(JUBA) – India is strengthening its role as a leading destination for South Sudanese seeking medical treatment abroad, following a health awareness seminar held in Juba by the Embassy of India in partnership with Medicover Hospitals of Hyderabad. The event took place during the Seva Pakhwada period from 15 SeptemberContinue Reading
Trial of Machar Sparks Questions Over Stability and Business Confidence in South Sudan (JUBA) – The trial of South Sudan’s First Vice President, Dr Riek Machar, has been adjourned after his defence team raised a formal objection to the legality of the Special Court set up to hear his case.Continue Reading
(JUBA) – The South Sudanese pound continues to face pressure in the parallel market, where the United States dollar is trading at around SSP 6,800 to SSP 7,000, far above the Bank of South Sudan’s official rate of SSP 4,656.21 for selling and SSP 4,518.59 for buying. This growing gapContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The European Union has pledged continued support for South Sudan’s sports sector, highlighting its role in promoting peace, social cohesion, and youth engagement. Speaking at the inauguration of the National Olympic Committee (NOC) Executive Board in Juba, Lothar Jaschke, Deputy Head of the EU Delegation, said sport offersContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The criminal trial of South Sudan’s suspended vice president, Dr Riek Machar, began in the capital on Monday. The former first vice president faces treason and other serious charges, amid growing concerns over media freedom and transparency. Machar has been under house arrest since March. His public appearanceContinue Reading
(JUBA) – South Sudan has stepped up its engagement with international partners as the country looks to strengthen health systems, expand agricultural development and advance long term economic and social reforms. On 15 September 2025, Health Minister Sarah Cleto Rial held a high level meeting in Juba with a delegationContinue Reading
(KAPOETA, EASTERN EQUATORIA) – Boda boda riders in Kapoeta town have received funding worth 7,460,000 South Sudanese Pounds (about 1,051 US dollars) to support peace awareness and community outreach programmes. The funds were handed over on Thursday by the Kapoeta Municipal Council in partnership with the Integrated Community Peace andContinue Reading
(JUBA) – South Sudan held its first Real Estate Summit on 18 and 19 September in Juba, drawing government leaders, investors, banks, developers and international partners to examine the opportunities and risks facing the country’s young property sector. The two day event, organised by Smart Properties Limited under the themeContinue Reading
(EASTERN EQUATORIA) – The Juba–Nadapal road project, a key route linking South Sudan to Kenya, is making steady progress despite fuel shortages and other challenges. The project, launched on 4 September 2025 by the Ministry of Roads and Bridges, is expected to ease the return of South Sudanese refugees fromContinue Reading
(CAPE TOWN) – Canadian mining company B2Gold has announced its 2025 gold production guidance at 970,000 to 1,075,000 ounces, with the majority coming from its African operations in Mali and Namibia. The company is advancing these projects to strengthen its position in Africa’s gold market and to unlock further value.Continue Reading
