(JUBA) – The Bank of South Sudan has issued the official daily exchange rates for Thursday, 17 July 2025, as part of its routine monetary policy updates. The publication aims to inform the public, financial institutions, and traders of the day’s approved foreign currency buying and selling rates.
According to the figures released, the South Sudanese Pound (SSP) is trading at SSP 4,603.16 per US Dollar (USD) for selling and SSP 4,467.11 per USD for buying. At the current exchange rate, one US dollar equals approximately 4,600 South Sudanese Pounds.
Below is a table showing the official exchange rates as published by the Bank of South Sudan:
| Currency | Selling Rate (SSP) | Buying Rate (SSP) | USD Equivalent (Selling) |
|---|---|---|---|
| USD | 4,603.16 | 4,467.11 | $1.00 |
| EURO | 5,350.25 | 5,191.23 | $1.16 |
| GBP | 6,165.47 | 5,982.35 | $1.34 |
| KSH | 35.68 | 34.52 | $0.01 |
| UGX | 1.29 | 1.24 | $0.00028 |
| SDG | 7.69 | 7.42 | $0.0017 |
| ETB | 33.78 | 32.74 | $0.0073 |
| RWF | 3.19 | 3.04 | $0.00069 |
| TZS | 1.76 | 1.71 | $0.00038 |
| BIF | 1.58 | 1.50 | $0.00034 |
The rates, which are revised daily, serve as a guide for currency exchanges carried out through commercial banks and licensed forex bureaus across the country.
The Central Bank encouraged citizens and businesses to use official channels when dealing in foreign currencies to ensure transparency and avoid exploitation in the black market, where unofficial rates often vary significantly from the official rates.
The Bank of South Sudan further advised the public to stay informed by regularly visiting its official website at www.boss.gov.ss or consulting licensed financial service providers for verified information.