(JUBA) – Efforts to strengthen gender equality and expand women’s participation in economic and political life are gaining renewed attention in South Sudan, following coordinated discussions between government institutions and international partners focused on unpaid care work, leadership inclusion and peacebuilding frameworks. UN Women South Sudan is working with theContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The newly formed Board of Directors of the South Sudan Revenue Authority held its first ordinary meeting in Juba, where members reviewed revenue performance for the third quarter of the 2025 to 2026 financial year and approved a series of senior leadership appointments across key departments. The session,Continue Reading
(JUBA COUNTY) – The World Bank Group and the Government of South Sudan have launched a new report calling for urgent and coordinated action to manage the country’s rapid urban growth and turn cities into centres of economic recovery, job creation and stability. The report, titled South Sudan Urbanization Review:Continue Reading
(JUBA) – A new initiative to clear landmines and explosive remnants of war was officially launched in the capital on 15 January 2026. The Mine Action and Cluster Munitions Programme Phase Three brings together the National Mine Action Authority and three international organisations including Danish Church Aid, the Danish RefugeeContinue Reading
(JUBA) – South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir Mayardit has directed the formation of a high level technical committee to launch the South Sudan Official Gazette and improve the official website of the Office of the President. The presidential order, announced on state broadcaster SSBC, aims to create a secure, transparentContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The Government of South Sudan has announced plans to establish an Official Government Gazette that will serve as the formal channel for publishing presidential decrees, official appointments and other state decisions, signalling a shift from the long standing practice of announcing such matters primarily through televised addresses. TheContinue Reading
(JUBA COUNTY) – Lawmakers in South Sudan have raised fresh concerns over unpaid salaries for civil servants and organised forces, warning that continued delays are placing strain on households, commercial banks, and overall economic confidence. Boutrus Alison Magaya, Member of Parliament for Maridi County in Western Equatoria State, told theContinue Reading
(WASHINGTON DC) – South Sudan is facing renewed economic and humanitarian pressure after the United States suspended parts of its foreign assistance, citing concerns over diversion and misuse of aid. The move has raised fresh uncertainty for relief operations and market stability in a country that relies heavily on externalContinue Reading
(JUBA) – South Sudan has been selected to host the 20th Regional Nile Conference and Nile Day celebrations in Juba this year, following deliberations by the government’s Economic Cluster chaired by Vice President Prof James Wani Igga. The decision was reached during an Economic Cluster meeting held in Juba, whereContinue Reading
(JUBA) – South Sudan has announced an ambitious digital transformation plan for 2026, aiming to expand nationwide internet connectivity, improve child online safety, and strengthen regulatory frameworks. The National Communication Authority (NCA) said the programme is designed to bring the country closer to regional and global digital standards while addressingContinue Reading
