market survey report for south sudan
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Background of South Sudan
Fast Facts: South Sudan
Date of independence; 9th July 2011
The President of the Republic of South
Sudan is President Salva Kiir Mayardit
The total Population of South Sudan is
8.26 million (2008 Census). Of this
4.29 million are male, and 3.97 million
are female.
Total Area of South Sudan is 644,329 sq.
km
More than half (51%) of the population is
below the age of 18.
72% of the population is below age 30
83% of the population is rural
The average number of members in a
private household in Southern Sudan
is 7.
78% of households depend on crop
farming or animal husbandry as their
primary source of livelihood
The country is made up of ten states as follows;
Population Distribution 83% of the population is residing in rural areas.
Population density The population density of the country is 13 p /sq. km
Population Growth The population is growing at the rate of 7% per annum.
Background of South Sudan continued…..
Fast Facts: South Sudan
Revenue from oil proceeds accounts for
more than 97% of GOSS revenue
27% of the adult population is literate
51% of the population live below the
poverty line
55% of the population has access to
improved sources of drinking water
The Capital City of South Sudan is Juba.
Its also the largest city
The population of Juba is estimated to be
350,000 people
Juba has average yearly high temperature
of 94.1˚F (34.5˚C) and an average yearly
low temperature of 70.9˚F (21.6˚C).
The most rainfall in South Sudan is
between the months of April and October.
The average yearly total for rainfall is 37.54
inches (953.7 mm).
Official languages: English & Juba Arabic
Time zone: East African Tim
Currency: South Sudanese Pound
Number of Ethnic Groups: 200+
Panoramic view of Southern Sudan landscape
Mineral Resources
Rich in oil, iron ore, gold, silver, copper, aluminum, coal,
uranium, chromium ore, copper, zinc, mica, diamond, quartz
and tungsten.
Water Resources
The River Nile is the dominant geographic feature in South
Sudan, flowing across the country. Another major River is
River Yei flowing through Yei county, Central Equatoria State.
South Sudan is home to the world’s largest swamp, the Sudd,
which covers a total area of 30,000 square kilometres
Background of Juba, Yei & Rumbek
Fast Facts: Juba
Near the border of Uganda - 200km
from Nimule
Served by Juba International Airport
Governed by a Mayor & a council
government
Located in Central Equatoria, Juba
County
550 meters above sea-level
Temperatures range from lows of 25
degrees to highs of 43 degrees
Time zone: East African Time
Currency: South Sudanese Pound
Cosmopolitan City
Growth of the city described as ‘chaotic’
Est. population: 372,410 people
Home to Juba University – One of 4
public universities in South Sudan
Alsabah Children’s hospital is in Juba;
the only pediatric facility in S Sudan
A picture of Ministries Road, Juba
2016
The year that the Capital City of the
Republic of South Sudan is
scheduled to move to Ramciel in
Lakes State 250km away from Juba
Background of Juba, Yei & Rumbek
A picture of the Yei landscape
Main Business Activity
• Retailing & wholesaling of FMCG
goods by mostly Ugandans & Eritreans
Fast Facts: Yei
• Near the borders of Uganda & DRC
• Served by Yei Airstrip situated 30
kilometres from the town
• 170 km from Juba town by road
• Large river, River Yei flowing through
the town
• Time zone: East African Time
• Currency: South Sudanese Pound
• Main Ethnic Groups: Gimunu,
Azande & Pojulu
• Est. population: 185,000 people
• Home to Yei Agricultural and
Mechanical University – One of the 4
public universities in South Sudan
Background of Juba, Yei & Rumbek
Fast Facts: Rumbek
Located in Lakes State
It’s the Capital of Lakes State
It’s the headquarters of Lakes State administration
Was the temporary administrative centre of GOSS
before Juba was declared the official capital of
