(JUBA) – A weak currency in Africa is more than a technical issue for financial markets. It has direct effects on prices, household income, business costs, and government capacity. Across the continent, currency weakness often increases inflation, deepens poverty, discourages investment, and limits the ability of states to manage economicContinue Reading
(JUBA) – South Sudan, along with other African nations, has faced rising fuel costs and energy disruptions in 2025, exposing the economy’s reliance on petroleum imports and regional stability. The Horn of Africa and Central Africa experienced supply bottlenecks, escalating prices and occasional shortages that affected households, businesses, and publicContinue Reading
(JUBA) – Greater Pioneer Operating Company Limited has formally raised concerns over a directive to recall Nilepet staff currently seconded to its operations, warning that the move could affect operational readiness as South Sudan prepares for the resumption of oil production. In a letter addressed to Nilepet Managing Director EmmanuelContinue Reading
(TONJ SOUTH COUNTY, WARRAP STATE) – Triple A Hotel in Tonj Town has announced a new date for its official grand opening, a development that reflects growing private sector activity in Warrap State. The hotel will now officially open on Sunday, 21 December 2025, following a change to the earlierContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The Government of South Sudan has announced changes to how vehicle insurance and registration documents are handled, following a ministerial order issued by the Ministry of Interior. The decision is expected to affect motorists, insurance providers and traffic police across the country. The Acting Minister of Interior, MangarContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The Ministry of Interior has formally cancelled a set of disputed traffic directives, a move that is expected to ease uncertainty for transport operators, vehicle owners and businesses across South Sudan. The decision follows growing concern from the public and commercial sector over recent enforcement measures affecting vehicleContinue Reading
(YEI RIVER COUNTY) – Yei Joint Stars Football Club has secured a significant annual sponsorship agreement valued at SSP 79,585,000, reflecting growing private sector interest in sports development in South Sudan’s regional towns. At the current market rate of SSP 7,100 to one United States dollar, the deal is worthContinue Reading
(JONGLEI STATE) – Governor of Jonglei State, Dr. Riek Gai Kok, has secured national support to expand and improve road infrastructure across the state. The Governor, accompanied by State Minister of Housing and Land, Hon. Jacob Mayom Chol, met with the National Minister of Roads and Bridges, Hon. Peter LamContinue Reading
(JUBA COUNTY) – The Ministry of Trade and Industry of South Sudan has launched an investigation into Shaba General Trading Company following reports of unauthorised shisha imports. The inspection, conducted by Minister Atong Kuol Manyang Juuk on December 18, 2025, was unscheduled and included the Undersecretary Hon. Ustaz Yel LuolContinue Reading
(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
