(JUBA) – The Bank of South Sudan (BoSS) has announced a public auction of 20 billion South Sudanese Pounds (SSP), equivalent to approximately $4.35 million US Dollars, through its Term Deposit Facility (TDF). The auction is aimed at eligible commercial banks operating in South Sudan, and is scheduled to takeContinue Reading
(JUBA) – South Sudan Opens New Vaccine Storage Centre to Boost Immunisation Services The government of South Sudan has officially launched a new vaccine storage facility in Central Equatoria State, a development expected to significantly improve immunisation services across the region. The facility, part of the Expanded Program on ImmunizationContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The World Food Programme (WFP) has published its updated transport schedule for July and August 2025, outlining how it plans to move emergency humanitarian supplies across South Sudan. The plan supports ongoing responses to a growing cholera outbreak and worsening conflict-driven displacement, especially in Upper Nile, Jonglei, andContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The Ministry of General Education and Instruction of South Sudan has issued a ministerial directive abolishing all forms of name changes in national examination certificates for primary and secondary school levels. The move announced on 3 July 2025 by Education Minister Kuyok Abol Kuyok affects the Certificate ofContinue Reading
(KIGALI) – The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has announced a new initiative to help African countries access financing for nuclear energy projects. Speaking at the Nuclear Energy Innovation Summit for Africa in Kigali this week, IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi said international lenders are now showing a renewed interestContinue Reading
(JUBA) – South Sudanese President Salva Kiir has made two official trips to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) this year, the latest ending this past Tuesday, in a diplomatic and economic effort to ease the country’s deepening crisis. President Kiir’s latest visit began on 22 June and lasted over twoContinue Reading
(AWERIAL) – Health authorities in Awerial County, Lakes State, have confirmed a suspected outbreak of Rift Valley Fever (RVF) in Wunthou Boma after two people died and three others were hospitalised with symptoms linked to the disease. A medical officer in Awerial County told local media that investigations are underwayContinue Reading
(WASHINGTON) – A legal dispute in the United States has drawn attention to South Sudan after eight foreign nationals faced deportation there under an immigration policy introduced during the Trump administration. On Friday, a Massachusetts judge refused to halt the deportations, even as a federal judge in Washington, D.C brieflyContinue Reading
(MALAKAL) – River transport between Malakal and Juba is expected to resume within a week, according to officials in Upper Nile State. The route is a vital link for goods and services in northern South Sudan and has been closed for several months due to widespread insecurity and unofficial taxContinue Reading
(JUBA) – MTN South Sudan has introduced a new product called the Home Starter Pack, a WiFi solution aimed at improving internet access for families and individuals across the country. The product is designed to help users carry out online activities such as browsing, video streaming and gaming from theContinue Reading
