AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoTax Compliance: The South Sudan Revenue Authority has set October 15 as the deadline for businesses to file returns and clear outstanding taxes, warning that unregistered firms without a Tax Identification Number risk penalties. Juba Revenue Reform: Juba City Council is considering digital revenue collection to reduce leakages and fund services including roads, sanitation and markets. Trade and Standards: A renovated Juba laboratory is expected to cut product-certification delays from two to three months to about one. South Sudan is also taking part in EAC talks on shared food-safety standards, which could support regional trade. Foreign Retailers: Juba County says foreign investors can operate in South Sudan but should focus on wholesale and larger investments, not small-scale retail. Uganda has urged South Sudan to protect lawful businesses and respect EAC rules, as traders report uncertainty. Mining Investment: The government has begun reviewing mining laws and regulations after 14 years, aiming to address gaps in the sector’s framework.
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