(JUBA) – South Sudan has launched its National Rice Development Strategy 2024–2030, aiming to transform the agriculture sector and strengthen food security. The Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security unveiled the strategy on Friday, highlighting rice as a key driver for economic growth and local market development. Deputy Minister LilyContinue Reading
(PIBOR COUNTY) – Prices of local vegetables in Pibor Market have surged following severe flooding that disrupted production and supply from surrounding villages. Authorities say the shortage has pushed up costs, affecting households and small traders across the area. The Minister for Information in Greater Pibor Administrative Area, Jacob Werchum,Continue Reading
(AWEIL NORTH COUNTY) – Authorities in Northern Bahr El Ghazal have launched a move to vaccinate more than 1,500 head of cattle in response to rising reports of animal deaths linked to preventable diseases. The Director General of the State Ministry of Animal Resources and Veterinary Services, Samuel Ajing Uguak,Continue Reading
(JUBA) – A dispute has emerged between the Presidency and the main power provider in the capital after the Ezra Group of Companies rejected an order by President Salva Kiir to reduce electricity tariffs. The President directed tariff cuts last week to ease pressure on households and businesses. Under theContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The Bank of South Sudan has announced a fresh foreign exchange auction aimed at improving confidence in the financial sector and supporting currency stability. The auction will take place on Tuesday 7 October 2025 and will be open to eligible commercial banks across the country. In a publicContinue Reading
(YEI RIVER COUNTY) – A conservation workshop held in Yei River County is being seen not only as an environmental step but also as a possible driver of livelihoods, tourism and resource management. The Enjojo Foundation organised a three day training that brought together 20 participants from Tore and LasuContinue Reading
(JUBA) – Central Equatoria State has approved a 560 million US dollar investment proposal from Global Trading Commodities Group to build cement and steel rebar plants in Kajo Keji County. The investment is equal to about 3.976 trillion South Sudanese Pounds based on the current rate of 7,100 Pounds toContinue Reading
(JUBA) – Bebeto Company has strengthened its support for South Sudanese football with a new sponsorship deal worth 22 million South Sudanese pounds (around $3,100) for the best player of the match in the Premier League. The agreement, made with the South Sudan Football Federation (SSFF), will run through theContinue Reading
(JUBA) – Mobile App Emerges as Key Tool in South Sudan’s Peace and Security Efforts South Sudan is increasingly turning to digital solutions to manage conflict and improve community security, with a locally developed mobile application known as AlertME now being used as an early warning system in several regions.Continue Reading
(WARRAP STATE) – Telecom Expansion in Warrap Gains Momentum as National Government Commits Support The Government of South Sudan has signalled fresh investment in Warrap State’s communication infrastructure, with a pledge to install new telecommunication towers to boost security, trade, and service delivery. The commitment was made by Michael MakueiContinue Reading
