During the course of production, the participants received mask sensitization Face masks production by women led initiative in Wau PoCAA site messaging on proper use of face masks for the prevention of COVID 19 transmission. In total 9,523 non medical reusable face masks were produced by the women led initiative to prevent the spread of Covid 19.


During the course of production, the participants received mask sensitization Face masks production by men led initiative in Wau PoCAA site messaging on proper use of face masks for the prevention of COVID 19 transmission. In total 9,523 non medical reusable face masks were produced by the men led initiative to prevent the spread of Covid 19.

Capacities & response->International response


During the course of production, the participants received mask sensitization Face masks production by people led initiative in Wau PoCAA site messaging on proper use of face masks for the prevention of COVID 19 transmission. In total 9,523 non medical reusable face masks were produced by the people led initiative to prevent the spread of Covid 19.


KEY ACHIEVEMENTS  ( as reported for week 01 June   06 June 2020 )  : 321,000 people engaged and reached with integrated COVID 19 and hygiene promotion services


KEY ACHIEVEMENTS  ( as reported for week 01 June   06 June 2020 )  : 321,000 men engaged and reached with integrated COVID 19 and hygiene promotion services


KEY ACHIEVEMENTS  ( as reported for week 01 June   06 June 2020 )  : 321,000 women engaged and reached with integrated COVID 19 and hygiene promotion services


Although only one county reported that 50 percent or more of households reported safety concerns while accessing their preferred water points   Ayod  ( 54 percent ) , compared to four during round 24, the national average remained constant at 16 percent, indicating that throughout the country parts of the population continue to face protection concerns while accessing water. ( December 2019 )


Although only one county reported that 50 percent or more of households reported safety concerns while accessing his preferred water points   Ayod  ( 54 percent ) , compared to four during round 24, the national average remained constant at 16 percent, indicating that throughout the country parts of the population continue to face protection concerns while accessing water. ( December 2019 )


Although only one county reported that 50 percent or more of households reported safety concerns while accessing her preferred water points   Ayod  ( 54 percent ) , compared to four during round 24, the national average remained constant at 16 percent, indicating that throughout the country parts of the population continue to face protection concerns while accessing water. ( December 2019 )


Joseph Wamala, the WHO's Country Preparedness and International Health Regulation Officer states: “It is still important that communities and individuals continue to observe public health measures. Mask wearing, physical distancing and frequent hand washing constitute the new normal. People should avoid crowded places with many people. People should avoid close contact setting and confined closed places with poor ventilation to reduce the risk of COVID spread.'

Priority interventions->Expressed by humanitarian staff


Joseph Wamala, the WHO's Country Preparedness and International Health Regulation Officer states: “It is still important that communities and men continue to observe public health measures. Mask wearing, physical distancing and frequent hand washing constitute the new normal. Men should avoid crowded places with many men. Men should avoid close contact setting and confined closed places with poor ventilation to reduce the risk of COVID spread.'


Joseph Wamala, the WHO's Country Preparedness and International Health Regulation Officer states: “It is still important that communities and women continue to observe public health measures. Mask wearing, physical distancing and frequent hand washing constitute the new normal. Women should avoid crowded places with many women. Women should avoid close contact setting and confined closed places with poor ventilation to reduce the risk of COVID spread.'


The number of the affected population by flooding as of now is estimated to be over 856,000 individuals. The number of affected Counties have jumped to 40 and no new flooding event reported.


The number of the affected population by flooding as of now is estimated to be over 856,000 men. The number of affected Counties have jumped to 40 and no new flooding event reported.


The number of the affected population by flooding as of now is estimated to be over 856,000 women. The number of affected Counties have jumped to 40 and no new flooding event reported.


Since the start of the conflict, thousands of children have been recruited into armed forces and groups, with some who have been released being as young as 8 years of age.


Since the start of the conflict, thousands of boys have been recruited into armed forces and groups, with some who have been released being as young as 8 years of age.


Since the start of the conflict, thousands of girls have been recruited into armed forces and groups, with some who have been released being as young as 8 years of age.


A hospital in Aweil Town reported a stark increase in the number of malaria cases. As reported in the previous update, at least 100 people have died of malaria across the country since the beginning of the year as the number of cases increase across displacement sites in South Sudan.  2Aug,2020

Humanitarian conditions->Physical and mental well being


A hospital in Aweil Town reported a stark increase in the number of malaria cases. As reported in the previous update, at least 100 men have died of malaria across the country since the beginning of the year as the number of cases increase across displacement sites in South Sudan.  2Aug,2020


A hospital in Aweil Town reported a stark increase in the number of malaria cases. As reported in the previous update, at least 100 women have died of malaria across the country since the beginning of the year as the number of cases increase across displacement sites in South Sudan.  2Aug,2020


With the support of the Central Emergency Response Fund, IOM's four partners continued their activities in health and WASH initiatives to prevent the spread of COVID 19. International Rescue Committee, operating in Rubkona County, and Medair, operating in Juba County, conducts health and WASH activities. In Yei County, Torit, and Nimule, the Norwegian Refugee Council conducts WASH activities, while United Networks for Health conducts health activities in the same locations. The programming is set over nine months..


With the support of the Central Emergency Response Fund, IOM's four partners continued his activities in health and WASH initiatives to prevent the spread of COVID 19. International Rescue Committee, operating in Rubkona County, and Medair, operating in Juba County, conducts health and WASH activities. In Yei County, Torit, and Nimule, the Norwegian Refugee Council conducts WASH activities, while United Networks for Health conducts health activities in the same locations. The programming is set over nine months..


With the support of the Central Emergency Response Fund, IOM's four partners continued her activities in health and WASH initiatives to prevent the spread of COVID 19. International Rescue Committee, operating in Rubkona County, and Medair, operating in Juba County, conducts health and WASH activities. In Yei County, Torit, and Nimule, the Norwegian Refugee Council conducts WASH activities, while United Networks for Health conducts health activities in the same locations. The programming is set over nine months..


Among locations assessed in both round 6 and 8, the overall proportion of IDPs and returnees living in settlements reporting conflict related incidents increased by 11.5 percentage points, or 109,187 individuals, for IDPs and by 4.9 percentage points, or 63,588 individuals, for returnees. At state level, the proportion for IDPs increased the most in Upper Nile  ( +43.8 p.p., or +59,392 individuals ) , Lakes  ( +35.3 p.p., or +55,698 individuals )  and Western Equatoria  ( +30.4 p.p., or +14,522 individuals ) . For returnees, the most notable increase took place in Upper Nile  ( +28.8 p.p., or +47,843 individuals ) , Central Equatoria  ( +17.7 p.p., or +20,396 individuals )  and Unity  ( +12.7 p.p., or +16,037 individuals ) .


Among locations assessed in both round 6 and 8, the overall proportion of IDPs and returnees living in settlements reporting conflict related incidents increased by 11.5 percentage points, or 109,187 men, for IDPs and by 4.9 percentage points, or 63,588 men, for returnees. At state level, the proportion for IDPs increased the most in Upper Nile  ( +43.8 p.p., or +59,392 men ) , Lakes  ( +35.3 p.p., or +55,698 men )  and Western Equatoria  ( +30.4 p.p., or +14,522 men ) . For returnees, the most notable increase took place in Upper Nile  ( +28.8 p.p., or +47,843 men ) , Central Equatoria  ( +17.7 p.p., or +20,396 men )  and Unity  ( +12.7 p.p., or +16,037 men ) .


Among locations assessed in both round 6 and 8, the overall proportion of IDPs and returnees living in settlements reporting conflict related incidents increased by 11.5 percentage points, or 109,187 women, for IDPs and by 4.9 percentage points, or 63,588 women, for returnees. At state level, the proportion for IDPs increased the most in Upper Nile  ( +43.8 p.p., or +59,392 women ) , Lakes  ( +35.3 p.p., or +55,698 women )  and Western Equatoria  ( +30.4 p.p., or +14,522 women ) . For returnees, the most notable increase took place in Upper Nile  ( +28.8 p.p., or +47,843 women ) , Central Equatoria  ( +17.7 p.p., or +20,396 women )  and Unity  ( +12.7 p.p., or +16,037 women ) .


Sexual exploitation and abuse, especially among girls forced to be out of school due to COVID 19, is also anticipated to increase.


Sexual exploitation and abuse, especially among boys forced to be out of school due to COVID 19, is also anticipated to increase.


Sexual exploitation and abuse, especially among children forced to be out of school due to COVID 19, is also anticipated to increase.


The Concept on Remote Mental Health and Psychosocial Support  ( MHPSS )  for COVID 19 was proposed for the establishment of regional hotlines for remote MHPSS in South Sudan. The primary objective of the hotline is to support the provision of remote PSS, inclusive of Psychological First Aid  ( PFA ) , counselling of callers and their referral to tailored MHPSS services. The establishment of such hotlines is coordinated with the South Sudan's Council of Churches  ( SSCC )  and relevant national counterparts, such as the Ministry of Health and Environment.


The Concept on Remote Mental Health and Psychosocial Support  ( MHPSS )  for COVID 19 was proposed for the establishment of regional hotlines for remote MHPSS in South Sudan. The primary objective of the hotline is to support the provision of remote PSS, inclusive of Psychological First Aid  ( PFA ) , counselling of callers and his referral to tailored MHPSS services. The establishment of such hotlines is coordinated with the South Sudan's Council of Churches  ( SSCC )  and relevant national counterparts, such as the Ministry of Health and Environment.


The Concept on Remote Mental Health and Psychosocial Support  ( MHPSS )  for COVID 19 was proposed for the establishment of regional hotlines for remote MHPSS in South Sudan. The primary objective of the hotline is to support the provision of remote PSS, inclusive of Psychological First Aid  ( PFA ) , counselling of callers and her referral to tailored MHPSS services. The establishment of such hotlines is coordinated with the South Sudan's Council of Churches  ( SSCC )  and relevant national counterparts, such as the Ministry of Health and Environment.


To strengthen resilience and self reliance, IOM provided a startup kit to a bakery livelihood group comprised of five members, items included, wheat flour, salt, cooking oil, buckets, and recordkeeping books. IOM also provided business skills training for 14 women's livelihood group members on business skills and conflict resolution in Wau and enrolled 30 beneficiaries for a cash forwork program in Abyei Administrative Area


To strengthen resilience and self reliance, IOM provided a startup kit to a bakery livelihood group comprised of five members, items included, wheat flour, salt, cooking oil, buckets, and recordkeeping books. IOM also provided business skills training for 14 men's livelihood group members on business skills and conflict resolution in Wau and enrolled 30 beneficiaries for a cash forwork program in Abyei Administrative Area


To strengthen resilience and self reliance, IOM provided a startup kit to a bakery livelihood group comprised of five members, items included, wheat flour, salt, cooking oil, buckets, and recordkeeping books. IOM also provided business skills training for 14 people's livelihood group members on business skills and conflict resolution in Wau and enrolled 30 beneficiaries for a cash forwork program in Abyei Administrative Area


People's access to safe water and improved sanitation services is critical in mitigating the spread and impacts of COVID 19. Across the country, 34 per cent of households reportedly have access to a safe and improved water source, less than 30 minutes distance from their home. Greater Equatoria and Greater Upper Nile have the lowest proportion of households with access to an improved water source.


