Parliament Blocks Motion to Summon Vice President Bol Mel Over Economic Mismanagement

Parliament Blocks Motion to Summon Vice President Bol Mel Over Economic Mismanagement

2025-09-16

(JUBA) – South Sudan’s Transitional National Legislative Assembly has rejected a motion to summon Vice President for the Economic Cluster, Dr Benjamin Bol Mel Akol, over allegations of corruption, abuse of office and economic mismanagement. The motion was tabled on 26 August 2025 by Machok Majong Jong, a lawmaker fromContinue Reading

Banking Withdrawal Restrictions Impact Daily Life in Juba City

Banking Withdrawal Restrictions Impact Daily Life in Juba City

2025-09-16

(JUBA) – Banks in South Sudan are facing a serious liquidity problem, leaving many customers frustrated as they queue for hours only to receive small amounts of cash far below their approved withdrawal limits. Several account holders told Jakony.com® that banks are limiting withdrawals to 100,000 South Sudanese Pounds (SSP),Continue Reading

Co-op Bank Warns Against Sharing Banking Details

Co-op Bank Warns Against Sharing Banking Details

2025-09-16

(JUBA COUNTY) – Co-operative Bank of South Sudan Warns Customers Against Fraudulent Calls The Co-operative Bank of South Sudan has issued a strong advisory to customers urging them not to share their banking details with anyone, stressing that the bank will never request such information by phone. In its latestContinue Reading

JEDCO Warns Customers Against Giving Tips or Gifts to Staff

JEDCO Warns Customers Against Giving Tips or Gifts to Staff

2025-09-16

(JUBA COUNTY) – Electricity Firm Warns Against Informal Payments The Juba Electricity Distribution Company (JEDCO) has issued a strong reminder to customers that its staff are not permitted to accept tips, gifts, or any form of inducement for services provided. The company says the notice is part of its commitmentContinue Reading

Farmers’ Cooperatives Expand Across Counties in South Sudan

Farmers’ Cooperatives Expand Across Counties in South Sudan

2025-09-16

(JUBA COUNTY) – Cooperatives Strengthen South Sudan’s Rural Economy and Food Security The National Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security, in partnership with UNDP South Sudan, the International Cooperative Alliance, and other development organisations, has marked International Cooperatives Day 2025 with a focus on how collective action is supporting theContinue Reading

Billions from South Sudanese Oil Misspent on Roads (REPORT)

Billions from South Sudanese Oil Misspent on Roads (REPORT)

2025-09-16

(JUBA) – U.N. investigators have accused South Sudanese authorities of misusing state funds, including payments of $1.7 billion (SSP 12.07 trillion) to companies linked to Vice President Benjamin Bol Mel for road projects that were largely unfinished. The report by the U.N. Commission on Human Rights in South Sudan highlightsContinue Reading

Parallel Dollar Hits 7,000 SSP as Official Rates Show Minimal Change

Parallel Dollar Hits 7,000 SSP as Official Rates Show Minimal Change

2025-09-15

(JUBA) – The South Sudanese foreign exchange market recorded minor adjustments in official rates this week, with the Central Bank of South Sudan maintaining stability in most major currencies. However, parallel market rates continue to trade significantly higher, reflecting ongoing pressure on the local currency. According to the Bank ofContinue Reading

Co-operative Bank Pledges Stronger Backing for Cooperatives in South Sudan

Co-operative Bank Pledges Stronger Backing for Cooperatives in South Sudan

2025-09-15

(JUBA) – The Co-operative Bank of South Sudan has reaffirmed its role as a key partner in the country’s cooperative movement while highlighting a range of new services and initiatives designed to support businesses, families and communities across the country. Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Elijah Wamalwa represented theContinue Reading