(JUBA) – South Sudan has taken part in global and regional meetings aimed at improving food safety and strengthening consumer protection, with senior officials representing the country in Rome and Juba this week. The National Bureau of Standards said these engagements support national efforts to ensure that only safe andContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The new governor of the Bank of South Sudan, Yeni Samuel Costa, was formally received at the institution’s headquarters on Monday, where he pledged to strengthen currency confidence, improve digital payment systems and enforce strict compliance across the bank. His arrival was met with applause from staff membersContinue Reading
(JUBA) – South Sudan has joined a coalition of thirteen countries introducing new taxes on luxury air travel, including private jets and premium airline seats. The coalition aims to raise funds for climate action by asking passengers with the highest emissions per traveller to contribute more. The group, known asContinue Reading
(HEGLIG) – Oil production and exports through Sudan and South Sudan have been suspended after a drone strike on the Heglig Oil Field’s central processing facility, according to company statements and local sources. The attack took place on Thursday and struck the main workshop and laboratory areas of the field.Continue Reading
(BOMA, EASTERN EQUATORIA) – Five young people from local communities have begun a six month practical training programme with African Parks (AP) in Boma National Park to gain hands on experience in building, welding and electrical work. The initiative is part of African Parks’ ongoing effort to equip youth withContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The former Commissioner General of the South Sudan Revenue Authority (SSRA), Simon Akuei Deng, has called on staff and lobbyists to refrain from early political manoeuvring while welcoming the new NRA Commissioner General, William Anyuon Kuol. Speaking during the reception ceremony on Thursday, Akuei urged employees to giveContinue Reading
(JUBA) – William Anyuon Kuol officially assumed office as the new Commissioner General of the South Sudan Revenue Authority (SSRA) on Friday, pledging to strengthen non-oil revenue collection and increase transparency in remitting funds to the government treasury. Speaking at the SSRA headquarters, Anyuon emphasised the importance of efficiency andContinue Reading
(JUBA COUNTY) – South Sudan has officially confirmed it has requested $2.5 billion (SSP 17 trillion) in oil backed loans from two international companies operating in the country, according to the Ministry of Petroleum. The request includes $1 billion (SSP 7 trillion) from India’s ONGC Videsh and $1.5 billion (SSPContinue Reading
(MOMBASA) – Thousands of containers destined for South Sudan remain stuck at the Port of Mombasa after new Kenyan tax rules and strict storage limits disrupted trade, risking losses of millions of dollars for local importers. Hamid Abdellatif, a clearance agent for South Sudanese importers, told media that traders areContinue Reading
(KAMPALA) – The East African Development Bank (EADB) has shifted its lending to East African Community (EAC) member states from US dollars to local currencies in a move aimed at boosting growth, reducing loan costs and limiting non-performing loans. The bank’s strategy involves currency swap agreements to provide borrowers withContinue Reading
