(JUBA COUNTY) – The management of Juba National Stadium has announced a move to use mobile money for all financial transactions, including ticket sales, facility rentals, and other services.
The decision comes as the stadium prepares to host the FIFA World Cup qualifier between South Sudan and Congo on 5 September, followed by South Sudan Premier League matches.
The stadium, which recently completed renovations, has a seating capacity of about 7,000. Officials say the shift to digital payments is aimed at positioning the venue as modern and suitable for both local and international competitions.
Ticket prices for upcoming matches will range from 3,000 South Sudanese Pounds (about 0.65 US dollars) to 50,000 South Sudanese Pounds (about 10.87 US dollars), depending on the seating category.
Ticket Prices:
| Seating Category | Price in SSP | Price in USD (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| Lowest | 3,000 SSP | $0.65 |
| Highest | 50,000 SSP | $10.87 |
In an interview, Stadium Director Jalal Abdullah Doka said mobile money would improve transparency, reduce costs, and ease crowd management at the gates.
“We are introducing a digital ticketing system relying on mobile money for payment. This will help us manage finances more effectively and reduce the costs and time spent on printing and counting paper tickets,” Doka said.
He added that government support for mobile money would make it easier to reduce congestion at entrances while promoting accountability.
The move follows the Bank of South Sudan’s formal legalisation of mobile money services in July 2025. The central bank recognised telecom operated platforms as legitimate methods of payment for goods and services.
The Bank of South Sudan said this policy is part of its 2023 to 2027 Strategic Plan, which seeks to increase mobile money use among adults to 30 percent by 2027. The plan also includes legal protections for mobile money users and service providers.
National Minister of Trade Atong Kual Manyang reaffirmed government support and encouraged traders across the country to adopt mobile money as a reliable and secure payment method.
Source: Jakony Media Agency
