Economists urge government to stockpile fuel as Israel-Iran conflict deepens
As global concern grows over the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran, South Sudanese economists are urging the government to secure reserves of essential goods, particularly fuel, to cushion the potential economic shocks from the war. In an interview, prominent economist Abraham Maliet emphasized that the geopolitical tensions have already had ripple effects across the […]
South Sudan intercepts, returns 11 trucks of substandard fuel
South Sudan National Bureau of Standards (SSNBS) has intercepted a consignment of 11 trucks with substandard fuel at the Nimule border point and ordered their return to the country of origin. The trucks, attempting to enter South Sudan via the Nimule road on Monday, were stopped after the fuel was found to be substandard and […]
Sudan’s warning on oil closure shakes South Sudan’s fragile economy
South Sudan’s economic stability is under serious threat following Sudan’s notification of an imminent halt in crude oil exports. The decision, driven by escalating violence and insecurity, poses a devastating challenge to South Sudan’s leadership, already grappling with multiple crises compounded by conflict, governance struggles, and financial uncertainty. Sudan’s army-aligned government has informed energy firms […]
