and support broader economic growth. A high level meetingContinue Reading

Nimule Mayor Calls for Action on Wildlife Conservation to Boost Economy

Nimule Mayor Calls for Action on Wildlife Conservation to Boost Economy

2025-12-29

(NIMULE) – The Mayor of Nimule Municipality in Eastern Equatoria State, H.W. Caesar Longa Fuli, has called on South Sudan’s National Ministry of Wildlife Conservation and Tourism to strengthen management of wildlife in Nimule National Park and other national parks across the country. In a recent interview with the SouthContinue Reading

Central Bank Chief Returns From Gulf Mission

Central Bank Chief Returns From Gulf Mission

2025-12-29

(JUBA COUNTY) – The Governor of the Bank of South Sudan, Hon. Yeni Samuel Costa, has returned to Juba following an official mission to Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates. The visit forms part of the central bank’s continued engagement with external partners at a time when South Sudan’sContinue Reading

East Africa Trade Balance Tilts Toward Tanzania

East Africa Trade Balance Tilts Toward Tanzania

2025-12-29

(DAR ES SALAAM) – Tanzania is rapidly strengthening its position as a leading supplier within East Africa, a trend that is drawing attention across the region, including in South Sudan. In the first ten months of 2025, Tanzania exported goods worth 2.26 billion United States dollars to Uganda. This levelContinue Reading

Rising Gasoline Prices Challenge South Sudan’s Economy

Rising Gasoline Prices Challenge South Sudan’s Economy

2025-12-20

(JUBA) – South Sudan, along with other African nations, has faced rising fuel costs and energy disruptions in 2025, exposing the economy’s reliance on petroleum imports and regional stability. The Horn of Africa and Central Africa experienced supply bottlenecks, escalating prices and occasional shortages that affected households, businesses, and publicContinue Reading

GPOC Warns Nilepet Staff Recall Risks Oil Production Readiness

GPOC Warns Nilepet Staff Recall Risks Oil Production Readiness

2025-12-20

(JUBA) – Greater Pioneer Operating Company Limited has formally raised concerns over a directive to recall Nilepet staff currently seconded to its operations, warning that the move could affect operational readiness as South Sudan prepares for the resumption of oil production. In a letter addressed to Nilepet Managing Director EmmanuelContinue Reading

Interior Ministry Clarifies Vehicle Insurance System in South Sudan

Interior Ministry Clarifies Vehicle Insurance System in South Sudan

2025-12-19

(JUBA) – The Government of South Sudan has announced changes to how vehicle insurance and registration documents are handled, following a ministerial order issued by the Ministry of Interior. The decision is expected to affect motorists, insurance providers and traffic police across the country. The Acting Minister of Interior, MangarContinue Reading