The Government of Japan will provide USD 14.77 million in urgent humanitarian and development assistance to the people of South Sudan under its supplementary budget for Fiscal Years 2025–2026.
According to a press release extended to Radio Tamazuj on Wednesday by the Embassy of Japan in South Sudan, said this new cross-sectoral package will be implemented in partnership with international organizations.
“Japan’s Official Development Assistance (ODA) is guided by the principle of ‘human security,’ which emphasizes protecting the lives and livelihoods of individuals as the highest priority. South Sudan continues to face severe humanitarian challenges, including flooding, food insecurity, and the ongoing impact of prolonged conflict,” the statement reads in part. “In response, this assistance aims to stabilize the most vulnerable communities by delivering emergency food aid, improving health and sanitation services, expanding educational opportunities, and supporting other critical needs.”
“Moreover, Japan is committed to supporting the implementation of the peace agreement through close cooperation with key regional bodies such as the (Reconstituted Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission (RJMEC), Ceasefire Transitional Security Arrangements Monitoring and Verification Mechanism (CTSAMVM), and Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD),” the statement added.
The embassy said the Government and people of Japan have stood firmly with South Sudan since before its independence and that Japan remains a reliable partner across key sectors, including food security, health, education, humanitarian assistance, peacebuilding, and governance, which are essential for South Sudan’s transition towards sustainable development.
“We firmly believe that lasting peace and stability are indispensable for achieving sustainable economic growth and improving the lives of South Sudanese people. Japan will continue to stand with South Sudan in its pursuit of a peaceful, resilient, and prosperous future,” the statement concluded.