Transforming Livestock and Fisheries in South Sudan
South Sudan is blessed with abundant livestock and fish resources that have the potential to boost trade, enhance food security, and drive economic growth. The National Minister of Livestock and Fisheries, Onyoti Adigo, is calling for a transformation of these resources into commercially viable products to benefit the country as a whole.
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Minister Onyoti emphasized the need to move beyond subsistence use and invest in commercializing the livestock and fisheries sectors. By turning these sectors into commercial ventures, South Sudan can benefit from increased revenue and improved livelihoods for its people.
Challenges and Solutions
One of the major challenges facing the livestock and fisheries industries in South Sudan is the lack of infrastructure, energy, and facilities for processing and preserving products. This hinders the country from meeting international standards for packaging and exporting meat, milk, and fish.
International Market Potential
Currently, most of South Sudan’s fish is bought by neighboring countries like Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo, where it is processed, repackaged, and sold with foreign labels. By investing in proper facilities for processing and packaging fish and beef, South Sudan could export its products and earn more revenue in international and regional markets.
Economic Diversification
The push to commercialize livestock and fisheries is part of a broader government effort to diversify the economy beyond oil and tap into the country’s natural resources. This strategy aims to improve livelihoods, boost national income, and create sustainable economic growth for South Sudan.
