(MAGWI COUNTY) – Communities in Owiny-Kibul, Eastern Equatoria State, have expressed concern over recent visits by foreign geologists reportedly linked to Russian interests. The visits which took place in August have raised fears that mineral resources may be exploited without proper consultation or benefit to local residents. According to localContinue Reading
(YAMBIO, WESTERN EQUATORIA) – A new report has revealed that 92 percent of South Sudanese citizens do not have written wills, leaving families vulnerable to property disputes, exploitation and financial insecurity when a loved one dies. The findings were released at a high level policy dialogue in Yambio organised byContinue Reading
(YAMBIO) – Western Equatoria State is set to end a three year absence of a functioning budget after the arrival of a high level delegation from the National Ministry of Finance and support from the World Bank. A team from Juba, led by Mr Deng Marial Agoc of the NationalContinue Reading
(KAMPALA) – Trade volumes in East Africa continue to grow at a rapid pace, with rising cargo flows across border points such as Busia and Malaba. According to TradeMark Africa, stronger regional infrastructure, higher population demand, and improved trade systems are driving this growth. Anne Nambooze, TradeMark Africa’s Country DirectorContinue Reading
(BOMA COUNTY) – South Sudan’s Boma National Park has attracted global attention after scientists confirmed the first record of Boutourline’s blue monkey in the country. The finding is seen not only as a conservation success but also as a potential driver for eco-tourism and sustainable business opportunities. The discovery, announcedContinue Reading
(JUBA CITY) – Businesses in Juba have voiced growing concerns over major disruptions caused by road closures linked to the trial of First Vice President Dr Riek Machar. The closures, which took place in the heart of the capital, have led to heavy traffic congestion, school delays and losses forContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The South Sudanese pound continues to face pressure in the parallel market, where the United States dollar is trading at around SSP 6,800 to SSP 7,000, far above the Bank of South Sudan’s official rate of SSP 4,656.21 for selling and SSP 4,518.59 for buying. This growing gapContinue Reading
(JUBA) – South Sudan held its first Real Estate Summit on 18 and 19 September in Juba, drawing government leaders, investors, banks, developers and international partners to examine the opportunities and risks facing the country’s young property sector. The two day event, organised by Smart Properties Limited under the themeContinue Reading
(EASTERN EQUATORIA) – The Juba–Nadapal road project, a key route linking South Sudan to Kenya, is making steady progress despite fuel shortages and other challenges. The project, launched on 4 September 2025 by the Ministry of Roads and Bridges, is expected to ease the return of South Sudanese refugees fromContinue Reading
(CAPE TOWN) – The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited has announced its partnership with African Energy Week 2025, in move aimed at strengthening regional cooperation, attracting investment and expanding infrastructure across Africa’s energy sector. The annual conference, known as Invest in African Energies 2025, will be held in CapeContinue Reading
