Yakani commends gov’t for seeking solution to pension arrears
The move by the government to clear pension arrears for retired public servants has garnered praise from civil society activist, Edmund Yakani, executive Director of Community Empowerment for Progress Organisation (CEPO). On Monday, the Economic Cluster, chaired by Vice President Benjamin Bol Mel, approved a sum of SSP 43 billion and $75 million for the […]
Gov’t pledges to settle millions pension arrears after years of silence
After more than a decade of silence, the Government of South Sudan has finally addressed the long-standing issue of unpaid pension arrears, amounting to SSP 43 billion and USD 75 million accumulated since independence in 2011. The announcement was made following a high-level meeting between Vice President and Chairperson of the Economic Cluster, Dr. Benjamin […]
