In May, humanitarian access in #SouthSudan remained severely constrained, limiting efforts to reach people in need.
π 69 access incidents reported
π Increased violence against aid workers
π Restrictions on movement of humanitarian supplies
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OCHA South Sudan
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OCHA South Sudan
@OCHASouthSudan
United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) in South Sudan
Joined February 2013
- Every sachet of Ready-to-Use Therapeutic Food (RUTF) can help save a child's life. In #SouthSudan, where 2.2 million children under five are at risk of acute malnutrition, support from the #SouthSudanHumanitarianFund / @OCHAFunds ensures that RUTF reaches the most vulnerableπIt fits in a palm. It requires no water, no refrigeration, no preparation. This small packet can help a child recover from severe malnutrition. Thanks to the South Sudan Humanitarian Fund, #RUTF reaches vulnerable children across South Sudan. @OCHAFunds00:00
- The #SouthSudanHumanitarianFund Annual Report is out! In 2025, the Fund: π°Allocated US$44.8 million β Funded 103 projects through 57 humanitarian partners πReached 1.8 million people with life-saving assistance Read the Reportπbit.ly/4owil7M
- OCHA South Sudan repostedClashes in Jonglei have displaced thousands of people. Families are fleeing insecurity but in the safe areas they lack basic supplies. @UNICEF is rapidly scaling up response efforts but more resources are required as the needs are immense. unicef.org/southsudan/stoβ¦
- OCHA South Sudan repostedWith support from the South Sudan Humanitarian Fund, International Medical Corps is providing lifesaving health and nutrition services to conflict-affected communities in Canal Pigi, Fashoda and Malakal Counties, #SouthSudan. @OCHASouthSudan@OCHAFunds#HumanitarianAction
- OCHA South Sudan repostedβI have shelter, but there is no food,β -Nyanko, a mother of 6. After fleeing violence & losing her husband, she reached Malakal with her children. With support from the South Sudan Humanitarian Fund, she now has shelter but needs remain. Her story: unocha.org/news/my-childrβ¦
- OCHA South Sudan repostedA delegation with reps from πΈπΈ Government, @unmissmedia, @UNHCRSouthSudan, @OCHASouthSudan & NGO Forum are in Malakal to take stock of #DurableSolutions progress in Upper Nile with area-based coordination partners. This is ahead of the upcoming 2nd Steering Committee Meeting.
- After weeks of displacement, Nyabel & her family returned home to Akobo, alongside thousands of others. Since May, aid workers have been providing food, health & protection support to help returnee families recover & rebuild. Read their story: bit.ly/4fHr3Oh00:00
- In our latest Humanitarian Update, πHumanitarian partners scaled up assistance to communities in Akobo, but challenges persist. π Access to affected communities remains limited. π Disease outbreaks pose serious risks to vulnerable communities. Read bit.ly/4akOucs
- After witnessing the impact of aid efforts in Akobo, the Humanitarian Coordinator, Ramanathan Balakrishnan urged stronger civilian protection, unhindered humanitarian access, and the safety of aid workers. As tens of thousands are returning, scaled-up response is critical.
- OCHA South Sudan repostedVisiting Akobo, #SouthSudan πΈπΈ, #UNMISS DSRSG, Humanitarian/Resident Coordinator, Ramanathan Balakrishnan, called for strengthened protection of civilians, humanitarian access to all areas, and safety and security for humanitarian actors supporting vulnerable communities. Find
- βI have shelter, but there is no food,β Nyanko said. Forced to flee to Malakal for safety, sheβs now rebuilding her life with support from @OCHAFunds More help is needed to ensure families like hers can survive and recover. Read her story below πbit.ly/4dT0HWQ00:00
- OCHA South Sudan repostedYou canβt end every crisis. But you can end someoneβs. Imagine losing your home to floods and struggling every day to feed your children. This is the reality Rebecca faced in#SouthSudan, until help arrived. This is what humanitarian aid can do. One life at a time.00:00
