South Sudan’s National Bureau of Standards (SSNBS) announced the interception of 11 trucks carrying fuel from Uganda that failed to meet required East African quality standards.
The fuel was seized at the Nimule border crossing during a routine inspection. Laboratory tests revealed that the shipment was non-compliant with national safety regulations, prompting authorities to order its re-export to Uganda.
In a statement, the SSNBS emphasized that the move aligns with its mandate to protect consumers, the environment, and public health. “Only products that meet established standards will be permitted into the country,” the agency stressed.
This is not the first time South Sudan has rejected non-compliant goods from Uganda. In April 2025, six trucks transporting 3,840 bags of substandard white sorghum intended for humanitarian use were similarly returned at the Nimule entry point.
Established in 2012, the SSNBS oversees product testing, certification, inspection, and market surveillance to ensure quality and consumer safety in South Sudan.