President Salva Kiir Mayardit Renames University of Northern Bahr el Ghazal ‎

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‎President Salva Kiir Mayardit has announced the renaming of the University of Northern Bahr el Ghazal to the University of Aweil and directed the national parliament to formalize its status as a public university. ‎ ‎The announcement was made during the president’s visit to Aweil, where he pledged government support for higher education and institutional development in the region. ‎ ‎President Kiir instructed lawmakers to undertake the necessary legal procedures to ensure the newly renamed University of Aweil is fully recognized as a public university under South Sudan’s higher education framework. ‎ ‎The move is expected to strengthen access to higher education in Northern Bahr el Ghazal and enhance the university’s role in training skilled professionals to support national development. ‎ ‎Further details on the parliamentary process and implementation timeline are yet to be announced.
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South Sudan And Eritrea Agreed To Commence Direct Flights Between The Two Nations

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South Sudan and Eritrea signed an agreement today to commence direct flights between the two countries. 

Paulos Kahsai the  Director General Of Eritrean Civil Aviation Authority today met with Director Of Aviation Safety Of South Sudan Civil Aviation Authority to plan the partnership between the two nations. 

According to reports from Eritrea Civil Aviation Authority, South Sudan Golden Wings Airline has already commence flights between the two countries. 

The two countries are 872 miles (1,400 km) apart. Given their geographical proximity, the two nations have realized the potential benefits of their partnership. In June last year, an agreement was signed to establish direct flights between Juba and Asmara, which would be essential for business, trade, and tourism.

After gaining independence from Sudan, South Sudan became the world youngest nation in the year 2011. The country aviation industry was relatively small up to date. 

South Sudan has only two international airports and Juba International Airport is one of them. Juba international airport handles local passengers and cargo and ever since the airport has been under development.

In the year 2016-2019 Juba International Airport was ranked among the worst airport in the world. 

Following investment from the government, the airport has seen some minor improvements, including the opening of a new passenger terminal in 2018. Turkish Airlines, Kenya Airways, Ethiopian Airlines, and Uganda Airlines are some notable airlines operating flights to Juba.






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