Men's access to safe water and improved sanitation services is critical in mitigating the spread and impacts of COVID 19. Across the country, 34 per cent of households reportedly have access to a safe and improved water source, less than 30 minutes distance from his home. Greater Equatoria and Greater Upper Nile have the lowest proportion of households with access to an improved water source.


Women's access to safe water and improved sanitation services is critical in mitigating the spread and impacts of COVID 19. Across the country, 34 per cent of households reportedly have access to a safe and improved water source, less than 30 minutes distance from her home. Greater Equatoria and Greater Upper Nile have the lowest proportion of households with access to an improved water source.


During the lean season period between April and July 2021, the food security situation will deteriorate with an estimated 1,034,000 people  ( 70.8% of the population )  likely to be in Crisis  ( IPC Phase 3 )  or worse acute food insecurity, of which 688,000 people will be in Crisis  ( IPC Phase 3 )  acute food insecurity, and 346,000 people will likely be in Emergency  ( IPC Phase 4 )  acute food insecurity.


During the lean season period between April and July 2021, the food security situation will deteriorate with an estimated 1,034,000 men  ( 70.8% of the population )  likely to be in Crisis  ( IPC Phase 3 )  or worse acute food insecurity, of which 688,000 men will be in Crisis  ( IPC Phase 3 )  acute food insecurity, and 346,000 men will likely be in Emergency  ( IPC Phase 4 )  acute food insecurity.


During the lean season period between April and July 2021, the food security situation will deteriorate with an estimated 1,034,000 women  ( 70.8% of the population )  likely to be in Crisis  ( IPC Phase 3 )  or worse acute food insecurity, of which 688,000 women will be in Crisis  ( IPC Phase 3 )  acute food insecurity, and 346,000 women will likely be in Emergency  ( IPC Phase 4 )  acute food insecurity.


Through the IOM Rapid Response Fund, supported by Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance  ( OFDA ) South Sudan, two partners are mainstreaming COVID 19 awarenessraising into their health projects, namely Medair in Ayod and the Relief Initiative in Lirya.


Through the IOM Rapid Response Fund, supported by Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance  ( OFDA ) South Sudan, two partners are mainstreaming COVID 19 awarenessraising into his health projects, namely Medair in Ayod and the Relief Initiative in Lirya.


Through the IOM Rapid Response Fund, supported by Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance  ( OFDA ) South Sudan, two partners are mainstreaming COVID 19 awarenessraising into her health projects, namely Medair in Ayod and the Relief Initiative in Lirya.


With the support of the Central Emergency Response Fund, IOM's four partners continued their activities in health and WASH initiatives to prevent the spread of COVID 19. International Rescue Committee, operating in Rubkona County, and Medair, operating in Juba County, conducts health and WASH activities. In Yei County, Torit, and Nimule, the Norwegian Refugee Council conducts WASH activities, while United Networks for Health conducts health activities in the same locations. The programming is set over nine months.


With the support of the Central Emergency Response Fund, IOM's four partners continued his activities in health and WASH initiatives to prevent the spread of COVID 19. International Rescue Committee, operating in Rubkona County, and Medair, operating in Juba County, conducts health and WASH activities. In Yei County, Torit, and Nimule, the Norwegian Refugee Council conducts WASH activities, while United Networks for Health conducts health activities in the same locations. The programming is set over nine months.


With the support of the Central Emergency Response Fund, IOM's four partners continued her activities in health and WASH initiatives to prevent the spread of COVID 19. International Rescue Committee, operating in Rubkona County, and Medair, operating in Juba County, conducts health and WASH activities. In Yei County, Torit, and Nimule, the Norwegian Refugee Council conducts WASH activities, while United Networks for Health conducts health activities in the same locations. The programming is set over nine months.


( 21 September – 4 October 2020 ) Individuals screened for COVID 19 at IOM operated PoE sites 18393


( 21 September – 4 October 2020 ) Men screened for COVID 19 at IOM operated PoE sites 18393


( 21 September – 4 October 2020 ) Women screened for COVID 19 at IOM operated PoE sites 18393


In January, health partners reached 77,699 people  ( 83 per cent coverage )  with a first round of oral cholera vaccines  ( OCV ) . The second round of OCV campaign is ongoing.  ( Situation Report No. 3, as of 26 February 2021 )


In January, health partners reached 77,699 men  ( 83 per cent coverage )  with a first round of oral cholera vaccines  ( OCV ) . The second round of OCV campaign is ongoing.  ( Situation Report No. 3, as of 26 February 2021 )


In January, health partners reached 77,699 women  ( 83 per cent coverage )  with a first round of oral cholera vaccines  ( OCV ) . The second round of OCV campaign is ongoing.  ( Situation Report No. 3, as of 26 February 2021 )


CCCM team engages in one on one discussions with DTM, Food, WASH and Shelter partners to address complaints and ensure timely and relevant information sharing. In December 2020, CCCM through CFM attendees received 14 complaints of lost ration cards from IDPs in Hai Masna. Cases were referred to IOM DTM and eventually all the 14 cases were able to receive their food assistance during General Food Distribution.


CCCM team engages in one on one discussions with DTM, Food, WASH and Shelter partners to address complaints and ensure timely and relevant information sharing. In December 2020, CCCM through CFM attendees received 14 complaints of lost ration cards from IDPs in Hai Masna. Cases were referred to IOM DTM and eventually all the 14 cases were able to receive his food assistance during General Food Distribution.


CCCM team engages in one on one discussions with DTM, Food, WASH and Shelter partners to address complaints and ensure timely and relevant information sharing. In December 2020, CCCM through CFM attendees received 14 complaints of lost ration cards from IDPs in Hai Masna. Cases were referred to IOM DTM and eventually all the 14 cases were able to receive her food assistance during General Food Distribution.


Humanitarian partners reported that at least 40 people who were injured during the fighting were unable to access health services, as many facilities in Tonj East have been unable to replenish their medical supplies due to persistent insecurity, as well as flooding and resultant road damage.


Humanitarian partners reported that at least 40 men who were injured during the fighting were unable to access health services, as many facilities in Tonj East have been unable to replenish his medical supplies due to persistent insecurity, as well as flooding and resultant road damage.


Humanitarian partners reported that at least 40 women who were injured during the fighting were unable to access health services, as many facilities in Tonj East have been unable to replenish her medical supplies due to persistent insecurity, as well as flooding and resultant road damage.


However, number of malaria and acute diarhooea cases increased significantly with floods in the area. Available testing kits and malaria treatment medicines are available but may be insufficient, taking into account that floods continue and affected population is highly likely to increase. Thus, during the first week of January number of malaria positive case tripled from 50 cases per week to 144 cases per week. Same applies to acute diarrhea cases since people drink water directly from the river.  [ Melut IDP settlements, Upper Nile ] ,  [ 12 13 January 2021 ]


However, number of malaria and acute diarhooea cases increased significantly with floods in the area. Available testing kits and malaria treatment medicines are available but may be insufficient, taking into account that floods continue and affected population is highly likely to increase. Thus, during the first week of January number of malaria positive case tripled from 50 cases per week to 144 cases per week. Same applies to acute diarrhea cases since men drink water directly from the river.  [ Melut IDP settlements, Upper Nile ] ,  [ 12 13 January 2021 ]


However, number of malaria and acute diarhooea cases increased significantly with floods in the area. Available testing kits and malaria treatment medicines are available but may be insufficient, taking into account that floods continue and affected population is highly likely to increase. Thus, during the first week of January number of malaria positive case tripled from 50 cases per week to 144 cases per week. Same applies to acute diarrhea cases since women drink water directly from the river.  [ Melut IDP settlements, Upper Nile ] ,  [ 12 13 January 2021 ]


The community decried the restrictions imposed by the host community on the use of land for agriculture and animal grazing. Additionally, following Melut youth petition, all IDPs lost their jobs with humanitarian organizations in Melut town.  [ IRNA Report:  [ Melut IDP settlements, Upper Nile ] ,  [ 12 13 January 2021 ] |


The community decried the restrictions imposed by the host community on the use of land for agriculture and animal grazing. Additionally, following Melut youth petition, all IDPs lost his jobs with humanitarian organizations in Melut town.  [ IRNA Report:  [ Melut IDP settlements, Upper Nile ] ,  [ 12 13 January 2021 ] |


The community decried the restrictions imposed by the host community on the use of land for agriculture and animal grazing. Additionally, following Melut youth petition, all IDPs lost her jobs with humanitarian organizations in Melut town.  [ IRNA Report:  [ Melut IDP settlements, Upper Nile ] ,  [ 12 13 January 2021 ] |


Sub national violence and insecurity continued to displace people in Central and Western Equatoria, Upper Nile and Warrap. Ongoing sub national violence in Tonj North County, Warrap, displaced thousands to TonjSouth and Gogrial counties in Warrap. Almost 19,000 displaced people arrived in Gogrial East County.


Sub national violence and insecurity continued to displace men in Central and Western Equatoria, Upper Nile and Warrap. Ongoing sub national violence in Tonj North County, Warrap, displaced thousands to TonjSouth and Gogrial counties in Warrap. Almost 19,000 displaced men arrived in Gogrial East County.


Sub national violence and insecurity continued to displace women in Central and Western Equatoria, Upper Nile and Warrap. Ongoing sub national violence in Tonj North County, Warrap, displaced thousands to TonjSouth and Gogrial counties in Warrap. Almost 19,000 displaced women arrived in Gogrial East County.


The latest food security analysis projected that 14,000 people  ( 10 per cent of county population analysed will likely face catastrophe levels of acute food insecurity in Aweil South between December 2020 to March 2021.  ( Situation Report No. 3, as of 26 February 2021 )


The latest food security analysis projected that 14,000 men  ( 10 per cent of county population analysed will likely face catastrophe levels of acute food insecurity in Aweil South between December 2020 to March 2021.  ( Situation Report No. 3, as of 26 February 2021 )


The latest food security analysis projected that 14,000 women  ( 10 per cent of county population analysed will likely face catastrophe levels of acute food insecurity in Aweil South between December 2020 to March 2021.  ( Situation Report No. 3, as of 26 February 2021 )


To date, a total of 415 villages with 200,242 people have been reported to have achieved Open Defecation Free  ( ODF )  status. A total of 338,811 people have been reached with key hygiene promotion messages, in addition a total of 309,539 individuals have benefited from the distribution of core pipeline supplies and WASH NFIs including jerri cans, buckets, soap and water treatment chemicals.

