Apr 17th 2024

South Sudan Weekly Weather Forecast 16-23 April 2024

Light rainfall (less than 50 mm-colored orange) is expected in central to northern parts of South Sudan with moderate amounts (50-100mm-colored greenish) in the southern regions such as in Eastern and Central Equatoria as well as southern parts of Western Equatoria

Apr 11th 2024

South Sudan Weekly Weather Forecast 09 -16 April 2024

Light rainfall of (less than 50-colored -orange to light green) mm is expected in central to eastern South Sudan such as, Eastern and Central Equatoria, Pibor Administrative Area, southern Jonglei, Lakes, eastern parts of Western Equatoria, including parts of Raga and Aweil West counties, while parts of the northern, western and northern South Sudan is expected to experience dry conditions (Colored-grey

Apr 3rd 2024

South Sudan Weekly Weather Forecast 02 - 09 April 2024

Moderate rainfall. 50-200 mm (colored green) is expected over most parts of southern to central parts of the country such as most of greater Equatoria; Lakes, Pibor Administrative Area and western Jonglei, and isolated areas of Unity. While light rainfall (less than 50 mm (colored yellow) is expected in the central and northern parts of South Sudan. Moderate to heavy rainfall is expected in western parts of Kenya and the Lake Victoria area is likely to increase the volume of water in Lake Victoria and the Nile flowing inside South Sudan. This is likely to lead to flash floods in flood-prone riverine areas in South Sudan.

Mar 26th 2024

South Sudan Weekly Weather Forecast 26 Mar -02 April 2024

Moderate rainfall. (50-200 mm- colored green) is expected over central to southern parts of the country such as, isolated areas in Central and Western Equatoria; isolated areas in Lakes, Warrap, Pibor and Aweil South. While light rainfall (less than 50mm-colored orange and yellow) is expected in most parts of the country with dry conditions (colored grey) expected over the northern regions of South Sudan.

Mar 20th 2024

South Sudan Weekly Weather Forecast 19-26 Mar 2024

Light rainfall (less than 50mm- colored Orange and yellow) is expected in most parts of South Sudan while dry conditions are expected in Raga, most parts of Northern Bahr-el Ghazal, Warrap, Unity, and northern Upper Nile i.e. Renk, Melut and parts of Fashoda.

Mar 12th 2024

South Sudan Weekly Weather Forecast 12-19 Mar 2024

Dry conditions (colored grey) are expected in most parts of South Sudan while light rainfall of less than 50 mm (colored orange) is expected in isolated areas in western, southern, and central parts of the country.

Mar 5th 2024

South Sudan Weekly Weather Forecast 05_12 Mar 2024

Dry conditions (colored grey) are expected in the northern parts of South Sudan, while light rainfall of less than 50 mm (colored yellow & orange) is expected in the central to the southern parts of the country such as, Greater Equatoria, Lakes, most of Jonglei and Warrap, Wau and Jur River in Western Bahr-el Ghazal, Aweil Centre and Aweil South in Northern Bahr-el-Ghazal, Pibor Administrative Area and southern Unity.

Feb 28th 2024

South Sudan Weekly Weather Forecast 28 Feb_06 Mar 2024.

dry conditions (colored grey) are expected over central to northern South Sudan, while light rainfall of less than 50 mm (colored yellow & orange) is expected in the southern parts such as, Eastern Equatoria, Central Equatoria, southern parts of Western Equatoria Pibor Administrative Area and part of Bor South.

Feb 27th 2024

South Sudan GHACOF 66 Weather Forecast for March to May 2024 Season

March to May (MAM) constitutes an important rainfall season in South Sudan, particularly in the southern parts of the country, where MAM rainfall has significant contribution to the total annual rainfall as it is the beginning of the cultivation period in the bimodal rainfall zone in South Sudan (Equatorial region and the green belt) and parts of the unimodal areas in the central parts of the country.

Feb 20th 2024

South Sudan Weekly Weather Forecast 20_27 February 2024

Dry conditions (colored grey) are expected in most parts of South Sudan, with light rainfall (less than 50 mm) in the south-eastern parts of the country such as, most of Eastern Equatoria, southern Pibor and isolated areas in Central Equatoria.

Feb 15th 2024

South Sudan Weekly Weather Forecast 13-20 February 2024

Dry conditions (colored grey) are expected over most parts of South Sudan, with light rainfall (less than 50 mm) in the southern parts of the country such as: most parts of Greater Equatoria, and southern Pibor.

Feb 8th 2024

South Sudan Weekly Weather Forecast 06_13 February 2024

Moderate to high temperatures (20 - 32 ?, colored orange and yellow) are expected over most parts of South Sudan. Figure 5 above indicates elevated levels of heat stress (colored yellow) are expected in eastern South Sudan.

Jan 24th 2024

South Sudan Weekly Weather Forecast 23_30 January 2024

Moderate to high temperatures (20 - 32 ?, colored orange and yellow) are expected over South Sudan.

Jan 16th 2024

South Sudan Weekly Weather Forecast 16_23 January 2024

Moderate to high temperatures (20 - 32 ?, colored orange and yellow) are expected over most parts of South Sudan. Figure 5 above indicates elevated levels of heat stress (colored yellow) are likely in eastern regions of South Sudan.

Jan 10th 2024

South Sudan Weekly Weather Forecast 09_16 January 2024

Moderate to high temperatures (20 - 32 ?-colored orange and yellow) are expected over most parts of South Sudan. Figure 5 above indicates elevated levels of heat stress are likely in eastern regions of South Sudan.

Oct 25th 2023

Crop Watch Bulletin - South Sudan March, August 2023

Rains started late across the country, with the bimodal areas receiving their first rains in April and the unimodal areas in late May. Normally the rains in bimodal areas start in March and in unimodal areas at the beginning of May. The rainfall amount was to be below average at the beginning, followed by period of dry spells across the country which lasted two to three weeks on average, from the third dekad of June to second dekad of July. However, the rains have fully established since second and third dekad of July creating favourable conditions for a quick recovery of stressed crops and replanting and planting operations in most cropping areas.

Oct 18th 2023

South Sudan Weekly Weather Forecast, 17-24 October 2023

Moderate rainfall (50-200 mm - colored green) is expected over South Sudan while light rainfall (less than 50mm – colored yellow) is expected in the northern parts of South Sudan bordering Sudan and in isolated areas of Eastern Equatoria such as in Kapoeta Greater Kapoeta, parts of Budi and Ikotos. Figure 3 above shows heavy to very heavy rainfall conditions (colored blue) is expected in isolated areas of South Sudan. Figure 4 above shows heavy to very heavy rainfall expected in northern and southern Uganda which will increase the likelihood of increased water level in the Nile flowing inside South Sudan, hence increasing the likelihood of isolated flash flood events in flood prone areas along the Nile in Jonglei, Upper Nile and Unity.

Oct 10th 2023

South Sudan Weekly Weather Forecast 10_17 October 2023

Moderate rainfall (50-200 mm - colored green) is expected over most parts of South Sudan while light rainfall (less than 50mm – colored yellow) is expected in parts of South Sudan such as most of Jonglei, most of Eastern Equatoria; parts of Lakes and Western Equatoria and northern parts of the country. Figure 3 shows no heavy to very heavy rainfall conditions (colored cyan) are expected in South Sudan.

Oct 4th 2023

South Sudan Weekly Weather Forecast 4-11 October 2023

Light rainfall (less than 50 mm - colored yellow and orange) is expected in South Sudan all over the country while moderate rainfall (50-200 mm – colored green) is expected over the western borders of South Sudan, particularly along Central African Republic (CAR) and Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) borders as well as eastern parts of Pochalla, bordering Ethiopia.

Sep 27th 2023

South Sudan Weekly Weather Forecast 27 September- 4 October 2023

Moderate rainfall (50–200 mm - colored green) is expected over most of the northern and western parts of South Sudan such as, Western Bahr-el-Ghazal, Northern Bahr-el-Ghazal, Western Equatoria, most of Lakes, Warrap, Upper Nile and northern parts of Jonglei, most of Central Equatoria, Magwi county in Eastern Equatoria, while light rainfall (less than 50 mm - colored yellow and orange) to dry conditions are expected over eastern parts of the South Sudan. Figure 3 shows heavy to very heavy rainfall conditions (colored blue) is expected northern western part of South Sudan particularly in Raga County of Western Bahr-el-Ghazal and western part of Northern Bahr-el-Ghazal.

