For Immediate Release May 24, 2023 We condemn the May 23 attack by armed individuals at a World Food Programme (WFP) warehouse in Bor, Jonglei State.  We stand with the WFP and all courageous aid workers and organizations who seek to help South Sudanese people in need.  We reiterate our calls on the transitional government …

For Immediate Release Office of Press Relations press@usaid.gov Friday, May 19, 2023 Press Release The United States, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), is providing an initial $103 million in additional humanitarian assistance to support Sudan and neighboring countries experiencing the impacts of the crisis. The new funding includes $8 million for the …

Agreement on a Short-Term Ceasefire and Humanitarian Arrangements in Sudan MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON MAY 20, 2023 Begin text: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the United States of America announce that on May 20, 2023, in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, representatives of the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces signed an Agreement on a Short-Term Ceasefire and Humanitarian Arrangements.  The short-term ceasefire, which enters into …

The U.S. Government through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) held an event in Juba on March 16 to share lessons learned on a new approach to working with communities to build resilience to food insecurity and other shocks in South Sudan.  USAID’s Policy LINK activity over the last three years piloted community-driven ways …

We join international partners in condemning the March 17 attack on a World Food Programme convoy in Jonglei State in which two people were killed and several others injured.  We offer our condolences to the families of the victims.  We call on the leaders of the transitional government of South Sudan and its security forces to …

March 8, 2023 – The U.S. Government joins the people of South Sudan in celebrating International Women’s Day, which is marked annually on March 8 to celebrate the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women.  This year’s United Nations theme is “DigitALL: Innovation and technology for gender equality.”  The U.S. Government is committed to …

February 6, 2023 – The Troika Embassies (Norway, United Kingdom, and the United States) express grave concern over the killings of more than 20 residents, as well as other acts of violence, in Kajo-Keji county in Central Equatoria.  We express our deepest condolences to the families of the victims.  We call on the transitional government …

The U.S. Embassy condemns in the strongest terms the recent targeted attacks on humanitarian workers and their compounds in South Sudan, including those that have led to the deaths of three South Sudanese humanitarian workers and injury to others.  We renew our call for South Sudan’s leaders to act with urgency to end subnational violence …

Each year, the United States dedicates the month of January to raising awareness about human trafficking.  During this month, the U.S. Government reaffirms the importance of commitment throughout the year to end human trafficking, which constitutes one of the worst categories of human rights violations.  We also honor the achievements of those who are dedicated …

Juba, South Sudan— On October 6, 2022, U.S. Ambassador Michael J. Adler made his first trip outside of Juba to Malakal in Upper Nile State. He visited the Protection of Civilians site where he met with residents, USAID implementing partners, and UNMISS personnel.  Ambassador Adler also visited medical facilities and a food warehouse supported by …

STATEMENT BY THE TROIKA                                                          SEPTEMBER 1, 2022 With today’s vote in the Reconstituted Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission (RJMEC) to extend the transitional period, South Sudan’s leaders again extended their time in power despite failing over the past four years to deliver fully on the commitments they made in the 2018 Revitalized Agreement on …

Today marks five years since the death of American journalist Christopher Allen, who was killed on August 26, 2017, while covering clashes between the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces and the Sudan People’s Liberation Army-In Opposition.  The U.S. Embassy renews its calls to the Government of South Sudan to conduct a credible inquiry into Mr. …

The United States notes with concern the growing tensions in South Sudan, including recent clashes between the South Sudan People’s Defense Force’s (SSPDF) and the Sudan People’s Liberation Army/Movement-In Opposition (SPLA/M-IO) in Upper Nile state.  We call for both sides to observe fully their obligations under the existing peace agreement and note that inflammatory rhetoric …

For Immediate Release Friday, March 25, 2022 Office of Press Relations press@usaid.gov The United States, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is providing more than $195 million in additional humanitarian assistance for the people of South Sudan, who continue to experience the devastating effects of violence, food insecurity, the COVID-19 pandemic, and successive years …

For Immediate Release                                                                                 Date 16, 2021 USAID Announces New Five-Year, Gender-Aware,  Sustainable Water, Sanitation and …

Juba, South Sudan—Through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), the U.S. Government is continuing years of support for basic education in South Sudan through a new agreement supporting Phase II of Girls’ Education South Sudan (GESS),

