The Chairperson of the Central Equatoria State Chamber of Commerce has criticized a sharp increase in local taxes and fees in Juba, alleging that some businesses are now being charged up to 5 million South Sudanese Pounds in garbage collection fees. Continue reading “Business leaders protest SSP 5 million garbage fees imposed in Juba”
Author: James Atem
Kiir praises peace in Northern Bahr el Ghazal, pledges renaming of state university
President Salva Kiir has commended the prevailing peace and stability in Northern Bahr el Ghazal State, calling on residents to safeguard and sustain the calm as he addressed a public rally in Aweil. Continue reading “Kiir praises peace in Northern Bahr el Ghazal, pledges renaming of state university”
Bright Starlets eliminated from Olympic qualifiers after late Madagascar defeat
South Sudan’s Bright Starlets have been eliminated from the CAF Women’s Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Qualifiers after losing 1-0 to Madagascar in the second leg of their first-round tie. Continue reading “Bright Starlets eliminated from Olympic qualifiers after late Madagascar defeat”
South Sudan to benefit from new AfDB regional development projects
South Sudan is set to benefit from several new regional development projects planned by the African Development Bank (AfDB), following discussions between the Bank and the Ministry of Finance and Planning in Juba on Monday. Continue reading “South Sudan to benefit from new AfDB regional development projects”
Sudan women’s team suffer 30-0 defeat to Comoros in Olympic qualifiers
Sudan’s national women’s football team suffered an embarrassing 30-0 defeat to Comoros in the African qualifiers for the Los Angeles 2028 Women’s Olympic Football Tournament. Continue reading “Sudan women’s team suffer 30-0 defeat to Comoros in Olympic qualifiers”
UK envoy calls for dialogue to secure peaceful transition and elections
The United Kingdom Ambassador to South Sudan, David Ashley, has reiterated calls for dialogue among parties to the peace agreement to ensure a consensual end to the transitional period and the conduct of elections. Continue reading “UK envoy calls for dialogue to secure peaceful transition and elections”
Kiir pays tribute to SSPDF General Nichola Dhoyier Dak following his death
President Salva Kiir has paid tribute to late senior SSPDF General Nichola Dhoyier Dak following his death late last month. Continue reading “Kiir pays tribute to SSPDF General Nichola Dhoyier Dak following his death”
Four killed, three wounded in Bor cattle raid – Official
Authorities in Bor County in Jonglei State say 4 people were killed and 3 others wounded during a cattle raid on Sunday night. Continue reading “Four killed, three wounded in Bor cattle raid – Official”
Governor Adil approves new mining rules for Central Equatoria
The Governor of Central Equatoria State, Emmanuel Adil Anthony has approved a draft mining regulation developed by a state committee tasked with assessing and regulating artisanal mining activities across the state. Continue reading “Governor Adil approves new mining rules for Central Equatoria”
Foreign minister, Canadian envoy discuss strengthening relations
The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, James Pitia Morgan, and the Canadian Ambassador to South Sudan, Joanne Minns, have discussed bilateral relations following a meeting held in Juba. Continue reading “Foreign minister, Canadian envoy discuss strengthening relations”
