By Mamer Abraham South Sudan anticipates hold its first-ever democratic elections in December, next year, but implementation of some provisions of peace agreement seem lethargic as the timeline approaches. Parties to the revitalized agreement (R-ARCSS) have been heard trading blames over lack of commitment to realization of the democratic elections.[Read More…]

By Mamer Abraham Internally Displaced Persons in Bentiu, Unity State of South Sudan are protesting against suspension of humanitarian assistance, as the agencies face constraints of resources. Visibly hungry protesters, most of whom are women and children, some with empty saucepans, on Wednesday, matched in the streets of Bentiu town.[Read More…]

By William Madouk A senior economist has suggested that South Sudan’s government distributes oil proceeds to citizens through cash transfer with a tax stipend as a proper way of managing the oil revenues. Prof. Shanta Devarajan, a Senior Director for Development Economics (DEC) and ex-acting Chief Economist at the World[Read More…]

By Mamer Abraham Reconstituted Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission commended the South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF) for holding accountable soldiers responsible for capital crimes against civilians. While addressing the August House yesterday, the R-JMEC Interim Chairperson Charles Tai Gituai reported that there has been progress in enforcing accountability among[Read More…]

  By Charles K. Mark In a display of support and unity, the South Sudan Basketball Team returned home to a hero’s welcome after a remarkable journey in the FIBA World Cup in the Philippines. Tears, chants and traditional dances marked the celebration as thousands flocked to Juba International Airport[Read More…]

By Mamer Abraham Reconstituted Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission (RJMEC) decries sluggish implementation of key tasks South Sudan’s revitalized peace agreement. RJMEC interim Chairperson, Charles Tai Gituai made the observation while giving quarterly report to the national Assembly, in Juba. He said that parties to the agreement lack commitment to[Read More…]

By Bida Elly David The Minister of Petroleum, Puot Kang Chol said plans are underway for South Sudan to establish its own oil pipeline following years of dependency on Sudan. Speaking during the second day of the national economic conference, Mr. Kang said the government faced numerous challenges, including paying[Read More…]

By Mamer Abraham Executive Secretary of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), Workneh Gebeyehu, has warned of a possible resurgence of climate risks in the region. Mr. Workneh was speaking during the Africa Climate Summit High-Level Ministerial Dialogue in Nairobi, Kenya. He said that climate change had imposed challenges on[Read More…]

By William Madouk A plenary discussion on the second day of the ongoing National Economic Conference was dominated by how the Bank of South Sudan (BoSS) could stabilize prices in the market. It all sparked off when Central Bank governor, Johnny Ohisa presented on the role of the BoSS in[Read More…]

By Charles K Mark President Salva Kiir has directed the new Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Dr. James Morgan Pitia, to address the financial challenges facing the country’s foreign missions. Kiir issued the directives to Amb. Morgan yesterday during his swearing-in. The president urged the newly appointed minister[Read More…]

By William Madouk United States, United Kingdoms and Norway said South Sudan does not have a conducive environment for business development and private sector investment. US Ambassador to Juba, Michael J. Adler commended while representing the three countries, normally referred to as TROIKA, during opening of South Sudan national Economic[Read More…]

By Charles K Mark Finance minister from the Arab Republic of Egypt calls for memorandum of understanding to end double taxation in South Sudan. Mohammed Ahmed Mohammed made the appeal on Monday, during his opening speech of the first ever South Sudan economic conference in Juba. “We hope that we[Read More…]

By Bida Elly David Vice President for Economic Cluster Dr. James Wani Igga has outlined insecurity, weak institutions, illiteracy and poor planning as major factors crippling South Sudan’s economy. Addressing the National Economic Forum on Monday, VP Igga said insecurity has deterred foreign investors from establishing businesses in the country,[Read More…]

By William Madouk South Sudan Economic Conference kicked off yesterday with an emphasis on revamping agricultural schemes and mining sector for economic stability. In his opening remarks, the National Minister of Finance, Bak Barnaba Chol, said the conference will enable the government to renew its commitment towards stabilizing the economy[Read More…]

By Charles K Mark Sudan’s Sovereign Council Chairman Gen. Abdel Fattah Al-Burhan considers President Salva Kiir Mayardit as better mediator for resolving Sudan war. Gen. Burhan declared his position on Monday after landing Juba for a meeting with South Sudan’s President Kiir on the Sudan crisis. The visit to Juba[Read More…]

By William Madouk South Sudanese traveling to Central African Republic (CAR) will now not be required to acquire visas, thanks to a visa waiver agreement signed on Saturday. A similar courtesy will be extended to citizens of Central African Republic as the two countries signed an agreement when President Faustin[Read More…]

By Charles K Mark South Sudan seeks financial support from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to support thousands of returnees and refugees who fled the war in Sudan. Humanitarian Affairs Minister, Albino Akok Atak, returned from Saudi Arabia after delivering a letter to His Majesty King of Saudi Arabia. According[Read More…]

By Bida Elly David University of Juba has announced that the institution will block students who have not paid their fees or those with balances from accessing the campus. Vice-Chancellor of the institution, John Akech issued a notice that effective from September 12th to September 202 all students should clear[Read More…]