Sep 22nd 2023

South Sudan Weekly Weather Forecast 19-26 September 2023

Moderate rainfall (50–200 mm - colored green) is expected over northern and western South Sudan: most of Western Bahr-el-Ghazal; most of Western Equatoria, particularly Yei; Lainya and Kajo Keji in Central Equatoria; Magwi County in Eastern Equatoria; Northern Bahr-el-Ghazal; northern parts of Warrap; most of Unity; north-western Jonglei and isolated areas in Upper Nile State. Light rainfall (less than 50 mm - colored yellow and orange) to dry conditions are expected over eastern parts of the South Sudan. Figure 3 shows no heavy to very heavy rainfall conditions (colored cyan) expected over South Sudan.

Sep 15th 2023

South Sudan Weekly Weather Forecast 12-19 September 2023

Moderate rainfall (50–200 mm - colored green) is expected over western South Sudan such as Raga in Western Bahr-el-Ghazal, Tambura, Ezo, parts of Yambio and Nzara of western Equatoria State, Morobo and parts of Yei in Central Equatoria State, while light rainfall (less than 50 mm - colored yellow and orange) is expected over the rest of South Sudan. Figure 3 shows no heavy to very heavy rainfall conditions (colored blue) expected over South Sudan.

Sep 6th 2023

South Sudan Weekly Weather Forecast 5-12 September 2023

Moderate rainfall (50–200 mm - colored green) is expected in most parts of South Sudan such as greater Bahr el Ghazal, Unity, Central and Western Equatoria, Jonglei, Magwi and western Torit and Lafon in Eastern Equatoria, and Manyo and Fashoda in Upper Nile State, Meanwhile light rainfall (less than 50 mm - colored yellow and orange) is expected over the eastern parts of South Sudan such as Ikotos, most of Torit and Lafon, Budi and Greater Kapoeta in Eastern Equatoria State, Pibor Administrative Area, and eastern parts of Upper Nile State. Figure 3 shows heavy to very heavy rainfall conditions (colored blue) expected over central parts of South Sudan.

Aug 30th 2023

South Sudan Weekly Weather Forecast 30 August - 6 September 2023

Moderate rainfall (50–200 mm - colored green) is expected in central to western parts of the country such as Western Bahr-el Ghazal, most of Western Equatoria, Northern Bahr-el Ghazal, isolated areas of Lakes and Warrap, eastern parts of Unity and western parts of Jonglei, and much of Central Equatoria states; while light rainfall (less than 50 mm - colored yellow and orange) is expected over the eastern parts of the country such as Eastern Equatoria, most of Jonglei and all of Pibor Administrative Area, Upper Nile, much of Unity, Warrap and Lakes, eastern parts of Western Equatoria and southern parts of Central Equatoria states. Figure 3 shows light to very heavy rainfall conditions (colored cyan) expected over South Sudan.

Aug 22nd 2023

South Sudan Weekly Weather Forecast 23-30 August 2023

Moderate rainfall (50–200 mm - colored green) is expected over northern and south-western parts of the country such as, Raga, and northern parts of Jur River in Western Bahr el Ghazal State, much of Northern Bahr el Ghazal State, much of Warrap, parts of Tambura, Ezo, Nzara, Yambio, Maridi, Ibba and Mundri West in Western Equatoria State; Morobo, Kajo Keji, parts of Yei and western parts of Lainya in Central Equatoria; northern parts of Unity and Ruweng Administrative Area; isolated areas in western parts Magwi county of Eastern Equatoria State, while light rainfall (less than 50 mm) to dry condition (colored yellow, orange and grey) is expected over much central to eastern parts of the country. Figure 3 shows no heavy to very heavy rainfall conditions (colored cyan) expected over South Sudan.

Aug 15th 2023

South Sudan Weekly Weather Forecast 15_22 August 2023

Moderate rainfall (50–200 mm - colored green) is expected over northern and south-western parts of the country such as, Raga, and northern parts of Jur River in Western Bahr-el Ghazal state, Northern much of Bahr-el- Ghazal state, isolated areas in northern parts of Warrap, Yambio, Ibba and Maridi in Western Equatoria State and Morobo, Yei, Kajo keji and parts of Lainya in Central Equatoria, Renk, Maban and Fashoda in Upper Nile state, while Light rainfall (less than 50 mm) to dry condition (colored yellow, orange and grey) is expected over much of the central to eastern regions. Figure 3 shows that drier than usual conditions (colored cyan) are expected over much of South Sudan.

Aug 8th 2023

South Sudan Weekly Weather Forecast 08_15 August 2023

Heavy rainfall (more than 200mm – colored dark green) is expected over isolated areas in western parts of the country while, moderate rainfall (50–200 mm - colored green) is expected in most parts of the country. Light rainfall (less than 50 mm - colored yellow and orange) is expected over much of the eastern parts of the country such as greater Kapoeta, Torit, Budi, Lafon, and Pibor Administrative Area eastern Jonglei and much of Upper Nile. Figure 3 shows that heavy to very heavy rainfall (colored blue) is expected over central and western parts of the country in parts of; Aweil East, Aweil South and isolated areas of Aweil West in Northern Bahr-el Ghazal, parts of Jur River in Western Bahr-el-Ghazal; Tambura, Nzara and parts of Yambio and isolated areas of Mundri East in Western Equatoria; isolated areas of Yei, Lainya and Kajo Keji in Central Equatoria; Central Lakes and Gogrial West in Warrap.

Aug 4th 2023

South Sudan Weekly Weather Forecast 1-8 August 2023

moderate rainfall (50–200 mm - colored green) is expected over much of the country, while light rainfall (less than 50 mm - colored yellow and orange) is expected over south-eastern parts of the country such as parts of Torit, Lafon, Budi, greater Kapoeta in Eastern Equatoria State; parts of Jonglei State and much of Pibor Administrative Area. Figure 3 shows that heavy to very heavy rainfall (colored blue) is expected in central and isolated areas in northern and southern parts of the country. Flooding is likely to occur in flood prone areas.

Jul 26th 2023

South Sudan Weekly Weather Forecast 25 July - 1 August 2023

Heavy rainfall (greater than 200 mm -colored dark green) is expected over isolated parts in northern and central parts of the country such as parts of Renk, isolated areas in Jonglei, Lakes, Warrap, Northern Bahr el Ghazal States and northern Raja, Western Bahr el Ghazal, while moderate rainfall (50–200 mm -colored green) is expected over much of the country. Light rainfall (less than 50 mm -colored yellow and orange) is expected over south-eastern parts of the country such as parts of Torit and Lafon, Budi counties and greater Kapoeta in Eastern Equatoria State and eastern parts of Pibor Administrative Area, mostly Pochalla and Boma. Figure 3 shows that heavy to very heavy rainfall (colored blue) is expected in much of the country except for western and southern parts.

Jul 19th 2023

South Sudan Weekly Weather Forecast, 18-25 July 2023

Light rainfall (less than 50 mm - colored yellow and orange) is expected over south-eastern parts of the country such as Greater Kapoeta, parts of Torit, Lafon, Budi and Ikotos Counties of Eastern Equatoria State and isolated areas in Pibor Administrative Area. Figure 3 shows that heavy to very heavy rainfall (colored blue) is expected in northern and isolated areas of the country.

Jul 6th 2023

South Sudan Weekly Weather Forecast, 05-12 July 2023

Heavy rainfall (greater than 200 mm - colored dark green) is expected over isolated areas in central and north-western parts of the country, while moderate rainfall (50–200 mm - colored green) is expected in most parts of the country. Light rainfall (less than 50 mm - colored yellow and orange) is expected over isolated areas in the south-eastern parts of the country such as Torit, Ikotos, Budi, and Greater Kapoeta Counties and over isolated areas in south-eastern parts of the country such as greater Kapoeta, Budi, Pibor and Pochalla. Figure 3 shows that heavy to very heavy rainfall (colored blue) is expected in much of the northern parts of the country.

Jun 27th 2023

South Sudan Weekly Weather Forecast, 27 June-04 July 2023

Heavy rainfall (greater than 200 mm - colored dark green) is expected over isolated areas in the northern parts of the country, while moderate rainfall (50 –200 mm - colored green) is expected over the rest of the country. Light rainfall (less than 50 mm - colored yellow and orange) is expected over isolated areas in the south-eastern parts of the country such as Torit, Ikotos, Budi, and Greater Kapoeta Counties and over isolated areas in Western Equatoria.

