How many energy companies are there in South Sudan?

There are about fourteen of-grid energy companies in South Sudan, and their services include i) selling solar products, ii) engineer-ing, procurement, and construction (EPC), iii) indepen-dent power production (IPPs) and iv) developing mini-grids.

Is South Sudan a good place to buy energy?

Based on independent sources from consumers and suppliers, most of-grid energy products available in South Sudan are neither standardised nor quality verified. This hinders uptake, as many households reported quality to be a main factor in their purchase decision, especially in urban areas.

How do solar companies work in South Sudan?

Of-grid solar companies in South Sudan focus on serving large institutions and commercial customers, who make up over 80% of their sales. They prefer serving international NGOs and aid organisations operating in the country since these organisations can readily pay, unlike households. This leaves the household market underserved.

Is South Sudan achieving SDG 7?

South Sudan is of track to achieving Sus-tainable Development Goal number 7 (SDG-7), and the lack of access to widespread, reliable, and afordable electricity is a binding constraint to socio-economic development. The displacement of people due to the conflicts and flooding in the country further complicates the energy access challenges.

What is South Sudan's role as a power utility?

Its role as a power utility is expected to intensify as programmes to increase electricity access in South Sudan are implemented. It is proposed under the Electricity Bill 2015 as the regulatory entity for the electricity sector in South Sudan. It would function as the energy regulator whose functions would include the creation of regulations.

Where can I buy solar panels in South Sudan?

Their largest market is the Central Equitoria state. Founded in 2011 and opened its first branch in Asmara, Eritrea. Branches located in South Sudan, Uganda, and Dubai. In South Sudan, they have shops in Yei, Wau, Juba and Malakal. -Specialise in large solar home systems with a minimum capacity of 600W onwards.