(PYONGYANG / KURSK REGION, RUSSIA – ) – North Korea has significantly reduced its supply of artillery shells to Russia this year, largely due to the depletion of its own stockpiles, while simultaneously beginning mass production of FPV drones for combat operations. This was reported by Vadym Skibitsky, Deputy HeadContinue Reading
(DONBASS, UKRAINE) – Russia is facing increasing challenges on the battlefield as the conflict in Ukraine enters the winter months. Reports indicate that Russian forces have suffered approximately 135,000 casualties, including killed and wounded soldiers, although the true figure may be higher. This level of attrition represents a significant strainContinue Reading
(KYIV, UKRAINE) – Ukraine has carried out a series of long range strikes against key Russian oil and military facilities, hitting targets in Novorossiysk, Saratov and Voronezh at the same time Russia launched another night of air attacks on Ukrainian cities. According to Ukrainian sources, a major oil terminal inContinue Reading
(BOMA, EASTERN EQUATORIA) – Five young people from local communities have begun a six month practical training programme with African Parks (AP) in Boma National Park to gain hands on experience in building, welding and electrical work. The initiative is part of African Parks’ ongoing effort to equip youth withContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The former Commissioner General of the South Sudan Revenue Authority (SSRA), Simon Akuei Deng, has called on staff and lobbyists to refrain from early political manoeuvring while welcoming the new NRA Commissioner General, William Anyuon Kuol. Speaking during the reception ceremony on Thursday, Akuei urged employees to giveContinue Reading
(JUBA) – William Anyuon Kuol officially assumed office as the new Commissioner General of the South Sudan Revenue Authority (SSRA) on Friday, pledging to strengthen non-oil revenue collection and increase transparency in remitting funds to the government treasury. Speaking at the SSRA headquarters, Anyuon emphasised the importance of efficiency andContinue Reading
(JUBA COUNTY) – South Sudan has officially confirmed it has requested $2.5 billion (SSP 17 trillion) in oil backed loans from two international companies operating in the country, according to the Ministry of Petroleum. The request includes $1 billion (SSP 7 trillion) from India’s ONGC Videsh and $1.5 billion (SSPContinue Reading
(MOMBASA) – Thousands of containers destined for South Sudan remain stuck at the Port of Mombasa after new Kenyan tax rules and strict storage limits disrupted trade, risking losses of millions of dollars for local importers. Hamid Abdellatif, a clearance agent for South Sudanese importers, told media that traders areContinue Reading
(BALIENT COUNTY, UPPER NILE) – At least 57 people were killed and 65 others injured this Friday in an armed attack on residents of Adong Payam, Baliet County, in the Upper Nile State of South Sudan. Local commissioner Joseph Deng told media that a group of armed men crossed fromContinue Reading
(KAMPALA) – The East African Development Bank (EADB) has shifted its lending to East African Community (EAC) member states from US dollars to local currencies in a move aimed at boosting growth, reducing loan costs and limiting non-performing loans. The bank’s strategy involves currency swap agreements to provide borrowers withContinue Reading
