JUBA, August 29, 2024 — A forthcoming report from the investigative group Reporters Without Tribes is set to expose serious corruption within South Sudan’s Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning, raising concerns over the effectiveness of the National Security Service’s Economic Department.
The report, based on an eight-month investigation, details widespread corruption among ministry staff, documenting their lavish lifestyles and illicit activities. Sources within the ministry and testimonies from victims reveal how employees have leveraged their positions to engage in lucrative schemes, often at the expense of others.
One victim recounted how ministry employees sabotaged his marriage by financing a rival to prevent the union. This example highlights the extent of the influence these corrupt officials wield within the ministry.
The investigative team has criticized the National Security Service’s Economic Department for failing to arrest and prosecute those involved, despite the mounting evidence. “In other countries, corruption is recognized as a threat to national security. It’s alarming that our authorities are not doing enough to address this issue,” a source close to the investigation said.
The full report is expected to be published soon, potentially igniting further scrutiny of the Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning and prompting calls for accountability and reform.
