{"id":44619,"date":"2026-05-13T15:34:29","date_gmt":"2026-05-13T13:34:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.onecitizendaily.com\/?p=44619"},"modified":"2026-05-13T15:34:29","modified_gmt":"2026-05-13T13:34:29","slug":"unops-briefs-trade-ministry-on-nimule-border-post-project","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.onecitizendaily.com\/index.php\/2026\/05\/13\/unops-briefs-trade-ministry-on-nimule-border-post-project\/","title":{"rendered":"UNOPS briefs trade ministry on Nimule border post project"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong><em>By Sabri Dibaco <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The minister of trade and industry, Labanya Margaret Mathya, on Monday received a high-level delegation from the United Nations Office for Project Services for a briefing on the progress of the Nimule Border Post construction project.<\/p>\n<p>The briefing comes ahead of its official groundbreaking ceremony.<\/p>\n<p>According to a press statement issued by the ministry, discussions focused on the status of the strategic infrastructure project, which is expected to improve cross-border trade and facilitate the smooth movement of goods and people between South Sudan and Uganda.<\/p>\n<p>During the meeting, the UNOPS delegation congratulated Minister Labanya on her recent appointment and reaffirmed the organisation\u2019s commitment to continued partnership and cooperation in implementing the project.<\/p>\n<p>Minister Labanya welcomed the delegation and expressed appreciation for UNOPS\u2019 continued technical support toward the successful implementation of the initiative.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe Ministry remains committed to supporting this important project and ensuring that it is completed within the established timeframe,\u201d she said in the statement.<\/p>\n<p>The Nimule Border Post project is considered a key infrastructure initiative aimed at streamlining trade procedures, enhancing regional connectivity, and boosting the national economy through improved border management and increased commercial activity along the Nimule corridor.<\/p>\n<p>The Ministry of Trade and Industry has, in recent years, prioritised reforms and infrastructure projects designed to strengthen the country\u2019s trade sector and improve the business environment.<\/p>\n<p>The ministry has also been working closely with regional and international partners to modernise border facilities, facilitate cross-border commerce, and support regional integration within the East African Community.<\/p>\n<p>Nimule remains South Sudan\u2019s busiest entry point, handling a significant share of imports entering the country from Uganda and other regional markets.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>By Sabri Dibaco The minister of trade and industry, Labanya Margaret Mathya, on Monday received a high-level delegation from the United Nations Office for Project Services for a briefing on the progress of the Nimule Border Post construction project. 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