(JUBA COUNTY) – A member of South Sudan’s national parliament has called on the government to urgently repair the Juba–Lainya–Yei–Kaya Road, citing its deteriorating condition and the impact on trade and transport. Dusman Joyce James Lesuk, MP for Lainya County, addressed the issue in parliament on Wednesday, urging lawmakers toContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The outgoing Governor of the Bank of South Sudan, Hon. Dr. Addis Ababa Othow Akongdit, has expressed his gratitude to President Salva Kiir Mayardit for the opportunity to serve as the head of the country’s central bank, describing his tenure as a period of growth, reform, and renewedContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The South Sudan Revenue Authority (SSRA) has expressed deep appreciation to its outgoing Commissioner General, Hon. Simon Akuei Deng, for his leadership and contribution to improving the country’s revenue collection system. During his tenure, Mr Akuei led a number of key reforms aimed at improving tax compliance, modernisingContinue Reading
(JUBA) – South Sudan’s business and financial sectors were on alert on Wednesday following a major political and economic shake up announced by President Salva Kiir Mayardit. The president issued a series of Republican Decrees that removed key economic figures from their posts, including Vice President Dr Benjamin Bol Mel,Continue Reading
(NEW YORK) – The United Kingdom has voiced deep concern over the worsening political and humanitarian conditions in South Sudan, calling on the transitional government in Juba to recommit to inclusive dialogue and uphold its obligations under the Revitalised Peace Agreement. Speaking at the United Nations Security Council in NewContinue Reading
(JUBA) – South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir has dismissed Eng. Chol Thon Abel from his role as Undersecretary in the Ministry of Petroleum, only one week after appointing him. The announcement was made on Monday night by the state broadcaster, the South Sudan Broadcasting Corporation. No explanation was provided. Eng.Continue Reading
(JUBA) – The Government of South Sudan has expressed renewed commitment to promoting the participation of women in the country’s media sector as part of its broader political transition. The statement was delivered by Deputy Minister of Information, Communication Technology and Postal Services, Hon. David Yauyau Jangkuoh, during a workshopContinue Reading
(RUMBEK, LAKES STATE) – A civil society leader has urged President Salva Kiir to appoint a woman as South Sudan’s next Minister of Finance, arguing that female leadership could bring accountability and restore public confidence in a ministry long dominated by men. Angelina Adhel Malual, chairperson of the Civil SocietyContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The Chairperson of the Parliamentary Committee on Finance and Planning, Michael Ayuen, has expressed concern over continued delays in submitting the national budget to parliament. Mr Ayuen said the budget bill is expected to be presented to the National Legislature for approval before the start of the fiscalContinue Reading
(JUBA) – President Salva Kiir Mayardit has once again reshuffled his administration, dismissing Finance Minister Athian Diing Athian and several senior officials, while bringing back key allies to influential positions in both the economic and security sectors. The changes, announced on state television on Monday, mark the eighth time theContinue Reading
