24 June 2026 | Abuja, Nigeria South Sudan has reaffirmed its commitment to positioning its extractive industries as a catalyst for sustainable economic transformation through active participation in the African Natural Resources and Energy Investment Summit in Abuja, Nigeria. The Minister of Mining, Hon. Losuba Ludoru Wongo , accompanied by the Undersecretary of the Ministry of Mining, Hon. Deng Makuok Duyak , and a high-level government delegation, attended the opening session of the continenta
24 June 2026 | Abuja, Nigeria
South Sudan has reaffirmed its commitment to positioning its extractive industries as a catalyst for sustainable economic transformation through active participation in the African Natural Resources and Energy Investment Summit in Abuja, Nigeria.
The Minister of Mining, Hon. Losuba Ludoru Wongo , accompanied by the Undersecretary of the Ministry of Mining, Hon. Deng Makuok Duyak , and a high-level government delegation, attended the opening session of the continental summit, joining government leaders, investors, development partners, and policymakers from across Africa.
Held under the theme "One Africa, One Resource Vision," the summit serves as a premier platform for advancing dialogue on investment, regional cooperation, and sustainable development across Africa's mining, oil, gas, and renewable energy sectors.
The gathering brings together key stakeholders to explore strategies for unlocking the continent's abundant natural resources while promoting responsible investment, industrial development, and regional economic integration.
Harnessing Africa's Natural Wealth
Delivering his keynote address, Hon. Losuba Ludoru Wongo stressed that Africa possesses enormous natural resource potential capable of transforming the continent's economic future if managed strategically and sustainably.
The Minister underscored the importance of leveraging Africa's mineral and energy resources to stimulate economic growth, create meaningful employment opportunities, and strengthen partnerships among African nations.
He noted that collaboration, value addition, and responsible resource governance remain essential pillars for ensuring that the continent derives maximum benefits from its natural wealth.
Promoting South Sudan as an Investment Destination
The summit also provides participating countries with an opportunity to showcase investment opportunities across the extractive industries, including mining, oil, gas, and renewable energy.
For South Sudan, the forum represents an important avenue to present the country's emerging mining sector to international investors while highlighting ongoing reforms aimed at improving governance, transparency, and investor confidence.
The country's participation reflects the Government's broader strategy of attracting responsible investment that contributes to economic diversification, infrastructure development, technology transfer, and local employment.
Strengthening Regional Partnerships
As Africa continues pursuing greater regional integration, forums such as the African Natural Resources and Energy Investment Summit play a critical role in fostering cross-border cooperation, encouraging knowledge exchange, and promoting shared approaches to sustainable resource development.
South Sudan's participation demonstrates its growing engagement in continental initiatives designed to unlock Africa's resource potential through strategic partnerships and coordinated policy frameworks.
A Shared Vision for Africa's Future
The summit continues with high-level discussions focused on investment promotion, energy transition, responsible resource management, and industrialisation, with participants expected to develop practical recommendations that will strengthen Africa's position as a competitive global investment destination.
For South Sudan, the engagement reinforces the country's vision of transforming its natural resources into engines of sustainable development, economic resilience, and shared prosperity for future generations.