Humanitarian conditions
Capacities & response


To date, a total of 415 villages with 200,242 men have been reported to have achieved Open Defecation Free  ( ODF )  status. A total of 338,811 men have been reached with key hygiene promotion messages, in addition a total of 309,539 men have benefited from the distribution of core pipeline supplies and WASH NFIs including jerri cans, buckets, soap and water treatment chemicals.


To date, a total of 415 villages with 200,242 women have been reported to have achieved Open Defecation Free  ( ODF )  status. A total of 338,811 women have been reached with key hygiene promotion messages, in addition a total of 309,539 women have benefited from the distribution of core pipeline supplies and WASH NFIs including jerri cans, buckets, soap and water treatment chemicals.


Physical access challenges to remote and hard to reach areas in Upper Nile, Jonglei, and Unity affected the ability of Frontline workers to deliver WASH supplies and WASH services to the flood affected people.


Physical access challenges to remote and hard to reach areas in Upper Nile, Jonglei, and Unity affected the ability of Frontline workers to deliver WASH supplies and WASH services to the flood affected men.


Physical access challenges to remote and hard to reach areas in Upper Nile, Jonglei, and Unity affected the ability of Frontline workers to deliver WASH supplies and WASH services to the flood affected women.


5.8m people are food insecure  ( IPC 3 5,December 2020 March 2021 ) . 1.8m people are severely food insecure  ( IPC 4, December,2020– March 2021 ) . 313,390 children under 5 are suffering from Severe Acute Malnutrition  ( SAM ) . 1,078,867 children under 5 are suffering from Moderate Acute Malnutrition  ( MAM )


5.8m men are food insecure  ( IPC 3 5,December 2020 March 2021 ) . 1.8m men are severely food insecure  ( IPC 4, December,2020– March 2021 ) . 313,390 boys under 5 are suffering from Severe Acute Malnutrition  ( SAM ) . 1,078,867 boys under 5 are suffering from Moderate Acute Malnutrition  ( MAM )


5.8m women are food insecure  ( IPC 3 5,December 2020 March 2021 ) . 1.8m women are severely food insecure  ( IPC 4, December,2020– March 2021 ) . 313,390 girls under 5 are suffering from Severe Acute Malnutrition  ( SAM ) . 1,078,867 girls under 5 are suffering from Moderate Acute Malnutrition  ( MAM )


Adequate access to food appears to have been severely constrained by flooding and conflict in Tonj East County during the last two quarters of 2020. By September, 0% of assessed settlements reported adequate access to food, a considerable reduction from 60% in July and 63% in April. In September, assessed settlements reported fighting  ( 36% )  and flooding  ( 21% )  destroying crops as the main reasons why people could not access enough food. These shocks appear to have reduced crops yields, with the World Food Programme  ( WFP )  reporting a deficit of 6,486 of metric tons of cereals in Tonj East County.  [ Tonj East County ]


Adequate access to food appears to have been severely constrained by flooding and conflict in Tonj East County during the last two quarters of 2020. By September, 0% of assessed settlements reported adequate access to food, a considerable reduction from 60% in July and 63% in April. In September, assessed settlements reported fighting  ( 36% )  and flooding  ( 21% )  destroying crops as the main reasons why men could not access enough food. These shocks appear to have reduced crops yields, with the World Food Programme  ( WFP )  reporting a deficit of 6,486 of metric tons of cereals in Tonj East County.  [ Tonj East County ]


Adequate access to food appears to have been severely constrained by flooding and conflict in Tonj East County during the last two quarters of 2020. By September, 0% of assessed settlements reported adequate access to food, a considerable reduction from 60% in July and 63% in April. In September, assessed settlements reported fighting  ( 36% )  and flooding  ( 21% )  destroying crops as the main reasons why women could not access enough food. These shocks appear to have reduced crops yields, with the World Food Programme  ( WFP )  reporting a deficit of 6,486 of metric tons of cereals in Tonj East County.  [ Tonj East County ]


UNICEF and partners increased prevention efforts which include social norms transformation, conducted several awareness raising campaigns on different topics such as child abuse, prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse  ( PSEA ) , child marriages, sexual violence and related health risks and emotional/psychological consequences as well as COVID 19 preventive measures. Through the Communities Care Programme  ( CCP ) , a total of 29 community discussion groups were formed this year and over 800,000 people benefitted from community actions and engagements through radio talk shows, door to door awareness sessions, community campaigns and school outreaches. A total of 74% of the community discussion participants registered positive change in beliefs and attitudes.


UNICEF and partners increased prevention efforts which include social norms transformation, conducted several awareness raising campaigns on different topics such as boy abuse, prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse  ( PSEA ) , boy marriages, sexual violence and related health risks and emotional/psychological consequences as well as COVID 19 preventive measures. Through the Communities Care Programme  ( CCP ) , a total of 29 community discussion groups were formed this year and over 800,000 men benefitted from community actions and engagements through radio talk shows, door to door awareness sessions, community campaigns and school outreaches. A total of 74% of the community discussion participants registered positive change in beliefs and attitudes.


UNICEF and partners increased prevention efforts which include social norms transformation, conducted several awareness raising campaigns on different topics such as girl abuse, prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse  ( PSEA ) , girl marriages, sexual violence and related health risks and emotional/psychological consequences as well as COVID 19 preventive measures. Through the Communities Care Programme  ( CCP ) , a total of 29 community discussion groups were formed this year and over 800,000 women benefitted from community actions and engagements through radio talk shows, door to door awareness sessions, community campaigns and school outreaches. A total of 74% of the community discussion participants registered positive change in beliefs and attitudes.


Health: 3.6 People in need and 3.3M reached.


Health: 3.6 Men in need and 3.3M reached.


Health: 3.6 Women in need and 3.3M reached.


As shown in Figure 8, the main reported barriers were a lack of economic resources  ( 39.3% ) 14 and distance to services  ( 38.4% ) . The lack of economic resources indicates that persons within the PoC site are unable to finance items through private funds in addition to what is distributed by humanitarian partners free of charge.


As shown in Figure 8, the main reported barriers were a lack of economic resources  ( 39.3% ) 14 and distance to services  ( 38.4% ) . The lack of economic resources indicates that men within the PoC site are unable to finance items through private funds in addition to what is distributed by humanitarian partners free of charge.


As shown in Figure 8, the main reported barriers were a lack of economic resources  ( 39.3% ) 14 and distance to services  ( 38.4% ) . The lack of economic resources indicates that women within the PoC site are unable to finance items through private funds in addition to what is distributed by humanitarian partners free of charge.


People in need from 2015 to 2021: 2015 : 6.4 million 2016 : 6.1 million 2017: 7.5 million 2018 : 7 milllion 2019 : 7.1 million 2020 : 7.5 million 2021 : 8.3 million


Men in need from 2015 to 2021: 2015 : 6.4 million 2016 : 6.1 million 2017: 7.5 million 2018 : 7 milllion 2019 : 7.1 million 2020 : 7.5 million 2021 : 8.3 million


Women in need from 2015 to 2021: 2015 : 6.4 million 2016 : 6.1 million 2017: 7.5 million 2018 : 7 milllion 2019 : 7.1 million 2020 : 7.5 million 2021 : 8.3 million


Flooding in South Sudan since July has significantly impacted education infrastructure, particularly in Eastern Equatoria, Jonglei, Lakes, Upper Nile, Warrap and Western Equatoria states. Many flood affected people took shelter in schools. This may affect the first phase reopening of schools as announced by the Ministry of General Education and Instruction  ( MoGEI )

Impact->Impact on systems, services and networks


Flooding in South Sudan since July has significantly impacted education infrastructure, particularly in Eastern Equatoria, Jonglei, Lakes, Upper Nile, Warrap and Western Equatoria states. Many flood affected men took shelter in schools. This may affect the first phase reopening of schools as announced by the Ministry of General Education and Instruction  ( MoGEI )


Flooding in South Sudan since July has significantly impacted education infrastructure, particularly in Eastern Equatoria, Jonglei, Lakes, Upper Nile, Warrap and Western Equatoria states. Many flood affected women took shelter in schools. This may affect the first phase reopening of schools as announced by the Ministry of General Education and Instruction  ( MoGEI )


Early marriage An estimated half of South Sudanese girls get married before the age of 18.


Early marriage An estimated half of South Sudanese boys get married before the age of 18.


Early marriage An estimated half of South Sudanese children get married before the age of 18.


Insecurity along the major supply routes remained fluid and negatively impacted on reaching people in need. The number of ambushes reported increased, leading to the death and injury of aid workers and loss of supplies. The majority occurred in Eastern Equatoria and Lakes states.


Insecurity along the major supply routes remained fluid and negatively impacted on reaching men in need. The number of ambushes reported increased, leading to the death and injury of aid workers and loss of supplies. The majority occurred in Eastern Equatoria and Lakes states.


Insecurity along the major supply routes remained fluid and negatively impacted on reaching women in need. The number of ambushes reported increased, leading to the death and injury of aid workers and loss of supplies. The majority occurred in Eastern Equatoria and Lakes states.


The country is now facing its highest levels of food insecurity and malnutrition since independence 10 years ago. The latest food security analysis estimates that the 2021 lean season, between April and July, will be the worst ever in terms of severity, with 108,000 people in catastrophe  ( IPC Phase 5 ) .


The country is now facing its highest levels of food insecurity and malnutrition since independence 10 years ago. The latest food security analysis estimates that the 2021 lean season, between April and July, will be the worst ever in terms of severity, with 108,000 men in catastrophe  ( IPC Phase 5 ) .


The country is now facing its highest levels of food insecurity and malnutrition since independence 10 years ago. The latest food security analysis estimates that the 2021 lean season, between April and July, will be the worst ever in terms of severity, with 108,000 women in catastrophe  ( IPC Phase 5 ) .


Measures adopted to curb the spread of COVID 19 have also contributed to a rise in GBV incidents. In 2021, some 2 million people are estimated to be affected by GBV


Measures adopted to curb the spread of COVID 19 have also contributed to a rise in GBV incidents. In 2021, some 2 million men are estimated to be affected by GBV


Measures adopted to curb the spread of COVID 19 have also contributed to a rise in GBV incidents. In 2021, some 2 million women are estimated to be affected by GBV


93% of the targeted population reported that the S NFI assistance they received responded to their main urgent needs.


93% of the targeted population reported that the S NFI assistance he received responded to his main urgent needs.


