(WARRAP STATE) – Telecom Expansion in Warrap Gains Momentum as National Government Commits Support
The Government of South Sudan has signalled fresh investment in Warrap State’s communication infrastructure, with a pledge to install new telecommunication towers to boost security, trade, and service delivery.
The commitment was made by Michael Makuei Lueth, the Minister of Information, Communication Technology and Postal Services (MoICTPS), following a briefing from Warrap State Governor Bol Wek Agoth. The governor presented a report outlining the region’s lack of reliable road networks, poor communication systems, and limited commercial activity, all of which have continued to affect both governance and business.
Minister Makuei said the government would begin the rollout of telecom towers in key locations across Warrap, prioritising areas with high population movement and security presence. He added that on the job skills development will also be introduced for local media personnel at both state and community levels to strengthen public information services.
Governor Agoth confirmed that his administration is finalising a list of immediate ICT needs, which will be forwarded to the national ministry as part of preparations for the upcoming general elections. Improved network coverage is expected to enable smoother coordination between security agencies and widen business opportunities by connecting traders, farmers, and consumers to broader markets.
Telecommunications coverage remains uneven in many parts of South Sudan, with Warrap, Northern Bahr el Ghazal, and parts of Unity State among the least connected. Mobile operators have frequently cited high operational costs, fuel expenses, and limited electricity supply as major barriers to expansion.
However, the latest government intervention is viewed as a positive sign for investors and service providers seeking clarity on infrastructure priorities at state level.
| Area of Focus | Expected Impact in Warrap State |
|---|---|
| New telecom towers | Better security coordination and improved business communications |
| Media training | Stronger public information services |
| ICT priority submission | Alignment of state needs with national investment plans |
Business owners in Wau and Kuajok have long complained that communication delays increase transport costs and make supply chains unpredictable. A single phone call that fails to go through, they say, can delay grain deliveries or livestock sales by several days.
If implemented as promised, the expansion of telecom services could also reduce dependence on long road travel, making basic services more accessible to rural households.
