Pipelines and Promises: Reassessing Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Socio-Economic Transformation in Oil-Rich Melut County, South Sudan

Abraham Padiet Deng Alony and Maxwell Adea
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Abraham Padiet Deng Alony: Department of Business Management, University of Juba, Juba, South Sudan.
Maxwell Adea: University of Juba, Juba, South Sudan.

International Journal of Science and Business, 2025, vol. 44, issue 1, 91-99

Abstract: The extractive industry, particularly oil, is a primary revenue source for South Sudan, yet host communities like Melut County continue to experience profound socio-economic challenges. Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives by oil operating companies are promoted as a mechanism for sustainable development and conflict mitigation. This study critically assesses the implementation and socio-economic impact of these CSR programs in Melut County. A mixed-methods approach was employed, including a household survey (n=300), key informant interviews (n=25), and focus group discussions (n=6). Findings reveal a significant disparity between community expectations and CSR outcomes. While companies report substantial investment in health (22%) and education (18%), 78% of community respondents expressed dissatisfaction, citing poorly maintained infrastructure and lack of local employment. A strong positive correlation (r = 0.723, p

Keywords: Corporate Social Responsibility; Extractives; Oil and Gas; Community Development; South Sudan; Sustainable Development; Melut Basin (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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DOI: 10.58970/IJSB.2557

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