South Sudan will soon resume crude oil exports through a port in Sudan.
A government official confirmed this development to Reuters on Thursday.
This follows the completion of repairs to a crucial pipeline damaged during fighting in Sudan.
The conflict erupted between Burhan’s army and the rival Rapid Support Forces last April.
The war has displaced millions and led to severe famine conditions in the region.
Oil exports through this pipeline have been essential for South Sudan’s economy.
These exports account for 90% of South Sudan’s foreign exchange earnings.
Sudan also benefits by receiving transit fees for the oil transported through its territory.
Tut Gatluak Manime led a recent delegation to Port Sudan for discussions.
He noted that officials inspected production sites along the pipeline for readiness.
Some pipelines were previously frozen but have since been cleaned with hot water and chemicals.
Manime stated that the pipelines are now prepared for full production of oil.
South Sudan previously exported between 100,000 to 150,000 barrels of crude daily.
Analysts warn that the pipeline damage has caused environmental contamination and increased food prices.
