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Kiir, IMF discuss economic recovery

By Bosco Bush   Amidst an ailing economy, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has pledged support to South Sudan in the areas of economic management, technical systems, and policy advice. South Sudan’s economy is plunging as families grapple with high cost of living caused by hyperinflation and extreme currency depreciation.[Read More…]

Three injured in revenge attack

By Yang Ater Yang   At least three people were shot and wounded in a revenge attack in the Rumbek Central County area over the weekend, according to local authorities. Lakes State Police Spokesman Major Elijah Mabor Makuac told No. 1 Citizen Daily Newspaper on Monday that the overall security[Read More…]

MP slams Boda-Boda Association over extortion

By William Madouk   A legislator from the national legislative assembly criticized the Boda-boda Association in Juba for extorting money from bike riders and ignoring their concerns. Lawmaker Majak Abraham, who represents Jonglei State, stated that the South Sudan Boda-boda Association is focused on collecting membership fees but neglecting the[Read More…]

Finance Minister to face MPs’ wrath over economic decay

By William Madouk   A  member of national assembly has expressed grave concerns over the country’s deteriorating economic situation, marked by a skyrocketing exchange rate and runaway inflation. Legislator Natalina Amjima raised alarm over the failing economy, citing the fluctuating exchange rate that has weakened the value of the South Sudan[Read More…]