River Nile Route: CDF orders immediate removal of illegal checkpoints
The Chief of Defense Forces (CDF) of the South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF), Gen. Paul Nang Majok, has issued a directive for the immediate dismantling of all unauthorized checkpoints along the River Nile, in a move aimed at improving trade and easing transportation. In a statement to the media on Friday, the SSPDF Spokesperson, […]
Gov’t to establish market court to hold corrupt dealers accountable
The government has unveiled plans to establish a specialized business court to hold corrupt dealers and tax evaders accountable. This move, according to senior government officials, is meant to tackle persistent corruption within the country’s marketplaces. Speaking at the launch of the National Trade Forum at Radisson Blu Hotel, National Minister of Livestock and Fisheries, […]
Conflict, climate shocks, and oil disruptions cripple economic growth – Kuol
South Sudan’s economic growth remains crippled by persistent conflict, climate-related shocks, and disruptions in oil production, according to the National Minister of Trade and Industry, Atong Kuol Manyang. Speaking during the launch of the First National Trade Forum held Thursday at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Juba, Kuol expressed concern over the country’s fragile economic […]
Gov’t convenes national trade forum to boost economic growth
The government has launched the first National Trade Forum to explore challenges facing the private sector in achieving economic growth. The two-day event gathers key stakeholders to discuss and find solutions to the challenges hindering growth of the country’s private sector, which largely remains underdeveloped. Speaking at the opening session, Kawaja Kau Madol, Undersecretary in […]
President Kiir seeks stronger diplomacy amidst challenges
President Salva Kiir is pressing Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Amb. Monday Semaya Kumba, to intensify efforts in strengthening international relationships. The call, made during a meeting at the Presidential Palace on Wednesday, comes as South Sudan faces diplomatic challenges. A key concern that has strained bilateral relations is the recent decision by […]
Civil servants voice frustrations over delayed salaries
Civil servants have expressed growing frustration over delays in their monthly salary payments, citing a lack of government action despite prior assurances. This discontent follows a statement released last month by Dr. Benjamin Bol Mel, Vice President and Chairperson of the Economic Clusters, reaffirming the government’s commitment to timely salary payments for civil servants and […]
U.S. grants visas to South Sudan delegation for major IMF, World Bank meetings
The United States has officially granted visas to a high-level South Sudanese delegation set to attend the 2025 Spring Meetings of the World Bank and International Monetary Fund (IMF) in Washington, D.C. This development follows a day of discussions between South Sudan’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Monday Semaya, and the U.S. Ambassador to South […]
Against all odds: Disabled teen shoe shiner defies economic hardship in Juba
As South Sudan grapples with a crippling economic downturn – marked by soaring prices, a volatile exchange rate, and dwindling oil revenues – resilience becomes the currency of survival for many citizens. For 16-year-old Kiir Kiir Bol, a physically disabled youth from Malualkon in Aweil East County, hope shines through the polish on the shoes […]
Jonglei constructs dykes to counter potential flood threat
In anticipation of potential floods as the rainy season begins, Jonglei State authorities are doubling efforts to construct major dykes to prevent devastation. According to a statement seen by Standard Zone News, Jonglei Governor Dr. Riek Gai Kok, has directed county commissioners to ensure the construction of numerous dykes. Currently, the state has started construction […]
Community outcry spurs action on slaughterhouse hygiene
The Bilnyang and Dubai slaughterhouses located in Mangala Payam have been closed by the Central Equatoria State government due to poor waste management and associated health risks. The decision follows growing concerns from residents of Gumbo regarding the unsanitary conditions and solid waste issues at these facilities, which they claim have led to an increase […]