South Sudan
Over 2million people are estimated to have
perished in Rumbek during the Sudanese Civil
War
Current population: 32,100 people
Rumbek University: One of the four public
Universities in South Sudan
Lakes State Hospital: One of the main public
hospitals in South Sudan administered by GOSS
377 kilometres from Juba
420 meters (1,380 ft) above sea level
Rumbek Airport - A small airport with regular
scheduled airline service and private air-charter
providers
Time zone: East African Time
Currency: South Sudanese Pound
Main Ethnic Group: Dinka
A picture of downturn Rumbek
Main Business Activities
• Retailing & wholesaling of FMCG goods
by mostly Ugandans & Eritreans
• Boda boda transport
• Hawking of items such as confectioneries,
snacks
• Only one company bottling water called
Nile Springs
Study Findings:
Business Environment of South Sudan
Political Background & Governance
Background on GOSS – Referendum & Independence (Significant milestones) • CPA signed with the north in 2005 in Kenya • Multiparty parliamentary and presidential elections in 2010 – widely acclaimed for fairness and
transparency by independent international observers • Independence referendum in January 2011 – with 98% voting in favor of separation • Formal Independence on July 9, 2011
The Executive Research
The State & Local Governments The Judiciary
• Supreme Court • Courts of Appeal • High Courts • County Courts • Other courts or tribunals as
deemed necessary • New Sudan Judicial System –
Court Hierarchy
• The president • Vice-President • 29 Ministries • 27 Deputy Ministers
• The State Governors • State Ministers • Local govt. – County – Payam – Boma
PESTEL Factors affecting business in South Sudan
Political Factors Research
Socio-Cultural Factors
Democratic space
The Oil Crisis
Unfulfilled Promises
Constant shuffling of GOSS
Tribal Politics & Ethnicity
Vibrant young GOSS
Overlapping Govt. Structures
Economic Factors
Managing Expectations
Inter-tribal Conflicts
High cost of doing business
Insecurity
GDP higher than Kenya
Booming economy
Untapped potential
Constant shuffling of GOSS
Multi-party democracy
GOSS open for business
Vast resources
Growth rate of 7%
Neighbours growing too
Strong Pound (SSP)
Goodwill for Kenya strong
Peaceful transition
Ethnic Animosity
Prevalence of illegal weapons
Language barriers
Discrimination of foreigners
Xenophobia tendencies
Cultural Practises
Existing & returning IDPs
Single parent households
Generation gaps
Resolution of disputes
High MMR & IMRs
PESTEL Factors affecting business in South Sudan
Research
Legal Factors
Very Slow internet speeds
Lack of skilled man-power
Lack of electricity
Low penetration of telephony
High cost of data connection
Improved Mobile telephony
Overlapping Govt. Structures
Environmental Factors
High cost of ICT investments
Vast amounts of arable land
Vast mineral resources
Environmental degradation
Seasonal flooding
The presence of landmines
Favourable climate
Pollution
Vast water resources
Ineffective laws
Subsistence way of life
Data services non-existent
Fast improving regulations
IG 1 - Non-discrimination
Fast-paced Enactment of laws
Investor Guarantees (IGs);
Technological Factors
IG 2 - Expropriation
IG 3 – Intellectual property rights
IG 4 – Access to information
IG 5 – Repatriation
IG 6 – Dispute resolution
The impact of South Sudan Joining the EAC
Brief Background of EAC
Regional intergovernmental organisation of the Republics of Kenya, Uganda, the United
Republic of Tanzania, Republic of Rwanda and the Republic of Burundi with its headquarters in
Arusha, Tanzania.
Mission and Vision of EAC
The Vision of EAC is a prosperous, competitive, secure, stable and politically united East Africa;
and the Mission is to widen and deepen Economic, Political, Social and Culture integration in
order to improve the quality of life of the people of East Africa through increased
competitiveness, value added production, trade and investments.
