(JUBA) – The Embassy of the Republic of South Sudan in Nairobi has launched a new initiative to register South Sudanese business owners and investors operating in Kenya. The programme, led by the Embassy’s Trade and Investment Section, aims to strengthen trade cooperation, address challenges and create opportunities for SouthContinue Reading
(MAGWI COUNTY) – Magwi College of Agribusiness and Management Sciences (MCAMS) held its first graduation ceremony on Saturday, awarding diplomas to 37 students who completed a three year programme. The college, approved by the South Sudan government on 20 February 2019 and affiliated with the University of Juba, focuses onContinue Reading
The Government of South Sudan has successfully reached an out of court settlement with a group of 32 hotel operators, putting an end to a legal dispute involving over $60 million in unpaid bills for hosting government-affiliated guests. The hotels had taken legal action against the National Transitional Committee (NTC),Continue Reading
(JUBA) – The leadership of the Central Equatoria State Insurance Commission, led by Commissioner Hon. Juma Stephen Lugga, briefed Governor Lt. Gen. Rabi Mujung Emmanuel on Monday about the institution’s progress, operational framework and key challenges. Governor Mujung praised the Commission for its work in promoting financial security and assuredContinue Reading
(TORIT COUNTY) – A United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) peacekeeping unit from Bangladesh has cleared a major road obstruction on the Torit–Liria supply route, restoring a key lifeline for trade and humanitarian assistance in Eastern Equatoria State. According to UNMISS, two commercial trucks had become stranded on theContinue Reading
(DUBAI) – Four South Sudanese teenagers have designed and built a robot that collects plastic waste from water bodies, marking a rare innovation achievement from the country’s youth. The robot, named Ramceil Botics, was unveiled at the First Global Challenge in Dubai, where it gained international attention. The invention wasContinue Reading
(JUBA) – Vice President Dr. Benjamin Bol Mel has returned to Juba after a three day working visit to the United Arab Emirates. Dr. Bol Mel and his delegation were welcomed at Juba International Airport by senior government officials, including the Minister of Finance and Planning, Dr. Marial Dongrin Ater,Continue Reading
(JUBA) – The Bank of South Sudan (BOSS) has released the latest official exchange rates for Monday, 18th August 2025. The South Sudanese Pound (SSP) continues to exhibit stability against major international and regional currencies, with only minor day-to-day fluctuations observed. According to the official BOSS rates, the US DollarContinue Reading
(JUBA) – MTN Group Limited, a leading pan African mobile operator, reported strong financial and operational performance for the first half of 2025, driven by growth across its African markets, including South Sudan. The company serves 298 million customers in 16 countries and has highlighted gains in service revenue, dataContinue Reading
(JUBA) – Entrepreneurs in East Africa, including South Sudan, are set to benefit from a new $10 million (46 billion SSP) Swedish-backed digital start-up fund targeting technology ventures across the region. The fund will focus on Tanzania, Rwanda, Uganda, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and South Sudan, aiming to strengthenContinue Reading
