By Alan Clement
The Governor of the Bank of South Sudan (BoSS), Yeni Samuel Costa, has called for stronger policy discipline and teamwork among senior officials to reinforce the country’s monetary stability.
According to a BoSS statement, Costa underscored the urgency of implementing effective monetary policy while upholding the Bank’s core values of accountability, transparency, professionalism, and excellence during a high-level meeting attended by Directors General and departmental heads on Monday.
He stressed that discipline in policy execution must go hand in hand with collaboration across departments if the institution is to meet its mandate.
“We must strengthen our teamwork and ensure discipline in implementing monetary policy. Accountability and transparency are not optional they are the foundation of our credibility as a central bank,” Costa told the gathering in a statement.
The meeting, held at BoSS headquarters in Juba, was also attended by the Second Deputy Governor for Administration and Finance, Rita Nyankiir Akoon. Her presence signaled unified leadership at the top of the institution, reinforcing the Governor’s call for cohesion.
The governor’s remarks come at a time when South Sudan continues to grapple with inflationary pressures, currency volatility, and the need to stabilize financial systems. The central bank’s credibility depends not only on sound technical decisions but also on the ability of its leadership to act in concert.
By emphasizing teamwork, Costa sought to ensure that departmental silos do not undermine policy effectiveness. He urged directors to align their operations with the Bank’s strategic priorities, noting that professionalism and excellence must be reflected in both internal processes and external engagements.
“Our success depends on collective responsibility. Each department must contribute to the broader vision of stability and growth. Teamwork is the bridge between policy and impact,” Costa added.
Deputy Governor Akoon echoed the Governor’s sentiments, highlighting the importance of administrative discipline in supporting financial reforms. She emphasized that cohesion among senior officials would strengthen the Bank’s ability to deliver on its mandate.
The meeting’s agenda reflected broader institutional concerns about governance and public trust. By foregrounding accountability and transparency, Costa positioned BoSS as an institution seeking to rebuild confidence in its stewardship of monetary policy.
His insistence on teamwork suggested that leadership cohesion is as critical as technical expertise in navigating South Sudan’s economic challenges.
The Governor’s dual emphasis on discipline and teamwork reflects a recognition that monetary policy cannot succeed in isolation.
Effective reforms require both rigorous adherence to institutional values and a united leadership front capable of steering the Bank through turbulent economic waters.
As BoSS moves forward, the Governor’s directive sets a tone of seriousness and collective responsibility. Whether this renewed emphasis on discipline and teamwork translates into tangible improvements will be closely watched by citizens and stakeholders alike.