"We the willing, led by the unknowing, are doing the impossible for the ungrateful. We have done so much, with so little, for so long, we are now qualified to do anything, with nothing" By Konstantin Josef Jireček, a Czech historian, diplomat and slavist.
Written By:Obrien Kimani, Posted: Thu, Sep 01, 2011
Equity Bank plans to open four more branches in South Sudan as the bank rushes to position herself in the largely un-tapped market.
The bank which opened its fourth branch in the country this week plans to tap into the Western, Eastern Equatorial, Jonglei and Western Baraghazal states among others according to Equity bank South Sudan executive director Paul Gitahi.
The world’s newest state which has been embroiled in civil war for many decades has become a soft target for Kenyan investors due to massive potential growth as the country embarks on a rebuilding path.
Already there are two Kenyan banks operating in South Sudan and three more are expected to join the list early next year.
Family Bank is the latest to proclaim intentions of opening a branch early next year followed by Co-operative bank and Kenya Commercial Bank.
Local manufacturers like Bidco and EABL who have been using distribution networks to supply the market also plan to establish there while KenolKobil and BAT Kenya target to increase supply.
PaanLuel Wël – Founder and Editor-in-Chief of PaanLuel Wël Media
PaanLuel Wël is the founder and editor-in-chief of PaanLuel Wël Media Ltd, a prominent news and commentary platform dedicated to covering the news, history, culture, literature, and socio-political affairs of South Sudan and the world. Established in July 2011, the website was born out of PaanLuel Wël’s vision to create a space for free expression and constructive dialogue during a pivotal moment in South Sudan’s history.
Through PaanLuel Wël Media, he has cultivated a vibrant intellectual forum that features a diverse range of voices, from poets, authors, and academics to activists, commentators, and community columnists. The platform is rooted in the belief that an informed and engaged citizenry is essential to the project of nation-building and social transformation.
PaanLuel Wël is a passionate advocate for the power of media to educate, empower, and connect people across political, ethnic, and generational divides. He is committed to fostering a culture of dialogue, tolerance, and inclusivity and is deeply invested in mentoring the next generation of South Sudanese writers and journalists.
