(AWEIL) – A dispute within Northern Bahr el Ghazal State business circles has drawn national attention after conflicting decisions by two state ministries over the leadership of the Chamber of Commerce, raising wider questions about governance and regulatory clarity in South Sudan’s private sector. The controversy began on January 2,Continue Reading
(JUBA) – MTN South Sudan has reinforced its role in the country’s sports economy and digital infrastructure by recognising top performers in the South Sudan Premier League and by expanding its 4G plus network coverage to Wadweil in Northern Bahr el Ghazal State. The company marked the twelfth week ofContinue Reading
(JUBA) – South Sudan has secured 52.5 million United States Dollars in climate funding to strengthen resilience in flood-prone areas, the government announced on 3 December 2025. The funding package includes 50 million USD from the Green Climate Fund (GCF) and 2.5 million USD from co-financing partners, according to MinisterContinue Reading
(AWEIL, NORTHERN BAHR EL GHAZAL) – The Northern Bahr el Ghazal State Ministry of Finance has presented a 40.5 billion South Sudanese Pounds (SSP) budget proposal for the 2025 to 2026 financial year, outlining significant allocations for education, health and infrastructure. At the current market exchange rate of $1 toContinue Reading
(AWEIL NORTH COUNTY) – Authorities in Northern Bahr El Ghazal have launched a move to vaccinate more than 1,500 head of cattle in response to rising reports of animal deaths linked to preventable diseases. The Director General of the State Ministry of Animal Resources and Veterinary Services, Samuel Ajing Uguak,Continue Reading
(AWEIL) – Police in Northern Bahr El Ghazal have detained seven suspects accused of breaking into Raandit Money Transfer, a financial service company operating in Aroyo, the county headquarters of Aweil. According to Police Inspector Moses Akuar, the incident occurred on Tuesday night when unidentified persons forced their way intoContinue Reading
(AWEIL) – Authorities in Northern Bahr el Ghazal State have demanded justice following a violent attack on traders from the state operating in Bor, Jonglei. The incident took place in Bor’s Panliet suburb and has left several traders injured and millions of pounds in losses. Acting Information Minister Dominic KangContinue Reading
(AWEIL) – The Governor of Northern Bahr El Ghazal State, Simon Ober Mawut, has called on newly appointed officials of the State Revenue Authority to strengthen domestic revenue mobilisation and ensure accountability in the management of public finances. Governor Ober presided over the swearing in ceremony on Thursday, 11 SeptemberContinue Reading
(AWEIL SOUTH COUNTY) – Residents of Kongder Dut Jok in Aweil South County, Northern Bahr el Ghazal State, are facing serious challenges due to poor road infrastructure and limited healthcare services. The community has only one Primary Health Care Center located in Akhac, leaving many residents without adequate medical care.Continue Reading
(AWEIL) – Allegations of financial mismanagement in Northern Bahr el Ghazal are threatening critical infrastructure projects, including roads and airport works, and raising serious questions over public fund accountability in the Northern State. Governor Simon Ober Mawut announced on Monday the indefinite suspension of Carolina Achok Akot, the state ministerContinue Reading
