(JUBA) – The Bank of South Sudan (BOSS) has released the latest official exchange rates for Monday, 18th August 2025. The South Sudanese Pound (SSP) continues to exhibit stability against major international and regional currencies, with only minor day-to-day fluctuations observed.
According to the official BOSS rates, the US Dollar (USD) is trading at 4,612.90 SSP for selling and 4,476.56 SSP for buying. This corresponds to approximately $1 = 4,600 SSP under current valuations. The Euro (EUR) stands at 5,387.87 SSP for selling and 5,227.73 SSP for buying, while the British Pound (GBP) is slightly higher at 6,262.33 SSP for selling and 6,066.64 SSP for buying.
East African and regional currencies also maintained minor adjustments, reflecting a generally calm market sentiment in Juba. The Kenyan Shilling (KSH) is at 35.76 SSP selling and 34.59 SSP buying, the Ugandan Shilling (UGX) at 1.30 SSP selling and 1.26 SSP buying, and the Sudanese Pound (SDG) at 7.70 SSP selling and 7.44 SSP buying.
The Ethiopian Birr (ETB) trades at 32.69 SSP for selling and 31.72 SSP for buying, the Rwandan Franc (RWF) at 3.20 SSP selling and 3.07 SSP buying, the Tanzanian Shilling (TZS) at 1.81 SSP selling and 1.69 SSP buying, and the Burundian Franc (BIF) at 1.58 SSP selling and 1.51 SSP buying.
Official Bank of South Sudan Forex Rates (18 Aug 2025)
| Currency | Selling (SSP) | Buying (SSP) | Equivalent USD (Approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| USD | 4,612.90 | 4,476.56 | 1.00 |
| EURO | 5,387.87 | 5,227.73 | 1.17 |
| GBP | 6,262.33 | 6,066.64 | 1.36 |
| KSH | 35.76 | 34.59 | 0.008 |
| UGX | 1.30 | 1.26 | 0.00027 |
| SDG | 7.70 | 7.44 | 0.00168 |
| ETB | 32.69 | 31.72 | 0.0071 |
| RWF | 3.20 | 3.07 | 0.00070 |
| TZS | 1.81 | 1.69 | 0.00039 |
| BIF | 1.58 | 1.51 | 0.00034 |
Market analysts note that these rates indicate a relatively stable domestic currency, providing predictable conditions for trade and investment in South Sudan. The steady performance of the SSP against regional peers highlights the importance of consistent monetary policies and ongoing government efforts to stabilise the currency.
Investors and businesses are advised to monitor the BOSS updates regularly, as minor fluctuations can influence import costs, local pricing, and regional trade agreements.
Disclaimer
The above rates are the official exchange rates published by the Bank of South Sudan. Actual rates in commercial banks and forex bureaus may vary slightly due to market demand and transaction charges.
