(KHARTOUM) – Sudan’s telecommunications regulator has announced that all voice and video calls made through Meta’s WhatsApp will be blocked starting next week, citing concerns over national security in a country already grappling with widespread conflict and disrupted communications infrastructure. The decision, issued by the Telecommunications and Post Regulatory AuthorityContinue Reading
(MANKIEN, UNITY STATE) – Authorities in Unity State have launched a peace and reconciliation conference in Mayom County to address local insecurity and prepare communities for a planned disarmament exercise under the current State of Emergency. The two day forum, known as the Ruadhkeey-Mankien Conference, officially opened on Saturday withContinue Reading
(TONJ SOUTH) – The newly appointed Governor of Warrap State, Bol Wek Agoth, has pledged to enforce a strict policy against incitement to violence as the state officially begins implementing emergency measures aimed at restoring peace and order in the region. The declaration was made on Saturday during the governor’sContinue Reading
(JUBA) – This daily flight guide provides the latest arrivals and departures information for Juba International Airport (JUB/HJJJ), South Sudan’s main aviation gateway. The report includes passenger and cargo flights, aircraft on ground, and route statistics as of Monday, 21 July 2025. All times are local to South Sudan (CentralContinue Reading
(JUBA) – MTN South Sudan has introduced a new Sunday promotion offering free access to its MTN TV platform for mobile subscribers who maintain a minimum airtime balance of SSP 500. The offer is part of a wider effort to promote digital streaming and mobile app engagement in the country.Continue Reading
(JUBA) – A review of official foreign exchange rates published by the Bank of South Sudan (BOSS) shows only minimal changes in the value of the South Sudanese Pound (SSP) between Thursday 18 July and Monday 21 July 2025, suggesting a relatively stable currency environment over the short term. AccordingContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The Bank of South Sudan (BOSS) has published its official exchange rates for Thursday, 21st July 2025, as part of its daily efforts to inform financial institutions, traders, and the public of currency values. According to the published bulletin, the South Sudanese Pound (SSP) is officially trading atContinue Reading
(JUBA) – A new policy paper from the Institute of Social Policy and Research (ISPR) critically examines South Sudan’s proposed 2025–2026 national budget, focusing specifically on the country’s overdependence on oil revenue and how this continues to undermine effective fiscal planning, citizen participation and sustainable development. Authored by Boboya JamesContinue Reading
(YEI) – Residents and local officials in Tore Payam, Yei River County, are raising alarm over a recent increase in snakebite cases, made worse by the continued lack of access to medical treatment in the area. At least three Ambororo pastoralists were reportedly bitten by snakes in recent days, resultingContinue Reading
(KAJO-KEJI) – Despite an official ban issued by the Kajo-Keji County Commissioner last week, illegal logging and timber trading continue unabated in Central Equatoria’s forest rich county. Locals say timber laden trucks are still being spotted moving at night, reportedly crossing into Uganda during daylight hours. Dowki Alison, a residentContinue Reading