93% of the targeted population reported that the S NFI assistance she received responded to her main urgent needs.


On 13 February  (  2021  ) , nine civilians, all from the same family were killed in their house in Tonj North in suspected revenge attack.


On 13 February  (  2021  ) , nine civilians, all from the same family were killed in his house in Tonj North in suspected revenge attack.


On 13 February  (  2021  ) , nine civilians, all from the same family were killed in her house in Tonj North in suspected revenge attack.


An estimated 54 per cent of the IDPs in camps, collective sites, camp like settings and spontaneous settlements continue to face threats to their safety and security.


An estimated 54 per cent of the IDPs in camps, collective sites, camp like settings and spontaneous settlements continue to face threats to his safety and security.


An estimated 54 per cent of the IDPs in camps, collective sites, camp like settings and spontaneous settlements continue to face threats to her safety and security.


In January  (  2021  ) , the FSL Cluster reached 8,052 people with emergency food assistance in Tonj East representing 53.6 per cent coverage.


In January  (  2021  ) , the FSL Cluster reached 8,052 men with emergency food assistance in Tonj East representing 53.6 per cent coverage.


In January  (  2021  ) , the FSL Cluster reached 8,052 women with emergency food assistance in Tonj East representing 53.6 per cent coverage.


Current projections for AprilJuly 2021 estimate that 780,000 people in Jonglei State will be classified as ‘people in emergency' or ‘people in catastrophe'.


Current projections for AprilJuly 2021 estimate that 780,000 men in Jonglei State will be classified as ‘people in emergency' or ‘people in catastrophe'.


Current projections for AprilJuly 2021 estimate that 780,000 women in Jonglei State will be classified as ‘people in emergency' or ‘people in catastrophe'.


In January  ( 2021 ) , the FSL Cluster reached 50,000 people with emergency food assistance representing 100 per cent coverage.


In January  ( 2021 ) , the FSL Cluster reached 50,000 men with emergency food assistance representing 100 per cent coverage.


In January  ( 2021 ) , the FSL Cluster reached 50,000 women with emergency food assistance representing 100 per cent coverage.


According to WHO and UNICEF estimates of immunization coverage from 2019, more than half of children are not fully immunized and the transmission of vaccine preventable diseases such as measles continues unabated.


According to WHO and UNICEF estimates of immunization coverage from 2019, more than half of boys are not fully immunized and the transmission of vaccine preventable diseases such as measles continues unabated.


According to WHO and UNICEF estimates of immunization coverage from 2019, more than half of girls are not fully immunized and the transmission of vaccine preventable diseases such as measles continues unabated.


The incidence of GAM among children increased from 13 per cent in 2018 to 16 per cent in 2019, exceeding the global emergency threshold of 15 per cent. Forty two out of 78 counties more than half showed rates of above 15 per cent GAM. Renk County in Upper Nile recorded extremely critical acute malnutrition rates with GAM at 32 per cent.


The incidence of GAM among boys increased from 13 per cent in 2018 to 16 per cent in 2019, exceeding the global emergency threshold of 15 per cent. Forty two out of 78 counties more than half showed rates of above 15 per cent GAM. Renk County in Upper Nile recorded extremely critical acute malnutrition rates with GAM at 32 per cent.


The incidence of GAM among girls increased from 13 per cent in 2018 to 16 per cent in 2019, exceeding the global emergency threshold of 15 per cent. Forty two out of 78 counties more than half showed rates of above 15 per cent GAM. Renk County in Upper Nile recorded extremely critical acute malnutrition rates with GAM at 32 per cent.


Arrival and departure screening for COVID 19 was conducted, reaching a total of 10,614 travellers, as follows: 8,755 individuals screened at Nimule Border Crossing 1,859 individuals screened at Wau Airport


Arrival and departure screening for COVID 19 was conducted, reaching a total of 10,614 travellers, as follows: 8,755 men screened at Nimule Border Crossing 1,859 men screened at Wau Airport


Arrival and departure screening for COVID 19 was conducted, reaching a total of 10,614 travellers, as follows: 8,755 women screened at Nimule Border Crossing 1,859 women screened at Wau Airport


These findings suggest a general preference for improving the availability of information about feedback and complaint mechanisms. At the same time, they also indicate a preference for including persons with disabilities at the centre of all decision making and increasing the decision making power of the persons with disabilities committee itself.


These findings suggest a general preference for improving the availability of information about feedback and complaint mechanisms. At the same time, he also indicate a preference for including men with disabilities at the centre of all decision making and increasing the decision making power of the men with disabilities committee itself.


These findings suggest a general preference for improving the availability of information about feedback and complaint mechanisms. At the same time, she also indicate a preference for including women with disabilities at the centre of all decision making and increasing the decision making power of the women with disabilities committee itself.


Both local community and traditional leaders, and local government personnel fall under the direct responsibility of the County Commissioner. RRC  [ South Sudan Relief and Rehabilitation Commission ]  provides liaison with humanitarian actors, and, particularly, for the coordination of services to current residents of these locations, as well as returnees who plan to relocate soon. Local authorities are supportive and prepared to receive people expected to return to the area.

Capacities & response->National response


Both local community and traditional leaders, and local government personnel fall under the direct responsibility of the County Commissioner. RRC  [ South Sudan Relief and Rehabilitation Commission ]  provides liaison with humanitarian actors, and, particularly, for the coordination of services to current residents of these locations, as well as returnees who plan to relocate soon. Local authorities are supportive and prepared to receive men expected to return to the area.


Both local community and traditional leaders, and local government personnel fall under the direct responsibility of the County Commissioner. RRC  [ South Sudan Relief and Rehabilitation Commission ]  provides liaison with humanitarian actors, and, particularly, for the coordination of services to current residents of these locations, as well as returnees who plan to relocate soon. Local authorities are supportive and prepared to receive women expected to return to the area.


In 2021, some 210,000 people will require humanitarian assistance in the disputed Abyei Area, an increase of four per cent compared to 2020. Humanitarian partners identified 111,000 vulnerable people from the Ngok Dinka communities, 9,000 people displaced from neighbouring states in South Sudan, 39,000 people from the Misseriya community, 6,500 mainly Nuer and Dinka Twic, 39,000 seasonal Misseriya migrants, and 5,500 Falata nomads who are expected to leave Abyei by June 2021.


In 2021, some 210,000 men will require humanitarian assistance in the disputed Abyei Area, an increase of four per cent compared to 2020. Humanitarian partners identified 111,000 vulnerable men from the Ngok Dinka communities, 9,000 men displaced from neighbouring states in South Sudan, 39,000 men from the Misseriya community, 6,500 mainly Nuer and Dinka Twic, 39,000 seasonal Misseriya migrants, and 5,500 Falata nomads who are expected to leave Abyei by June 2021.


In 2021, some 210,000 women will require humanitarian assistance in the disputed Abyei Area, an increase of four per cent compared to 2020. Humanitarian partners identified 111,000 vulnerable women from the Ngok Dinka communities, 9,000 women displaced from neighbouring states in South Sudan, 39,000 women from the Misseriya community, 6,500 mainly Nuer and Dinka Twic, 39,000 seasonal Misseriya migrants, and 5,500 Falata nomads who are expected to leave Abyei by June 2021.


On 20 March 2020, South Sudan established a High Level Task Force to coordinate the national response to Coronavirus. The Task Force presented an early opportunity for partners in the Unity Government to collectively focus on the well being of citizens. It was initially constituted only by politicians, and attracted criticism for not having enough medical experts or persons with technical knowledge.


On 20 March 2020, South Sudan established a High Level Task Force to coordinate the national response to Coronavirus. The Task Force presented an early opportunity for partners in the Unity Government to collectively focus on the well being of citizens. It was initially constituted only by politicians, and attracted criticism for not having enough medical experts or men with technical knowledge.


On 20 March 2020, South Sudan established a High Level Task Force to coordinate the national response to Coronavirus. The Task Force presented an early opportunity for partners in the Unity Government to collectively focus on the well being of citizens. It was initially constituted only by politicians, and attracted criticism for not having enough medical experts or women with technical knowledge.


The floods affected areas already experiencing high levels of vulnerability due to the legacy of years of conflict and access constraints, placing affected people at a greater humanitarian risk.


The floods affected areas already experiencing high levels of vulnerability due to the legacy of years of conflict and access constraints, placing affected men at a greater humanitarian risk.


The floods affected areas already experiencing high levels of vulnerability due to the legacy of years of conflict and access constraints, placing affected women at a greater humanitarian risk.


People in parts of South Sudan continue to face the highest levels of food insecurity since the country declared independence 10 years ago. For many, their situation has deteriorated as a result of compounding shocks, including flooding, ongoing violence and displacement, the impact of which has eroded the livelihoods and coping strategies of vulnerable communities across the country


Men in parts of South Sudan continue to face the highest levels of food insecurity since the country declared independence 10 years ago. For many, his situation has deteriorated as a result of compounding shocks, including flooding, ongoing violence and displacement, the impact of which has eroded the livelihoods and coping strategies of vulnerable communities across the country


Women in parts of South Sudan continue to face the highest levels of food insecurity since the country declared independence 10 years ago. For many, her situation has deteriorated as a result of compounding shocks, including flooding, ongoing violence and displacement, the impact of which has eroded the livelihoods and coping strategies of vulnerable communities across the country


In mid March, sub national violence, vehicle ambushes, and the looting of a humanitarian convoy hindered relief activities in Pibor, with clashes between local communities prompting relief workers to withdraw from affected areas, according to WFP. A commercial vehicle travelling along the road between Pibor's Gumuruk town and Pibor town was caught in the crossfire during an intercommunal clash, injuring a relief worker and resulting in the temporary closure of the road between Pibor and Jonglei's capital city of Bor. Moreover, unknown actors looted a nutrition facility along the Pibor–Gumuruk Road on March 13; the attack also resulted in the death of one person.


In mid March, sub national violence, vehicle ambushes, and the looting of a humanitarian convoy hindered relief activities in Pibor, with clashes between local communities prompting relief workers to withdraw from affected areas, according to WFP. A commercial vehicle travelling along the road between Pibor's Gumuruk town and Pibor town was caught in the crossfire during an intercommunal clash, injuring a relief worker and resulting in the temporary closure of the road between Pibor and Jonglei's capital city of Bor. Moreover, unknown actors looted a nutrition facility along the Pibor–Gumuruk Road on March 13; the attack also resulted in the death of one man.


