JUBA, July 15, 2026 — His Excellency, President Salva Kiir Mayardit will on Thursday officially commission the new Terminal 3 at Juba International Airport, marking a major milestone in South Sudan’s efforts to modernise its aviation infrastructure and improve international air travel.

Ahead of the inauguration, the President on Wednesday received a briefing on the final state of preparedness from the Minister of Transport, Rizik Zakaria Hassan, and the Director General of the South Sudan Civil Aviation Authority, Dr. Ayiei Garang Deng.

The officials informed the President that all arrangements for the commissioning had been completed and that the facility is ready for operational handover.

Minister Rizik described the new terminal as a landmark achievement for the country’s aviation sector, underscoring the government’s continued investment in modern transport infrastructure to support economic growth, facilitate trade, and enhance regional and international connectivity.

Terminal 3 has been designed to serve both international arrivals and departures, significantly expanding the airport’s operational capacity while providing passengers with improved facilities, more efficient processing, and a higher standard of service.

The commissioning of the terminal forms part of the government’s broader infrastructure development agenda aimed at strengthening strategic national assets, improving public services, and positioning South Sudan as an emerging regional transport hub.

Source: Office of the President, Republic of South Sudan. Additional context and analysis by Juba Global News Network.