According to Radio Tamazuj, one of the staff members said the mission would remain closed until the South Sudanese government intervenes and addresses the outstanding payments. Long-distance trucks along the Malaba-Bungoma Highway PhotoThe closure has already affected South Sudanese seeking services at the embassy. Previously, the Nairobi mission faced a similar issue in November 2025, when the embassy was reportedly closed due to rent arrears before resuming operations. The closure also comes at a time when South Sudan is preparing for a change of leadership at its Nairobi mission. Reports indicated that South Sudan has been grappling with severe fiscal and cash-flow challenges, with its economy heavily dependent on oil revenues.