(JUBA) – Somalia’s new National Securities Exchange is exploring opportunities with Kenyan companies to allow cross listing on the Mogadishu stockmarket, in a move that could expand investment options for Somali investors. The exchange launched in June is planning to begin trading in early 2026. Its chief executive, Yasin Ibar,Continue Reading
(ADDIS ABABA) – South Sudan has urged its Chinese and African partners to accelerate support for digital infrastructure projects across the continent, saying access to stable electricity and modern telecommunications remains a major barrier to economic growth. The call was made on Friday by Engineer Thomas Gatkuoth Nyak, Undersecretary atContinue Reading
(JUBA) – A growing number of international banks are withdrawing from African markets after decades of operation, citing falling profit margins, rising compliance costs and strong competition from telecom led mobile money platforms. While most exits have taken place in West and Southern Africa, banking analysts warn that the trendContinue Reading
(JUBA) – A growing number of women in South Sudan are moving from aid dependency to small scale entrepreneurship, following an International Trade Centre initiative that has trained nearly two hundred survivors of conflict related violence in farming, soap making and retail business management. The programme launched in October 2024Continue Reading
(JUBA) – South Sudan’s political uncertainty continues to shape its economic prospects, as senior leaders maintain control through delayed elections, patronage and regional conflict positioning. Analysts have warned that persistent instability is weakening investor confidence, slowing infrastructure spending and limiting access to international financing. The continued postponement of national elections,Continue Reading
(JUBA) – Key financial and business leaders have agreed to work together to speed up the adoption of digital payments in South Sudan, saying it will reduce costs and make trade more efficient. The Bank of South Sudan hosted a meeting on 26 September 2025 with the National Chamber ofContinue Reading
(HONG KONG) – Authorities in Hong Kong have officially renewed United Nations sanctions against South Sudan, enforcing travel bans, financial restrictions and arms controls with immediate effect. The new rules were published in the government gazette on Thursday under the United Nations Sanctions (South Sudan) Regulation 2019 (Amendment) Regulation 2025.Continue Reading
(HEGLIG / UNITY STATE BORDER) – Escalating militia attacks on Sudan’s main oil corridor have raised fears of a potential shutdown of infrastructure that South Sudan relies on for almost all of its export earnings. The Heglig oil complex, located close to the South Sudan border, has come under sustainedContinue Reading
(JUBA CITY) – South Sudan has reduced electricity tariffs in the capital Juba after President Salva Kiir ordered the Juba Electricity Distribution Company to lower prices for homes, businesses and government offices. The new tariffs were announced following a review of the 100 megawatt power purchase agreement that supplies mostContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The Bank of South Sudan (BoSS), together with senior government officials, paid tribute on Thursday, September 26, 2025, to the late former Governor of the Central Bank, Othow Rago Ajak, who passed away in Egypt on September 17. The funeral ceremony brought together BoSS leadership and public officialsContinue Reading
