Stride energy South Sudan

Is South Sudan a good place to buy energy?

Based on independent sources from consumers and suppliers, most of-grid energy products available in South Sudan are neither standardised nor quality verified. This hinders uptake, as many households reported quality to be a main factor in their purchase decision, especially in urban areas.

What is the governance of the energy sector in South Sudan?

The institutional and regulatory governance of the of-grid energy sector in South Sudan is still nascent. Table 2 below lists the major players participating in the governance of the energy industry and their positions as defined by applicable laws.

Why should South Sudan develop a national electrification plan?

Supporting the legal, policy, and institutional framework design and development. The Government of South Sudan should develop an overarching national electrification plan and strategy that will guide public and private sector investments in the of-grid sector. The envisioned role of the private sector should be outlined in this planning process.

Is Sudan's Energy Sector Sustainable?

Further, Sudan’s energy sector is currently subsidised by the government. Government subsidies to the sector totalled $667 million in 2019. This represents 13.5% of total government expenditures . Financial sustainability could be achieved by introducing gradual tariff adjustments.

Is South Sudan a good place to invest in solar?

There is minimal regulatory support for of-grid solar from the South Sudanese government, compared to Kenya, Uganda, and Rwanda, where the market is growing steadily (Hankins, 2019). Private companies are therefore dis-couraged from entering the market due to the challenging business environment (Altai Consulting, 2014).