(JUBA, SOUTH SUDAN) – A dispute between South Sudan’s government and a lead contractor has been resolved, clearing the way for the commissioning of a renewable energy plant expected to help lower some of the world’s highest electricity tariffs. The resolution also comes as progress continues on a major internationalContinue Reading
(JUBA, SOUTH SUDAN) – South Sudan has expanded its malaria vaccine programme to all 80 counties, but only a small fraction of children who start the four-dose schedule complete it, according to a new World Health Organization evaluation. The Post Introduction Evaluation found that while 48.5% of eligible children observedContinue Reading
(KAMPALA, UGANDA) – South Sudan traders are demanding fair access to Ugandan suppliers, raising concerns over intermediaries allegedly dominating the market, as both countries signed a trade agreement to remove barriers that increase costs. The memorandum of understanding was signed on 14th October 2026 at the second Uganda and SouthContinue Reading
(JUBA, SOUTH SUDAN) – Juba County will begin a series of infrastructure projects this week, including solar streetlights, road medians and lighting on Freedom Bridge, according to a statement from the Office of the Caretaker Commissioner. The county said the first project, scheduled for Monday 19th October 2026, will involveContinue Reading
(JUBA, SOUTH SUDAN) – Banks in South Sudan are being urged to adopt artificial intelligence to widen access to financial services, while guarding against privacy, security and bias risks as the technology spreads. Stanbic Bank South Sudan said AI is already helping financial institutions deliver faster services, strengthen fraud detection,Continue Reading
(JUBA, SOUTH SUDAN) – South Sudan’s caretaker Minister of Petroleum, Engineer Awou Daniel Chuang, has reported to President Salva Kiir on the ministry’s performance and on his participation in the launch of an oil refinery project in Lamu, Kenya. The meeting took place on 16th October 2026, according to aContinue Reading
(JUBA, SOUTH SUDAN) – South Sudan is projected to record the fastest economic growth in Sub-Saharan Africa this year, driven by a recovery in oil production and expansion in the services sector, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The IMF’s October 2026 World Economic Outlook places South Sudan atContinue Reading
(JUBA, SOUTH SUDAN) – South Sudan’s central bank is holding reserves that have been borrowed by the Ministry of Finance and not returned, a researcher has said, pointing to a key driver of the country’s prolonged liquidity crisis. Dr Ting Mayai, speaking during an Eye Radio podcast discussion on theContinue Reading
( JUBA, SOUTH SUDAN ) – South Sudan has become a full member of the Maritime Organisation of Eastern, Southern and Northern Africa (MOESNA), a move aimed at reducing the country’s trade isolation and improving access to international markets. The Ministry of Transport announced the membership on 15th October 2026,Continue Reading
(JUBA, SOUTH SUDAN) – A multi-million dollar initiative is helping South Sudanese women build businesses, gain job skills and escape poverty, with thousands already reached through training, grants and support services. The South Sudan Women’s Social and Economic Empowerment Project is a $52 million four-year programme funded by the WorldContinue Reading
