(Juba) – The Catholic Church in South Sudan has strongly condemned the killing of Fr. Luka Jumu, a priest from Sudan’s El Obeid Diocese, and his two companions, in the war affected city of El Fasher in Sudan’s Darfur region. The attack took place on Friday, 13 June, and hasContinue Reading
(Juba) – A prominent South Sudanese political activist and former World Bank economist is at the centre of a complex and high stakes legal case in the United States, involving allegations of a planned coup in South Sudan funded through deception and in violation of international arms laws. Peter BiarContinue Reading
(Juba) – A senior delegation from the African Union (AU) has concluded a high level humanitarian assessment mission in South Sudan, following a five day visit to review the country’s response to a growing refugee crisis. The mission led by Ambassador Churchill Ewumbue-Monono comes at a time when South SudanContinue Reading
(Nairobi) – The Embassy of the Republic of South Sudan in Nairobi has announced new procedures for accessing H.E. Ambassador Anthony Kon, Head of Mission, in a move aimed at improving efficiency and ensuring more focused engagement with the South Sudanese community in Kenya. The updated access protocols, shared publiclyContinue Reading
(Nairobi) – A delegation from South Sudan’s Public Accounts Committee (PAC) of the Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) has completed a three day working visit to Mombasa, Kenya, as part of efforts to improve oversight of revenue collection systems that impact the country’s economy. The delegation met with H.E. AmbassadorContinue Reading
(Juba) – A South Sudanese infrastructure company, African Contractor Ltd., has issued a public statement condemning what it describes as unlawful and ongoing actions by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) at Juba International Airport. The company alleges that since 16 May 2025, its operations have been obstructed without legal justification,Continue Reading
(Juba) – Gold prices fell sharply on Friday, marking their lowest point in nearly a month as global geopolitical and trade tensions showed signs of easing. This drop in price is being closely monitored in South Sudan, where gold is increasingly seen as a critical hedge against economic uncertainty andContinue Reading
(Moscow) – Russia’s economy is beginning to unravel under the weight of global sanctions, with rising inflation, dwindling fuel reserves, and a budget in deep deficit, according to Ukraine’s Ministry of Economy. While Moscow grapples with shrinking revenues and severe economic pressures, Ukraine is seeing signs of recovery and growthContinue Reading
(Juba) – President Salva Kiir Mayardit of South Sudan departed Juba on Sunday for an official diplomatic visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), according to a statement from the president’s office. The visit is aimed at deepening economic cooperation and exploring investment opportunities as the country continues efforts toContinue Reading
(Kampala) – The Ugandan government has secured funding of Ush2.17 trillion (approximately $560.2 million) for the construction of its long delayed Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) line from Malaba to Kampala. This marks a major step forward in improving regional transport and trade along the Northern Corridor, with important implications forContinue Reading