The following are the some of the implications of South Sudan joining the EAC; • Impact on resolution of conflict with the North (Sudan) • South Sudan will gain from the competencies of EAC countries • Expansion of the East African Market • Reduction of the cost of doing business in South Sudan • Wider access of products and services from the EAC by the South Sudanese • Resources Sharing
SWOT Analysis: Trade between Kenya & South Sudan
Strengths
South Sudan is a land locked country and as
such, the Mombasa Port and the Lamu port
under construction are quite strategic
The LAPSSET project: Will aid the economic
growth of Kenya by 6 to 10% per annum
Excess HR capacity in sectors such as health,
education etc can be exported to South Sudan
High levels of goodwill existing for Kenya in
South Sudan. Kenya is viewed in a very
positive light by the South Sudan government
having played a key role in the signing of the
CPA Agreement & the achievement of peace
and independence of South Sudan
The general security and political stability of
Kenya makes it an ideal trading partner of
South Sudan
Being the key economic hub of East Africa
gives Kenya an advantage over other East
African countries
Weaknesses
Poor infrastructure – roads or railways linking
Kenya and South Sudan in very poor state.
Kenyan goods have to be transported through
Uganda which reduces the competitiveness of
Kenyan goods.
Lack of a trade centre providing critical facilities
that will facilitate trade between Kenya and
South Sudan.
Perceived lack of facilitation for Kenyans
interested in doing business in South Sudan.
The Governments of countries such as Eritrea,
Ethiopia & Uganda are seen to be much more
supportive of their investors and business
people in South Sudan.
Lack of a proper trade facilitation mechanism at
the Kenyan Embassy in South Sudan
High levels of competition from neighbouring
countries especially Uganda
SWOT Analysis: Trade between Kenya & South Sudan
Opportunities
The opportunities for trade with South Sudan for
Kenya are enormous and are present in almost
every sector of the economy of South Sudan
Opportunities to transport and export oil from
South Sudan through the Lamu port are quite
significant
With its large manufacturing base, Kenya can
supply South Sudan & even open manufacturing
plants in Juba for fast moving consumer goods and
other types of goods
The superior HR of Kenya can be supplied to
South Sudan.
Export food and food items which are the main
items growing in demand in the new country
Serve as the key link for any imports or exports
from South Sudan
Take advantage of LAPSSET and other
infrastructure projects to overtake Uganda as the
key trading partner for South Sudan
Threats
Currency issues: Generally, the South
Sudanese pound is yet to be accepted as a
currency of trade in many countries
Poor legal regime in South Sudan may
discourage Kenyan investors. The regime is
weak especially for purposes of enforcing
contracts and resolving commercial disputes
No proper border post between the two
countries with customs facilities
Insecurity amongst communities in the northern
part of Kenya bordering South Sudan may also
hamper trade
Insecurity and instability in South Sudan
especially against foreigners who are being
seen as “benefiting at the expense of
indigenous South Sudanese”
The high cost of doing business in South Sudan
such as the high cost of business registration,
rent & lease arrangements, high fuel costs etc
Study Findings:
How to start a business in South Sudan
How to get to South Sudan from Nairobi
Research
By Road
Valid Passport
2 working days
Cost: USD 50
Drinking water
Health issues : Malaria
2 coloured passport pictures
Length: 1 month/3 months
By Air
Jetlink: USD 530
Fly 540: USD 441
Ethiopian Airlines: USD 615
Air Uganda: USD 470
Kenya Airways: USD 680
Yellow fever vaccination
Kampala Coach: Kshs. 5,500
Time taken: 2 days
Time taken for Cargo : 3-5 days
Visa Requirements
Conflicting information
Juba International Airport
Direct flight: 1 hour 45 minutes
Collection of visa form 08:30am – 10:00am
Launching application 10:00am – 12:30pm
