Opinion | Implications of restrictions on NGO involvement in political activities in South Sudan

The recent restrictions imposed by the Relief and Rehabilitation Commission (RRC) on the involvement of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in political activities have sparked considerable debate among government institutions, civil society …

South Sudan urged to see refugees as entrepreneurs, not beneficiaries

Refugees are contributing to South Sudan’s economy as entrepreneurs, employers and business owners, officials and aid agencies said on Thursday, urging investment in programmes that help displaced people build livelihoods. The appeal came during an event …

Parallel monetary institutions risk splitting Sudan's economy, observers warn

KHARTOUM, June 13 (Xinhua) -- As Sudan's war seeps deeper into the economy, observers have warned that the continued expansion of so-called parallel monetary institutions risks splitting the country's banking system and undermining market stability …

Junior Starlets humiliate Sudan 16 to nill in ruthless CECAFA under 17 goal fest

The Kenya U-17 women’s national football team, Junior Starlets, delivered a historic statement of intent at the CECAFA U-17 Women’s Championship after thrashing Sudan 16-0 in a Group A match that was abandoned before full time due to injuries suffered by …

2026 World Cup opener exposes geopolitical tensions as African fans turn against South Africa

By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent The opening matches of the 2026 FIFA World Cup have exposed a stark absence of the pan-African solidarity that historically defines the tournament. Instead of uniting behind their continental neighbors …

PHOTOS: Rwandan peacekeepers provide free medical services to South Sudan civilians

South Sudan Approves SSP 11.3 Trillion Budget to Drive Food Security, Economic Diversification and Sustainable Peace

By Deng Machol JUBA, South Sudan – South Sudan’s Economic Cluster has approved a proposed budget of 11.335 trillion South Sudanese Pounds (SSP) for the 2026/2027 fiscal year, underscoring the government’s determination to strengthen economic resilience …

South Sudanese Businessman Abducted in Kenya Is Being Held at Juba Military Base, Amnesty Says

A South Sudanese whistleblower allegedly abducted in Kenya earlier this week is being held in a military base, Amnesty now says.  Athorbey Al-Gaddhaffy-Dit, who also has Kenyan citizenship, is said to be held at a camp in Juba days after he disappeared …

Amnesty Reveals Whereabouts of South Sudanese Businessman Abducted in Kenya

A South Sudanese whistleblower allegedly abducted in Kenya earlier this week is being held in a military base, Amnesty now says.  Athorbey Al-Gaddhaffy-Dit, who also has Kenyan citizenship, is said to be held at a camp in Juba days after he disappeared …

Opinion| Swapping South Sudan’s currency to resolve the liquidity crisis: A practical policy blueprint with global ...

1. Executive Summary: South Sudan is undergoing an unprecedented macroeconomic deadlock, and one of the key facets of this deadlock is a sustained liquidity crisis. Large quantities of South Sudan Pounds (SSP) exist outside the banking system, …