German Delegation Welcomed in Juba
Deputy Governor Paulino Lukudu Obede met BTECH Germany Technologies and Central Equatoria State Business Union leaders, pledging full governmental support (Eye Radio, Aug 2025). The visit signals renewed European interest in South Sudan’s emerging consumer and infrastructure markets.
Open-Door Investment Policy Highlighted
Obede stressed that Central Equatoria embraces an open-door approach to foreign capital. He argued that operating from Juba grants firms nationwide reach, citing stable provincial regulations and a fast-growing urban population demanding reliable goods and services.
Strategic Advantage of the Juba Hub
Bordered by key transport corridors, Central Equatoria channels imports to all ten states. Officials say this logistics edge lowers entry costs for manufacturers and accelerates distribution, a claim echoed by local business union CEBU during the briefing.
BTECH Showcases Solar and Electrical Lines
BTECH Vice-President Andreas Ditter presented photovoltaic panels, household supplies and electrical fittings calibrated to European standards. He stated that clean-energy solutions can complement South Sudan’s electrification drive while meeting durability expectations of urban consumers.
Local Partnerships Cement Market Entry
The German firm intends to collaborate with Bros Group of Companies for warehousing and after-sales services. CEBU pledged to facilitate customs guidance and market intelligence, framing the alliance as a model for future industrial cooperation.
Economic Outlook and Youth Employment
Economists in Juba project that technology transfers and supply-chain localization could generate skilled jobs and diversify revenues beyond oil. Observers caution that sustained gains will depend on regulatory predictability and continuous dialogue between investors and state authorities.