Wau residents urge action as cost of living continues to climb
Residents of Wau are increasingly struggling to cope with the rising cost of living as prices of basic commodities continue to surge in local markets, raising fresh concerns about the country’s fragile economic situation. Interviews conducted by Standard Zone News reveal that households are finding it difficult to meet daily needs, with many saying their […]
CES government directs chamber to regulate market prices
The Central Equatoria State (CES) government has tasked the state Chamber of Commerce with regulating market prices, following public outcry over persistent price hikes. The directive comes amid the ongoing depreciation of the South Sudanese Pound (SSP) against foreign currencies, particularly the US dollar, which continues to drive commodity prices higher. Combined with salary delays […]
