(UNITY STATE) – Widespread flooding in Unity State is driving extensive deforestation, raising serious environmental concerns and posing a long term threat to the region’s fragile ecosystem. Trees submerged in floodwaters for prolonged periods are dying and being harvested for firewood, creating a growing crisis that local residents, officials, andContinue Reading
(LAFON) – Communities in Lafon County, Eastern Equatoria State, are increasingly turning to fishing as a primary source of food and income, following recent seasonal rains that have filled rivers and swamps across the region. According to local officials, heavy rainfall in nearby Torit has caused water to flow intoContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The National Revenue Authority (NRA) has announced that it successfully collected 100 billion South Sudanese Pounds (SSP), equivalent to approximately $21.74 million USD, over the last two weeks, reflecting a major boost in domestic revenue generation amid ongoing efforts to digitise public finance systems. The announcement was madeContinue Reading
(NIMULE) – A South Sudanese civil society organisation has called for urgent investigation into growing reports of harassment and degrading treatment of travellers at the Nimule border crossing between South Sudan and Uganda. The Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO) said it has received several complaints from both South SudaneseContinue Reading
(NAIROBI) – The Embassy of the Republic of South Sudan in Nairobi has issued a formal appeal to all South Sudanese importers and clearing agents, urging them to promptly return empty shipping containers to the Port of Mombasa after offloading goods. This follows growing concerns about rising shipping and customsContinue Reading
(ABYEI) – The United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA) has continued to assist communities in Abyei through a series of infrastructure projects aimed at improving daily life and access to essential services. These efforts also carry significance for regional stability, including in neighbouring South Sudan, which shares aContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The Bank of South Sudan (BoSS) has launched a three day training programme aimed at preparing its branch staff to use an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, a key step in the Bank’s broader digital transformation plan. The training held in Juba from 17 July 2025 brought togetherContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The Bank of South Sudan (BoSS) has released its official exchange rates for Thursday, 18 July 2025, reflecting efforts to improve transparency and support informed market participation as part of the country’s broader financial governance reforms. The exchange rates which are updated regularly by the central bank helpContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The Executive Committee of the Bank of South Sudan (BoSS), led by Governor Dr. Addis Ababa Othow, convened in Juba on 18 July 2025 to review core operational and policy matters. The meeting was attended by the Governor’s two deputies and Directors General and served as a platformContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The Board of Directors of the Bank of South Sudan (BoSS), under the leadership of Hon. Dr. Addis Ababa Othow, held a high level meeting in Juba on 18 July 2025 to review key policy strategies designed to strengthen the country’s financial system and improve national economic governance.Continue Reading
