SSNBS blocks contaminated maize flour from entering South Sudan
South Sudan National Bureau of Standards (SSNBS) has intercepted and rejected a large consignment of maize flour destined for South Sudanese markets. The action was taken after laboratory tests revealed the flour contained dangerously high levels of aflatoxins, making it unsafe for human consumption. The entire shipment has been ordered to be immediately re-exported to […]
Adut Salva begins duties with visit to Central Equatoria governor
South Sudan’s newly appointed Senior Presidential Envoy on Special Programs, Adut Salva Kiir, has officially commenced her duties with a courtesy visit to Central Equatoria State Governor Lt. Gen. Rabi Mujung Emmanuel. The meeting, held Monday at the Governor’s office in Juba, centered on fostering stronger collaboration between the Office of the Presidential Envoy and […]
27,500 families to benefit from €48m development programme
More than 27,000 households across South Sudan will receive new international support after Germany, the Netherlands and the European Union expanded a €48 million rural development initiative to Central Equatoria State. The Community Driven Rural Development (CDRD) Project is designed to improve food security, strengthen market access and empower women and youth in rural communities. […]
NBG citizens question priorities in newly approved SSP 40.5 billion budgets
Citizens of Northern Bahr el Ghazal state have expressed concerns that the newly approved fiscal year budget for 2025-2026 is inadequate to address pressing public needs. The concerns come after Northern Bahr el Ghazal State Council of Ministers passed a SSP 40.5 billion budget on August 15, 2025, during a council meeting chaired by Governor […]
Revenue Authority orders immediate halt to use of old financial forms
In a move to prevent misuse and revenue leakages, the South Sudan Revenue Authority (SSRA) has issued a public notice urging individuals and institutions to stop using outdated financial forms and switch to new customized ones for official transactions. Speaking to the press on Thursday at the SSRA headquarters, Commissioner Simon Akuei Deng said the […]
President Kiir hands daughter Adut senior envoy role
President Salva Kiir Mayardit has appointed his daughter, Adut Kiir Mayardit, as Senior Presidential Envoy for Special Programmes, a position previously held by the current Vice President, Dr. Benjamin Bol Mel. The post has long been considered influential, serving as a bridge between the presidency and key national programmes. Bol Mel held it before being […]
Humanitarian crisis looms as imminent floods threaten millions, warns minister
South Sudan is on the brink of humanitarian catastrophe as impending floods are projected to impact millions of citizens, warned Albino Akol Atak, Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management. Akol, who briefed the heads of state regarding the humanitarian situation in South Sudan on Wednesday, stated that the crisis is expected to peak between […]
CES governor proposes special courts to handle powerful land grabbers
Central Equatoria State, governor, Rabi Mujung Emmanuel, has proposed a plan to establish a special court to deal with land grabbing and other land disputes in the state. This was revealed after a meeting between Governor Mujung and Chief Justice Baak Deng on Tuesday, where key concerns of land issues and social crimes topped their […]
Egypt pledges more scholarships, training support to South Sudan
Egypt has pledged to increase scholarships and training opportunities for South Sudanese students and professionals as part of efforts to strengthen bilateral relations and build national capacity. The commitment was announced during a farewell meeting in Juba between Egypt’s outgoing Ambassador, Moataz, and South Sudan’s Minister of Information, Communication Technology and Postal Services, Michael Makuei […]
South Sudan economist warns of economic paralysis as cash dries up
A Senior South Sudanese economist is warning that the economy risks grinding to a halt unless the central bank acts quickly to address the country’s worsening cash shortage. Sunday Manyang Agok said, the poor fiscal discipline and weak monetary management have drained liquidity from the system, leaving businesses struggling and families unable to afford daily […]
