By Kei Emmanuel Duku A recent report released by the World Bank reveals that South Sudan’s annual fish catch, estimated at 300,000 tons, possesses the potential to generate approximately $300 million from exports to countries within the East African Community region. The report further highlights that the livestock sector provides[Read More…]
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Juba set for 24th EAC trade fair
By No. 1 Citizen A stage is set for the 24th East African Community (EAC) Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) Trade Fair, scheduled to take place from 26th October – 5th November 2024 in Juba, South Sudan. More than 1,500 Exhibitors from EAC Partner States are expected to[Read More…]
NBG governor urged to empower women
By Hou Akot Hou Chairperson of Women’s Association in Northern Bahr el Ghazal state, Ms. Awan Riiny Lual, has called on the newly appointed governor to work towards reducing restrictions on women’s participation in all structures of governance in the state. Ms. Lual emphasized that women leaders could have[Read More…]
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Harnessing the Digital Tide: The Church, Banking, and the Promise of Progress in South Sudan
By James Luala In the heart of South Sudan, where the church is not only a spiritual beacon but also a pillar of communal strength, an unprecedented transformation is taking root – the advent of digital banking. As the Head of International Development Groups at Stanbic Bank, I had[Read More…]
Commodity prices surge as US Dollar soars
By Bida Elly David South Sudan faces escalating inflation characterized by a rising US dollar against the South Sudanese pound (SSP). Prices of essential goods like maize flour, beans, and cooking oil have jumped significantly, putting pressure on household budgets. No.1 Citizen Daily Newspaper established on Sunday, in[Read More…]
Fish traders decry hefty taxes
By Charles K Mark Fish traders operating in Jonglei State’s capital, Bor, have voiced their grievances about the high taxes imposed on them by the local government. The taxes, according to the traders, are having a detrimental impact on their ability to grow their businesses and succeed as[Read More…]
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MTN to empower 50 women entrepreneurs through Y’ello care
By William Madouk The leading mobile telecom company, MTN South Sudan, has launched its flagship 21 Days of Y’ello Care campaign aimed at empowering women entrepreneurs in the country. MTN teamed up with the Ministry of Gender, Child and Social Welfare and the South Sudan Women Entrepreneurs Association [SSWEA] to[Read More…]
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South Sudan Needs a Holistic Water Management Strategy to Break the Cycle of Water Insecurity and Fragility
By Firas Raad, World Bank Country Manager for South Sudan South Sudan must leverage its water endowment and move towards a long-term development approach to address water insecurity South Sudan faces a vicious cycle of water insecurity and fragility. Decades of conflict and social instability have undermined the ability of[Read More…]
Gondokoro vegetable farmers decry lack of farming tools
By Bida Elly David Vegetable sellers from Gondokoro Island in Central Equatoria State have raised concerns over lack of farming equipment for their produce. According to the farmers, the absence of the tools has contributed to low production that resulted into poor supply in the market. Speaking to No.1.Citizen Daily[Read More…]
Kush Bank unveils free deposits and withdrawals
By Bida Elly David Kush commercial bank has gloriously initiated and introduced fee-free deposits and withdrawals in all their branches across the Country aimed at breaking down financial defies as well as showing commitment to boost credit facilities inform of offering cash to women traders aimed at strengthening their financial[Read More…]
Kush Bank introduces fee-free to boost financial inclusion
By Gladys Kole Kush Bank South Sudan, a national financial entity has yesterday made historical announcement as the first and only bank to break down the barriers to financial inclusion by introducing fee-free deposits and withdrawals across all its branches. The new promotional service will come into effect as of[Read More…]