The Central Equatoria State Government has officially reaffirmed its Open-Door Policy, signaling a renewed commitment to welcoming investors and expanding economic opportunities across the State.
The move forms part of a broader strategy aimed at boosting growth, creating employment, and strengthening local development.
The declaration was made during the State Council of Ministers’ ordinary sitting, chaired by Governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony, where members of the Cabinet emphasized the importance of positioning Central Equatoria as a competitive and investment-friendly destination within the region.
Governor Adil underscored that economic transformation requires strong political will, unity among government institutions, and improved performance across all ministries.
He called on ministers to demonstrate efficiency, accountability, and results-oriented leadership in delivering public services, noting that government credibility is closely tied to service delivery outcomes.
The Council stressed that creating a stable and predictable policy environment is essential to attracting serious investors.
Officials noted that improved infrastructure, efficient institutions, and coordinated governance will play a key role in unlocking private sector participation in key sectors such as trade, agriculture, education, and infrastructure development.
In a related development, the Cabinet welcomed the approval by President Salva Kiir Mayardit for the establishment of Yei University, describing it as a major milestone in expanding access to higher education in Central Equatoria.
The institution is expected to enhance skills development and contribute to building a more competitive workforce for the State’s evolving economy.
The meeting also reviewed ongoing challenges affecting service delivery and government operations, with Cabinet members acknowledging the need for reforms to improve efficiency and strengthen institutional performance.
Discussions focused on enhancing coordination between ministries and ensuring better use of available resources to meet public expectations.
The Council of Ministers reiterated that sustainable economic growth will depend on the combined efforts of strong governance and an enabling investment climate.
