Stranded cargo trucks at the Nimule border have been cleared following an intervention by the South Sudan Revenue Authority, with supplies expected to reach Juba soon.
The delegation, led by SSRA Deputy Commissioner General Solomon Ariik, arrived in Nimule on Sunday and conducted inspections at several key customs facilities, including the Nimule Customs Division and the main customs checkpoint where cargo trucks are processed before proceeding to the capital.
According to SSRA officials, the congestion had resulted in long queues of trucks along the Nimule–Juba road, disrupting the movement of goods and raising concerns about potential shortages of essential commodities in the capital.
Speaking during the visit, Deputy Commissioner General Solomon Ariik said the authority had engaged with various stakeholders, including local authorities, community representatives, and transport operators, to resolve the situation and accelerate cargo clearance.
“For the last few days, we have been meeting with the community, stakeholders, and partners to address the challenges affecting cargo clearance,” Ariik said.
“Through these discussions and coordinated efforts, we have managed to clear a large number of trucks that were stranded along the road.”
He added that many trucks had already departed from Nimule and are currently heading toward Juba, carrying essential goods that are expected to replenish supplies in the capital.
“A good number of trucks have already left Nimule and are now on their way to Juba. As these goods arrive in the market, we expect prices of some commodities to begin dropping soon,” Ariik explained.
Local authorities also confirmed that the situation in Nimule has significantly improved following the intervention by SSRA.
Mayor Caesar Longa Fuli said the congestion that had previously overwhelmed the border town had eased considerably as trucks resumed movement toward the capital.
“Since the arrival of the SSRA Deputy Commissioner General and his delegation, the number of trucks in Nimule has reduced significantly,” the mayor said.
“The town is no longer congested, and trucks are steadily moving toward Juba.”
He expressed optimism that the situation would soon return to normal as customs operations continue to improve and delayed cargo reaches its destinations.
Authorities say the release of the stranded trucks is expected to stabilize the supply chain between Nimule and Juba, particularly for essential commodities such as food, fuel, and other consumer goods.
The improved movement of cargo is also expected to ease pressure on markets in the capital, where shortages and delays in supply have previously contributed to rising prices of basic goods.
With trucks now moving again along the Nimule–Juba corridor, authorities say the focus will remain on maintaining efficient cargo clearance procedures and ensuring that trade and supply chains continue to function smoothly for the benefit of businesses and consumers across South Sudan.
