(JUBA) – The management of Juba National Stadium has announced that it will introduce a mobile money system for all financial transactions, including ticket sales, facility rentals, and other services. The move comes as the stadium prepares to host the FIFA World Cup qualifier between South Sudan and Congo on 5 September, followed by matches for the South Sudan Premier League.
The stadium, which recently completed renovations, now has a seating capacity of about 7,000. Officials say the decision to go digital is aimed at positioning it as a modern venue suitable for both local and international competitions.
Ticket prices for upcoming matches will range between 3,000 South Sudanese Pounds (about 0.65 US dollars) and 50,000 South Sudanese Pounds (about 10.87 US dollars), depending on the seating category.
| Seating Category | Price in SSP | Price in USD (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| Lowest | 3,000 SSP | $0.65 |
| Highest | 50,000 SSP | $10.87 |
In an interview with media, Stadium Director Jalal Abdullah Doka said the adoption of mobile money would improve transparency, reduce costs, and ease crowd management at entry points.
“We are introducing a digital ticketing system, relying on mobile money for payment. This will help us manage finances more effectively and reduce the costs and time spent on printing and counting paper tickets,” Doka said.
He added that government support for mobile money would make it easier to reduce congestion at the gates while promoting accountability.
The decision follows the Bank of South Sudan’s move in July 2025 to formally legalise mobile money services. The central bank recognised telecom operated platforms as legitimate means of payment for goods and services.
According to the Bank of South Sudan, this policy is part of its 2023 to 2027 Strategic Plan, which seeks to increase mobile money usage among adults to 30 percent by 2027. The plan also includes provisions for legal protection for mobile money users and service providers.
National Minister of Trade Atong Kual Manyang reaffirmed the government’s support for the policy and urged traders across the country to adopt mobile money as a reliable and secure method of payment.