(JUBA) – The South Sudan National Bureau of Standards (SSNBS) has warned that importers bringing substandard goods into the country risk losing their business licences. The announcement came days after the Bureau ordered the return of three trucks carrying maize grain and beans deemed unfit for human consumption to Uganda.Continue Reading
(YEI RIVER COUNTY) – Residents and traders in Yei River County, Central Equatoria State, have welcomed a new agreement between the government of South Sudan and Djibouti to build a dry port in Yei, a move seen as a potential boost for business and trade in the country. The agreementContinue Reading
During the event on Tuesday, Gloria Nyoka Joseph, Executive Director of the South Sudan National Bureau of Standards (SSNBS), commended the program for bringing together pioneers to drive economic growth in the country. Nyoka highlighted the Bureau’s role in ensuring quality and safety throughout the production and processing processes, emphasizingContinue Reading
(YEI RIVER COUNTY) – South Sudan’s Central Equatoria State government and the national Ministry of Wildlife, Conservation and Tourism have reached a new understanding with the Tore community over the future of Lantoto National Park, a conservation area with significant potential for tourism and local business growth. Governor Lt. Gen.Continue Reading
(JUBA) – The Bank of South Sudan has introduced new measures requiring travellers and financial institutions to declare large amounts of cash when entering or leaving the country. The directive, which took effect on 20 August 2025, is aimed at tightening oversight of cross border money transfers, strengthening monetary policyContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The Bank of South Sudan has published its official daily foreign exchange rates for Thursday, 21 August 2025, showing marginal adjustments across major currencies. The South Sudanese pound (SSP) continues to trade under pressure, with one US dollar officially valued at SSP 4,608.94 (selling) and SSP 4,472.72 (buying).Continue Reading
(WAU) – Wau Airport in Western Bahr el Ghazal State remains one of the most important regional air gateways in South Sudan. It plays a vital role in linking the country’s northwest to Juba, the capital, and serves as an essential hub for humanitarian, business, and passenger travel. On Thursday,Continue Reading
(MALAKAL) – Malakal International Airport, one of South Sudan’s key regional airports, plays a vital role in connecting Upper Nile State to the capital, Juba, and other nearby hubs. Despite operating with limited scheduled services, the airport remains a critical gateway for travellers and cargo in the region. For Thursday,Continue Reading
(JUBA) – Juba International Airport, the busiest and most important aviation hub in South Sudan, continues to connect the country with regional and international destinations. Below is the latest arrivals and departures guide for Thursday, 21 August 2025, based on available scheduling data. The airport remains a vital lifeline forContinue Reading
(JUBA) – Lawmakers in South Sudan have renewed calls for the nationalisation of the country’s mining sector, saying greater state control over minerals could strengthen the struggling economy and reduce exploitation by private companies and foreign actors. The debate emerged this week in the Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) asContinue Reading