Jun 14th 2023

South Sudan Weekly Weather Forecast, 13-20 June

Moderate rainfall (50 –200 mm- colored green) is expected in most parts of the country precisely, most of Western Bahr-el Ghazal, Northern Bahr-el-Ghazal, Warrap, Lakes, most of Unity, Ruweng, southern Upper Nile, Western Equatoria, Central Equatoria, western parts of Eastern Equatoria, most of Jonglei and Pibor while Light rainfall (less than 50 mm-colored grey, orange and yellow) is expected over isolated areas in south-eastern parts of the country precisely, Budi, and greater in of Eastern Equatoria, eastern parts Pibor Administrative Area, northern parts of the country in precisely northern Upper Nile in northern parts of Renk and Manyo and in isolated areas within the country

Jun 7th 2023

South Sudan Weekly Weather Forecast, 06-13 June

Moderate rainfall (50 –200 mm- colored green) is expected over most parts of the country precisely, Western Bahr-el Ghazal, Northern Bahr-el-Ghazal, Warrap, Lakes, Unity, Ruweng, Upper Nile, Western Equatoria, most of Central Equatoria and Jonglei; while Light rainfall (less than 50 mm-colored grey, orange and yellow) is expected over south eastern parts of the country precisely in most of Eastern Equatoria, Pibor Administrative Area and isolated areas within the country

May 24th 2023

South Sudan Weekly Weather Forecast, 23-30 May

Moderate rainfall (50 –200 mm) are expected over western parts of the country (colored green), precisely Western Bahr-el-Ghazal, Northern Bahr-el-Ghazal, much of Western Equatoria, isolated areas in Unity, Warrap, lakes and in southern Central Equatoria including isolated areas in Magwi and Budi counties in Eastern Equatoria state. At the same time light rainfall (less than 50 mm) are expected over eastern parts of the country (colored yellow and orange) precisely, Upper Nile, Jonglei, Eastern Equatoria, much of Central Equatoria, much of Lakes and Warrap, isolated areas in Western Equatoria and Unity states.

May 17th 2023

South Sudan Weekly Weather Forecast, 10-17 May 2023

Moderate rainfall of between 50 –200 mm are expected over central to northern parts of the country (colored green) while light rainfall of less than 50 mm is expected over south-eastern parts of the country.

Apr 12th 2023

South Sudan Weekly Weather Forecast, 11-18 April 2023

Moderate rainfall is expected over the western and central parts whereas light rainfall is expected over northern and southern South Sudan. In terms of rainfall anomalies, wetter than usual conditions expected over western and central to northern South Sudan, whereas drier than usual conditions expected over southern South Sudan. No exceptional rainfall is expected over South Sudan during the week of 11-18 April 2023.

Mar 9th 2023

South Sudan 2022 Crop and Food Security Assessment Mission (CFSAM) Summary of findings

The 2022 net cereal production (after deduction of post-harvest losses and seed use) in the traditional sector is estimated at about 936 200 tonnes, 11.5 percent above the 2021 output and 15.8 percent above the average of the previous five years (2017-2021). Despite the slightly late onset of rainfall, the increase in cereal production compared to the previous year was driven by an expansion of harvested area and favourable rains over most cropping areas, which benefited yields. With a projected population of about 12.9 million in mid-2023, the overall cereal deficit in the January-December 2023 marketing year is estimated at about 485 400 tonnes, 10.2 percent below the deficit estimated for 2022, and two percent below the 2018-2022 average.

Nov 21st 2022

South Sudan Livestock Bulletin, Apr-Sept 2022

Livestock play a critical role in the food systems and livelihood of pastoralist and agro-pastoralist communities across South Sudan. Livestock are regarded as moving banks, and play a significant socio-economic function during the natural and man-made disasters such as floods, drought and intercommunal conflicts where foodstuffs are destroyed or not available. Climatic change-related shocks such as floods, drought, animal diseases, resource and politically related conflicts have worsened the situation of agro-pastoralist and pastoralist communities and significantly affected livestock mobility and traditional migration routes and patterns. This has also affected access to traditional water and pasture resources as well as markets.

Nov 4th 2022

South Sudan IPC Analysis Key Messages, October 2022 to July 2023

In the current analysis period of October to November 2022, an estimated 6.64 million people (53.6% of the population) are facing Crisis (IPC Phase 3) or worse acute food insecurity, of which 2.22 million people are facing Emergency (IPC Phase 4) acute food insecurity. An estimated 61,000 people are classified in Catastrophe (IPC Phase 5)acute food insecurity in Fangak, Canal/Pigi and Akobo of Jonglei State; Pibor County in the Greater Pibor Administrative Area. The most food insecure states between October and November 2022 where more than 50% of their populations are facing Crisis (IPC Phase 3) or worse acute food insecurity are Jonglei (68.0%), Unity (66.7%), Northern Bahr el Ghazal (61.9%), Upper Nile (58.5%), Warrap (57.1%), and Lakes (56.9%).

Sep 22nd 2022

South Sudan Weekly Weather Forecast, 20-27 September 2022

According to ICPAC, during the week of 20-27 September 2022, most of South Sudan is expected to experience moderate rainfall (50-200 mm), with the western half of the country specifically Western Bahr el Ghazal State, Northern Bahr el Ghazal State, Warrap State, Western Equatoria State, Unity State, Lakes State and the western part of Central Equatoria State are expected to experience moderate rainfall conditions

Jun 17th 2022

South Sudan Dekadal Weather Update, 21-31 May 2022

Dekadal weather update bulletin covering the period 21-31 May 2022. Download for more information.

Jun 16th 2022

2021 FAO/WFP Crop and Food Security Assessment Mission (CFSAM) to the Republic of South Sudan

The 2021 net cereal production (after standardized deduction of post-harvest losses and seed use) in the traditional smallholder sector is estimated at about 839 500 tonnes, 4 percent below the 2020 output and well below the pre-conflict levels. The year?on?year decrease in cereal production is mainly driven by reduced yields due to prolonged dry spells and widespread floods, which had offset a slight increase in harvested area. Significant flood-induced crop production shortfalls occurred in Warrap and Jonglei states, where cereal production in 2020 was already at very low levels.

May 4th 2022

South Sudan Livestock Bulletin, Jan-March 2022

Climatic shocks such as floods and drought, animal diseases and livestock-related conflict have worsened the situation of pastoralist communities and significantly affected livestock mobility and traditional migration routes and patterns – the most critical element of any pastoral production system.

Apr 19th 2022

Joint Press Release - IPC - 09 April 2022

Food insecurity is likely to rise by seven percent across South Sudan in the coming months, compared to last year, according to a new United Nations report on food security. UN organizations are renewing the call for more humanitarian and livelihoods assistance to stave off looming hunger and enhance resilience.

Apr 19th 2022

IPC South Sudan Acute Food Insecurity Malnutrition February July 2022 Report

In the current analysis period of February to March 2022, an estimated 6.83 million people (55.3% of the population) are facing Crisis (IPC Phase 3) or worse acute food insecurity, of which 2.37 million people are facing Emergency (IPC Phase 4) acute food insecurity. An estimated 55,000 people are classified in Catastrophe (IPC Phase 5) acute food insecurity in Fangak, Canal Pigi and Uror counties in Jonglei State; Pibor County in Greater Pibor Administration Area; Tambura County in Western Equatoria State; and Leer and Mayendit counties in Unity State. The most food insecure states between February and March 2022 where more than 50% of their populations are facing Crisis (IPC Phase 3) or worse acute food insecurity are Jonglei (72.4%), Unity (67.6%), Warrap (62.9%), Northern Bahr el Ghazal (56.8%), Upper Nile (54.2%) and Lakes (52.0%).

Mar 30th 2022

Livestock Bulletin South Sudan, July - December 2021

Between July and December 2021, FAO and partners such as Save the Children, Smile Again Africa Development Organization (SAADO) and Marial Lou Training Center, vaccinated 680 938 animals against various diseases. Between April and June 2021, FAO and partners vaccinated 1 606 281 animals. To support vaccinations, in addition to the 295 fridges installed in 130 locations across South Sudan, FAO also installed new cold chain facilities in Kapoeta East, Kapoeta North, Kapoeta South and Tali, in Terekeka .

