(JUBA) – South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir Mayardit has made sweeping changes in his administration, removing top officials in the finance, security and petroleum sectors while reinstating two of his most trusted allies Tut Gatluak Manimeh and Barnaba Bak Chol to senior government positions. The major reshuffle, announced through stateContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The Juba City Council has launched a large scale road rehabilitation campaign aimed at improving transport infrastructure, sanitation and public access to essential services across the capital. The initiative is being implemented under the leadership of Mayor Christopher Swaka and his three deputies, in partnership with the GovernmentContinue Reading
(NAIROBI) – Senior Presidential Envoy Adut Kiir has urged African nations and international partners to strengthen regional cooperation and technology sharing to help South Sudan build resilience against flooding and improve food security. Speaking during her visit to the 2025 Africa International Agricultural Expo (AIAE) at the Kenyatta International ConventionContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The Juba Electricity Distribution Company (JEDCO) has officially lowered electricity tariffs for all consumer categories, following a directive from President Salva Kiir aimed at reducing the high cost of power in the capital. The move announced in a statement by JEDCO took effect on 1 November 2025 andContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The National Minister of Trade and Industry, Hon. Atong Kuol Manyang, has returned to South Sudan after attending a series of major international business and economic forums aimed at strengthening trade partnerships and investment ties. According to the Ministry of Trade and Industry, Hon. Atong represented South SudanContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The National Minister of Trade and Industry, Hon. Atong Kuol Manyang, met with the President of the South Sudan Basketball Federation (SSBF), Mr. Luol Deng, in Juba on Friday, 31 October 2025, to explore new opportunities for attracting international investors to South Sudan. The meeting focused on howContinue Reading
(JUBA) – A dispute has emerged between the Presidency and the main power provider in the capital after the Ezra Group of Companies rejected an order by President Salva Kiir to reduce electricity tariffs. The President directed tariff cuts last week to ease pressure on households and businesses. Under theContinue Reading
(JUBA CITY) – South Sudan’s parliament has summoned senior land and housing officials to explain why cemeteries in the capital have been converted into residential plots, leaving Juba with almost no formal burial space. The decision was made after a motion raised by Nyayang Johnson Lok Riek, chairperson of theContinue Reading
(JUBA) – South Sudan Officials Hail China as Key Economic Partner During National Day Celebration Government officials in South Sudan have praised China as a central ally in infrastructure development and economic cooperation during a celebration to mark the 76th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China.Continue Reading
(JUBA) – Parliament Summons Defence Minister Chol Thon Balok Over Soldier and Veteran Welfare Concerns South Sudan’s National Parliament has summoned Defence and Veteran Affairs Minister Chol Thon Balok to explain the worsening living conditions of serving soldiers and former liberation fighters. Lawmakers say the country’s security personnel and warContinue Reading
