(ADDIS ABABA) – The Ministry of Roads and Bridges has taken further steps to advance a major regional road project that is expected to strengthen trade routes between South Sudan, Ethiopia and Djibouti. Senior officials from the ministry have been in Addis Ababa this week for meetings, approvals and regionalContinue Reading
(BOMA, EASTERN EQUATORIA) – Five young people from local communities have begun a six month practical training programme with African Parks (AP) in Boma National Park to gain hands on experience in building, welding and electrical work. The initiative is part of African Parks’ ongoing effort to equip youth withContinue Reading
(JUBA) – William Anyuon Kuol officially assumed office as the new Commissioner General of the South Sudan Revenue Authority (SSRA) on Friday, pledging to strengthen non-oil revenue collection and increase transparency in remitting funds to the government treasury. Speaking at the SSRA headquarters, Anyuon emphasised the importance of efficiency andContinue Reading
(KUAJOK, WARRAP STATE) – Authorities in Kuajok Municipality have introduced a nighttime restriction on pedestrian movement in the town’s main market area. The measure took effect this week banning movement between 8:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. and aims to reduce cases of theft that have been affecting traders after businessContinue Reading
(JUBA) – South Sudan’s Vice President and Chairperson of the Economic Cluster, Dr Benjamin Bol Mel, on Wednesday held talks with Ambassador Jamal Hassan Khalif of the Federal Republic of Somalia to strengthen bilateral and economic relations between the two countries. The meeting, held in Juba, focused on expanding cooperationContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The National Ministry of Wildlife Conservation and Tourism has announced plans to register and classify all hotels, tour operators, and travel agencies across South Sudan under the new Tourism Act 2024. Director General for Tourism, Laura Tete, said the registration process will ensure that all operators meet theContinue Reading
(TONJ, WARRAP STATE) – A former state minister has warned that the Tonj Bridge, a major transport link for the Greater Bahr el Ghazal region, is close to failing due to age and lack of maintenance. If the bridge collapses, movement of goods and passengers between Tonj, Wau, Aweil, JubaContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The Government of South Sudan has expressed renewed commitment to promoting the participation of women in the country’s media sector as part of its broader political transition. The statement was delivered by Deputy Minister of Information, Communication Technology and Postal Services, Hon. David Yauyau Jangkuoh, during a workshopContinue Reading
(MALAKAL, UPPER NILE STATE) – Residents of Upper Nile State are struggling with sharp increases in food and fuel prices as trade disruptions, checkpoints, and insecurity continue to drive up living costs. According to Peter Ngwojo Akwiny, the State Minister of Information, food prices have reached record highs, making itContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The Ministry of Trade and Industry of South Sudan has taken a major step toward digital governance through a partnership with Crawford Capital. On November 6, 2025, the two parties signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to implement a digital payments system. The signing ceremony was attended byContinue Reading
