By Lodu William Odiya Juba City Council has shut down a roadside tea spot allegedly used for selling and consuming illegal drugs during a crackdown on unauthorised structures in Hai Malakal. The operation was conducted during a follow-up inspection along Konyokonyo under the council’s development plan, as city authorities intensified[Read More…]
Business
Juba Council gives traders December 1 deadline to replace iron-sheet shops
By Sabri Dibaco Juba City Council has given traders until December 1, 2026, to replace iron-sheet shops with permanent structures, warning that non-compliant buildings will be removed after the deadline. The directive follows a consultative meeting between Juba Mayor Christopher Sarafino Wani Swaka, his deputy, the Director for Konyo-Konyo Zone[Read More…]
Motorists face $5,000 fine for damaging streetlights, Juba County
By Lodu William Odiya Authorities in Juba County have warned motorists against reckless driving, saying anyone who knocks down a streetlight pole will face a fine of $5,000 and three months’ imprisonment. The warning comes as the county continues efforts to improve street lighting and public safety along roads in[Read More…]
Revenue Authority warns officials over luxury spending
By Lodu William Odiya South Sudan’s revenue chief has warned public officials against using government funds to pay for expensive hotel accommodation and luxurious lifestyles. South Sudan Revenue Authority (SSRA) Commissioner General Rizig Dominic Samuel issued the warning on Monday during the launch of a training program at the authority’s[Read More…]
Juba County to ban manufacturers of spirit alcohol
By Lodu William Odiya The Caretaker Commissioner of Juba County, Kalisto Lado, has announced plans to shut down companies manufacturing spirit alcohol and shops selling the products as part of efforts to combat substance abuse and illegal drug-related activities in the county. He stated that the decision was reached during[Read More…]
Experts tell Finance Ministry to repay Central Bank overdrafts
By Deng Athian Financial experts have urged the Ministry of Finance to repay outstanding overdrafts owed to the Bank of South Sudan (BoSS), saying government borrowing and excessive spending are contributing to liquidity challenges in the banking sector. Stephen Omiri Obuor, a certified accountant, said repaying the government’s outstanding obligations[Read More…]
NBG business community urged to renew licenses
By Hou Akot Hou The caretaker administration of Northern Bahr el Ghazal State has urged business leaders in Aweil town to comply with local regulations and renew their trading licenses by December to boost local revenue collection. The directive was announced on Friday during a meeting between the caretaker Minister[Read More…]
NATION TALK: This nation must address trade barriers and secure the Juba–Nimule road
South Sudan must urgently address trade barriers and improve security along the Juba–Nimule Road to promote economic growth, protect traders, and reduce the cost of living for ordinary citizens. The Juba–Nimule Road is one of the country’s most important trade routes, connecting South Sudan to Uganda and other regional markets.[Read More…]
University of Juba set to get satellite ground station for science students
By Lodu William Odiya The Israeli government has reaffirmed its commitment to establishing a satellite ground station for science students at the University of Juba, a project expected to strengthen scientific research, technological learning, and higher education in South Sudan. The commitment was made during a meeting between the Caretaker[Read More…]
Senior Envoy Adut calls for support to develop water treatment plants in Juba
By Lodu William Odiya Senior Presidential Envoy on Special Program, Adut Salva Kiir, has called for potential support in developing water treatment plants in Juba and parts of the country. According to the Envoy’s press unit, Adut’s call came after meeting with the president of the Korea Water Resources Corporation[Read More…]
Uganda–South Sudan trade rises to $700 million as two countries move to deepen bilateral trade
By Lodu William Odiya Trade between Uganda and South Sudan has grown to an estimated US$700 million, up from about US$490 million in 2019, as the two neighbouring countries seek to address persistent border, infrastructure, and regulatory challenges that continue to raise the cost of doing business along the trade[Read More…]
Aweil West Women’s Association lose 12 million SSP to thief
By Hou Akot Hou A suspected thief has broken into a business kiosk in Udhum Payam, Aweil West County, Northern Bahr el Ghazal State, and stolen approximately SSP 12 million belonging to a local women’s association. The incident reportedly occurred early Wednesday morning while the shopkeeper was asleep. The suspect[Read More…]
Labour Ministry to regulate private employment agencies for Gulf countries’ jobs
By Lodu William Odiya The Ministry of Labour is formulating a policy and regulations to govern private employment agencies, a move aimed at improving the recruitment and deployment of South Sudanese citizens seeking jobs in Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. Once approved, Deborah Akech Kuocnin, Undersecretary of the Ministry of[Read More…]
Minister Ateny pushes telecom firms to expand rural network coverage
Writer: Louis Loku Caretaker Minister of Information, Communication Technology, and Postal Services, Ateny Wek Ateny, has held a consultative meeting with major telecommunications operators to strengthen cooperation between the government and the mobile network companies. The meeting brought together representatives from MTN, Zain, and Digital, with discussions focusing on improving[Read More…]
Juba County orders roadside businesses to vacate road reserve
By Louis Loku The Caretaker Commissioner of Juba County, Kalisto Lado Foustino, has inspected the ongoing construction of Kapuri Bridge and directed businesses operating along the main road to vacate the road reserve within seven days. The bridge project is being implemented by the National Ministry of Roads and Bridges[Read More…]
Op_Ed: A policy appeal for energy security, and affordable petroleum products
South Sudan stands at an important economic crossroads. As an oil-producing nation, the country should continue to examine how greater domestic value addition can translate its petroleum resources into tangible benefits for ordinary citizens, businesses, and the wider national economy. Developments surrounding major refinery projects in Africa, including the Dangote[Read More…]
UK says no practical funding for South Sudan’s December elections
By Lodu William Odiya The United Kingdom has said it will not provide practical financial support for South Sudan’s planned December 2026 general elections, with outgoing British Ambassador David Ashley citing the country’s competing humanitarian and development needs. Ashley said the UK wants to see elections take place but explained[Read More…]
OPINION: Who has taken our monthly salaries in South Sudan?
Writer: Ayuel Mangok Angui When a person is confused, he or she can ask a question in order to get full information from the people about what is happening around in a certain environment of being. Many things have been happening in South Sudan, and we have been keeping quiet[Read More…]
Op_Ed: Why electronic payment is a national economic priority for South Sudan
Writer: Abraham Makuei Ayool Though South Sudan has made strides towards digitalisation, with electronic payment platforms such as MTN MoMo and mGURUSH providing ordinary citizens and businesspeople with an avenue to send and receive money, pay and be paid, and conduct various other transactions, the general lack of cash and[Read More…]
Bank of South Sudan celebrates 11 retirees
By Ngor Deng Matem The Bank of South Sudan on Monday celebrated 11 staff members who have retired from service, including two Directors General, following years of dedicated service to the institution. According to the bank’s retirement policy, staff members retire upon reaching the age of 65. Addressing the retirees[Read More…]