In mid March, sub national violence, vehicle ambushes, and the looting of a humanitarian convoy hindered relief activities in Pibor, with clashes between local communities prompting relief workers to withdraw from affected areas, according to WFP. A commercial vehicle travelling along the road between Pibor's Gumuruk town and Pibor town was caught in the crossfire during an intercommunal clash, injuring a relief worker and resulting in the temporary closure of the road between Pibor and Jonglei's capital city of Bor. Moreover, unknown actors looted a nutrition facility along the Pibor–Gumuruk Road on March 13; the attack also resulted in the death of one woman.


Even before COVID 19 was confirmed in the country, the authori+es set up a high level taskforce to oversee the COVID 19 preparedness and response. The South Sudan government established a COVID 19 management structure with a High Level Task Force  ( HLTF )  chaired by the First Vice President Dr Riek Machar Teny soon aoer the declara9on of the pandemic. This Task Force coordinated and communicated to the people of South Sudan the measures needed for the preven9on of spread of the disease. At the same 9me, the government has allocated a COVID 19 fund of USD 8.0 million. Of which, USD 5.0 million was allocated to the Ministry of Health to combat the pandemic.


Even before COVID 19 was confirmed in the country, the authori+es set up a high level taskforce to oversee the COVID 19 preparedness and response. The South Sudan government established a COVID 19 management structure with a High Level Task Force  ( HLTF )  chaired by the First Vice President Dr Riek Machar Teny soon aoer the declara9on of the pandemic. This Task Force coordinated and communicated to the men of South Sudan the measures needed for the preven9on of spread of the disease. At the same 9me, the government has allocated a COVID 19 fund of USD 8.0 million. Of which, USD 5.0 million was allocated to the Ministry of Health to combat the pandemic.


Even before COVID 19 was confirmed in the country, the authori+es set up a high level taskforce to oversee the COVID 19 preparedness and response. The South Sudan government established a COVID 19 management structure with a High Level Task Force  ( HLTF )  chaired by the First Vice President Dr Riek Machar Teny soon aoer the declara9on of the pandemic. This Task Force coordinated and communicated to the women of South Sudan the measures needed for the preven9on of spread of the disease. At the same 9me, the government has allocated a COVID 19 fund of USD 8.0 million. Of which, USD 5.0 million was allocated to the Ministry of Health to combat the pandemic.


WFP's resources in South Sudan are stretched thin at a time when levels of food insecurity are at their highest in a decade and donors are grappling with the economic impact of COVID 19 .

Capacities & response->People reached/response gaps


WFP's resources in South Sudan are stretched thin at a time when levels of food insecurity are at his highest in a decade and donors are grappling with the economic impact of COVID 19 .


WFP's resources in South Sudan are stretched thin at a time when levels of food insecurity are at her highest in a decade and donors are grappling with the economic impact of COVID 19 .


More than 22,000 people displaced by floods in Bor South, Duk and Twic East counties in Jonglei arrived in Mangalla, Juba County in Central Equatoria.


More than 22,000 men displaced by floods in Bor South, Duk and Twic East counties in Jonglei arrived in Mangalla, Juba County in Central Equatoria.


More than 22,000 women displaced by floods in Bor South, Duk and Twic East counties in Jonglei arrived in Mangalla, Juba County in Central Equatoria.


During the rainy season, all respondents in Great Upper Nile revealed that they could access their schools using a boat or canoe, but no respondents in Greater Bahr el Ghazal and Greater Equatoria could access their schools using a boat or canoe. They find it easier to go to school by foot, motorbike, or car.


During the rainy season, all respondents in Great Upper Nile revealed that he could access his schools using a boat or canoe, but no respondents in Greater Bahr el Ghazal and Greater Equatoria could access his schools using a boat or canoe. He find it easier to go to school by foot, motorbike, or car.


During the rainy season, all respondents in Great Upper Nile revealed that she could access her schools using a boat or canoe, but no respondents in Greater Bahr el Ghazal and Greater Equatoria could access her schools using a boat or canoe. She find it easier to go to school by foot, motorbike, or car.


This month  ( Sept 2020 ) , IOM provided safe drinking water to 80,228 individuals residing in the following sites: Wau PoC AA  ( 9925 ) , Malakal PoC  ( 27924 )  and Bentiu Poc  ( 43069 )


This month  ( Sept 2020 ) , IOM provided safe drinking water to 80,228 men residing in the following sites: Wau PoC AA  ( 9925 ) , Malakal PoC  ( 27924 )  and Bentiu Poc  ( 43069 )


This month  ( Sept 2020 ) , IOM provided safe drinking water to 80,228 women residing in the following sites: Wau PoC AA  ( 9925 ) , Malakal PoC  ( 27924 )  and Bentiu Poc  ( 43069 )


IOM continued to support the National Taskforce on Countering Trafficking in Persons and Smuggling of Migrants, which launched a nationwide awareness campaign on the prevalence of Trafficking in Persons in South Sudan. The official campaign was launched in Juba and convened by the Deputy Inspector General of Police on 28 September. IOM also conducted COVID 19 sensitization for 20 border officials, including customs, immigration, and police from Wau and Raja


IOM continued to support the National Taskforce on Countering Trafficking in Men and Smuggling of Migrants, which launched a nationwide awareness campaign on the prevalence of Trafficking in Men in South Sudan. The official campaign was launched in Juba and convened by the Deputy Inspector General of Police on 28 September. IOM also conducted COVID 19 sensitization for 20 border officials, including customs, immigration, and police from Wau and Raja


IOM continued to support the National Taskforce on Countering Trafficking in Women and Smuggling of Migrants, which launched a nationwide awareness campaign on the prevalence of Trafficking in Women in South Sudan. The official campaign was launched in Juba and convened by the Deputy Inspector General of Police on 28 September. IOM also conducted COVID 19 sensitization for 20 border officials, including customs, immigration, and police from Wau and Raja


Oral Cholera Vaccines  ( OCV )  Campaign was concluded on 20th in greater Pibor with support from NMoH, IOM, Medair and WHO – In Pibor, Gumuruk and Verteth total number of people vaccinated  ( age one year and above )  both first and second dose OCV is 70,123  (  103% )  – In Lekuangule total number of people vaccinated  ( age one year and above )  is 27,515  ( 108,9% ) ; 6,594 received first dose and 20,921 received second dose of OCV.


Oral Cholera Vaccines  ( OCV )  Campaign was concluded on 20th in greater Pibor with support from NMoH, IOM, Medair and WHO – In Pibor, Gumuruk and Verteth total number of men vaccinated  ( age one year and above )  both first and second dose OCV is 70,123  (  103% )  – In Lekuangule total number of men vaccinated  ( age one year and above )  is 27,515  ( 108,9% ) ; 6,594 received first dose and 20,921 received second dose of OCV.


Oral Cholera Vaccines  ( OCV )  Campaign was concluded on 20th in greater Pibor with support from NMoH, IOM, Medair and WHO – In Pibor, Gumuruk and Verteth total number of women vaccinated  ( age one year and above )  both first and second dose OCV is 70,123  (  103% )  – In Lekuangule total number of women vaccinated  ( age one year and above )  is 27,515  ( 108,9% ) ; 6,594 received first dose and 20,921 received second dose of OCV.


In October and November 2020, an estimated 698,000 people  ( 55.3% of the population )  faced Crisis  ( IPC Phase 3 )  or worse acute food insecurity, of which 426,000 people were in Crisis  ( IPC Phase 3 )  acute food insecurity, 259,000 people were in Emergency  ( IPC Phase 4 )  acute food insecurity, and 13,000 people were in Catastrophe  ( IPC Phase 5 )  acute food insecurity in Tonj North County. During this period, all counties were classified in Emergency  ( IPC Phase 4 )  acute food insecurity, except for Twic County which was classified in Crisis  ( IPC Phase 3 )  acute food insecurity.


In October and November 2020, an estimated 698,000 men  ( 55.3% of the population )  faced Crisis  ( IPC Phase 3 )  or worse acute food insecurity, of which 426,000 men were in Crisis  ( IPC Phase 3 )  acute food insecurity, 259,000 men were in Emergency  ( IPC Phase 4 )  acute food insecurity, and 13,000 men were in Catastrophe  ( IPC Phase 5 )  acute food insecurity in Tonj North County. During this period, all counties were classified in Emergency  ( IPC Phase 4 )  acute food insecurity, except for Twic County which was classified in Crisis  ( IPC Phase 3 )  acute food insecurity.


In October and November 2020, an estimated 698,000 women  ( 55.3% of the population )  faced Crisis  ( IPC Phase 3 )  or worse acute food insecurity, of which 426,000 women were in Crisis  ( IPC Phase 3 )  acute food insecurity, 259,000 women were in Emergency  ( IPC Phase 4 )  acute food insecurity, and 13,000 women were in Catastrophe  ( IPC Phase 5 )  acute food insecurity in Tonj North County. During this period, all counties were classified in Emergency  ( IPC Phase 4 )  acute food insecurity, except for Twic County which was classified in Crisis  ( IPC Phase 3 )  acute food insecurity.


The food security situation is expected to deteriorate in the lean season period of April to July 2021 with an estimated 280,000 people  ( 43.3% of the population )  likely to be in Crisis  ( IPC Phase 3 )  or worse acute food insecurity, of which 226,000 people will likely be in Crisis  ( IPC Phase 3 )  acute food insecurity, and 54,000 people will likely be in Emergency  ( IPC Phase 4 )  acute food insecurity. During this period, all counties will be classified in Crisis  ( IPC Phase 3 )  acute food insecurity.


The food security situation is expected to deteriorate in the lean season period of April to July 2021 with an estimated 280,000 men  ( 43.3% of the population )  likely to be in Crisis  ( IPC Phase 3 )  or worse acute food insecurity, of which 226,000 men will likely be in Crisis  ( IPC Phase 3 )  acute food insecurity, and 54,000 men will likely be in Emergency  ( IPC Phase 4 )  acute food insecurity. During this period, all counties will be classified in Crisis  ( IPC Phase 3 )  acute food insecurity.


The food security situation is expected to deteriorate in the lean season period of April to July 2021 with an estimated 280,000 women  ( 43.3% of the population )  likely to be in Crisis  ( IPC Phase 3 )  or worse acute food insecurity, of which 226,000 women will likely be in Crisis  ( IPC Phase 3 )  acute food insecurity, and 54,000 women will likely be in Emergency  ( IPC Phase 4 )  acute food insecurity. During this period, all counties will be classified in Crisis  ( IPC Phase 3 )  acute food insecurity.


In the Greater Bahr el Ghazal region  ( GBEG ) , an estimated 2.10 million people  ( 52.5% of the population in the region )  likely experienced Crisis  ( IPC Phase 3 )  or worse acute food insecurity in October and November 2020.


In the Greater Bahr el Ghazal region  ( GBEG ) , an estimated 2.10 million men  ( 52.5% of the population in the region )  likely experienced Crisis  ( IPC Phase 3 )  or worse acute food insecurity in October and November 2020.


