JUBA – The Embassy of South Sudan in Nairobi, Kenya, is expected to reopen today, Thursday, 13th November 2025, a week after it was shut down by the landlord due to unpaid rental fees.
On 8th November 2025, the Embassy of South Sudan in Kenya shut down after failing to pay rent for several months, forcing staff out of the building located in Kilimani, Nairobi.
The closure followed repeated delays in settling arrears of $9,000, leaving embassy operations at a standstill.
In a statement issued on Wednesday, the embassy said it will resume full operations after resolving what it described as “internal administrative arrangements”.
“The Embassy of the Republic of South Sudan in Nairobi wishes to inform the public, the South Sudanese community, and all partners in Kenya that normal operations will resume tomorrow, following the successful addressing of internal administrative arrangements that had temporarily affected its services over the past few days,” it said.
The embassy apologised to citizens, clients and stakeholders for any inconvenience caused by shut shutdown.
“The Embassy sincerely apologises to all citizens, clients, and stakeholders for any inconvenience caused by this brief interruption. The temporary closure arose from administrative adjustments which have now been fully addressed through constructive engagement and cooperation with all relevant authorities.”
It further expressed gratitude to the Government of Kenya, the media and South Sudanese community and the general public for their “continued support and understanding.”
“As operations resume, the Embassy reaffirms its unwavering commitment to delivering efficient consular services, protecting the interests of South Sudanese citizens, and strengthening the enduring bonds of friendship and cooperation between the Republic of South Sudan and the Republic of Kenya,” it said.
The Mission further assured all South Sudanese students, businesspersons, travellers, and members of the diaspora that it remains dedicated to promoting their welfare and facilitating diplomatic, consular, and community engagements without further disruption.
“The Embassy also extends its sincere appreciation to the Government of the Republic of Kenya for its continued support and partnership, and to the media for their professionalism and understanding.”
South Sudan has struggled to maintain its diplomatic missions abroad as the country grapples with a protracted economic crisis.
In September, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation announced that it was downsizing staff at foreign missions to cut costs. It is unclear whether the measure has been implemented.
