By Awan Achiek
The Minister of Finance and Planning, Kuol Daniel Ayulo, on Tuesday tabled a proposed SSP 11.34 trillion national budget for the 2026/27 fiscal year before Parliament. The government aims to maintain macroeconomic stability, stimulate economic growth, and foster private-sector development amidst mounting economic challenges.
The proposed budget, themed “Building Resilience and Economic Prosperity for Sustainable Peace,” reflects the government’s focus on strengthening economic stability, expanding opportunities for citizens, and improving service delivery.
Addressing lawmakers, Minister Kuol stated that the draft budget would be financed by SSP 9.01 trillion from oil revenue and SSP 2.32 trillion from non-oil sources.
“The proposed resource envelope for fiscal year 2026/2027 amounts to SSP 11.34 trillion. The budget shall be financed through domestic revenues comprising oil and non-oil sources,” Kuol said.
“Oil revenue is estimated at SSP 9.01 trillion, representing approximately 79.5 percent of total revenue. Non-oil revenue is projected at SSP 2.32 trillion, representing approximately 20.5 percent of total revenue.”
Kuol noted that the 2026-2027 budget comes as the country grapples with an economic meltdown and prepares for the upcoming December elections.
He added that the government is also pursuing economic recovery and strengthening institutions to improve citizens’ welfare.
“The government shall continue implementing measures aimed at broadening the domestic tax base, including digitalization of tax collection, strengthening revenue administration, and reducing dependence on oil revenue.”
Kuol also announced that the ministry earmarked SSP 183 billion for the election scheduled for December 22, 2026.
Kuol stated that the projected expenditure estimates total 1.43 trillion SSP, comprising 1.43 trillion SSP for wages and salaries, 1.33 trillion SSP for goods and services, and 2.71 trillion SSP for capital.
He further detailed other expenditures, including 2.71 trillion SSP for mandatory payments, 933.4 billion SSP for transfers and grants, and 63.33 million SSP for subsidies, with an additional 2.160 trillion SSP allocated for loan payments.
The ministry also allocated 933 billion SSP for transfers and grants, which encompass state and administrative block, county, and conditional transfers.
Kuol noted that 2 trillion SSP was allocated for capital, covering oil for infrastructure and other capital obligations.
He mentioned that the government would continue payments to Sudan, with 1 trillion SSP earmarked for oil-producing states, 156 billion SSP for oil-producing communities, and 234 billion SSP for the Ministry of Petroleum.
Kuol also stated that the ministry allocated 2 billion SSP to cover outstanding domestic and international loan obligations, including interest, while 500 billion SSP was earmarked as recapitalization funds for the Bank of South Sudan.
He added that the government has earmarked 244.3 billion SSP for accountability institutions such as the Audit Chamber, the National Bureau of Statistics, and the Anti-Corruption Commission, among others.
According to the minister, 508.8 billion SSP is allocated for general functions and 513 billion SSP for education.
He revealed that 371.1 billion SSP is earmarked for health and 1.187 trillion SSP for infrastructure.
He further specified that 406.0 billion SSP is allocated for natural resources and 927.4 billion SSP for public administration.
Meanwhile, 721.1 billion SSP is earmarked for the rule of law and 710.89 billion SSP for security.
Additionally, 17.74 billion SSP is allocated for social and humanitarian affairs, and 5.728 trillion SSP for other payments.
Joseph Ngere Paciko, Speaker of the Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA), referred the draft budget to the Standing Specialized Committee on Finance and Planning. The Financial Bill 2026/2027 and the Appropriation Bill 2026/2027 were referred to the Committee on Legislation and Legal Affairs for scrutiny.
He stated that the committees are expected to report back to the assembly within 21 days for a review of the budget.
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