In the Greater Bahr el Ghazal region  ( GBEG ) , an estimated 2.10 million women  ( 52.5% of the population in the region )  likely experienced Crisis  ( IPC Phase 3 )  or worse acute food insecurity in October and November 2020.


In September, WFP provided food and nutrition assistance to 1.8 million people across its General Food Assistance  ( GFA ) , Nutrition and Resilience activities in South Sudan.


In September, WFP provided food and nutrition assistance to 1.8 million men across its General Food Assistance  ( GFA ) , Nutrition and Resilience activities in South Sudan.


In September, WFP provided food and nutrition assistance to 1.8 million women across its General Food Assistance  ( GFA ) , Nutrition and Resilience activities in South Sudan.


1.47 million internally displaced people  ( OCHA )  2.2 million South Sudanese refugees  ( UNHCR )


1.47 million internally displaced men  ( OCHA )  2.2 million South Sudanese refugees  ( UNHCR )


1.47 million internally displaced women  ( OCHA )  2.2 million South Sudanese refugees  ( UNHCR )


1.82 million people assisted by WFP in October 2020


1.82 million men assisted by WFP in October 2020


1.82 million women assisted by WFP in October 2020


Of 11.7m population, people in need were 7.5m i.e 64% of population


Of 11.7m population, men in need were 7.5m i.e 64% of population


Of 11.7m population, women in need were 7.5m i.e 64% of population


During 2020 more than 2,000 civilians were killed in local conflicts, which were being “weaponized and turbocharged by external actors acting in their own economic or political interests' according to David Shearer, Head of the UN Mission in South Sudan.


During 2020 more than 2,000 civilians were killed in local conflicts, which were being “weaponized and turbocharged by external actors acting in his own economic or political interests' according to David Shearer, Head of the UN Mission in South Sudan.


During 2020 more than 2,000 civilians were killed in local conflicts, which were being “weaponized and turbocharged by external actors acting in her own economic or political interests' according to David Shearer, Head of the UN Mission in South Sudan.


Of the 53 WASH requests, 22  ( 41.5% )  requests from 11 partners were for COVID 19 preparedness response in the counties of Juba, Fangak, Jur River, Koch, Magwi, Panyijar, Raga, Renk, Rubkona, Twic East, and Wau. For COVID 19 response, approximately, 25,312 households  ( approximately 126,560 individuals ) , have benefitted from critical WASH items such as soap and buckets with tap for handwashing; buckets without tap for water storage; Aquatabs for water treatment; and chlorine for community handwashing facilities.  ( IOM SOUTH SUDAN Core Pipeline 2020 | Quarter 2 Report )


Of the 53 WASH requests, 22  ( 41.5% )  requests from 11 partners were for COVID 19 preparedness response in the counties of Juba, Fangak, Jur River, Koch, Magwi, Panyijar, Raga, Renk, Rubkona, Twic East, and Wau. For COVID 19 response, approximately, 25,312 households  ( approximately 126,560 men ) , have benefitted from critical WASH items such as soap and buckets with tap for handwashing; buckets without tap for water storage; Aquatabs for water treatment; and chlorine for community handwashing facilities.  ( IOM SOUTH SUDAN Core Pipeline 2020 | Quarter 2 Report )


Of the 53 WASH requests, 22  ( 41.5% )  requests from 11 partners were for COVID 19 preparedness response in the counties of Juba, Fangak, Jur River, Koch, Magwi, Panyijar, Raga, Renk, Rubkona, Twic East, and Wau. For COVID 19 response, approximately, 25,312 households  ( approximately 126,560 women ) , have benefitted from critical WASH items such as soap and buckets with tap for handwashing; buckets without tap for water storage; Aquatabs for water treatment; and chlorine for community handwashing facilities.  ( IOM SOUTH SUDAN Core Pipeline 2020 | Quarter 2 Report )


Access to sanitation remained low, with only 17 per cent of households reporting owning a latrine in their compound, 4 per cent have access to a shared latrine, and 2 per cent have access to a communal/institutional latrine. This means that 77 per cent of people do not have access to a latrine.


Access to sanitation remained low, with only 17 per cent of households reporting owning a latrine in his compound, 4 per cent have access to a shared latrine, and 2 per cent have access to a communal/institutional latrine. This means that 77 per cent of men do not have access to a latrine.


Access to sanitation remained low, with only 17 per cent of households reporting owning a latrine in her compound, 4 per cent have access to a shared latrine, and 2 per cent have access to a communal/institutional latrine. This means that 77 per cent of women do not have access to a latrine.


In October and November 2020, an estimated 1.38 million people  ( 69.8% of the population )  faced Crisis  ( IPC Phase 3 )  or worse acute food insecurity, of which 724,000 people were in Crisis  ( IPC Phase 3 )  acute food insecurity, 648,000 people were in Emergency  ( IPC Phase 4 )  acute food insecurity, and 11,000 people were in Catastrophe  ( IPC Phase 5 )  acute food insecurity in Pibor County.


In October and November 2020, an estimated 1.38 million men  ( 69.8% of the population )  faced Crisis  ( IPC Phase 3 )  or worse acute food insecurity, of which 724,000 men were in Crisis  ( IPC Phase 3 )  acute food insecurity, 648,000 men were in Emergency  ( IPC Phase 4 )  acute food insecurity, and 11,000 men were in Catastrophe  ( IPC Phase 5 )  acute food insecurity in Pibor County.


In October and November 2020, an estimated 1.38 million women  ( 69.8% of the population )  faced Crisis  ( IPC Phase 3 )  or worse acute food insecurity, of which 724,000 women were in Crisis  ( IPC Phase 3 )  acute food insecurity, 648,000 women were in Emergency  ( IPC Phase 4 )  acute food insecurity, and 11,000 women were in Catastrophe  ( IPC Phase 5 )  acute food insecurity in Pibor County.


Number of people with access to improved water sources was in an increasing trend ranging till 2.5M people.


Number of men with access to improved water sources was in an increasing trend ranging till 2.5M men.


Number of women with access to improved water sources was in an increasing trend ranging till 2.5M women.


People reached with some form of assistance: Jan=1.6M, Feb=2.2M, Mar=3M, Apr=3.4M, May= 3.9M, Jun= 4.8M, Jul= 5M, Aug= 5.5M, Sep= 6M, Oct= 6.6M, Nov= 7M, Dec= 7.3M


Men reached with some form of assistance: Jan=1.6M, Feb=2.2M, Mar=3M, Apr=3.4M, May= 3.9M, Jun= 4.8M, Jul= 5M, Aug= 5.5M, Sep= 6M, Oct= 6.6M, Nov= 7M, Dec= 7.3M


Women reached with some form of assistance: Jan=1.6M, Feb=2.2M, Mar=3M, Apr=3.4M, May= 3.9M, Jun= 4.8M, Jul= 5M, Aug= 5.5M, Sep= 6M, Oct= 6.6M, Nov= 7M, Dec= 7.3M


Flood response highlights: 17K people reached with general protection services, 22K people reached with child protection services, 41K people reached with GBV protection services


Flood response highlights: 17K men reached with general protection services, 22K men reached with boy protection services, 41K men reached with GBV protection services


Flood response highlights: 17K women reached with general protection services, 22K women reached with girl protection services, 41K women reached with GBV protection services


The number of people in need increased 15 per cent, compared to the 6.7 million people who were acutely food insecure in 2020.


The number of men in need increased 15 per cent, compared to the 6.7 million men who were acutely food insecure in 2020.


The number of women in need increased 15 per cent, compared to the 6.7 million women who were acutely food insecure in 2020.


For the lean season, FSL Cluster partners are increasing the caseload to 112,000 people in Pibor County  ( including 106,000 with general food distribution and 6,000 benefiting from food for asset projects )


For the lean season, FSL Cluster partners are increasing the caseload to 112,000 men in Pibor County  ( including 106,000 with general food distribution and 6,000 benefiting from food for asset projects )


For the lean season, FSL Cluster partners are increasing the caseload to 112,000 women in Pibor County  ( including 106,000 with general food distribution and 6,000 benefiting from food for asset projects )


To mark the 16 Days of Activism against Gender based Violence campaign, in early December national and local authorities, in collaboration with civil society and the United Nations, carried out nationwide awareness raising activities on sexual and gender based violence throughout South Sudan. These included a joint campaign by United Nations Mission in South Sudan  ( UNMISS ) and the national and state ministries of gender, child and social welfare to denounce the stigmatization of survivors of conflict related sexual violence, with over 200 participants attending workshops, focus group discussions and radio programmes in locations across the country.


To mark the 16 Days of Activism against Gender based Violence campaign, in early December national and local authorities, in collaboration with civil society and the United Nations, carried out nationwide awareness raising activities on sexual and gender based violence throughout South Sudan. These included a joint campaign by United Nations Mission in South Sudan  ( UNMISS ) and the national and state ministries of gender, boy and social welfare to denounce the stigmatization of survivors of conflict related sexual violence, with over 200 participants attending workshops, focus group discussions and radio programmes in locations across the country.


To mark the 16 Days of Activism against Gender based Violence campaign, in early December national and local authorities, in collaboration with civil society and the United Nations, carried out nationwide awareness raising activities on sexual and gender based violence throughout South Sudan. These included a joint campaign by United Nations Mission in South Sudan  ( UNMISS ) and the national and state ministries of gender, girl and social welfare to denounce the stigmatization of survivors of conflict related sexual violence, with over 200 participants attending workshops, focus group discussions and radio programmes in locations across the country.


High cases of malaria, respiratory tract infections  ( pneumonia and common cold ) , and diarrheal diseases especially among children


High cases of malaria, respiratory tract infections  ( pneumonia and common cold ) , and diarrheal diseases especially among boys


High cases of malaria, respiratory tract infections  ( pneumonia and common cold ) , and diarrheal diseases especially among girls


Reactive measles campaign was concluded in Ibba by The implementing NGOs,  ( Action Africa help  ( AAH )  with total of 11,896 children age 6 59 month been vaccinated and coverage of 96%.


Reactive measles campaign was concluded in Ibba by The implementing NGOs,  ( Action Africa help  ( AAH )  with total of 11,896 boys age 6 59 month been vaccinated and coverage of 96%.


Reactive measles campaign was concluded in Ibba by The implementing NGOs,  ( Action Africa help  ( AAH )  with total of 11,896 girls age 6 59 month been vaccinated and coverage of 96%.


Given South Sudan's import dependency, a depreciation of the South Sudanese pound  ( SSP )  has led to an overall reduction in the amount of cash and a reduction in imports. Prices are rising and people's purchasing power is reducing.


