The Ministry of Information, Communication Technology and Postal Services (MOICT&PS) of South Sudan, in partnership with the World Bank, is preparing to start laying a fiber-optic cable from Kenya early next year.
This launch was announced by Mabe Emmanuel, Secretary General of the Universal Service and Access Fund (USAF), during the Ministry’s 13th leadership meeting held on August 7, 2025. The project aims to significantly enhance South Sudan’s digital infrastructure and internet connectivity.
Minister Michael Makuei Lueth’s team is currently recruiting technical experts to carry out feasibility studies and environmental impact assessments. Once these are completed, the project will officially commence with a groundbreaking ceremony planned for early next year.
The meeting also discussed plans to renovate the old “Radio-Juba” building, estimated at USD 4 million, to serve as the Ministry’s new headquarters, moving from its current overcrowded location to a more suitable space.
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