The Troika (United States, United Kingdom, and Norway) is deeply dismayed by reports that the National Security Service forced the cancelation of a civil society panel discussion on the constitutional history of South Sudan on July 17.  For peace to take hold, South Sudanese must be able to speak freely.  Article 6.13 of South Sudan’s …

PRESS STATEMENT ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE JULY 9, 2021 On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I congratulate the people of South Sudan on ten years of independence. The United States is proud to support the people of South Sudan, and we are committed to working with the transitional …

Statement by Administrator Samantha Power Friday, July 9, 2021 Office of Press Relations press@usaid.gov Ten years ago, on July 9, the world watched with hope and optimism as the people of South Sudan jubilantly celebrated the birth of their new nation. An overwhelming majority—some 99 percent—had supported independence, reflecting the shared aspirations of millions of …

The Troika (United States, United Kingdom, and Norway) congratulates the people of South Sudan on 10 years of independence.  On July 9, 2011, South Sudanese joined together in unity to celebrate the country’s birth. It was a joyous occasion, filled with hope and possibility. The first ten years of this young country’s history have seen …

U.S. Embassy Juba Chargé d’Affaires a.i. Larry E. André, Jr. This month, both the United States and South Sudan celebrate their independence.  The United States gained independence from Britain 245 years ago.  South Sudan gained independence from Sudan 10 years ago.  This is a time for both our nations to reflect on the ideals and …

Healing and Learning from Historical Traumas U.S. Embassy Juba Chargé d’Affaires a.i. Larry E. André, Jr. This week marks the 100th anniversary of the Tulsa Race Massacre, which stands among the worst incidents of racial violence in U.S. history.  A white supremacist mob, backed by local authorities, raided, firebombed, and destroyed the prosperous Black neighborhood …

The Heads of Mission of Canada, France, Germany, Japan, the Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, the United States and Turkey express their serious concern about unacceptable and appalling attacks on aid operations countrywide. Over the past weeks, direct attacks on humanitarian workers took place in Renk, Jamjang, Gumuruk, Torit and Panyijiar.  Humanitarian workers …

The United States, the United Kingdom, Norway, Canada, the European Union, Germany, France, the Netherlands, and Sweden congratulate the Government of South Sudan on reconstituting the Transitional National Legislative Assembly (R-TNLA). This is an important action required by the 2018 revitalized peace agreement, and a necessary step toward peace in South Sudan. A unified and …

April 23, 2021 TO: The South Sudan Transitional Government of National Unity  Attention:  President Salva Kiir First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar Vice President Hussein Abdelbagi Vice President James Wani Igga Vice President Taban Deng Gai Vice President Rebecca Nyandeng Garang A letter of concern and a call to action from members of the Troika, …

March 25, 2021 U.S. Government Supports COVID-19 Vaccine Deployment in South Sudan Juba, South Sudan – The United States congratulates South Sudan on the successful start of the COVID-19 vaccine campaign on March 25. This campaign was made possible through the Gavi COVAX Advance Market Commitment, a global initiative to support equitable access to COVID-19 …

The U.S. Embassy in Juba is deeply concerned by reports of renewed fighting in and around the Moroto training center in southern Central Equatoria, which has impacted trainees for the unified forces and civilians.  We call for an immediate end to the fighting, and urge the parties to the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict …

The U.S. Embassy in Juba joins the  UN  and international community in condemning the recent killings of humanitarian aid workers in South Sudan.  In the past week alone, two separate attacks in South Sudan’s Jonglei State resulted in the deaths of two aid workers and injuries to three staff.  The overall increase in violence has resulted in the …

The United States, the United Kingdom, and Norway (the Troika) welcome the signing of the peace agreement between the Civilian-led Transitional Government, the Sudan Revolutionary Front (SRF), Sudan Liberation Movement-Minni Minawi and Sudanese Alliance on October 3, 2020.  The peace agreement marks an important step toward meeting the calls of the Sudanese people for freedom, …

Statement of the Troika Special Envoys on the 2nd anniversary of the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan (R-ARCSS) The Troika (Norway, the United States and the United Kingdom) reconfirms its support for the people of South Sudan and shares their desire to see a permanent end …

December 10, 2019 Global Magnitsky designations target serious human rights abuse worldwide on International Human Rights Day Washington – Today, on International Human Rights Day, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has taken action against 18 individuals located in Burma, Pakistan, Libya, Slovakia, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), and …