Given South Sudan's import dependency, a depreciation of the South Sudanese pound  ( SSP )  has led to an overall reduction in the amount of cash and a reduction in imports. Prices are rising and men's purchasing power is reducing.


Given South Sudan's import dependency, a depreciation of the South Sudanese pound  ( SSP )  has led to an overall reduction in the amount of cash and a reduction in imports. Prices are rising and women's purchasing power is reducing.


A small minority of displaced people remain sheltering in the UNMISS (  United Nations Mission in South Sudan )  protected Protection of Civilians  ( PoC )  sites, which are currently in the process of transitioning to conventional IDP sites under jurisdiction of the government.


A small minority of displaced men remain sheltering in the UNMISS (  United Nations Mission in South Sudan )  protected Protection of Civilians  ( PoC )  sites, which are currently in the process of transitioning to conventional IDP sites under jurisdiction of the government.


A small minority of displaced women remain sheltering in the UNMISS (  United Nations Mission in South Sudan )  protected Protection of Civilians  ( PoC )  sites, which are currently in the process of transitioning to conventional IDP sites under jurisdiction of the government.


HEALTH PRIORITY NEEDS AND RECOMMENDATIONS : Basic maternal and child health care


HEALTH PRIORITY NEEDS AND RECOMMENDATIONS : Basic maternal and boy health care


HEALTH PRIORITY NEEDS AND RECOMMENDATIONS : Basic maternal and girl health care


One Child Protection partner has reached 3,144 people, including 2,684 children with life saving services in Malualcum, Ngapagok, and Wunit.  ( Situation Report No. 3, as of 26 February 2021 )


One Boy Protection partner has reached 3,144 men, including 2,684 boys with life saving services in Malualcum, Ngapagok, and Wunit.  ( Situation Report No. 3, as of 26 February 2021 )


One Girl Protection partner has reached 3,144 women, including 2,684 girls with life saving services in Malualcum, Ngapagok, and Wunit.  ( Situation Report No. 3, as of 26 February 2021 )


In November and December 2020, active fighting in Kajo Keji displaced over 9,000 individuals, many of whom to Uganda  ( OCHA November Humanitarian Snapshot, December Humanitarian Snapshot )


In November and December 2020, active fighting in Kajo Keji displaced over 9,000 men, many of whom to Uganda  ( OCHA November Humanitarian Snapshot, December Humanitarian Snapshot )


In November and December 2020, active fighting in Kajo Keji displaced over 9,000 women, many of whom to Uganda  ( OCHA November Humanitarian Snapshot, December Humanitarian Snapshot )


On 25 February  (  2021 ) , partners completed food distribution for February and reached 43,794 people.


On 25 February  (  2021 ) , partners completed food distribution for February and reached 43,794 men.


On 25 February  (  2021 ) , partners completed food distribution for February and reached 43,794 women.


In addition, most ongoing protection projects are ending between March and June. Continued funding is required to continue providing essential Child Protection services in the affected locations.  ( Situation Report No. 3, as of 26 February 2021 )


In addition, most ongoing protection projects are ending between March and June. Continued funding is required to continue providing essential Boy Protection services in the affected locations.  ( Situation Report No. 3, as of 26 February 2021 )


In addition, most ongoing protection projects are ending between March and June. Continued funding is required to continue providing essential Girl Protection services in the affected locations.  ( Situation Report No. 3, as of 26 February 2021 )


Due to the impact of COVID 19 control measures, approximately 2 million children in primary and secondary levels did not attend school during the second and third quarter of the year.


Due to the impact of COVID 19 control measures, approximately 2 million boys in primary and secondary levels did not attend school during the second and third quarter of the year.


Due to the impact of COVID 19 control measures, approximately 2 million girls in primary and secondary levels did not attend school during the second and third quarter of the year.


In addition, over 28,053 people received hygiene promotion messages which included the prevention and management of COVID 19. The COVID 19 mitigation measures implemented during the second and third quarters of the year led to a reduced number of IRRM  (  Integrated Rapid Response Mechanism )  field missions.


In addition, over 28,053 men received hygiene promotion messages which included the prevention and management of COVID 19. The COVID 19 mitigation measures implemented during the second and third quarters of the year led to a reduced number of IRRM  (  Integrated Rapid Response Mechanism )  field missions.


In addition, over 28,053 women received hygiene promotion messages which included the prevention and management of COVID 19. The COVID 19 mitigation measures implemented during the second and third quarters of the year led to a reduced number of IRRM  (  Integrated Rapid Response Mechanism )  field missions.


On 17 February  ( 2021 ) , unidentified armed men suspected to be from Noi community ambushed a humanitarian convoy in Ajuong in Tonj North and loot personal items.


On 17 February  ( 2021 ) , unidentified armed women suspected to be from Noi community ambushed a humanitarian convoy in Ajuong in Tonj North and loot personal items.


On 17 February  ( 2021 ) , unidentified armed people suspected to be from Noi community ambushed a humanitarian convoy in Ajuong in Tonj North and loot personal items.


Nearly 11,405 children were screened for malnutrition by UNICEF, out of which 377 children were suffering from severe acute malnutrition  ( SAM ) .


Nearly 11,405 boys were screened for malnutrition by UNICEF, out of which 377 boys were suffering from severe acute malnutrition  ( SAM ) .


Nearly 11,405 girls were screened for malnutrition by UNICEF, out of which 377 girls were suffering from severe acute malnutrition  ( SAM ) .


As part of efforts to contain the COVID 19 outbreak, UNICEF maintained IPC/WASH activities in collaboration with partners in different locations across the country including prioritized health facilities in Bor, Torit, Rumbek, Wau, Malakal, Yambio field offices and PoCs or newly designated internally displaced persons  ( IDPs )  camps in Juba, Bor and Bentiu.


As part of efforts to contain the COVID 19 outbreak, UNICEF maintained IPC/WASH activities in collaboration with partners in different locations across the country including prioritized health facilities in Bor, Torit, Rumbek, Wau, Malakal, Yambio field offices and PoCs or newly designated internally displaced men  ( IDPs )  camps in Juba, Bor and Bentiu.


As part of efforts to contain the COVID 19 outbreak, UNICEF maintained IPC/WASH activities in collaboration with partners in different locations across the country including prioritized health facilities in Bor, Torit, Rumbek, Wau, Malakal, Yambio field offices and PoCs or newly designated internally displaced women  ( IDPs )  camps in Juba, Bor and Bentiu.


Since April, people's perception of safety appeared to have remained relatively unchanged, with the proportion of assessed settlements reporting feeling safe increasing minimally from 29% in April to 46% in June, comparable to July  ( 42% ) , likely due to persistence on intercommunal conflict in some parts of the state.


Since April, men's perception of safety appeared to have remained relatively unchanged, with the proportion of assessed settlements reporting feeling safe increasing minimally from 29% in April to 46% in June, comparable to July  ( 42% ) , likely due to persistence on intercommunal conflict in some parts of the state.


Since April, women's perception of safety appeared to have remained relatively unchanged, with the proportion of assessed settlements reporting feeling safe increasing minimally from 29% in April to 46% in June, comparable to July  ( 42% ) , likely due to persistence on intercommunal conflict in some parts of the state.


In Gogrial West County, the proportion of assessed settlements reporting adequate access to food was low at 17% in September, compared to 45% in July. This county had the lowest proportion of assessed settlements reporting cultivation  ( 0% )  as the main source of food September, a worrying indicator that suggests that the population may be facing food insecurity at the time they should be relying on their own food produce.


In Gogrial West County, the proportion of assessed settlements reporting adequate access to food was low at 17% in September, compared to 45% in July. This county had the lowest proportion of assessed settlements reporting cultivation  ( 0% )  as the main source of food September, a worrying indicator that suggests that the population may be facing food insecurity at the time he should be relying on his own food produce.


In Gogrial West County, the proportion of assessed settlements reporting adequate access to food was low at 17% in September, compared to 45% in July. This county had the lowest proportion of assessed settlements reporting cultivation  ( 0% )  as the main source of food September, a worrying indicator that suggests that the population may be facing food insecurity at the time she should be relying on her own food produce.


The CERF  (  Central Emergency Response Fund )  Rapid Response allocation of $9.7 million filled gaps in core humanitarian pipelines and enabled frontline responders to scale up assistance to people in need.


The CERF  (  Central Emergency Response Fund )  Rapid Response allocation of $9.7 million filled gaps in core humanitarian pipelines and enabled frontline responders to scale up assistance to men in need.


The CERF  (  Central Emergency Response Fund )  Rapid Response allocation of $9.7 million filled gaps in core humanitarian pipelines and enabled frontline responders to scale up assistance to women in need.


While the overall proportion of assessed settlements reporting use of soap was comparable between the two quarters, the proportion of assessed settlements reporting people washing hands with ash was highest between April  ( 41% )  and June  ( 38% )  across the state. The continuing limited use of soap for hand washing suggests limited access to soap in the county.


While the overall proportion of assessed settlements reporting use of soap was comparable between the two quarters, the proportion of assessed settlements reporting men washing hands with ash was highest between April  ( 41% )  and June  ( 38% )  across the state. The continuing limited use of soap for hand washing suggests limited access to soap in the county.


While the overall proportion of assessed settlements reporting use of soap was comparable between the two quarters, the proportion of assessed settlements reporting women washing hands with ash was highest between April  ( 41% )  and June  ( 38% )  across the state. The continuing limited use of soap for hand washing suggests limited access to soap in the county.


People affected were already acutely food insecure, with many in Crisis and Emergency levels of food insecurity  ( Integrated Food Security Phase Classification, or IPC, Phases 3 and 4 respectively ) .


Men affected were already acutely food insecure, with many in Crisis and Emergency levels of food insecurity  ( Integrated Food Security Phase Classification, or IPC, Phases 3 and 4 respectively ) .


Women affected were already acutely food insecure, with many in Crisis and Emergency levels of food insecurity  ( Integrated Food Security Phase Classification, or IPC, Phases 3 and 4 respectively ) .


• Over 56,754 people in need of health response reached


• Over 56,754 men in need of health response reached


• Over 56,754 women in need of health response reached


Inter communal violence and revenge attacks at the sub national level displaced an estimated 157,000 people in the Bor South, Duk, Nyirol, Twic East and Uror counties and GPAA.


Inter communal violence and revenge attacks at the sub national level displaced an estimated 157,000 men in the Bor South, Duk, Nyirol, Twic East and Uror counties and GPAA.


Inter communal violence and revenge attacks at the sub national level displaced an estimated 157,000 women in the Bor South, Duk, Nyirol, Twic East and Uror counties and GPAA.


When determining the number of learners in need of education services, IDPs, IDP returnees, refugee returnees and host communities are the most vulnerable groups with the greatest needs. In addition, an estimated 18,000 refugee children are out of school. The total number of school aged refugee children is 98,500.


