South Sudan has secured the position of vice president of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) for the African region, marking a major step in the c...
South Sudan has secured the position of vice president of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) for the African region, marking a major step in the country's efforts to strengthen its role in international renewable energy cooperation.The position was secured during the ninth session of the ISA Assembly, held in New Delhi, India, from Nov. 2 to 5, alongside the Bharat Renewable Energy Summit and Expo 2026.Speaking on the outcome of the Assembly, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Energy and Dams Eng. Madhieu Achuil Mawien said the appointment would strengthen South Sudan's participation in regional and international energy cooperation and support renewable energy development across Africa.Mawien said the Assembly reviewed and adopted reports from committees and subcommittees representing the alliance's four regional blocs and approved its budget for the 2027 financial year.The Assembly also re-elected India's minister of new and renewable energy as president of the alliance, while France secured the position of co-president following a vote against Burkina Faso, he said.Discussions also focused on regional cooperation priorities, including electricity interconnection among African countries and challenges affecting renewable energy development.The 10th session of the ISA Assembly is scheduled to take place in India on Nov. 1, 2027.South Sudan's delegation also participated in a ministerial session that discussed the Terawatt Initiative, which seeks to accelerate renewable energy development.During the discussions, the delegation outlined challenges facing South Sudan's energy sector and highlighted investment opportunities available in the country.Mawien said the government was ready to welcome international investors and development partners, particularly Indian companies, as it works to strengthen legal and policy frameworks to create a conducive environment for investment.He said electricity access in South Sudan remains below 10%, while the government aims to increase access to 35% by 2030 through investment partnerships, infrastructure development and expanded renewable energy projects.Mawien reaffirmed the government's commitment to developing the energy sector and expanding electricity access to support economic growth and improve living conditions across the country.Photo Credit: Ministry of Energy.
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