(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) – 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
(WAU) – Authorities in Western Bahr el Ghazal State have intercepted and expelled three trucks transporting over 4,000 cartons of a banned type of alcoholic gin, following a state level decision to prohibit harmful alcohol products. The action comes after a recent resolution by the State Council of Ministers andContinue 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 national Minister of Information, Communication Technology and Postal Services, Michael Makuei Lueth, has received formal reports highlighting major challenges in telecommunications and disaster recovery from Ruweng Administrative Area and Upper Nile State. The reports were presented to the Minister on Tuesday by the respective State Ministers ofContinue 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) – The Bank of South Sudan (BoSS) has introduced a standardised salary tariff system for commercial banks operating in the country, with the aim of improving transparency and consistency in banking services related to employee salary payments. The new framework was issued on 29 July 2025 by the DirectorateContinue Reading
