AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoDigital Tax: A Zambian delegation visited South Sudan’s Revenue Authority to study its e-Tax and customs platforms, which officials say have improved revenue collection and accountability. Regional Trade: Uganda and South Sudan signed a trade MoU, promising joint committees and a roadmap to tackle border delays and costs. Bilateral trade has reached an estimated $700 million, but officials say progress will depend on implementation. Livestock: FAO says commercialising livestock, improving animal health and linking pastoralists to markets could boost incomes and growth. Business Costs: Juba manufacturers warn that rising city charges and levies are squeezing local producers; they called for consultation on new fees and more transparent digital payments. Prices and Forex: The average food basket cost held at SSP 133,602, while the parallel exchange rate averaged SSP 7,439 per US dollar, a 29% gap from the official rate.
Note: AI summary from news headlines; neutral sources weighted more to help reduce bias in the result. Feedback is welcome. Please let us know if you have any comments or suggestions about the AGP Executive Report.
Perspectify News
