(JUBA) – The Ministry of Trade and Industry has announced its full support for the upcoming National Agro-Food Trade Fair, scheduled to take place in January 2026. The exhibition is expected to provide South Sudanese farmers and producers with a vital platform to promote their agricultural products and strengthen linksContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The Government of South Sudan, in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme and the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security, has launched the Empowering Women and Youth to Drive Sustainable Agriculture (EWYSA) project in Central Equatoria State. The initiative aims to support 1,200 small-scale vegetable farmers, withContinue Reading
(JUBA) – More than 15 young South Sudanese innovators will receive grants under the World Food Programme’s IGNITE project, designed to boost local food production and reduce dependence on imports. Dr Ayiik Kuir, WFP Programme Policy Officer for Innovations, said the IGNITE Food Systems Challenge will provide small businesses withContinue Reading
(MAGWI COUNTY) – Magwi College of Agribusiness and Management Sciences (MCAMS) held its first graduation ceremony on Saturday, awarding diplomas to 37 students who completed a three year programme. The college, approved by the South Sudan government on 20 February 2019 and affiliated with the University of Juba, focuses onContinue Reading
(LUDHIANA) – South Sudan and India are laying the foundation for stronger agricultural ties following a high level academic exchange between Dr John Garang Memorial University of Science and Technology (DrJGMUST) and Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, under the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR)’s Academic Visitors Programme. During aContinue Reading
(OBBO) – The Obbo Community in Magwi County in Eastern Equatoria State has lifted a controversial local bylaw that previously restricted buyers from purchasing agricultural produce directly from farmers. The bylaw, introduced by a group of traders and rate collectors, had imposed a queue system that particularly affected buyers usingContinue Reading
(MAGWI) – South Sudanese cattle herders recently expelled from Uganda have called on the government in Juba to assist them with safe transportation and protection as they prepare to return to their home states. The herders, who were evicted from Atiak sub-county in Amuru District in Northern Uganda, have beenContinue Reading
(RENK) – Authorities in Renk County, located in South Sudan’s Upper Nile State, have announced a full exemption on all taxes for agricultural inputs, including tools, seeds, pesticides and fuel, in an effort to support farmers and improve food production during the current farming season. The announcement was made onContinue Reading
(AWEIL) – The Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Environment for Northern Bahr el Ghazal State, Garang Chan Atak, has announced a series of government led initiatives aimed at increasing food production and improving food security in the region. Speaking to the media this week, Minister Chan emphasised the state government’sContinue Reading
(JUBA) – A maize and sorghum cooperative that began with just 20 members in Central Equatoria State has grown to over 150 within a year, becoming a source of income and stability for many South Sudanese families. The rapid growth highlights the increasing role of cooperatives in addressing both povertyContinue Reading