For Immediate Release U.S. EMBASSY JUBA, SOUTH SUDAN Office of Public Affairs Press Release November 15, 2019 USAID Provides $92.5 Million in Humanitarian Assistance to People of South Sudan JUBA, South Sudan—The United States Government through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is providing $92.5 million in humanitarian assistance to help people affected by …

November 10, 2019 On the occasion of the meeting of the Council of Ministers of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development, the Troika wishes to reiterate its commitment to South Sudan. The people of South Sudan want and deserve peace. We have heard the commitment from all parties to the permanent ceasefire. We expect the parties …

On the occasion of the visit of the Norwegian and UK Special Envoys to Juba this week in advance of the expiry of the pre-transitional period on 12 November, the Troika wishes to reiterate its commitment to South Sudan. The people of South Sudan want and deserve peace. We have heard the commitment from all …

Reaffirming the support of the United States for the people of the Republic of South Sudan and calling on all parties to uphold their commitments to peace and dialogue as outlined in the 2018 revitalized peace agreement.

October 18, 2019 South Sudan faces a critical moment in the journey toward a peaceful and prosperous future.  There are now less than four weeks for political leaders to form a transitional government as they committed to in the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan.  The United …

July 4, 2019 Salutations:  Friends, colleagues, fellow Americans   The Fourth of July has always been one of my favorite holidays, and although I’m missing my hometown parade and fireworks, I’m certainly glad to be celebrating the occasion with you here in Juba. (I’m sure you all agree, Americans are a humble people, but) this …

For Immediate Release June 27, 2019 Press Release We were deeply concerned by the verdict in the case of Peter Biar Ajak and five other men, just days after the Government of South Sudan took an important step by ratifying the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights.  The government must guarantee citizens’ freedom of …

The members of the Troika (Norway, the United Kingdom, and the United States) express their appreciation of IGAD’s role in advancing the South Sudan peace process. The September 2018 Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan (R-ARCSS), represents an opportunity to build peace and stability in South Sudan. …

A new partnership in South Sudan is combatting Fall Armyworm, an insect that can cause significant damage to crops, including maize and sorghum.  With more than half of South Sudan’s current population—nearly 6.2 million people—in need of life-saving food assistance in January, Fall Armyworm threatens to exacerbate food insecurity that is already severe. South Sudanese …

The following statement was issued jointly by the Governments of the United Kingdom, the United States of America and Norway and delivered by UK Special Representative for Sudan and South Sudan Ambassador Chris Trott. The members of the Troika (the United Kingdom, United States, and Norway) welcome the commitment of the region to come together to …

The United States sees today’s verdict as an important step toward justice for the perpetrators of violence, including murder and sexual assault, at the Terrain Hotel compound in Juba, South Sudan, on July 11, 2016.  We commend, in particular, those who provided testimony for their bravery in facing their attackers. We urge the Government of …

The text of the following statement was issued jointly by the Governments of the United States of America, the United Kingdom, and Norway. The members of the Troika (the United States, the United Kingdom, and Norway) support the engagement of the region in the recent Khartoum-based negotiations on outstanding governance and security issues. We acknowledge …

We are deeply troubled by the arrest and ongoing detention by the South Sudanese National Security Service (NSS) of youth activist Peter BiarAjak on the morning of Saturday 28 July 2018. He has now been detained for over six days.

Today, 19 June, the International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict, we call on all parties to the conflict to stop immediately using sexual violence as a tactic of war, which is happening on an appalling scale in South Sudan, and with impunity. The use of sexual violence as a tactic of …

For Immediate Release                                                                                           May 3, 2018  The text of the following statement was issued jointly by the Heads of Mission of Canada, the Kingdom of Denmark, the French Republic, Japan, the Kingdom of the Netherlands, the Kingdom of Norway, the Kingdom of Sweden, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America. Celebrating World Press …

The following statement is issued jointly by the Heads of Missions in Juba of Canada, Denmark, the European Union, France, Germany, Japan, the Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America. We are deeply concerned by the deteriorating security conditions for humanitarian aid workers in South Sudan. We strongly condemn …

The text of the following statement was issued jointly by the Heads of Mission of Canada, the Kingdom of Denmark, the French Republic, Japan, the Kingdom of the Netherlands, the Kingdom of Norway, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America. Today, on International Women’s Day, we join with women and girls across South …

