The Vice President says this commitment is in line with the directive issued by President Kiir, mandating the Economic Cluster to strengthen public sector efficiency, enhance economic governance, and drive national transformation.
Dr. Bol announced that they will soon aveil a roadmap for the progressive clearance of all outstanding salary areas. He lauded all economic institutions for their dedication and collaboration in making the milestone possible.
He added that the Bank of South Sudan has now established a ring-fenced Public Salaries Account, dedicated solely for salary disbursements, saying no funds from this account will be diverted, warning that any violations will result in personal accountability and prosecution.
The VP urged public servants to open individual bank accounts, emphasizing that direct salary payments would help eliminate payroll fraud, enhance transparency and support the government’s anti-money laundering agenda.
He further directed the Minister of Finance and Planning to engage with Commercial Banks to ensure reduced banking and transactions fees for public servants.
H.E. Bol Mel directly appealed to public servants to return to their duties with renewed energy and patriotism, emphasizing that their services are crucial to institutional strength, national development and economic recovery.
To the organized Forces, the Vice President emphasized the critical link between security and economic progress, urging them to intensify efforts to protect the vulnerable, uphold the rule of law and safeguard the nation’s investment climate.
He strongly warned that any person or group enduring investors or disrupting economic activity will be dealt with accordingly.
Additionally, Dr. Bol called on investors to observe the country’s laws, and to operate transparently, pay taxes diligently and contribute meaningfully to national development.
The Chair of the Economic Cluster assured the people of South Sudan that the government remains steadfast in its commitment to listen to them, and work tirelessly to revitalise the economy for the common good of the people.
