Khartoum: Member of the Transitional Sovereignty Council (TSC) and Assistant Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Lt. Gen. Ibrahim Jabir, emphasized the urgency of addressing the ongoing war aimed at dismantling Sudan’s national economy. He highlighted the multifaceted nature of the threats facing the country, including an economic and media war, as well as allegations of intentionally causing starvation.
According to Sudan News Agency, Jabir spoke at the second briefing workshop on the electronic collection and payment system, which was organized by the Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning in the Cabinet Hall. He commended the system for its role in safeguarding the economy, promoting transparency and good governance, achieving financial inclusion, and boosting bank revenues to offset wartime losses. Jabir also applauded efforts to protect ordinary citizens by digitizing financial transactions through banks, thereby reducing the risks associated with cash dealings.
Jabir urged the Ministry of Finance to spearhead the desired transformation. Meanwhile, Minister of Finance and Economic Planning, Dr. Gebreil Ibrahim, described the system as a cornerstone of the Ministry’s digital transformation. He outlined its objectives, such as enhancing transparency, curbing corruption, increasing revenues and resources, providing improved services to citizens, reducing financial and administrative costs, and minimizing the risks associated with cash transactions.
The Undersecretary of the Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning, Abdullah Ibrahim, who also chairs the Supervisory Committee for the Electronic Collection and Payment System, stated that the initiative is part of broader efforts to reform public finances. He added that the system aids in managing the Single Treasury Account, which helps control liquidity. Additionally, the Ministry plans to collaborate with World Bank experts to draft a new public finance law suitable for current needs.
Engineer Lemya’a Mohamed El-Nour, Director General of the Information Technology Department and Head of the System’s Technical Committee, provided an in-depth presentation on the system’s significance in transitioning from cash to electronic payments. Abdul-Mohsin Ahmed, Deputy Director of the Accouds Bureau, assured that the system is secure and effective in managing public funds.
Participants of the workshop, including ministers and other high-ranking officials, expressed unanimous support for the system’s role in enhancing financial and accounting performance. They praised the Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning’s efforts in advancing the national economy.