(JUBA) – The South Sudanese pound maintained marginal gains against major currencies during the last trading week of August 2025, according to official rates published by the Bank of South Sudan (BOSS).
A weekly analysis shwos that the market remained generally stable, with the local currency showing slight appreciation against the US dollar and British pound, while other regional currencies recorded minor fluctuations.
The Bank of South Sudan reported that on Friday, 29 August 2025, the US dollar was buying at SSP 4,484.38 and selling at SSP 4,620.96. This represents a small increase in the pound’s value compared to the previous Friday, 22 August 2025, when the dollar was buying at SSP 4,466.21 and selling at SSP 4,602.24.
The euro also showed a slight gain, with a buying rate of SSP 5,218.92 and selling at SSP 5,378.79, compared to 22 August rates of SSP 5,204.92 buying and SSP 5,364.37 selling. Similarly, the British pound edged up to SSP 6,052.11 buying and SSP 6,237.37 selling, from SSP 6,014.20 and SSP 6,198.29 respectively.
Regional currencies displayed mixed trends. The Kenyan shilling, Ugandan shilling, South Sudanese dinar, Ethiopian birr, Rwandan franc, Tanzanian shilling, and Burundian franc showed small variations over the week, reflecting modest regional currency movements.
Bank of South Sudan Weekly Exchange Rates (22–29 August 2025)
| Currency | Buying Rate (29 Aug) | Selling Rate (29 Aug) | Buying Rate (22 Aug) | Selling Rate (22 Aug) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD | 4,484.38 / $1 | 4,620.96 / $1 | 4,466.21 / $1 | 4,602.24 / $1 |
| EURO | 5,218.92 / €1 | 5,378.79 / €1 | 5,204.92 / €1 | 5,364.37 / €1 |
| GBP | 6,052.11 / £1 | 6,237.37 / £1 | 6,014.20 / £1 | 6,198.29 / £1 |
| KSH | 34.66 / KSh1 | 35.85 / KSh1 | 34.51 / KSh1 | 35.68 / KSh1 |
| UGX | 1.25 / UGX1 | 1.31 / UGX1 | 1.25 / UGX1 | 1.29 / UGX1 |
| SDG | 7.45 / SDG1 | 7.72 / SDG1 | 7.42 / SDG1 | 7.70 / SDG1 |
| ETB | 31.48 / ETB1 | 32.44 / ETB1 | 31.59 / ETB1 | 32.56 / ETB1 |
| RWF | 3.09 / RWF1 | 3.21 / RWF1 | 3.07 / RWF1 | 3.19 / RWF1 |
| TZS | 1.79 / TZS1 | 1.85 / TZS1 | 1.79 / TZS1 | 1.89 / TZS1 |
| BIF | 1.51 / BIF1 | 1.58 / BIF1 | 1.50 / BIF1 | 1.57 / BIF1 |
Market analysts note that despite official stability, parallel market rates for the US dollar often exceed official rates by as much as SSP 1,500. Based on this premium, the US dollar is estimated to trade in the parallel market at approximately SSP 6,120 to 6,150, while other major currencies are similarly higher than their official rates.
Central bank foreign currency auctions also occasionally offer rates above official levels by up to SSP 1,000 per dollar, reflecting tighter availability outside formal channels.
South Sudan Official vs Estimated Parallel Market Rates (29 August 2025)
| Currency | Official Buying | Official Selling | Estimated Parallel Market Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| USD | 4,484.38 / $1 | 4,620.96 / $1 | 6,120 – 6,150 SSP / $1 |
| EURO | 5,218.92 / €1 | 5,378.79 / €1 | 6,618 – 6,628 SSP / €1 |
| GBP | 6,052.11 / £1 | 6,237.37 / £1 | 7,552 – 7,557 SSP / £1 |
| KSH | 34.66 / KSh1 | 35.85 / KSh1 | 36 – 36.5 SSP / KSh1 |
| UGX | 1.25 / UGX1 | 1.31 / UGX1 | 2.75 – 2.80 SSP / UGX1 |
Despite official stability, the parallel market continues to reflect significant demand for foreign currency, particularly the US dollar, highlighting limited supply outside formal channels. Traders and businesses are advised to consider both official and parallel rates when planning transactions.
This report is provided for informational purposes and is not financial advice. Jakony.com® does not provide investment guidance.
