AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoICT Regulation Push: South Sudan’s Information Minister Ateny Wek Ateny briefed President Salva Kiir on plans to establish an ICT Authority to regulate internet service providers, aiming to improve governance and expand youth jobs while awaiting enabling legislation in parliament. Central Bank Oversight: Bank of South Sudan governor Dr. Addis Ababa Othow ordered tighter monitoring of tax collection and remittance through commercial banks, stressing transparency and faster transfers to the state. Market Pressure in Yei: Yei River County retailers say soaring prices of soap, sugar and cooking oil are squeezing small businesses, blaming currency depreciation and urging government action to stabilize commodities. Ebola Funding & Border Readiness: The US announced an extra $242m for Ebola response and preparedness in DRC and Uganda, while South Sudan continues border screening and awareness efforts to reduce cross-border spread. Food Security Threat: WFP warns El Niño could worsen hunger across East and Southern Africa, with up to 49 million more people facing acute food insecurity by 2027. Tourism Opportunity: South Sudan is set to use UNESCO’s inscription of the Boma-Badingilo Migratory Landscape to boost tourism, wildlife conservation and local livelihoods. Upper Nile Reshuffle: President Kiir overhauled Upper Nile State leadership, replacing officials across ministries, counties and commissions.
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