Collection of visa 02:30pm – 04:30pm
Gateway Coach: Kshs. 5,500
How to start a business in South Sudan: Registration
2 main ways
Sole proprietorships
Estimated cost: USD 3700
Length: 15 days Sub-Sahara: 45
Procedures: 11 Sub-Sahara: 9
Registration Procedures
Shareholding Structure
How to start a business in South Sudan: Permits & Taxes
TIN
Taxation Act: 2009
Depreciation assets: 4 years
Depreciation Buildings: 10 yrs
Depreciation Equip: 3 years
Tax System
Simple rate Structure
Amount of Taxable Income
(Monthly average)
Tax Rate (RSS)
SDG 300 10%
SDG 301-5,000 15%
Source: South Sudan Investors Guide
Business Personal Income Tax
Business Profits Tax
Amount of Taxable Income
(Monthly average)
Tax Rate (RSS)
Small Business/Enterprises 10%
Medium Business/Enterprises 15%
• Excise rates varying from 10-20%
How to start a business in South Sudan: Property
7 procedures to register land
Private land
Community land
Property Registration
Public land
Leasehold: 99 years
• Investor must obtain an investment certificate from the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment and provide appropriate financial and environmental guarantees
• Activity should contribute economically and socially to development of community; community must be consulted, and all affected parties must be compensated
• Leases up to 30 years for agriculture investments, renewable by mutual consent
• Leases up to 60 years for forestry investments,; renewable by mutual consent
• Leases for mines and quarries for the life of the mine or quarry
Conditions for allocation of publicly owned land by the national or state governments
How to start a business in South Sudan: Border trade
Shipments: 60 days
Border Towns: Malaba & Nimule
Estimated Cost: USD 9420
Cross Border Transactions
Landlocked country
Documents Needed
Study Findings:
Successful Kenyan Businesses in
South Sudan
Successful Kenyan Enterprises in South Sudan
Name of Enterprise Industry
UAP Insurance Sudan limited Financial Services - Insurance
Equity bank Financial Services - Banking
KCB bank Financial Services - Banking
JIT Supermarket Fast Moving Consumer Goods
Naivasha Supermarket Fast Moving Consumer Goods
Shining Star primary school Education – Primary education
Catholic University Education – Tertiary Education
Muthaiga Tours & Travel Limited Hospitality – Tours & travel agent
Charleston Travels Hospitality – Tours & travel agent
Intra-Africa Limited Hospitality – Hotel & Restaurant
Insomnia Hospitality – Restaurant & Discotheque
M & E Trading Transport – Car Hire Services
M & E Trading Power - Solar equipment & installation
Kanini kaseo Restaurant – Kenyan Cuisine
Gachie Bar & Restaurant Restaurant & Bar – Kenyan Cuisine
Marketing Solutions Company Limited Advertising & Marketing Agency
Magnate Ventures Bill board & advertising
Civicon Limited Road Construction
Successful Kenyan Company 1: M & E Trading
Location: Juba, South Sudan Major Shareholder: Mr. Eric Njiiri (35 years) Year of incorporation: 2007
M&E Clientele
Aid Agencies such as PSI Government Ministries Missionaries Educational Institutions Hotels Private Businesses Private Households NGOs Private Schools Individual Businessmen
Solar Energy Department Products & Services
Car Hire Department Products & Services
• Solar panel and kits • Charge controller &
batteries • Inverters & inverter
chargers • Other innovative solar
based products e.g. fridges, torches and lanterns
• Qualified Electricians
• Wide range of vehicles for hire (4 wheel drive cars) • Very competitive rates • Friendly staff
Successful Kenyan Company 1: M & E Trading cont……
Research
Challenges
M & E is Thriving
Has won lucrative tenders
Expanding to 2nd Branch
Pictures of South Sudan
Has branches in all the States
Challenging rainy season
Harsh Living conditions
Problems with Forex & Money transfers
Insecurity
Success Stories
High Cost of doing business
Language barriers
South Sudan/Kenya Partnership
Employees
• 12 Kenyans • 6 South Sudanese
The rainy season in South Sudan
Successful Kenyan Company 2: UAP Sudan
The impressive UAP premises ; Juba, S Sudan
60%
of UAP Business comes
