(JUBA) – The Central Banks of the United Arab Emirates and South Sudan have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) aimed at enhancing financial cooperation between the two countries. The agreement was formalised in a ceremony attended by Sheikh Shakhbout bin Nahyan Al Nahyan, Minister of State in the UAEContinue Reading
(ELEGU, AMURU COUNTY) – Uganda’s northern trade gateway to South Sudan is set for a major transformation with the launch of the Elegu Climate Resilient Cross-Border Market Project. The initiative aims to expand regional trade while addressing climate-related challenges that have historically disrupted commerce. Situated along the strategic Elegu–Nimule corridor,Continue Reading
(AMURU) – At least 3,500 Ugandan residents from Elegu Town Council in Amuru district have received cholera vaccines in neighbouring South Sudan, health officials reported on Monday. The initiative is part of a cross-border effort to contain the spread of the highly contagious diarrheal disease. The vaccination drive was coordinatedContinue Reading
(JUBA) – A Kenyan engineer has been freed following an abduction in South Sudan’s Morobo County, officials and local church leaders confirmed. Richard Matiangi was kidnapped on Wednesday, July 30, after armed assailants ambushed a vehicle near Bazi, around three miles from Morobo town, close to the border with theContinue Reading
(JUBA) – Israel has pledged humanitarian assistance worth up to one million Israeli shekels, approximately USD 296,000, to support civilians in South Sudan. The announcement was made by Israeli Deputy Foreign Minister Sharren Haskel during her historic visit to the country. Speaking in an exclusive interview with Eye Radio onContinue Reading
(JUBA) – Many South Sudanese parents invest heavily in their children’s education abroad, hoping to secure a brighter future. They often send monthly remittances to cover tuition and living expenses. However, recent warnings from a student leader in Rwanda suggest that these efforts may sometimes be misdirected. Ruot Mawich YakContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The Director General of the National Communication Authority (NCA), Gieth Kon Mathiang, has urged the public to adopt digital payment systems, highlighting their efficiency, reliability, and ability to reduce risks associated with handling cash. Speaking at a preparatory meeting in Juba, DG Mathiang emphasised that digital payments canContinue Reading
(JUBA) – South Sudan is set to begin the second phase of training for its Necessary Unified Forces by the end of August, according to Gen. Kuol Manyang Juk, Chairman of the National Transitional Committee (NTC) and senior presidential advisor. Gen. Manyang announced the plans following a meeting in JubaContinue Reading
(WARRAP) – Health officials in Twic County, Warrap State, have appealed to the government, humanitarian organisations, and well wishers to urgently restock medicines at local health facilities to save lives. The call follows severe shortages of essential drugs in several county health facilities, leaving medical staff unable to treat criticalContinue Reading
(JUBA) – South Sudan’s Vice President for the Economic Cluster, Dr. Benjamin Bol Mel, departed Juba on Tuesday for Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, on a mission to attract foreign investment and strengthen economic ties. Dr. Bol Mel, accompanied by senior government officials, is tasked with promoting opportunities for collaborationContinue Reading
