{"id":51864,"date":"2026-06-17T16:35:00","date_gmt":"2026-06-17T16:35:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/jubaglobal.com\/?p=51864"},"modified":"2026-07-20T21:44:03","modified_gmt":"2026-07-20T21:44:03","slug":"president-kiir-reviews-transport-infrastructure-projects-reaffirms-commitment-to-modernisation-8","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/jubaglobal.com\/?p=51864","title":{"rendered":"President Kiir Reviews Transport Infrastructure Projects, Reaffirms Commitment to Modernisation"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>.has-drop-cap:first-letter{font-size:4em;line-height:0.8;font-weight:bold;float:left;padding-right:8px;color:#DC2626}<\/style>\n<p class=\"has-drop-cap\">JUBA, June 17, 2026 &mdash; President of the Republic, His Excellency General Salva Kiir Mayardit, on Wednesday received a comprehensive briefing on major transport infrastructure and development projects from the Minister of Transport, Hon. Rizik Zakaria Hassan and Undersecretary of the Ministry of Transport, Hon. Paul Dhel Gum.<\/p>\n<p><span>The meeting highlighted the government&#8217;s ongoing efforts to modernise the country&#8217;s transport sector and accelerate strategic projects aimed at improving connectivity, safety, efficiency, and service delivery across South Sudan.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>Minister Rizik provided updates on a broad range of initiatives currently being implemented by the Ministry, including reforms intended to strengthen policy, regulatory frameworks, and institutional capacity within the transport sector.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>Among the key projects discussed was the recently launched Air Traffic Management System, a landmark initiative designed to enhance the safety, efficiency, and reliability of South Sudan&#8217;s airspace operations. The Minister noted that the project represents a major step forward in strengthening the country&#8217;s aviation infrastructure and improving oversight of national airspace.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>The Minister also briefed the President on progress in the expansion of the Wau Airport terminal, a project expected to increase passenger handling capacity, improve services, and support growing commercial and economic activity in the greater Bahr el Ghazal region.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>In addition, the briefing covered several ongoing infrastructure and transportation development programs aimed at improving mobility, facilitating trade, strengthening regional connectivity, and supporting economic growth throughout the country.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>President Kiir welcomed the progress made and reaffirmed the government&#8217;s commitment to investing in modern transport infrastructure as a key driver of national development. He emphasised that improved transportation networks remain essential for connecting communities, expanding economic opportunities, facilitating trade and investment, and enhancing access to public services.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>The President encouraged the Ministry to maintain momentum in the implementation of priority projects and continue working to strengthen transport systems that support the country&#8217;s long-term development objectives.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>The meeting reflects the government&#8217;s broader commitment to infrastructure development as part of ongoing efforts to stimulate economic growth, improve service delivery, and advance national transformation.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr>\n<p><em>Source: Office of the President, Republic of South Sudan. 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