Yeni Costa vows to restore confidence as he assumes Central Bank leadership
The newly appointed Governor of the Bank of South Sudan (BoSS), Yeni Samuel Costa, officially took charge on Monday, telling staff at the bank’s headquarters in Juba that he had returned “to settle an issue,” a declaration that drew applause and cheers from employees. Yeni, a veteran banker with 38 years of service, replaces Dr. […]
Kiir calls for better services as new Central Bank chiefs sworn in
President Salva Kiir Mayardit on Monday administered the oath of office to Yeni Samuel Costa as the new Governor of the Bank of South Sudan, urging him to act swiftly to resolve the nation’s growing liquidity challenges. Kiir urged the new Central Bank leadership to focus on restoring price stability, strengthening monetary policy, and ensuring […]
Will Central Bank’s auction revive South Sudan’s troubled economy?
The Bank of South Sudan (BOSS) has announced a new round of foreign exchange auctions for Thursday, August 7, 2025. The move is part of efforts to reassert control over the currency market and reduce reliance on black market dollar trading. According to the official notice, banks with access to the Refinitiv platform are required […]
BoSS recognizes Mobile Money as legal payment method
Bank of South Sudan (BoSS) has officially recognized mobile money as a valid and legal form of payment for goods and services. The move, BOSS said, aligns with the bank’s strategic plan for 2023-2027, which intends to increase the use of mobile money services among the adult population to 30% by 2027. In a statement […]
Equity Bank unveils cashless ‘Pay with Equity’ app in South Sudan
Equity Bank South Sudan has officially launched a new digital payment platform called ‘Pay with Equity’, a cashless system designed to enable customers and merchants to conduct transactions electronically, eliminating the need for physical cash. The mobile-based application allows Equity Bank account holders to pay for goods and services at zero transaction cost, provided the […]