from motor insurance
UAP Clients
UN
NGOs
Private Households
GOSS
Location: Juba, South Sudan Year of incorporation: 2006 Services: General, Medical & life insurance
State Branch Location
Border Town (S Sudan & Uganda) Nimule
Western Equatoria State Yambio
Unity State Bentiu
Jonglei State Bor
Western Bahr el Ghazal Wau
Lakes State Rumbek
Research
Challenges
Key influencer in regulation
Expansion plans
Largest & most successful insurer
Pictures of South Sudan
Building new premises
Provision of medical insurance
Harsh Living conditions
Set-up delays with licensing
Insecurity
Success Stories
High Cost of doing business
Language barriers South Sudan/Kenya Partnership
Employees
• 9 Kenyans • 31 South Sudanese
Proposed: Equatoria Towers 1
Successful Kenyan Company 2: UAP Sudan
Have won lucrative tenders
Challenging rainy season
Challenges & Recommendations
Challenges
Discrimination by locals
Lack of skilled labour
SSP Currency Issues
Police Harassment
Illegal immigration
Perceived lack of GOK support
Inefficient money transfers
Lack of proper trade diplomacy
High cost of doing business
Commercial dispute resolution
Insecurity
Lack of proper infrastructure
Bi-lateral trade agreement
Lobby for acceptance to EAC
Trade centre set-up
Business support by GOK
Regional Integration
Trade Diplomacy presence
Infrastructure development
Recommendations
Capacity Building
Offload excess capacity
Recommendation: Trade Promotion Centre Set-up
Main Activities, Facilities & Programmes Proposed for the Trade Centre: Loki or Juba • Arrange trade promotions, exhibitions, business seminars, workshops & trainings • Conduct Market surveys and market intelligence on trade activities in South Sudan • Help facilitate business meeting and transactions concerning trade: E.g. MOU signings • Provide market information on the market, country profiles, import and export profiles. • Responding, following up and evaluating trade enquiries. • Providing facilities for display of Kenyans products such as showrooms. • Provide cold storage facilities • Facilitate networking activities with important bodies & institutions • Generate Public Relation catalogues, brochures and advertisements • Assist and arrange business seminars, workshops and trainings for Kenyans • Facilitate market access, market penetration and expansion for Kenyan products. • Assist trade and arrange trade missions from South Sudan to Kenya and vice versa • Renting/leasing out Warehousing facilities for Kenyan goods • Advise the Government of Kenya in formulating policies for the development and expansion of
trade and exporting activities to South Sudan. • Assist in market testing of exportable products. • Simplify the procedures relating to quality control, insurance, transport and other support services • Be equipped with a food court, business centre, offices to let and business incubation
OIL AND GAS INDUSTRY
Fast Facts
USD $ 32.20 Transit fees currently charged by
Sudan to South Sudan – an insignificant drop from US $ 33
USD $ 1
The international norm of Transit fees per barrel
350,000 b/d
The current production of oil of South Sudan
2.4M barrels
The number of barrels of oil of South Sudan currently confiscated
by Sudan
SWOT Analysis Strengths • This is one of the most important sector to GOSS. • It contributes more than 98% of GOSS revenues Weaknesses • South Sudan is a land-locked. • Oppressive pricing policy from Sudan • Shortage of oil workers Opportunities • The vast resources of oil & gas • Oil consumption is forecast to grow • South Sudan is dependent on imported petroleum
products Threats • Oil reserves are set to fall gradually • Insecurity. • Disagreements between Sudan & South
Market Gaps for Kenyan Investors
• Develop Fuel Refining and Storage Capacity
• Oil & Gas Exploration and Production
• Develop Oil & Gas refineries and oil pipelines connecting
neighbour countries (Kenya, Uganda, Ethiopia)
• Wholesaling and Retailing of petroleum & petroleum products
• Contracting for tenders to transport petroleum by road
HEALTH INDUSTRY
SWOT Analysis Strengths
• It is the one of the most important sectors to GOSS.
