(AWEIL, NORTHERN BAHR EL GHAZAL) – Former South Sudanese Vice President Benjamin Bol Mel, once widely regarded as a potential successor to President Salva Kiir, has now spent close to 200 days under house arrest, as calls for his release continue to grow during a presidential visit to Northern BahrContinue Reading
(JUBA) – South Sudan’s Economic Cluster has endorsed a proposed national budget of SSP 11.335 trillion for the 2026 to 2027 fiscal year, equivalent to about US$1.95 billion at the current market exchange rate of SSP 5,800 per US dollar. The draft budget was approved during an ordinary meeting chairedContinue Reading
South Sudan’s transition remains unfinished, not only because of weak institutions, repeated political crises and a lack of political will, but also because the country has yet to agree on a shared national vision. At the centre of the problem is a deeper question: What kind of state, system ofContinue Reading
(JUBA) – Trade activity between South Sudan and Uganda has fallen significantly this week as security measures tied to the Ugandan general election block cross border logistics. A total suspension of internet services across Uganda, combined with the decision by many transport companies to halt movements, has left hundreds ofContinue Reading
(JUBA) – President Salva Kiir Mayardit has ordered the National Revenue Authority to intensify tax collection and ensure full enforcement of existing tax laws, as the government seeks to strengthen domestic revenue and reduce pressure on public finances. The directive was issued after a briefing by the Commissioner General ofContinue Reading
(JUBA) – President Salva Kiir Mayardit has been briefed on the resumption of oil and gas production at key oil fields and the payment of staff salary arrears at the national oil company, underlining the sector’s importance to South Sudan’s economy. The briefing took place on January 14th, 2026, whenContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) has referred the Mining Act 2012 (Amendment) Bill 2026 back to the joint Committees on Mining and on Legislation and Justice for further review and expansion. Lawmakers noted that the bill requires broader consultation, including public hearings, because it concerns South Sudan’sContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The Government of South Sudan has dismissed as unfounded allegations that it is obstructing U.S. foreign assistance in Ayod County of Jonglei State and in Western Bahr el-Ghazal. The claims were made following a U.S. announcement on 8 January 2026 that aid to Ayod County had been suspendedContinue Reading
(JUBA COUNTY) – The Governor of Central Equatoria State, Emmanuel Adil Anthony, has called on state secretariat staff to open bank accounts to enable the payment of salaries in line with national government guidelines, as the state continues to face economic pressure and delays in salary payments. Governor Adil madeContinue Reading
The U.S. Embassy’s New Year statement on South Sudan’s oil revenues, as reported by Amnons Media Agency, is presented as a principled appeal for peace, accountability, and social responsibility. Its call for the payment of civil servants, soldiers, and police recognises an undeniable reality: the state has failed to meetContinue Reading
