(PORT SUDAN) – South Sudan and Sudan have agreed to protect vital oil facilities and pipeline stations that transport South Sudan’s crude oil to Port Sudan on the Red Sea, marking a renewed phase of bilateral economic cooperation between the two countries. The agreement was reached during a three dayContinue Reading
(KIGALI) – South Sudan is taking part in the 2025 International Organization for Standardization (ISO) Annual Meeting, which opened on Monday, 6 October 2025, in Kigali, Rwanda. The gathering brings together business leaders, policymakers, and innovators from around the world to discuss how global standards can support sustainable trade, industrialContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The Government of South Sudan has called on Kenya to review cargo handling charges and container deposits at the Mombasa port to reduce the cost of trade and improve business competitiveness. The move aims to make imports and exports more affordable and encourage higher trade volumes along theContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The South Sudan Revenue Authority (SSRA) has called on the Ministry of Finance and Planning to support the tabling of draft bills on Value Added Tax (VAT) and Electronic Billing Machines (EBM) for cabinet and legislative approval. The move is aimed at strengthening revenue collection and reducing theContinue Reading
(RUMBEK, LAKES STATE) – Farmers, government officials and UN agencies came together on Thursday in Rumbek to mark World Food Day with an exhibition of local produce, highlighting a collective effort to fight hunger and strengthen agriculture in Lakes State. The event took place at Rumbek Freedom Square under theContinue Reading
(JUBA) – South Sudan has launched its National Rice Development Strategy 2024–2030, aiming to transform the agriculture sector and strengthen food security. The Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security unveiled the strategy on Friday, highlighting rice as a key driver for economic growth and local market development. Deputy Minister LilyContinue Reading
(PIBOR COUNTY) – Prices of local vegetables in Pibor Market have surged following severe flooding that disrupted production and supply from surrounding villages. Authorities say the shortage has pushed up costs, affecting households and small traders across the area. The Minister for Information in Greater Pibor Administrative Area, Jacob Werchum,Continue Reading
(AWEIL NORTH COUNTY) – Authorities in Northern Bahr El Ghazal have launched a move to vaccinate more than 1,500 head of cattle in response to rising reports of animal deaths linked to preventable diseases. The Director General of the State Ministry of Animal Resources and Veterinary Services, Samuel Ajing Uguak,Continue Reading
(JUBA) – A dispute has emerged between the Presidency and the main power provider in the capital after the Ezra Group of Companies rejected an order by President Salva Kiir to reduce electricity tariffs. The President directed tariff cuts last week to ease pressure on households and businesses. Under theContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The Bank of South Sudan has announced a fresh foreign exchange auction aimed at improving confidence in the financial sector and supporting currency stability. The auction will take place on Tuesday 7 October 2025 and will be open to eligible commercial banks across the country. In a publicContinue Reading
