By Matik Kueth
The South Sudan Freight Forwarders Association (SSFFA) and the South Sudan Revenue Authority (SSRA) on Monday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Juba, aimed at strengthening the training, capacity building and professional development of customs agents and freight logisticians.
The agreement establishes a Joint National Curriculum Implementation Committee that will oversee the alignment of the country’s customs and freight forwarding training with the East African Customs and Freight Forwarding Practicing Certificate (EACFFPC).
Deng Daniel Ayuen, SSFFA’s President, said the partnership will help improve professionalism, ethics and competence across the customs and logistics sector.
“This Memorandum of Understanding marks a significant milestone in the professionalization of South Sudan’s customs and freight forwarding industry. By partnering with the South Sudan Revenue Authority, we are investing in the knowledge, skills and ethical standards of our customs agents and freight logisticians,” Deng stated.
He added, “Aligning our training with the East African Customs and Freight Forwarding Practicing Certificate will ensure our professionals meet regional and international standards while contributing to more efficient trade facilitation and economic growth.”
He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to building a skilled workforce capable of supporting efficient trade facilitation and customs administration.
The initiative is expected to enhance the quality of training for customs agents and freight logisticians, equipping them with internationally recognized knowledge and skills to better serve the country’s growing trade sector.
The SSFFA’s president further commended the South Sudan Revenue Authority Commissioner General, Amb. Moun Deng Ajuet, for championing the partnership and advancing efforts to professionalize the freight forwarding industry in South Sudan.
On his part, Ajuet stressed that the partnership will strengthen customs professionalism and improve trade facilitation through standardized training.
“This partnership is an important step toward building a skilled and professional customs workforce. By investing in training and aligning our standards with the region, we will strengthen trade facilitation, improve compliance and support South Sudan’s economic growth,” he stated.
The memorandum marks a significant step toward strengthening institutional cooperation and developing a more competent and ethical customs and logistics profession in the country.