• Foreign investors are highly encouraged to invest in health industry
Weaknesses
• Shortage of qualified health personnel • Lack of proper health & medical
facilities • Poor infrastructure • Low levels of awareness of health • Shortage of funding for health matters • High prevalence of communicable
diseases
Fast Facts
51% - The percentage of S.
Sudanese living under the
poverty line
50% - The population of South
Sudanese under 18 years
3% - The consumption per
person per month that health
accounts for
17% - The percentage of
children who are immunized
HEALTH INDUSTRY
SWOT Analysis Opportunities Newly signed MOU between Kenya and South Sudan concerning pertinent issues in the Health Sector. Threats • Insecurity • Regulatory framework
Fast Facts
20% - The percentage of children who receive exclusive breast feeding as recommended by UNICEF 2,054 - The maternal mortality rate per 100,000 births – one of the highest in the world 826 - The number of health facilities available in the whole of South Sudan 742 - The number of functional health facilities available 1 - The number of health facilities available exclusively to children
Market Gaps for Kenyan Investors
• GOSS & GOK partnerships • Building & Construction of Hospitals • Provision of qualified personnel • Training of Health Personnel • Civic Education • Provision of medical equipment • Provision of pharmaceutical products such as medicines • Treatment of ‘high net worth’ individuals
EDUCATION INDUSTRY
SWOT Analysis
Strengths • It is one of the most important sectors
to GOSS. Weaknesses • Shortage of qualified Personnel • Lack of proper educational facilities • Poor infrastructure • Cultural practices • Language barrier
Fast Facts
300 SSP The average salary that a teacher earns per month Main Donors World Bank, USAID & UNICEF 8-4-4 System The official Education System of South Sudan - Exactly like the Kenyan system with Swahili incorporated as a major subject April The month in which the school year begins in South Sudan
EDUCATION INDUSTRY
SWOT Analysis
Opportunities • Construction tenders • Supply of stationery • Teacher training • Provision of qualified personnel Threats • Insecurity • Regulatory framework
Fast Facts
37% The percentage of the population above the age of 6 that has ever attended school 52 - The no. of students per teacher as at 2009 129 - The no. of students per class as at 2009 1600 - The number of schools available 20 - The number of Secondary Schools available for the entire country 12 - The number of Public Universities available – 5 Public & 7 Private
Market Gaps for Kenyan Investors
• GOSS & GOK partnerships
• Building & Construction of Schools
• Provision of qualified personnel
• Training of teaching Personnel
• Civic Education
• Provision of teaching materials
• Targeting of ‘high net worth’ individuals
• Excess capacity of teaching personnel in Kenya offloaded
WATER AND SANITATION
SWOT Analysis
Strengths
• Existence of a water policy. • Proper regulatory framework.
Weaknesses
• Shortage of qualified personnel • Frequent Flooding • Environmental degradation &
pollution affecting water sources
Fast Facts
55% The percentage of the population that has access to improved sources of drinking water 67% The percentage of the urban population that has access to improved sources of drinking water
WATER AND SANITATION INDUSTRY
SWOT Analysis
Opportunities • Construction tenders • Supply of stationery • Training of Professionals • Supply of teaching materials Threats • Insecurity • Regulatory framework
Fast Facts
53% The percentage of the rural population that has access to improved sources of drinking water
80% 80% of the population does not have access to any toilet facility
20,000 The number of people in Juba with access to piped water
Market Gaps for Kenyan Investors
• GOS & GOK partnerships
• Water ‘’hardware” provision
• Construction of boreholes
• Construction of public toilet
facilities among other facilities
• Sewerage systems
• Provision of bottled water
• Water peddling in large trucks
• Supply of water meters
• Piping - Water ‘’software” provision
• Goods and manufactured products
• Technology related services for water
& sanitation
• Water tourism
ROADS & BRIDGE INFRASTRUCTURE
OVERVIEW
During the period of the CPA implementation, roads and bridges rehabilitation, construction and maintenance was under the Ministry of Transport & Roads. After independence, the Ministry of Transport and roads was split into two ministries; Ministry of Roads & bridges (MRB) & Ministry of Transport MRB is charged with the huge mandate of restoring roads and bridges that were lost during the war. MRB has prepared a legal framework and strategic plan for 10 years roads development.
