By Deborah Akur Chol, South Sudan
The National Minister of Trade and Industry, Hon. Atong Kuol Manyang, officially inaugurated a workshop on Harmonised African Standards at the Pyramid Continental Hotel in Juba. The event, organised by the South Sudan National Bureau of Standards, primarily targeted the automotive sector, aiming to tackle critical safety issues and align national standards with regional best practices.
The workshop revolved around the pressing need to standardise safety measures in the automotive and transport sectors across South Sudan. Speakers emphasised the importance of adhering to quality standards throughout a vehicle’s lifecycle, from production to road use.
A significant takeaway was the compelling call for harmonising national regulations with both local and continental standards.
The recommendations emerging from the workshop emphasised a collaborative approach efforts encouraging the active involvement of all stakeholders including the government, public institutions, private enterprises, and individual citizens to ensure that safety standards are upheld. Harmonisation Initiatives Promote alignment between South Sudan’s automotive regulations and established continental frameworks to facilitate safer trade and transportation. Foster continued discussions in the coming days to formulate a comprehensive and actionable strategy.
Throughout the sessions, speakers underscored the crucial role of safety standards, reminding attendees of the many lives at stake due to vehicle quality and reliability. Personal anecdotes regarding unsafe aircraft in South Sudan illustrated the broader challenge of insufficient safety measures and highlighted the government’s commitment to remedying these issues.
The safety of all modes of transport, ranging from cars to planes, is of utmost importance, particularly given the historical incidents and the urgent need for stricter regulations.
The workshop culminated in a fervent call for collective responsibility. While the South Sudan National Bureau of Standards spearheads this initiative, realising national safety objectives demands the concerted efforts of all stakeholders.
The takeaway was unmistakable: a safer future for South Sudan’s transport sector hinges on the united actions of every participant. This cooperative approach aims to foster an environment where public safety is prioritised and enforced.
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