(JUBA) – South Sudan’s economy remains heavily reliant on oil revenues, with little diversification. To meet budget shortfalls, the government frequently seeks loans from international financial institutions such as the World Bank and IMF, as well as from bilateral partners. Recently, the Bank of South Sudan signed a Memorandum ofContinue Reading
South Sudan–Djibouti Deal: A Strategic Lifeline By Malek Deng Arop 1. Strategic Significance For South Sudan, a landlocked nation: Gains an alternative to Port Sudan, diversifying sea access options. Potentially reduces dependency on unstable transit routes through Sudan, especially amid Sudan’s political and security crises. Strengthens its ambition to becomeContinue Reading
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(JUBA) – South Sudan’s banking system, taxation regime and revenue collection continue to suffer from weak institutional links to the Central Bank, fragmented taxation, corruption, border leakages and constant reshuffles. Below is a practical blueprint for action. What the data showsForeign exchange and inflation shocks have repeatedly eroded purchasing power.Continue Reading
(TOKYO) – Japan and South Sudan have reaffirmed their cooperation following high level talks at the Ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD 9), where Japan outlined plans to increase support for Africa’s critical mineral development and strengthen bilateral ties with South Sudan. The three day conference, which openedContinue Reading
(WAU) – Wau Airport, serving Western Bahr el Ghazal State, continues to provide vital air links for South Sudan’s north-western regions. Its scheduled services mainly connect Wau with Juba, supporting domestic travel, trade, and humanitarian operations. Below is the updated schedule for arrivals and departures on Saturday, 23 August 2025,Continue Reading
(MALAKAL) – Malakal International Airport, the main gateway to Upper Nile State and one of South Sudan’s busiest airports outside the capital, continues to play a vital role in connecting the country’s northern regions to Juba and beyond. Below is the updated schedule of today’s arrivals and departures for Saturday,Continue Reading
(JUBA) – Juba International Airport, the busiest gateway in South Sudan, continues to handle a steady flow of passenger and cargo flights connecting the country to major cities across Africa and beyond. Below is today’s updated schedule of arrivals and departures for Saturday, 23 August 2025, alongside key operational informationContinue Reading
(ADJUMANI DISTRICT, UGANDA) – Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) on Thursday, 21 August 2025, forcefully expelled South Sudanese cattle belonging mainly to the Dinka Bor community from Adjumani District, sending the animals back across the border into South Sudan. South Sudanese herder Daniel Khang Garang said UPDF soldiers ordered allContinue Reading
President Salva Kiir Mayardit has officially sworn in several senior government officials at a ceremony held at the State House in Juba. The President directed the newly appointed officials to collaborate in order to stabilise the economy and enhance services for the people of South Sudan. Key appointments include AdutContinue Reading
(CENTRAL EQUATORIA) – Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) has unveiled plans to build a new health facility in Sunyu village, Kajo-Keji County, in response to the recent clashes that have caused significant displacements in the region. The facility is set to serve internally displaced persons (IDPs) as well as host communitiesContinue Reading