Mar 15th 2022

Livestock Bulletin South Sudan, April -June 2021

Livestock play a critical role in the food security and the overall well-being of pastoralist and agro-pastoralist communities in South Sudan by providing milk, meat, blood, income, and as draught power. Livestock also play a multitude of socio-cultural functions including the provision of prestige and social status, bridal gifts, payment and communal feasts and sacrifices.

Feb 28th 2022

GHACOF 60 - March to May 2022 Forecast and Summary of Actions for Decision Makers

-The upcoming March-April-May (MAM) rainfall season constitutes an important season, particularly in the equatorial parts of the region where it contributes up to 70% of the total annual rainfall. - After almost two years of drought in most parts of eastern Africa, heavy rains could be experienced in the next three months. Indeed, a wetter than normal season is forecast in the southern to central parts of the region, particularly southern, central and northern Tanzania, eastern Uganda, northern Burundi, eastern Rwanda, southern and western Kenya, eastern South Sudan and a few localities in southern and south-eastern Ethiopia, and southern and northern Somalia.

Jan 27th 2022

South Sudan Dekadal Weather Update, 01-10 January 2022

The year has seasonally kicked off with most of the country experiencing dry spells, particularly in the northern parts.

Oct 2nd 2020

South Sudan Dekadal Weather Update, Issue No. 14, 11-20 September 2020

The western parts of the country continue to experience above-average rainfall. Download the report for more details.

Oct 2nd 2020

South Sudan Dekadal Weather Update, Issue No. 13, 01-10 September 2020

Above-average rainfall continues to fall in most areas in Northern Bahr el Ghazal, Western Bahr el Ghazal and Western Equatoria. Download the report for more details.

Sep 28th 2020

Flood Impact Assessment in Jonglei South Sudan, 31 August 2020

Key Highlights from the report: (a) This year’s widespread flooding and waterlogging across the country is expected to result in impacts that are similar or worse than those of last year. The overall impact assessment on crop production is yet to be done, but an assessment was done for Jonglei state, which is more affected by the flooding. (b) Way above-average rainfall and overflowing of the Nile River and its tributaries in June/July negatively affected growing crops and livestock, and caused displacement of communities, in nine counties of Jonglei State where the impact assessment was undertaken. (c) These earlier than normal, above-average rains caused, and continue to cause in some areas, displacement of human population and damage to crops and livestock. (d) The floods found the crops at different stages of growth and will likely result in lower yields, particularly for those crops found at vegetative stage, compared to those at maturity stage and with a higher tolerance to waterlogging. (e) According to the assessment done in August in Jonglei State, about 45 percent of the total cereal area was damaged by floods in the nine flood-affected counties. (f) While harvesting of crops is expected to start in September, the production loss due to flood damage is estimated at 26 892 Ha of cultivated land which translates to an estimated loss of 11 916 tonnes of cereals in the nine flood-affected counties, with anticipated negative impacts on the food security situation of the affected population. (g) About 72 percent of the livestock population in the four counties of Twic East, Duk, Bor South and Canal Pigi were affected by the floods. An estimated 6 000 heads of cattle, 36 150 goats and 5 400 sheep are reported to have died in June and July due to the floods, representing 4.8 percent of the affected livestock population in the four counties. (h) Flooding has created conditions conducive for outbreak of animal diseases such as Rift Valley fever, pneumonia, foot rot, increased worm burden, anthrax, black quarter, trypanosomiasis, hemorrhagic septicemia among others. Pastures have also been inundated increasing the risk of animal deaths due to starvation. (i) This year’s flooding has spread beyond the traditionally flood-prone areas in Jonglei, and the resultant displacement of communities and damages to crops and livestock are much higher than the previous years. Please download the report for more details.

Sep 9th 2020

South Sudan Dekadal Weather Update, Issue No. 12, 21-31 August 2020

With six out of ten states in South Sudan affected by floods, with Jonglei being the most affected, urgent multi-sectoral humanitarian assistance is required to support the affected populations. Furthermore, multi-agency impact assessments are necessary to understand the magnitude of the needs and ensure appropriate response with long-lasting effects is undertaken. Download the report for more details.

Sep 9th 2020

South Sudan Dekadal Weather Update, Issue No. 11, 11-20 August 2020

In the 2nd Dekad of August 2020, the rainy season continues across the country, with above-average rainfall recorded in most areas of southern Upper Nile State. Flooding continues to ravage the country, with the most affected State being Jonglei, followed by Lakes State. Multi-sectoral humanitarian assistance is required to support the flood-affected populations in the affected States.

Sep 8th 2020

South Sudan Dekadal Weather Update, Issue No. 10, 01-10 August 2020

In the 1st Dekad of August 2020, the latest counties to experience flooding are Twic East, Pochalla and Ayod in Jonglei State, as well as Awerial in Lakes State. In Pochalla, reports indicate that all five Payams of Adongo, Akiela, Burator, Omiela, and Pochalla have been affected, affecting the population, livestock and crops. Download the report for more details.

Jul 7th 2020

South Sudan Dekadal Weather Update, Issue No. 06, 21-30 June 2020

The key highlights in the bulletin are: (a) Rainfall continues across the country, with Lakes State being the wettest, even as the risk of flooding continues to persist in Bor and Twic East because of broken dykes and rising water levels. (b) Panyijiar has reported flooding incidents, which have led to displacement of populations and loss of livestock and other households assets. (c) In Twic East, the dykes are broken at Pakeer and Ajuong Payams, requiring urgent joint action by the local authorities and humanitarian actors to fix them before the river levels rise to the point of causing flooding in surrounding areas. Download the bulletin for more details.

Jul 7th 2020

South Sudan Dekadal Weather Update, Issue No. 05, 11-20 June 2020

The key highlights in the bulletin are:- a) Flooding incidents were reported in Bor Town of Bor South County and Poktap in Duk County. In Bor South, an estimated 1,800 households were displaced and are in urgent need of assistance. b) Most parts of the country continue to receive rainfall, with the eastern parts of the country i.e. Jonglei, Unity and Upper Nile states experiencing above-average rainfall. c) Between 11-20 June 2020, it is forecasted that parts of central and western South Sudan will experience heavy rainfall above 200 mm, with most of the rest of the country experiencing moderate rainfall in the range of 50-200 mm. However, parts of Kapoeta East are forecasted to experience dry conditions during this period.

Jul 7th 2020

South Sudan Dekadal Weather Update, Issue No. 04, 01-10 June 2020

The key highlights in the bulletin are:- a) Heavy rainfall and faulty dykes lead to flooding in Bor, resulting in population displacement and loss of assets. b) Forecasts indicate that most areas of South Sudan will continue to experience normal to above-normal rainfall. Read the bulletin for more details.

Jun 11th 2020

South Sudan Dekadal Weather Update, Issue No. 03, 21-31 May 2020

• The entire country experienced heavy rainfall in the 3rd Dekad of May 2020, with the exception of Kapoeta East which recorded dry conditions in parts of the county. However, despite the fact that most areas experienced rainfall estimated at between 30-100mm, normal to above-normal rainfall was larlgey confined to the eastern parts of the country, with the exception of parts of Kapoeta East that experienced drier than normal conditions.
• All the states have so far recorded cumulative rainfall estimates that are higher than both last year and the long-term average, with the exception of Northern Bahr el Ghazal State whose estimated cumulative rainfall (169mm) is lower when compared to last year and the long-term average. While Western Equatoria State has recorded the highest rainfall, the year-on-year increase is greatest in Lakes State (+239%) whereas when compared to the long-term average, the greatest increase is in Jonglei State (+76%) and Eastern Equatoria State (+74%).

May 29th 2020

South Sudan Dekadal Weather Update, Issue No. 02, 11-20 May 2020

• The rainy season has spread northwards to Greater Upper Nile and Greater Bahr el Ghazal, with some areas in Upper Nile, northern Jonglei, Unity and Warrap already experiencing above-average rainfall – raising the risk of earlier than normal flooding.
• Western Equatoria State continues to be the state receiving the highest amounts of rainfall – creating favourable conditions for crop growth.
• Reports of flash floods so early in the season – particularly in Central Equatoria – raise concerns about the destruction of infrastructure, loss of assets and proliferation of water-borne diseases in the midst of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
• ICPAC’s forecast predicts a continuation of above-normal rainfall and normal temperatures for most of South Sudan in June 2020.

