Date not stated in source · Humanitarian context
Fears as hundreds cut off amid flash flood in Yirol West County
Hundreds of Ahier Boma residents have been cut off from basic services after flash floods submerged several villages in the area.
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Heavy downpours in Yirol West County reportedly caused the Payil River to overflow, displacing residents living near its bank.
Local reports said many residents sought shelter on the main roads linking the area to Yirol town, while women and children faced health risks and inaccessible roads hampered efforts to provide assistance.
The government declared flood-affected parts of the country national disaster areas and appealed to humanitarian organisations and well-wishers to render assistance.
Date not stated in source · General South Sudan update
Boss directs commercial banks to freeze Silicone Valley accounts
The Bank of South Sudan directed commercial banks to freeze the accounts of the controversial company, Silicone Valley Shares.
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A letter obtained by Eye Radio stated that the company was still under investigation on issues related to compliance with South Sudan laws.
The directive followed complaints by South Sudanese citizens who said they had deposited money with the company in anticipation of making profits.
Police headquarters advised affected individuals to open a case, saying the online company was legally registered.
Date not stated in source · Regional development update
Lawmakers urged to speedily ratify African Free Trade Agreement
The East African Business Council urged lawmakers in South Sudan to support quick ratification of the African Continental Free Trade Area Agreement.
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The agreement is intended to help the EAC bloc tap into the continental market by reducing tariffs and covering policy areas such as trade facilitation and services.
Regional business representatives said the agreement could support job creation, trade diversification, agriculture, livestock, SMEs, public-private dialogue, and regional events in South Sudan.
