Importers Urged to Properly Calculate Expenses to Avoid Unnecessary Losses

The Deputy Commissioner General of South Sudan Revenue Authority (SSRA) is urging importers to properly calculate all expenses, including the cost of transporting goods from Kenya to South Sudan to avoid unnecessary financial losses.

Goods Worth Millions at Risk of Auction

Media reports have stated that goods destined for South Sudan worth millions of Kenya shillings would be auctioned, including United Nations’ shipments. According to the Kenyan media, critical construction materials, electrical components, food items, and other consumer goods essential for businesses in South Sudan are among the goods at risk.

Auctioning Exercise Targeting Importers

The notice issued on March 17 under Section 42 of the East African Community Customs Management Act 2004, states that the goods would be deemed abandoned and sold through a public auction set for May 5–9, 2025. Deputy Commissioner of South Sudan Revenue Authority, Mr. Taban clarified that the goods belong to business entities, not the government.

Reasons for Auctioning

The scheduled auctioning exercise is targeting importers who were unable to clear their goods within the individually owned land. Mr. Taban explained that excessive storage fees at the Inland Container Depot in Nairobi can quickly surpass the value of the goods being held.

Proper Budgeting Essential

The SSRA Deputy Commissioner is urging importers to appropriately budget for their goods and services destined to South Sudan to prevent losses at the port. It is crucial to calculate all costs, including transportation to the final destination, to avoid incurring excessive fees.

Impact of E-taxation

With the introduction of E-taxation, it has become increasingly difficult for some importers to smuggle goods into South Sudan, as they now risk having their goods auctioned in Kenya. This highlights the importance of proper planning and budgeting for importers to avoid financial setbacks.

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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.

Commercialization for Development

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.