US-Based Investor Eyes Partnership to Boost Juba Economic Zone

(JUBA) – A United States-based investment firm, Global Trading Commodities (GTC), has expressed strong interest in partnering with the Juba Special Economic Zone to support economic growth and investment in Central Equatoria State.

The development was revealed on Wednesday by Aggrey Cyrus Kanyikwa, head of the Juba Economic Zone, following a meeting with Central Equatoria State Governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony.

According to Kanyikwa, the proposed partnership aims to strengthen institutional development, attract foreign investment, enhance trade and create employment opportunities across the state.

While specific details of the investment opportunities have not yet been disclosed, Kanyikwa noted that the partnership agreement is expected to kick off as early as next month.

Governor Adil welcomed the initiative, describing it as a positive step towards unlocking the state’s economic potential. He further encouraged the Economic Zone team to continue attracting credible international investors and partners capable of tapping into the region’s largely untapped opportunities.

Research indicates that Central Equatoria State holds significant investment potential in key sectors including agriculture, natural resources such as gold, cement and diamonds, as well as trade, education and healthcare. Officials believe that strategic partnerships like the one proposed by GTC could play a crucial role in driving sustainable economic growth in the region.