ROADS & BRIDGE INFRASTRUCTURE
SWOT Analysis
Strengths • It is one of the sectors
prioritized by GOSS. • MOST design & feasibility
studies completed. Weaknesses • Less than 100km of paved
roads exist • Frequent flooding • Rough terrain
Opportunities
• USD 5 Billion needed to finance the
construction of roads in the short term. • Oil revenues
Threats
• Insecurity • Uncertainty of when funds will
materialize
Market Gaps for Kenyan Investors
• Construction of 1st and 2nd priority roads
• Construction of bridges
• Tenders for road maintenance
• Qualified personnel from Kenya to provide expertise
• Provision of equipment
HYDROPOWER
OVERVIEW
• South Sudan has a short-term to medium-term energy plan that represents both an opportunity and constraints for potential investors.
• With loud noise of small individual household generators covering most businesses and residential towns, there is urgency of a source to power South Sudan’s reconstruction and development
• RSS has developed an ambitious program aimed at electrifying 70-80% of South Sudan by 2020.
• Water sources unexploited for hydropower
HYDROPOWER
SWOT Analysis
Strengths
• Energy is a catalyst to attract investment in RSS
• There exist short-term & medium-term plans for development of hydro-power plants
• Possibility of participating in power projects in neighbouring countries
• The goodwill of partners.
Weaknesses
• A national power grid is non-existent • Firm figures are difficult to come by • Shortages of fuel to run the existing thermal
plants Opportunities
• Demand exceeds supply Threats
• Though GOSS has identified sources of funding, It is not known with certainty when funding will materialize
Market Gaps for Kenyan Investors
• Supply of Fuel to run thermal plants
• Qualified Professionals to work in the Hydro-power sector
• Construction of the national power grid
• Sale of generators
• Wind & Solar Power generation
AGRICULTURAL SECTOR
OVERVIEW
• The country is currently diversifying its economy away from oil, and agriculture is coming into focus. The country has seven ecological zones all with the potential to support different aspects of agricultural production.
Name of Zone Amount of
rainfall p.a
Agricultural Production Ideal in the Zone
The Green Belt ( Parts of
Eastern, Central &
Western Equatoria)
1,200mm Production of cereals and tubers as well as cash
crops such as tea, coffee, tobacco & horticulture
– fruits & vegetables
The Central hills zone 900mm Cereals production, oil seeds, forestry products
such as mahogany & plantation teak The Iron Stone Plateau 900mm
West of River Nile 700mm Nuts, spices, sesame,
Mountain Slopes
Flood Plains
South East Plains 500mm Animal husbandry, poultry, goats, sheep
AGRICULTURAL SECTOR
SWOT Analysis
Strengths
• GOSS is encouraging agriculture as a way of diversifying the economy
Weaknesses
• Seasonal flooding • Poor infrastructure • Culture and norms
Opportunities • Less than 10% of S. Sudan’s 650,000 sq.km is farmed. • Agriculture is yet to be commercialized • Vast resources of land & water available to invest in
livestock, animal products, dairy and poultry • Most food products are imported: Uganda & Kenya Threats • Insecurity • Failure to enforce sector ordinances e.g. disease
control policies
Market Gaps for Kenyan Investors
• Farming of export crops & Horticulture • Commercial fisheries and forestry products • Qualified professionals to work in this sector • Supply of agricultural inputs • Ranches for livestock: Animal husbandry • Processing plants & slaughter houses for meat and meat products • Provision of cold storage facilities for storage of agricultural produce • Agro-processing