South Sudan refugees face hunger as aid funds run out
More than 650,000 refugees and asylum seekers in South Sudan are at risk of losing access to lifesaving food, nutrition and other humanitarian assistance as aid agencies warn of critical funding shortages. The United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR) and the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) said on Friday that without urgent funding, food and […]
Former finance minister Kosti Manibe dies in Nairobi
Former South Sudan Finance Minister Kosti Manibe Ngai has died in Nairobi after a prolonged illness related to heart disease, his family confirmed on Tuesday. Manibe died at M.P. Shah Hospital, where he had been receiving treatment after undergoing an operation. “He underwent an operation and was admitted to the hospital on July 28 and […]
SNV pushes self-reliance agenda for South Sudan’s farmers
Global development organisation SNV is calling for a shift from humanitarian dependence to sustainable economic growth in South Sudan, arguing that empowering farmers with modern skills, technology and market access is the most effective path to tackling chronic food insecurity and rural poverty. Speaking during a media engagement and demonstration visit at the University of […]
Central Equatoria State sets SSP94 billion budget cap for 2026/27
The Central Equatoria State Council of Ministers has approved a spending ceiling of more than 94 billion South Sudanese pounds (SSP) for the 2026/27 fiscal year, paving the way for the preparation of the state’s annual budget. The decision was reached during an extraordinary Cabinet meeting chaired by Governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony on Tuesday, where […]
South Sudan opens new Juba Airport terminal
President Salva Kiir Mayardit has officially inaugurated the new Terminal Three at Juba International Airport, marking a major milestone in South Sudan’s efforts to modernize its aviation infrastructure and improve international air transport services. The commissioning ceremony, held on Thursday in Juba, brought together senior government officials, diplomats, aviation stakeholders and development partners to witness […]
Expert casts doubt on government’s new economic reform committee
A South Sudanese economist has questioned whether the government’s newly established High-Level Ministerial Committee on Economic Reform has the technical capacity needed to steer the country out of its prolonged economic crisis. Dr. Abraham Maliet said while the creation of the committee signals the government’s intention to tackle mounting economic challenges, ministers alone cannot deliver […]
South Sudan seeks stronger digital policies to support economic growth
South Sudan has renewed its push to strengthen digital governance policies, with government officials and technology stakeholders saying improved regulation, cybersecurity and digital inclusion are essential to unlocking economic growth and expanding access to online services. The call came during the South Sudan Internet Governance Forum (SSIGF) 2026, which brought together representatives from government institutions, […]
Children survive on leaves, water Lilies as hunger crisis deepens in Jonglei
Children and families in parts of Jonglei State are surviving on leaves, water lilies and seeds meant for planting as escalating conflict, displacement and flooding drive communities deeper into hunger and push some areas closer to famine, Save the Children has warned. The humanitarian organization said worsening insecurity has severely disrupted aid operations across parts […]
Harassed, undocumented, yet determined: The untold story of refugee traders in South Sudan
Every morning before sunrise, Yasin Osman Adam Mohamed loads goods onto a vehicle bound for one of Juba’s bustling markets. Like thousands of Sudanese refugees who fled war and instability in neighboring Sudan, he is trying to rebuild a life shattered by conflict. But while entrepreneurship has offered a path toward survival and dignity, refugee […]
South Sudan’s oil output hits 174,000 barrels per day
South Sudan’s oil production has climbed to approximately 174,000 barrels per day, marking a significant milestone for the country’s petroleum industry and signaling renewed momentum in a sector that remains the backbone of the national economy. The achievement was announced on Thursday by the Ministry of Petroleum during a ceremony in Juba recognizing the efforts […]
