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S. Sudan prepares to halt oil production
Amidst political turmoil following Kiir’s dismissal of his entire cabinet, South Sudan also faces severe economical challenges as another oil-shutdown looms.
25.04.2024 | Juba
Stephen Dhieu Dau, South Sudan’s former Minister of Mining and Petroleum speaks to journalist in Juba, July 23.
South Sudan announced on Tuesday, May 23, it will shutdown oil production ahead of a deadline Sudan has set for oil companies operating on its territory to stop receiving, processing and transporting South Sudan’s crude oil.
On July 9, Khartoum ordered oil companies to complete the shutdown by August 7.
South Sudan has gradually reduced the quantities of oil produced per day over the last week, preparing for the impending shutdown.
Charlton Doki reports from Juba:
