Overview
The Republic of South Sudan has taken the decision to diversify its resources of external revenue. Whereas petroleum is at present the single -most important commodityin the extractive industries sector in South Sudan, accounting for over 90% of revenue, there is a convincing case to be made for targeted support to the high-potential mining and minerals sector.
Although almost completely unexplored, the territory is considered to be possess likely significant mineral resources. By developing the minerals sector in a controlled and sustainable manner, it can play an important role in helping to create employment opportunities and support economic and social development in the country.
In order to attract private sector investment there is an immediate need to provide the appropriate environment and with this in mind the Government of South Sudan has initiated the process by introducing a new Mining Act to promote the exploration, development, production and utilisation of South Sudan's mineral wealth.
Another important part of this process is to provide potential investors with the available information on the mineral resources of the country.