(YAMBIO, WESTERN EQUATORIA) – A new report has revealed that 92 percent of South Sudanese citizens do not have written wills, leaving families vulnerable to property disputes, exploitation and financial insecurity when a loved one dies. The findings were released at a high level policy dialogue in Yambio organised byContinue Reading
(YAMBIO) – Western Equatoria State is set to end a three year absence of a functioning budget after the arrival of a high level delegation from the National Ministry of Finance and support from the World Bank. A team from Juba, led by Mr Deng Marial Agoc of the NationalContinue Reading
(KAMPALA) – Trade volumes in East Africa continue to grow at a rapid pace, with rising cargo flows across border points such as Busia and Malaba. According to TradeMark Africa, stronger regional infrastructure, higher population demand, and improved trade systems are driving this growth. Anne Nambooze, TradeMark Africa’s Country DirectorContinue Reading
(BUDAPEST, HUNGARY) – Hungary has confirmed it will continue purchasing Russian oil despite pressure from the United States and certain European nations to cut imports. Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó told The Guardian that the country’s energy infrastructure limits options for alternative supplies and dismissed Western European criticism as fanatical. SpeakingContinue Reading
(MOSCOW) – Ukrainian attacks on Russian oil refineries are causing fuel shortages in several regions, according to pro-Kremlin media reports. Michael Bociurkiw, speaking on Frontline, said long queues at gas stations are appearing even during harvest season, posing challenges for agricultural machinery. Most shortages are currently in remote areas, butContinue Reading
(KYIV) – Ukrainian long range missile and drone strikes have hit Russia’s oil refining industry, leaving around 17 percent of its processing capacity damaged and fuelling shortages across the country. The attacks mark a significant escalation in Ukraine’s strategy to weaken the Kremlin’s ability to sustain its war effort. MilitaryContinue Reading
(MOSCOW) – Russian state television has praised Donald Trump’s stance on the media and foreign policy, drawing comparisons between the US president’s positions and Moscow’s own narratives. The remarks were made during the political talk show “Sunday Evening With Vladimir Solovyov,” which frequently echoes the Kremlin’s messaging. Host Vladimir Solovyov,Continue Reading
(SAMARA, RUSSIA) – Ukraine has struck two major Russian oil refineries in Samara and Saratov regions, intensifying pressure on the Kremlin’s most important source of war funding. The attacks, confirmed by Ukrainian officials, caused large fires at the facilities, which produce millions of tonnes of fuel annually and supply theContinue Reading
(BOMA COUNTY) – South Sudan’s Boma National Park has attracted global attention after scientists confirmed the first record of Boutourline’s blue monkey in the country. The finding is seen not only as a conservation success but also as a potential driver for eco-tourism and sustainable business opportunities. The discovery, announcedContinue Reading
(JUBA CITY) – Businesses in Juba have voiced growing concerns over major disruptions caused by road closures linked to the trial of First Vice President Dr Riek Machar. The closures, which took place in the heart of the capital, have led to heavy traffic congestion, school delays and losses forContinue Reading