May 20th 2020

South Sudan Dekadal Weather Update, Issue No. 01, 01-10 May 2020

• South Sudan’s rainy season has kicked off with above-average rainfall in most areas, favouring farmers and pastoralists in the Greater Equatoria, but also increasing the risk of flash floods in low-lying areas that are experiencing excessive rainfall.
• Satellite-derived rainfall estimates show that from the start of the year to the 1st Dekad of May 2020, the highest amounts of cumulative rainfall have been experienced in Western Equatoria State (619 mm), Central Equatoria State (511 mm) and Eastern Equatoria State (480 mm).
• The just released GHACOF 55 rainfall and temperature forecast indicates that there is a likelihood of South Sudan maintaining the normal to above-normal rainfall, with the southeastern part of the country experiencing wetter than usual rainfall compared to the rest of the country. Temperatures are also expected to follow normal patterns; however, the western parts of the country will likely experience warmer than usual temperatures while the eastern parts of the country will likely experience colder than usual temperatures.
• The upcoming wet season is likely to exacerbate the COVID-19 situation in the country by creating conducive conditions for spread as well as complicating health responses and medical evacuations.

Apr 29th 2020

FAO’s Agriculture, Livestock and Food Security Information User Survey Report, April 2020.

FAO South Sudan in collaboration with partners monitors indicators that feed into food security analysis on a regular basis. It then produces different kinds of food security information products including but not limited to technical presentations, field assessment reports, special reports, researches, key messages, alerts, and agro-climatology updates. Information is also uploaded onto the CLIMIS portal for storage and public dissemination.
One of the key food security analysis outputs is the IPC whose products comprise acute food insecurity maps and population numbers which are used by various stakeholders in South Sudan i.e. government, humanitarian actors, development partners, etc. The CLIMIS portal is also visited by users who download the information and use it for purposes such as analysis, response programming and academic research among others.

Apr 7th 2020

South Sudan Livestock Update, January - March 2020

The key highlights are:-
• Cattle rustling is on the rise beginning from February to March in most parts of South Sudan and is likely to lead to asset loss, population displacement, disruption of animal health services delivery and will cause food insecurity among the affected pastoralists and agro-pastoralists.
• Desert locusts continue to move deeper into South Sudan and the invasion is likely to result in significant damage to pastures leading to food insecurity among the affected livestock keeping communities.
• FAO and partners disposed 2 320 carcasses by on-site burning around Lekuangole and along the Lekuangole-Pibor road in Pibor County. The animals’ deaths were related to recent cattle raiding events.

Apr 7th 2020

COVID-19 Impact on Markets and Trade in South Sudan, 06 April 2020

Key highlights include:-
• Market prices have started to rise, driven by panic buying amidst fears of COVID-19 related border closures and movement restrictions.
• The government’s decision to leave the border open to trucks bringing in essential goods to South Sudan will be key in ensuring a steady supply of commodities and slowing down the rate of price increases in the markets.
• Oil production is likely to continue uninterrupted in the near term, but income will be reduced due to the ongoing oil price crisis. This will impact on cross-border trade because of hard currency scarcity.
• Closure of businesses considered non-essential will impact negatively on incomes for traders and associated sectors. This will likely result in a decrease of food supply and demand because of reduced consumer purchasing power.
• Rural markets are at risk of being disrupted by COVID-19 related movement restrictions, and this will impact market access and income earning opportunities for rural populations, further increasing their vulnerability.

Mar 13th 2020

South Sudan 2019 Crop and Food Security Assessment Mission: Crop performance findings of the 2019 c

The 2019 net cereal production (after deduction of post-harvest losses and seed use) in the traditional sector is estimated at about 818 500 tonnes, 10 percent above the 2018 output and 4 percent below the average of the previous five years. With a projected population of about 11.8 million in mid-2020, the overall cereal deficit in the January-December 2020 marketing year is estimated at about 482 500 tonnes, 7 percent below the deficit estimated for 2019, but still 22 percent above the 2015-2019 average. The increase in cereal production compared to the previous year was driven by abundant and well-distributed rains over most cropping areas increasing yields and by an expansion in harvested area.

Mar 4th 2020

Desert Locust Update - South Sudan, March 2020

On March 3, FAO started the second three-day training on surveillance, control and management of locusts in Kapoeta for 35 staff from FAO, the government, and implementing partners who received equipment and inputs.

Feb 25th 2020

South Sudan IPC Analysis Key Messages, January 2020

In the analysis period of January 2020, 5.29 million people (45.2% of the population) are estimated to have faced Crisis (IPC Phase 3) or worse acute food insecurity, of which 1.11 million people faced Emergency (IPC Phase 4) acute food insecurity. About 40,000 people were classified in Catastrophe (IPC Phase 5) in the counties of Akobo1, Duk2 and Ayod3 in Jonglei State. Compared with the same time last year, the January 2020 levels of food insecurity reflect a 9% reduction4 in the proportion of population facing Crisis (IPC Phase 3) or worse acute food insecurity.

Feb 19th 2020

GHACOF 54, March - May 2020, FAO South Sudan Key Messages

March to May constitute an important rainfall season in South Sudan as this is the beginning of cultivation period in both the bimodal (first season crop cultivation) and unimodal (main season crop cultivation from April to May) areas of the country.As indicated in the Greater Horn of Africa consensus maps on rainfall and temperature outlooks below, between March and May 2020, there is an increased likelihood of above normal rainfall over much of South Sudan, with some locations experiencing an earlier than normal start of the rainy season. At the same time, temperature forecasts indicate an increased likelihood of warmer than normal surface temperatures over much of the country, with the southeastern parts likely to experience near normal temperatures.

Feb 6th 2020

FAO Livestock Show and Agricultural Exhibition to Promote Food Security - Torit

The Livestock Show and Agricultural Exhibition also brought together government officials, representatives of non-governmental organizations (NGOs), UN agencies and donor representatives from USAID, the European Union (EU), and the Embassies of China, France, Germany and Norway, to witness agricultural practices by the local communities. Livestock keepers assembled in Torit, which welcomed a total of 667 livestock including 140 cattle, 130 sheep and 397 goats for the show. The competition was organized under three livestock categories of cattle, goats and sheep

Feb 6th 2020

FAO Livestock Show and Agricultural Exhibition to Promote Food Security - Rumbek

In partnership with the Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries and the United States Army Civil Affairs Battalion, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) conducted the first-ever livestock show in Rumbek on 10th July 2019. The show brought together government officials, representatives of the United Nations agencies and non-governmental organizations, and local residents to share experiences on best practices in the livestock sector. Livestock keepers gathered in Rumbek Freedom Square and took part in the show with around 150 cattle, 200 sheep and 250 goats.

Dec 4th 2019

Summary Report on Resilience and Vulnerability in South Sudan – October 2019

Overall, the findings suggest that resilience in South Sudan is fundamentally confronted with a complex socio-environmental nexus, which connects social, environmental, political, governance, and economic conditions. Indeed, South Sudan remains a highly fragile state due to continuing conflict and a crisis in governance. Traditional conflict prevention, mediation and resolution structures have been weakened, which has eroded the ability of institutions to withstand political and security shocks. Weak rule of law translates into total impunity of perpetrators of violence, and fuels vigilantism and gross human rights violations. At both macro and micro levels, conflict has had a major negative impact on the enabling environment for development and resilience building.

Dec 3rd 2019

Report on Resilience and Vulnerability in South Sudan – October 2019

The present report is intended to provide an update on the status of resilience and vulnerability in the Republic of South Sudan for the year 2018 and to mid 2019 – a time when significant strategic pivots took place in the country, placing focus on resilience. In South Sudan resilience is defined as the ability of individuals, communities, and households to anticipate, adapt to, and/or recover from the effects of potentially hazardous occurrences (natural disasters, economic instability, conflict, and other social shocks) in a manner that protects livelihoods, accelerates and sustains recovery, and supports economic and social development. The report reviews trends and changes that have occurred and examines the linkages and causality between resilience and vulnerability. The report builds upon evidence from the national, subnational, community and household levels.

