No let-up in CES revenue dispute as battle over tax collection intensifies
The ongoing battle over revenue collection between Central Equatoria State (CES) and the National Revenue Authority (NRA) has escalated, with the former asserting its constitutional right to collect taxes despite the latter’s claims that only the national government holds such authority. The dispute stems from last week’s media briefing by the NRA, where its leadership […]
Activist slams government for turning salary payments into publicity stunts
Human rights activist Ter Manyang Gatwech has criticized the South Sudanese government for what he describes as the politicization of routine salary payments, saying it reflects deeper governance failures and erodes public trust. In a statement to the media, Monday, Ter Manyang said the government should stop turning civil servant salary disbursements into headline announcements. […]
Vivacell’s $2.9B compensation demand slashed to $48M in ruling favoring South Sudan
South Sudan has secured a major legal victory in a high-profile arbitration case against telecom operator Vivacell, with an international tribunal reducing the company’s $2.9 billion compensation claim to just $48.4 million. Michaeal Makuei, Minister of Information, Communication, Technology, and Postal Services, made the announce on Monday saying “This is a great achievement,” said Minister […]
