Norway is significantly increasing its support to the World Food Programme (WFP) in South Sudan, allocating an additional NOK 128.6 million (approximately USD 12.7 million) to bolster emergency assistance and initiatives aimed at strengthening community resilience. Minister of International Development Åsmund Aukrust highlighted the severity of the situation, noting that six million people in the country currently do not have enough to eat, underscoring the urgency of life-saving interventions.
The humanitarian crisis in South Sudan has been exacerbated by multiple factors, including escalating violence, severe flood damage following an intense rainy season, and large influxes of refugees from the conflict in Sudan. The United Nations estimates that within six months, over half of South Sudan’s population could be facing hunger, creating an urgent need for both immediate relief and longer-term support.
Norway’s continued support focuses on providing emergency aid while also investing in measures to reduce vulnerability to hunger over time. This dual approach addresses both immediate needs and the longer-term stability of communities, aiming to mitigate the compounding effects of conflict, climate change, and economic collapse that have intensified the country’s challenges.
Having been a key partner of WFP in South Sudan for many years, Norway’s renewed contribution ensures that aid reaches the most vulnerable populations while supporting sustainable initiatives to build resilience, strengthen local capacities, and enhance food security across the country.
