(JUBA) – South Sudan’s telecom operators have announced a phased tariff exchange rate adjustment to take effect from midnight Friday, 26 June 2026, following approval from the National Communications Authority.
The measure adjusts the exchange rate applied to telecom tariffs to reflect current economic realities but does not change the underlying tariff rates themselves. The three mobile network operators, Digitel South Sudan, MTN South Sudan, and Zain South Sudan, said the move responds to mounting operational pressures including rising energy costs, general inflation, the depreciation of the South Sudanese Pound, and restricted access to foreign currency needed for network maintenance and upgrades.
The National Communications Authority approved the adjustment after consultations with government bodies, the mobile operators, civil society groups, and other stakeholders. The authority has directed the companies to absorb a large share of inflationary pressures, limiting the adjustment to the minimum level deemed necessary to keep services running.
The operators stated the phased approach aims to protect service sustainability and national connectivity while softening the effect on consumers. They affirmed a continuing commitment to network reliability, service quality, transparent communication, and investment in digital inclusion across South Sudan.
The announcement was copied to the Ministry of Information, Communication Technology and Postal Services.