Oct 24th 2019

Food Security and Nutrition Report, July 2019

The proportion of food insecure households during the harvest season has reached its historical peak (74 percent), if compared to same time in previous years. Moreover, only a 2 percent improvement is observed in the overall food security situation compared to the lean season of same year (i.e. August 2018), where 76 percent population is reported to be food insecure. The proportion of households facing severe food insecurity has almost doubled compared to December 2017. Overall, the level of food insecurity has reached its highest levels of 26 percent compared to the yearly trends during harvest season.

Oct 8th 2019

GHACOF 53, October - December 2019, FAO South Sudan Key Messages

From October to December 2019, there is a high probability of above normal rainfall in the eastern part of the country with normal and below normal rainfall in the other parts of the country. All counties of South Sudan fall within the highest probability of above normal rainfall (Zone I & II) with slight variations in rainfall intensity. However, the former States of Jonglei, most parts of Upper Nile and Eastern Equatoria have a higher probability (55%) of above normal rainfall while the rest of the country has a 45% probability of above normal rainfall.

Sep 17th 2019

South Sudan Crop Watch Updates from 1st Dekad of March to 3rd Dekad of July 2019

The Crop Watch bulletin provides a general outlook on rainfall and crop performance in South Sudan and this report covers the period of March to July 2019. This report is based on crop planting assessments carried out in the field; crop monitoring reports from about 60 counties; remote-sensing products, including Normalized Difference Vegetation Index (NDVI), satellite-based rainfall estimates and data from locally installed rain gauges. Other sources such as the Vegetation Health Index (VHI) and the FAO’s Agricultural Stress Index (ASI) are also used. The analysis examines rainfall and crop performance in bimodal and unimodal areas of South Sudan during the period under review. Despite the accuracy of this analysis, the performance of crops may change rapidly within a short time depending on the rainfall situation across the country. Lack of long-term series of rainfall data as well as problems faced accessing information in most of the conflict-affected areas are some of the constraints faced in the production of this report.

Sep 16th 2019

FAO Resilience Analysis Report No.17

This report presents the results of the baseline survey; it is based on data collected by FAO and partners during July - August 2017 under the nationwide Food Security and Nutrition Monitoring Survey (FSNMS), triangulated with qualitative data from secondary sources. Overall, the sample contains 6 231 households, of which 1 487 households (25 percent) are located in the project’s target areas.

Sep 12th 2019

South Sudan IPC Analysis Key Messages, August 2019

In August 2019, an estimated 6.35 million people (54% of the population) are classified in Crisis (IPC Phase 3) or worse acute food insecurity, among whom an estimated 1.7 million people are facing Emergency (IPC Phase 4) acute food insecurity and 10,000 people are in Catastrophe (IPC phase 5). Compared to the same period in 2018, there is a slight reduction in the proportion of people facing Crisis (IPC Phase 3) or worse acute food insecurity by an estimated 5%. However, high levels of acute food insecurity still persist in the country. In both periods, these estimates are in the presence of humanitarian food assistance. In the projection period of September to December 2019, the food security situation is expected to improve as seasonal harvests become available. During this period, an estimated 4.54 million people (39% of the population) will likely face Crisis (IPC Phase 3) or worse acute food. In the post-harvest period of January to April 2020, the food security situation will deteriorate as household food stocks start depleting and an estimated 5.5 million people (47% of the total population) are likely face Crisis (IPC Phase 3) or worse acute food insecurity. The projection analyses have both factored in the presence of likely humanitarian food assistance.

Jul 19th 2019

GHACOF 52, June - September 2019, FAO South Sudan Key Messages

June to September constitute and important rainfall season in south Sudan as this is the main crop growing period in the country. As indicated in the Greater Horn of Africa consensus maps on rainfall and temperature outlooks below, between June and September 2019, there is an increased likelihood of less rainfall over much of South Sudan, particularly the southern and western parts of the country. There is also a likelihood of early cessation of rainfall over South Sudan. At the same time temperature forecast indicates increased likelihood of warmer than normal surface temperatures over the northwestern parts of the country while the southeastern parts are likely to be cooler than normal.

Jun 16th 2019

South Sudan IPC Analysis Key Messages, May 2019

In May-July 2019, an estimated 6.96 million people1 (61% of the population) are likely to face Crisis (IPC Phase 3) acute food insecurity or worse, out of which an estimated 1.82 million people will face Emergency (IPC Phase 4) acute food insecurity and 21,000 will likely be in Catastrophe (IPC phase 5)2. This is historically the highest number of people in South Sudan ever to face Crisis (IPC Phase 3) acute food insecurity or worse. Compared to the January 2019 projection analysis of the May-July 2019 period, an additional 81,000 people are likely to slip into Crisis (IPC Phase 3) acute food insecurity or worse. This deterioration is largely associated with the delayed rainfall that is expected to affect the improvement in the availability of wild foods, fish and livestock products as well as delay the green harvest. Of the people estimated to be in Catastrophe in May-July 2019, 10,000 are in Canal/Pigi of former Jonglei State, 10,000 are in Cueibet of former Lakes State, and 1,000 are in Panyikang of former Upper Nile State.

Mar 18th 2019

Report on the FAO/WFP Crop and Food Security Assesment Mission (CFSAM) to South Sudan, 2019

The net cereal production in 2018 (after deduction of post-harvest losses and seed use) in the traditional sector is estimated at about 745 000 tonnes, 15.5 percent below the average of the previous five years and 2.5 percent less than 2017. It is the smallest recorded output since the start of the conflict. Download the report for more details (PDF, 4MB)

Mar 18th 2019

GHACOF 51, March-May 2019, FAO South Sudan Key Messages

The GHACOF report predicts that between March and May 2019, majority of South Sudan will likely experience normal rainfall while the mean temperatures are likely to be near normal. The southern part of the country is likely to experience increased rainfall whereas the eastern part of the country is likely to experience cooler than normal mean temperatures. Download the report for more details (PDF, 973KB)

Mar 7th 2019

Warrap Market Assessment, November 2018

This assessment was conducted in Kuajok, Tonj town, Akon, Thiet, Lunyaker, Liethnhom and Warrap markets in Warrap state. It was aimed at understanding the key sources of commodity supply by market and by season; availability of staple food commodities on local markets; the trade volume of staple food transacted on the markets; the price setting behaviors; the markets’ potential for responding to increased demand; and propose the appropriate response options.

Feb 26th 2019

South Sudan IPC Analysis Key Messages, January 2019

In the current analysis period of January 2019, 6.17 million people (54% of the population) are estimated to have faced Crisis (IPC Phase 3) acute food insecurity or worse, out of which 1.36 million people faced Emergency (IPC Phase 4) acute food insecurity and 30,000 faced Catastrophe (IPC phase 5)1. The people in Catastrophe (IPC Phase 5) in January 2019 are found in four counties, namely: Canal/Pigi and Pibor (former Jonglei); Panyikang (former Upper Nile); and Cueibet (former Lakes). Large-scale humanitarian assistance is urgently needed to save lives and protect livelihoods in these counties. Compared with the same time last year, the January 2019 levels of food insecurity reflect a 13% increase in the population facing Crisis (IPC Phase 3) acute food insecurity or worse in the postharvest season.

Nov 26th 2018

WFP South Sudan Monthly Market Prices Bulletin, October 2018

From July 2018, the retail prices of staple cereal have started to decrease in most markets, and this downward trend has continued in September. This decrease in staple prices is associated with the currency appreciation, as well as the decrease in consumer demand with the harvest season and an increase in commodity supply to the markets at the beginning of dry season. Government has continued the sale of food at subsidized prices at first come first served basis to consumers in Juba town. The retail prices of sugar, maize flour, red beans, wheat flour, rice and vegetable oil at subsidized shops were lower than market prices by 29 to 57 percent

Sep 28th 2018

South Sudan IPC Analysis Key Messages, September 2018

Based on the September IPC analysis, it is expected that 6.1 million1 people (59% of the total population2) faced Crisis (IPC Phase 3) or worse acute food insecurity3 at the peak of the lean season (July – August), of whom 47,000 were in Catastrophe (IPC phase 5) and 1.7 million were in Emergency (IPC Phase 4). Food security has improved slightly with the green harvest in September relative to July and August, and further improvements are expected in the post-harvest period between October and December 2018 when the number of people in Crisis (IPC Phase 3) or worse is most likely to reduce to 4.4 million (43% of the total population), with 26,000 in Catastrophe (IPC Phase 5). However, an anticipated earlier than normal start of the lean season will result in an estimated 5.2 million (49% of the total population) people in Crisis (IPC Phase 3) or worse acute food insecurity between January and March 2019, with 36,000 in Catastrophe (IPC Phase 5). These estimates are in the presence of planned humanitarian food assistances.