The action this weekend by National Security Service agents to block a civil society leader from traveling to a transitional justice forum is unacceptable. This action, directed against an officially recognized Stakeholder in the High-Level Revitalization Forum peace talks, calls into question the Government of South Sudan’s commitment to Article 5 of the 2015 Agreement …

The text of the following statement was issued jointly by the Heads of Mission of the United States of America, the United Kingdom, and Norway: The members of the Troika (Norway, the United Kingdom, and the United States) condemn the breaking up of a meeting of youth leaders in Juba for a briefing on the …

Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC February 16, 2018 The text of the following statement was issued jointly by the Governments of the United States of America, the United Kingdom, and Norway. The members of the Troika (Norway, the United Kingdom, and the United States) welcome the parties’ constructive efforts toward compromise for …

Statement by Spokesperson Heather Nauert February 2, 2018 The Department of State today announces that it is implementing restrictions on the export of defense articles and defense services into South Sudan. The United States is appalled by the continuing violence in South Sudan that has created one of Africa’s worst humanitarian crises. The government and …

January 29, 2018 Troika statement on the use of child soldiers The Troika Heads of Mission of the United Kingdom, United States, and Norway echo the great concern expressed by the IGAD Council of Ministers at the continued employment of child soldiers by the Parties. It is appalling that South Sudan’s children are bearing the …

U.S. EMBASSY JUBA, SOUTH SUDAN Office of Public Affairs For Immediate Release November 24, 2017 Reports of Troika Excluding Riek Machar from Revitalization Forum are False Recent press reports/assertions by the government of South Sudan that the Troika has agreed to exclude Dr. Riek Machar from the IGAD High Level Revitalization Forum (HLRF) are false/ …

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is pleased to announce a three-year Sustainable Agriculture for Economic Resiliency  project in South Sudan, to address widespread food and nutrition deficiencies and help communities become increasingly resilient to shocks including conflict and economic and environment-related shocks. More than three years of conflict have made South Sudan …

Juba – Ambassador Alexander Laskaris, the Deputy to the AFRICOM Commander for Civil-Military Engagement visited Juba today to learn more about the deteriorating humanitarian situation in South Sudan. He visited a World Food Program warehouse and met with United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) leaders and humanitarian agencies. He was accompanied by the Charge …

  Press Statement Heather Nauert Department Spokesperson Washington, DC September 6, 2017     Today, the Department of the Treasury announced targeted sanctions on two South Sudanese government officials and one former official for their roles in threatening the peace, security, or stability of South Sudan, and three companies that are owned or controlled by …

Juba- Addressing a personal concern about the plight of South Sudanese women shared by U.S. Ambassador Molly Phee and former U.S. Ambassador Susan Page, the U.S. Embassy awarded local NGO Nile Hope to support the organization’s fight against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) in South Sudan.  In 2015, Ambassador Page won the U.S. Department of State’s Sue. …

Statement by Heather Nauert, Spokesperson The birth of South Sudan in 2011 was marked by hope for a peaceful and prosperous future. The American people, like many around the world, celebrated as the South Sudanese forged a free and independent nation following years of strife. Six years later, on the occasion of South Sudan’s independence, …

UNITED STATES AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT Office of Press Relations For Immediate Release July 8, 2017 Today, the United States announced nearly $639 million in additional humanitarian assistance to the millions of people affected by food insecurity and violence in South Sudan, Nigeria, Somalia, and Yemen. This additional funding brings the total U.S. humanitarian assistance …

Juba – On June 20, the United States joins our partners in South Sudan, the region, and across the world to commemorate World Refugee Day. The primary purpose of this commemorative day is to draw attention to the plight of refugees forced to flee from their homes because of violence, persecution, and insecurity. It is …

Following the attack by SPLA forces on the Terrain Hotel Compound on July 11, 2016, which included an assault on U.S. citizens, the U.S. government asked the government of the Republic of South Sudan to permit the FBI to assist in the investigation and the prosecution. The Minister of Justice subsequently extended an invitation to …

The U.S. today joins countries around the world in support of World Wildlife Day. Established by the United Nations in 2013, March 3 is a day designated to celebrate the world’s biodiversity and to raise awareness about the need to protect this precious resource. The theme of this year’s World Wildlife Day is “Listen to …