AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoDrought Response: WFP and the South Sudan government have launched the country’s first drought anticipatory action plan, targeting over 65,000 people in Budi and Kapoeta North with cash transfers and early warning support to protect food security before conditions worsen. Trade & Revenue: South Sudan Revenue Authority chief Moun Deng Ajuet renewed calls for urgent rehabilitation of the Juba–Nimule highway, saying the road’s poor condition slows trucks, raises costs, and delays revenue collection at the main import gateway. Border Enforcement: At Nimule, customs officials warned clearing agents against revenue fraud, including under-declaration and document falsification, threatening license withdrawal and penalties. Regional Transport Safety: Kenya’s EAC Affairs PS Caroline Karugu said talks with South Sudan are underway to improve security for Kenyan truck drivers on the Northern Corridor, with plans for military protection along the route. Labour & Institutions: Bank of South Sudan dissolved its workers’ union (BoSSWTU) after a staff sit-in, while workers reject the move as unlawful. Ebola Risk to Business Travel: The US suspended visa operations for South Sudan, DRC and Uganda due to the Ebola outbreak, disrupting tourist, student and business travel. Oil & Infrastructure Momentum: BB Energy secured three South Sudan crude cargoes as the country resumes oil-backed financing, aiming to restore access to crude financing.
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