(JUBA) – As South Sudan continues to rebuild and reshape its economy, Jakony.com® has emerged as the country’s largest and most trusted source of real time business news. Launched in June 2025, Jakony.com® is helping redefine how South Sudanese businesses communicate, grow, and connect with their audiences both locally and abroad.
From energy and agriculture to banking and ecommerce, Jakony.com® offers a comprehensive view of the country’s business landscape, spotlighting major brands, new ventures, policy shifts, and investment trends.
A Business Portal Built for South Sudan
Jakony.com® operates as a digital first business media agency based in South Sudan, with a mission to deliver factual, timely and accessible news to entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers and everyday citizens. Through its Brand Pages, the platform highlights the work and growth of local companies, creating a space for recognition, visibility and networking.
In a country where access to credible business information remains limited, Jakony.com® plays a vital role in informing the market and building a business savvy public.
“We believe business news should be accessible and relevant to all,” said a spokesperson for Jakony Media Agency®. “Our mission is to amplify South Sudan’s entrepreneurial spirit.”
Business Categories Covered
Jakony.com® delivers news and insights across more than 20 business sectors, all tailored to reflect South Sudan’s local context and economic ambitions:
| Category | Focus |
|---|---|
| Brand Pages | Showcases profiles and milestones of local brands, startups, and SMEs. |
| Business | Reports on market dynamics, trade updates, investment activity and policy. |
| Agriculture | Covers agribusiness, food production, climate smart farming and exports. |
| Banking | Tracks digital banking growth, financial inclusion and regulatory news. |
| Cars & Auto | Details on imports, transport trends, car dealerships and local mobility. |
| Ecommerce | Follows digital trade, mobile platforms, payments and logistics startups. |
| Economy | Macroeconomic analysis: inflation, GDP, government budgets and reforms. |
| Energy | News on oil, power generation, solar energy and renewables. |
| Finance | Tracks capital flows, loans, fundraising and fiscal strategies. |
| Fisheries | Examines fish trade, sustainability, aquaculture and local livelihoods. |
| Forestry | Highlights timber trade, conservation and forest management efforts. |
| Infrastructure | Covers road, water, housing and urban development projects. |
| Insurance | Focuses on insurance penetration, policies, and financial safety nets. |
| Investing | Highlights investment deals, diaspora funding, and venture capital. |
| Manufacturing | Tracks local production, food processing, and industrial development. |
| Markets | Currency, commodity prices, and forex trends. |
| Mining | Reports on oil, minerals, and resource exploration and licensing. |
| Real Estate | Covers property trends, rentals and urban expansion. |
| Technology | Reports on tech innovation, apps, startups and digital infrastructure. |
| Travel & Tourism | Explores domestic tourism, hospitality and cultural promotion. |
Serving Readers and Business Leaders
Jakony.com® is also business intelligence hub for South Sudan. The platform has attracted growing interest from government agencies, investors, development partners and universities eager to understand South Sudan’s emerging sectors and entrepreneurial momentum.
Its database of stories, accessible across desktop and mobile platforms, allows users to track businesses, access historical records and monitor industry trends. Every story is carefully written to promote understanding, accountability and market confidence.
Featuring South Sudanese Brands
One of the standout features of Jakony.com® is its Brand Pages section, which enables companies to publish corporate updates, share press releases and tell their stories. Local businesses from mobile money agents in Yambio to tech hubs in Juba now have a credible platform to reach wider audiences.
Championing Economic Storytelling
Jakony.com®’s editorial approach is simple. Write clearly, report factually and always focus on the South Sudanese reader. With content written in plain English and structured to suit online reading patterns, the platform ensures information is accessible to all, including first time business readers and diaspora investors.
