(LAINYA COUNTY) – The Lainya County administration in Central Equatoria State has announced the completion of a county agricultural cooperative store, a move that signals growing attention to agriculture led recovery in South Sudan and practical support for small scale farmers who form the backbone of rural economies. Commissioner RobertContinue Reading
(JUBA, CENTRAL EQUATORIA STATE) – Communities from Yei River County have urged Governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony to prioritise road repairs and investment in local coffee farming schemes to boost trade and economic growth. The visit took place on 13 December 2025 at the Governor’s residence in Juba. Delegates congratulated GovernorContinue Reading
(JUBA) – Governor Emmanuel Adil has called for stronger policies and investment in pastoral and livestock development, saying the sector has the potential to create income, reduce poverty and support food security if supported with the right systems. The Governor made the remarks at a two day South Sudan ConferenceContinue Reading
(MAGWI COUNTY) – Global Aim, a national organisation, distributed essential farming tools to 500 registered farmers across three Bomas in Magwi Payam on Friday, 5 December 2025. The initiative is aimed at strengthening agricultural productivity and supporting year-round cultivation, particularly during the dry season. Mr. Ochan David Justine, Agronomy AssistantContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The Ministry of Trade and Industry has received a detailed briefing from the Orient Group on plans for South Sudan’s upcoming Agrifood and Business Exposure initiative. The briefing, held on 11 November 2025, focused on outlining the implementation roadmap, strategies for mobilising resources, and engaging international organisations andContinue Reading
(YAMBIO COUNTY) – Farmers and agribusiness operators across South Sudan are urging the government to ease taxes and support mechanised agriculture, warning that outdated tools, poor infrastructure, and multiple tax layers are strangling local production and pushing the country further into food import dependence. Agricultural leaders say that unless taxesContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The National Minister of Trade and Industry, Hon. Atong Kuol Manyang, met with the Western Equatoria State Minister for Trade and Industry, Hon. Haim Paul, at her office in Juba on November 5, 2025. The visit focused on strengthening trade capacity and exploring opportunities for fruit processing inContinue Reading
(NIMULE, EASTERN EQUATORIA) – Nimule Municipality Mayor Caesar Longa Fuli on Friday led an inspection visit to the ongoing construction of the Agricultural Multipurpose Centre, a key project expected to boost local food production and improve livelihoods in the area. The project, which falls under the mandate of the MinistryContinue Reading
(RUMBEK, LAKES STATE) – Farmers, government officials and UN agencies came together on Thursday in Rumbek to mark World Food Day with an exhibition of local produce, highlighting a collective effort to fight hunger and strengthen agriculture in Lakes State. The event took place at Rumbek Freedom Square under theContinue Reading
(JUBA) – South Sudan has launched its National Rice Development Strategy 2024–2030, aiming to transform the agriculture sector and strengthen food security. The Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security unveiled the strategy on Friday, highlighting rice as a key driver for economic growth and local market development. Deputy Minister LilyContinue Reading