When determining the number of learners in need of education services, IDPs, IDP returnees, refugee returnees and host communities are the most vulnerable groups with the greatest needs. In addition, an estimated 18,000 refugee boys are out of school. The total number of school aged refugee boys is 98,500.


When determining the number of learners in need of education services, IDPs, IDP returnees, refugee returnees and host communities are the most vulnerable groups with the greatest needs. In addition, an estimated 18,000 refugee girls are out of school. The total number of school aged refugee girls is 98,500.


In the reporting period, through Rapid Response teams, WFP completed General Food Assistance  ( GFA )  distributions for 46,000 people, including 9,300 children under five, in Leer and Mayendit counties, Unity State.


In the reporting period, through Rapid Response teams, WFP completed General Food Assistance  ( GFA )  distributions for 46,000 men, including 9,300 boys under five, in Leer and Mayendit counties, Unity State.


In the reporting period, through Rapid Response teams, WFP completed General Food Assistance  ( GFA )  distributions for 46,000 women, including 9,300 girls under five, in Leer and Mayendit counties, Unity State.


The breakdown of traditional protection mechanisms due to conflict related violence and displacement has significantly increased their vulnerability to various forms of GBV, including rape.


The breakdown of traditional protection mechanisms due to conflict related violence and displacement has significantly increased his vulnerability to various forms of GBV, including rape.


The breakdown of traditional protection mechanisms due to conflict related violence and displacement has significantly increased her vulnerability to various forms of GBV, including rape.


UNICEF has continued to provide support in the operation and maintenance of water yards, Surface Water Treatment  ( SWAT )  systems and Urban Water systems. Likewise, a total of 91,106 vulnerable individuals have so far been supported with access to basic sanitation facilities through the construction and rehabilitation of emergency communal latrines and household latrines.


UNICEF has continued to provide support in the operation and maintenance of water yards, Surface Water Treatment  ( SWAT )  systems and Urban Water systems. Likewise, a total of 91,106 vulnerable men have so far been supported with access to basic sanitation facilities through the construction and rehabilitation of emergency communal latrines and household latrines.


UNICEF has continued to provide support in the operation and maintenance of water yards, Surface Water Treatment  ( SWAT )  systems and Urban Water systems. Likewise, a total of 91,106 vulnerable women have so far been supported with access to basic sanitation facilities through the construction and rehabilitation of emergency communal latrines and household latrines.


The emergence of COVID 19 in South Sudan is exerting additional pressure to an already fragile situation, with 6.5 million people – more than half of South Sudan's population – expected to face severe acute food insecurity at the height of the annual hunger season  ( May to July 2020 ) , even before the COVID 19 pandemic. The announcement of the first cases in South Sudan coincides with the onset of the lean season, when seasonal price increases occur in normal years.


The emergence of COVID 19 in South Sudan is exerting additional pressure to an already fragile situation, with 6.5 million men – more than half of South Sudan's population – expected to face severe acute food insecurity at the height of the annual hunger season  ( May to July 2020 ) , even before the COVID 19 pandemic. The announcement of the first cases in South Sudan coincides with the onset of the lean season, when seasonal price increases occur in normal years.


The emergence of COVID 19 in South Sudan is exerting additional pressure to an already fragile situation, with 6.5 million women – more than half of South Sudan's population – expected to face severe acute food insecurity at the height of the annual hunger season  ( May to July 2020 ) , even before the COVID 19 pandemic. The announcement of the first cases in South Sudan coincides with the onset of the lean season, when seasonal price increases occur in normal years.


Of the authorized 17,000 troops, UNMISS troop strength stood at 14,558 military personnel: 210 military liaison officers  ( 34 women, or 16 per cent ) , 416 military staff officers  ( 70 women, or 17 per cent )  and 13,932 military contingent personnel  ( 604 women, or 4 per cent )


Of the authorized 17,000 troops, UNMISS troop strength stood at 14,558 military personnel: 210 military liaison officers  ( 34 men, or 16 per cent ) , 416 military staff officers  ( 70 men, or 17 per cent )  and 13,932 military contingent personnel  ( 604 men, or 4 per cent )


Of the authorized 17,000 troops, UNMISS troop strength stood at 14,558 military personnel: 210 military liaison officers  ( 34 people, or 16 per cent ) , 416 military staff officers  ( 70 people, or 17 per cent )  and 13,932 military contingent personnel  ( 604 people, or 4 per cent )


The cumulative severity of the protection situation is especially prominent in Akobo, Awerial, Canal/Pigi, Bor South, Duk, Jur River, Lainya, Luakpiny/Nasir, Maiwut, Mundri East, Panyijiar, Pibor, Rubkona, Ulang and Wau counties with more than 50 per cent of their total population in need of protection.


The cumulative severity of the protection situation is especially prominent in Akobo, Awerial, Canal/Pigi, Bor South, Duk, Jur River, Lainya, Luakpiny/Nasir, Maiwut, Mundri East, Panyijiar, Pibor, Rubkona, Ulang and Wau counties with more than 50 per cent of his total population in need of protection.


The cumulative severity of the protection situation is especially prominent in Akobo, Awerial, Canal/Pigi, Bor South, Duk, Jur River, Lainya, Luakpiny/Nasir, Maiwut, Mundri East, Panyijiar, Pibor, Rubkona, Ulang and Wau counties with more than 50 per cent of her total population in need of protection.


Twenty seven counties constitute the third highest level of severity, mostly distributed in western and central regions, including Yirol East, a county with 10,000 individuals with catastrophic levels of food insecurity  ( IPC Phase 5 ) .


Twenty seven counties constitute the third highest level of severity, mostly distributed in western and central regions, including Yirol East, a county with 10,000 men with catastrophic levels of food insecurity  ( IPC Phase 5 ) .


Twenty seven counties constitute the third highest level of severity, mostly distributed in western and central regions, including Yirol East, a county with 10,000 women with catastrophic levels of food insecurity  ( IPC Phase 5 ) .


Administrative restrictions are the most prevalent access difficulties faced by humanitarian actors. Operational interference, movement restrictions, extortion at checkpoints, and violence against humanitarian personnel and assets continue. In addition, active hostilities, criminality and overall insecurity affect the ability of all humanitarian actors to reach people in need.


Administrative restrictions are the most prevalent access difficulties faced by humanitarian actors. Operational interference, movement restrictions, extortion at checkpoints, and violence against humanitarian personnel and assets continue. In addition, active hostilities, criminality and overall insecurity affect the ability of all humanitarian actors to reach men in need.


Administrative restrictions are the most prevalent access difficulties faced by humanitarian actors. Operational interference, movement restrictions, extortion at checkpoints, and violence against humanitarian personnel and assets continue. In addition, active hostilities, criminality and overall insecurity affect the ability of all humanitarian actors to reach women in need.


Advance Youth Radio asked people on the street why they resumed shaking hands amidst COVID 19. The program talked about the effect of easing of the COVID 19 restrictions.


Advance Youth Radio asked men on the street why he resumed shaking hands amidst COVID 19. The program talked about the effect of easing of the COVID 19 restrictions.


Advance Youth Radio asked women on the street why she resumed shaking hands amidst COVID 19. The program talked about the effect of easing of the COVID 19 restrictions.


UNHCR, partners and refugee leadership stepped up remote registration of new born babies. This ensures their inclusion for the provision of assistance and necessary documentation.


UNHCR, partners and refugee leadership stepped up remote registration of new born babies. This ensures his inclusion for the provision of assistance and necessary documentation.


UNHCR, partners and refugee leadership stepped up remote registration of new born babies. This ensures her inclusion for the provision of assistance and necessary documentation.


A total of 53,658 people in need of general protection response


A total of 53,658 men in need of general protection response


A total of 53,658 women in need of general protection response


A total of 97,786 people in need of ES/NFI response reached.


A total of 97,786 men in need of ES/NFI response reached.


A total of 97,786 women in need of ES/NFI response reached.


From the results, it is evident that a majority of schools  ( 66.3% )  receive support from the Girls' Education South Sudan  ( GESS ) , this is followed closely by NGO's/ UNICEF  ( 55.1% )  and the World Food Program WFP  ( 35% ) . Very few receive support from the community  ( 17.2% ) , and the church  ( 6.1% ) . This reveals that GESS programs and NGOs are the biggest supporters of schools in South Sudan.


From the results, it is evident that a majority of schools  ( 66.3% )  receive support from the Boys' Education South Sudan  ( GESS ) , this is followed closely by NGO/'s UNICEF  ( 55.1% )  and the World Food Program WFP  ( 35% ) . Very few receive support from the community  ( 17.2% ) , and the church  ( 6.1% ) . This reveals that GESS programs and NGOs are the biggest supporters of schools in South Sudan.


From the results, it is evident that a majority of schools  ( 66.3% )  receive support from the Children' Education South Sudan  ( GESS ) , this is followed closely by NGO/'s UNICEF  ( 55.1% )  and the World Food Program WFP  ( 35% ) . Very few receive support from the community  ( 17.2% ) , and the church  ( 6.1% ) . This reveals that GESS programs and NGOs are the biggest supporters of schools in South Sudan.


Despite COVID 19, humanitarian workers do continue to deliver aid, and help save lives. Aid agencies have assisted more than 5 million people across South Sudan in 2020.


Despite COVID 19, humanitarian workers do continue to deliver aid, and help save lives. Aid agencies have assisted more than 5 million men across South Sudan in 2020.


Despite COVID 19, humanitarian workers do continue to deliver aid, and help save lives. Aid agencies have assisted more than 5 million women across South Sudan in 2020.


Although the peace agreement in 2018 has allowed an expansion in humanitarian coverage and enabled some 1.1 million displaced people to go home, about 1.6 million remain internally displaced.


Although the peace agreement in 2018 has allowed an expansion in humanitarian coverage and enabled some 1.1 million displaced men to go home, about 1.6 million remain internally displaced.


Although the peace agreement in 2018 has allowed an expansion in humanitarian coverage and enabled some 1.1 million displaced women to go home, about 1.6 million remain internally displaced.


Close to 1.6 million people are internally displaced.


Close to 1.6 million men are internally displaced.


Close to 1.6 million women are internally displaced.


Wau County has a high reported presence of IDPs, with many individuals coming to Wau Town to access the market and humanitarian services. This increases the likelihood of COVID 19 transmission.


Wau County has a high reported presence of IDPs, with many men coming to Wau Town to access the market and humanitarian services. This increases the likelihood of COVID 19 transmission.


Wau County has a high reported presence of IDPs, with many women coming to Wau Town to access the market and humanitarian services. This increases the likelihood of COVID 19 transmission.