27 March 2026
Nimule, Eastern Equatoria State
Republic of South Sudan
The Executive Director of the South Sudan National Bureau of Standards (SSNBS), Hon. Oiylang Dominic, today visited the SSNBS Nimule Station as part of his ongoing efforts to engage directly with staff and strengthen operations at key entry points into the country.
He was accompanied by a delegation from Juba, including the Director General for Legal Metrology and other senior directors. Upon arrival, the team was warmly received by the station’s administration, led by Mr. Jacob Matiop, together with the staff.
During the visit, the Nimule team shared updates on their day-to-day work, highlighting their achievements, the challenges they face, and areas where more support is needed. The discussion provided an open platform for staff to speak candidly about their experiences on the ground.
In his remarks, Hon.Oiylang Dominic expressed his sincere appreciation for the warm welcome and commended the team for their dedication. He emphasized the importance of the Nimule entry point, describing it as the “lifeline of the nation” because of its central role in trade and in ensuring that goods entering the country meet required standards.
He reaffirmed that the South Sudan National Bureau of Standards is a scientific and regulatory institution mandated to protect public health and safety through conformity assessment, enforcement of standards, and facilitation of fair trade. He urged all staff to uphold the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and accountability in the discharge of their duties.
In his closing remarks, the Executive Director reiterated that the objective of the visit was to strengthen institutional effectiveness through direct engagement with frontline officers.
He encouraged the Nimule team to continue working collaboratively, with integrity and commitment, in fulfilling the mandate entrusted to the Bureau under the laws of the Republic of South Sudan. He further assured staff of his open-door policy and reaffirmed his full support in addressing operational challenges and enhancing service delivery.