Sep 21st 2018

South Sudan Crop Watch Updates to 3rd Dekad of July 2018

This report provides a general outlook on rainfall and crop performance in South Sudan during the period of March - July 2018. The report is based on crop planting assessments carried out in the field; crop monitoring reports from more than 40 counties; remote-sensing products, including Normalized Difference Vegetation Index (NDVI), satellite-based rainfall estimates and data from local rain gauges. Others, such as the Vegetation Health Index (VHI) and the FAO Agricultural Stress Index (ASI) are also used. The analysis examines rainfall and crop performance in bimodal and unimodal areas of South Sudan during the period under review. Despite the accuracy of this analysis, the performance of crops may change rapidly within a short time depending on the rainfall situation across the country. Lack of long-term series of rainfall data as well as problems faced accessing information in most of the conflict-affected areas are some of the constraints faced in the production of this report.

Sep 3rd 2018

WFP South Sudan Monthly Market Prices Bulletin, August 2018

In July, staple food commodities in most monitored markets experienced stability or decrease which is atypical during this season of the year, when these commodities are typically their most expensive. Despite the observed stability and decrease, prices stood at their elevated levels and significantly higher than the same time one year ago. The coincidence of currency appreciation, availability of green vegetables, distribution of in-kind food assistance, and the seasonal decline in prices of staple grain in Uganda, could be contributing to this stability and decrease in prices.

Aug 13th 2018

WFP South Sudan Monthly Market Prices Bulletin, July 2018

In June, the nominal price of staple food commodities showed moderate increase in most of the monitored markets. For instance, sorghum price increased in the range of five to nine percent in Bor, Aweil, Wau and Bunj; while it increased by 84 percent in Yida. In the capital, Juba, the sorghum price remained unchanged from the previous month. Compared to May, ToT between goat and sorghum improved in Aweil (24 percent) and Juba (100 percent) due to increase in price of goat higher than that of sorghum. In Northern Bahr el Ghazal, competition between traders from local and neighboring state in Sudan contributed to the increase in prices of livestock. On the contrary, Wau and Yida experienced deterioration in terms of trade due to drop in goat price coupled with increase in sorghum price.

Aug 6th 2018

FAO South Sudan Rainfall and Situation Update, May 2018

The rain which started in March 2018 over most of the southern bi-modal areas (Green Belt) of South Sudan has continued with short breaks in April and intermittent showers that allowed the growing of early planted crops. The rainfall situation in April was unreliable in some areas causing a slight delay in planting. However the May rainfall was average to above average in many areas of the Green Belt, creating favourable conditions for continuation of planting and recovery of stressed crops. The NDVI graphs for the former states of Central, Eastern and Western Equatoria confirm the above average vegetation conditions

Jul 23rd 2018

WFP South Sudan Monthly Market Prices Bulletin, June 2018

The cost of standard food basket continued its increasing trends. The increase in the last few months could be associated mainly with the depreciation of local currency and the progress of the rainy season. In May 2018, Lakes, Central Equatoria and Northern Bahr el Ghazal were the three locations with the highest cost of the food basket. More than half of monitored markets experienced increase in cereal prices compared to the previous month. High transport cost associated with the rainy season could be a reason for the observed price upsurges. Rapid variation has been observed in fuel prices, especially in markets getting supply through informal cross border trade. In May, record high fuel price was observed in Aweil for diesel (SSP 740/L) and in Bunj for petrol (SSP 900/L), increases of 119 percent and 35 percent, respectively as compared to April 2018. It was mainly due to delay in supplies to petrol stations due to poor road conditions in the rainy season.

May 21st 2018

WFP South Sudan Monthly Market Prices Bulletin, April 2018

The price of the staple cereal, sorghum, rose in Torit, Rumbek, Aweil and Wau markets by 14 to 35 percent compared to one month ago. Despite the rise in currency exchange rates, the price of staples, including imported, showed stability and even decreased in some of the markets, which could be attributed to the availability of humanitarian assistance. Higher increase in prices of goat compared to sorghum caused an improvement in ToT in 60 percent of the monitored markets, while 30 percent of monitored markets experienced deterioration due to increase in sorghum prices that outweighed goat prices. Compared to the same period last year, ToT have shown improvements in all locations.

May 15th 2018

South Sudan Food Security and Nutrition Monitoring Bulletin, Round 21

Overall, 70 percent of households in South Sudan were found to be food insecure in December 2017, according to the Consolidated Approach to Reporting Indicators of Food Security (CARI)1 methodology. Among these households, 56 percent were moderately, and 14 percent severely, food insecure. This represents a slight improvement compared to the peak of the previous lean season (July – August 2017), when overall food insecurity stood at 76 percent (50 percent moderate and 26 percent severe). This improvement is mainly due to seasonality factors and the availability of harvest.

Apr 27th 2018

Quarterly GHA Cross Border Trade Bulletin, April 2018

In Eastern Africa, staple commodity prices generally followed seasonal trends in Uganda, Kenya, and Somalia, but atypical price trends were observed in Sudan, South Sudan, Ethiopia, and Tanzania (FEWS NET Price Watch, March 2018). Prices are expected to follow seasonal trends through June 2018, remaining below last year and five year USD prices due to a combination of currency depreciation, better production than 2017, and regional imports.

Apr 24th 2018

WFP South Sudan Monthly Market Prices Bulletin, March 2018

The average exchange rate of United States Dollar to South Sudanese Pound stood at SSP 220 and SSP 133 in the parallel and official markets in February 2018, compared to SSP 211 and SSP 131 respectively in the previous month. The divergence of the parallel exchange rate from the official rate reached a new high of 66 percent in February. The cross-border trade between Sudan and South Sudan was opened. The opening of the border has however not resulted in a decrease in prices of food imported from Sudan, reportedly due to the multiple checkpoint payments along trade routes. The staple cereal prices showed mixed behavior in February. Prices of sorghum increased in Aweil, Torit and Mingkaman - ranging between 13 to 28 percent; while it remained stable in other markets.The cost of a standard food basket to meet the minimum daily recommended energy requirement (2,100 kilo calories) was highest in the Lakes region, followed by Jonglei while lowest in Eastern Equatoria.

Mar 28th 2018

National Multi-Hazard Early Warning Bulletin, February - May 2018

The Quarterly National Hazard Early Warning Bulletin is produced jointly by the Relief and Rehabilitation Commission (RRC), and the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management (MHADM) of the Government of the Republic of South Sudan, with support from the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP). This update is informed by both secondary and primary data collected during the quarter under review. The data collected and analyzed is guided by agreed and monitored early warning indicators, including food security, population movement and displacements, human diseases and outbreaks, markets and prices, agriculture , weather and climate outlook.

Feb 28th 2018

South Sudan Monthly Market Price Monitoring Bulletin, January 2018

Intermittent seasonal harvests coupled with humanitarian food assistance have contributed to a decrease in prices of sorghum, maize grain and maize flour in many markets. Compared to previous month, the price of the main staple cereal, white sorghum, has decreased in the range of 12 to 22 percent in Yida, Torit, Rumbek and Wunrok, while markets of Juba, Bor, Bentiu, Kapoeta South and Wau have observed stable prices. The seasonal factor has also caused a decrease in prices of maize grain and maize flour in most of the monitored markets.

Feb 28th 2018

IPC South Sudan January-July 2018 Key Messages

In January 2018, 5.3 million people (48% of the population) are estimated to be facing Crisis and Emergency (IPC Phases 3 and 4) acute food insecurity, out of which 1 million people are facing Emergency (IPC Phase 4) acute food insecurity. Compared with the same time last year, this reflects a 40% increase in the population facing severe food insecurity in the post-harvest season. Worsening food insecurity is primarily driven by protracted conflict and displacements, which have contributed to insufficient crop production (only 61% of the 2018 national cereal needs are met by the harvest), disruptions to livelihoods and persistent macroeconomic deterioration. Livelihoods have been further eroded by climatic shocks, such as prolonged dry spells and flooding, and pest infestations (e.g. Fall Armyworm).

