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.

What is the governance of the energy sector in South Sudan?

The institutional and regulatory governance of the of-grid energy sector in South Sudan is still nascent. Table 2 below lists the major players participating in the governance of the energy industry and their positions as defined by applicable laws.

How solar energy can transform South Sudan's economy?

A solar energy can also be transformative to South Sudan’s economy. For example, solar energy is affordable, cleaner and last longer as compared to energy from diesel-powered generators because generators need diesel to burn and they also need to be replaced after few years.

Is result based financing a solution to South Sudan's energy crisis?

Result Based Financing (RBF) to accelerate access to energy services, an instrument commonly used in other markets to bridge the aford-ability gap, is also lacking in South Sudan. The energy sector’s policy and enabling regulatory en-vironment is still in its formative stage, especially for the of-grid sector.

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 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.