(CAIRO) – A fresh wave of scrutiny has emerged over the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) after international credit rating agency Moody’s downgraded the bank’s long term credit rating, citing concerns over sovereign lending to several African countries including South Sudan. Moody’s Investors Service announced it had cut Afreximbank’s long termContinue Reading
(Disclaimer: Net worth figures are intended to satisfy curiosity and have never been easily verifiable, even by Forbes or Bloomberg. All assets and liabilities referenced here are based on open source intelligence and public information. Use financial information at your own risk.) (Juba) – South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir seemsContinue Reading
(JUBA) – A number of young men recently arrested in Juba during a security operation targeting suspected criminal gangs have allegedly been transferred to the Nasir frontline in Upper Nile State, according to unconfirmed reports circulating on social media and among local residents. The claims emerged days after police andContinue Reading
(DETHWOK, UPPER NILE) – Zain South Sudan has officially expanded its 4G network to Dethwok in Upper Nile State, marking a significant step toward broader digital inclusion in remote areas of the country. The telecom company announced the development as part of its ongoing commitment to improving internet access andContinue Reading
(JUBA) – Telecommunications provider MTN South Sudan has launched two promotional services aimed at boosting digital access and maintaining voice connectivity for users across the country, particularly targeting youth and lo -income communities over the weekend and beyond. The first offer, branded as the “Weekend Bundle Special,” provides users withContinue Reading
(AWEIL) – A fourth year student at the University of Bahr El Ghazal (UBG), who had planned to leave university due to high tuition fees, has now decided to continue his studies after receiving support from the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) and encouragement from friends. The student, Ayai DengContinue Reading
(AWEIL WEST) – A Land Cruiser pickup travelling as part of a wedding convoy overturned yesterday in Akeuic Village, Aweil West County, injuring several people and leaving the driver unaccounted for. The vehicle was en route to Marialbaai for the traditional wedding of Yai Deng Pioth and Atap Riiny Riiny.Continue Reading
(AWEIL) – A driver is missing after a Land Cruiser pickup overturned three times while travelling as part of a wedding convoy heading to Marial Bai in Northern Bahr el Ghazal State on July 05. The vehicle was transporting guests to the traditional wedding ceremony of Yai Deng Pioth 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
(JUBA) – Aweil born artist Good Singer, also known by his stage name “The Most President,” will officially launch his latest album Nyiir Apuk Giir Apuk on 23 August 2025 in Juba. The album launch will take place at Freedom Hall and is open to the public with free entry.Continue Reading
