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 ... Read More»

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 ... Read More»

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 ... Read More»

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 ... Read More»

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 ... Read More»