Feb 28th 2018

GHACOF 48 March-May 2018, FAO South Sudan Key Messages

The Forty Eighth Greater Horn of Africa Climate Outlook Forum (GHACOF 48) was convened from 12th to 13th February 2018 in Mombasa, Kenya. Organized by the IGAD Climate Prediction and Applications Centre (ICPAC), the Kenya Meteorological Department (KMD) and other partners, the forum developed the regional consensus climate outlook for March to May 2018. The Greater Horn of Africa (GHA) region comprises of Burundi, Djibouti, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, Tanzania and Uganda. Approximately 140 participants from the region attended the forum.

Feb 28th 2018

GHACOF 48 March-May 2018 Statement

The March to May period constitutes an important rainfall season over the equatorial parts of the Greater Horn of Africa (GHA) region. The regional consensus rainfall outlook for March to May 2018 season indicates increased likelihood of normal to above normal rainfall over much of the region. However, there are higher chances of above normal to normal rainfall over parts of South Sudan, western Ethiopia, southwestern Uganda, northeastern Rwanda and Southern Tanzania, and increased likelihood of normal to below normal rainfall over much of Somalia, southeastern Ethiopia and eastern Kenya. The consensus mean temperature outlook for March to May 2018 season indicates an increased likelihood of warmer to normal temperatures over much of the eastern parts, normal to cooler than normal temperatures over central parts and cooler to normal temperatures in the western areas of the GHA region. The major processes considered are the evolutions of the global Sea Surface Temperatures (SSTs) including the neutral phase of the Indian Ocean Dipole and the anticipated transition in the Central Equatorial Pacific from La Niña to ENSO-Neutral conditions during the forecast period. Regional circulation systems that predominantly influence climate over the region during this season were also taken into consideration. This outlook is relevant only for the March-May 2018 season for relatively large areas of the region. Local and month-to-month variations might occur as the season progresses. It is likely that episodic heavy rainfall events leading to flash floods might occur even in areas with an increased likelihood of near to below normal rainfall and dry spells may occur in areas with increased likelihood of above normal to normal rainfall. It should be noted that parts of the region that have been experiencing drought conditions, and persistence of depressed rainfall would have far reaching implications. The IGAD Climate Prediction and Applications Centre (ICPAC) will provide regional updates on regular basis while the National Meteorological and Hydrological Services (NMHSs), that are expected to downscale this forecast to country level, will provide detailed national and sub-national updates.

Feb 19th 2018

South Sudan Crop Watch, Overview of Cereal Production in 2017

An FAO/WFP Crop and Food Security Assessment Mission (CFSAM) visited South Sudan from 4 to 14 December 2017 to estimate cereal production during 2017 and assess the overall food security situation. The CFSAM reviewed the findings of several crop assessment missions conducted at planting and harvest time in the different agro-ecological zones of the country from May to December 2017. As during 2014, 2015 and 2016, all assessment missions were carried out by a Task Force team that comprised staff from the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (MAFS) drawn from national and state offices, the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO). Task Force team members have been trained in the past years to conduct rapid assessments using established protocols and techniques, such as driving and walking transects, evaluating standing crops according to yield and livestock according to body condition, perform key informant interviews and farmer case studies. In addition, supported by the FAO, 39 County Crop Monitoring Committees (CCMCs) have been formed in 2016 and 2017, with a view to extending the responsibility of collecting more objective data at local level.

Jan 4th 2018

South Sudan Monthly Market Price Bulletin, November 2017

According to The Sudan Tribune, South Sudan has removed fuel subsidies due to scarcity of hard currencies to subsidize fuel prices. The removal of subsidies might open an opportunity to private companies to import and sell at free market prices, which is likely to ease availability. In October 2017, price of petrol decreased in many markets by 8 to 33 percent compared to the previous month. The petrol price ranged from SSP 200 per litre in Agok to SSP 400 per litre in Wunrok.

Nov 8th 2017

South Sudan IPC September 2017 Key Messages

South Sudan entered the harvest season in September 2017 with 6 million people (56% of the total population1) estimated to be severely food insecure2, out of which 40,000 are in Humanitarian Catastrophe at a household level (IPC Phase 5 ) and 2 million are facing Emergency (IPC Phase 4) food insecurity. Post-harvest gains in October-December 2017 are expected to reduce the number of severely food insecure people to 4.8 million (45% of the total population), with 25,000 in Humanitarian Catastrophe. However, an anticipated earlier than normal start of the lean season3 will result in an estimated 5.1 million (48% of the total population) people being classified as severely food insecure in January-March 2018, with 20,000 in Humanitarian Catastrophe. The worsening situation is attributed mainly to the protracted conflict that affected farming activities and the ongoing economic crisis.

Nov 2nd 2017

South Sudan Crop Watch Updates from 1st Dekad of August to 3rd Dekad of September 2017

This is the second crop watch report that describes the overall situation of rainfall and the performance of crops in South Sudan for the period of August to September 2017. The contents of the report are based on crop harvest assessments carried out in the field by:

- the South Sudan National Crop Monitoring Taskforce members from Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (MAFS), National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) and some of the states;
- County Crop Monitoring Committees (CCMCs) drawn from agriculture staff located at county level currently operational in 38 counties.

The report has also utilized remote-sensing products, including Normalized Difference Vegetation Index (NDVI), the Vegetation Health Index (VHI) and the FAO Agricultural Stress Index (ASI1) as well as satellite-based rainfall estimates and data from the network of local rain gauges in the country. The report summarizes rainfall and crop performance in bi-modal and uni-modal areas of South Sudan during the months of August and September 2017. However, the performance of crops may change rapidly over the coming weeks depending on the rainfall situation, particularly for the bi-modal areas and some areas expecting harvests for long-maturing sorghum up to the end of December. Lack of long-term series of rainfall data, as well as lack of access to many conflict-affected field locations are among the principle challenges in the production of this report.

Sep 27th 2017

GHACOF 47 October-December 2017 - FAO Key Messages

The Forty Seventh Greater Horn of Africa Climate Outlook Forum (GHACOF 47) was convened from 21st to 22nd August 2017 at Zanzibar, Republic of Tanzania by the IGAD Climate Prediction and Applications Centre (ICPAC) to formulate a consensus on regional climate outlook for the October to December 2017 rainfall season over the Greater Horn of Africa region (GHA) under the Theme “Preparedness for potential El Niño event and related impacts”.

Generally, the October to December 2017 rainfall performance over most parts of South Sudan is predicted to be near normal. However, some areas in the South and South-western part of South Sudan are forecast to receive above-normal rainfall during the October to December 2017 period.

Specifically:

Aug 10th 2017

South Sudan Crop Watch Updates to 3rd Dekad of July 2017

This report provides a general outlook on the rainfall and crop condition in South Sudan during the period of March – July 2017. The report is based on planting assessments carried out in the field; crop monitoring reports from more than 30 counties; remote-sensing products, including Normalized Difference Vegetation Index (NDVI), satellite-based rainfall estimates and data from local rain gauges as well as the Vegetation Health Index (VHI) and the FAO Agricultural Stress Index (ASI)1. The analysis examines rainfall and crop performance in bi-modal and uni-modal areas of South Sudan during the months of March to July 2017. However, the performance of crops may change rapidly over the coming weeks and months depending on the rainfall situation across the country. The lack of long-term series of rainfall data as well as problems faced accessing information in most of the conflict-affected areas are some of the constraints faced in the production of this report.

Mar 26th 2017

South Sudan Juba Bi-Weekly Price Watch, March 2017, Week 2

The 2nd week of March 2017 saw most commodity prices in Juba stabilize with the exception of beans (Janjaro) that showed an increase of 7 % compared to the previous week. The stability of prices is attributed to a significant drop in the transportation costs as a result of availability and access of fuel at the pump price of SSP 22 instead of the exorbitant prices charged in the fuel black market.

Mar 9th 2017

March to May 2017 Climate Outlook for South Sudan – FAO’s Key Messages

The Forty Fifth Greater Horn of Africa Climate Outlook Forum (GHACOF 45) was convened from 6 to 7 February 2017 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia by the IGAD Climate Prediction and Applications Centre (ICPAC), the Ethiopia National Meteorological Agency (NMA) and partners to develop a regional consensus climate outlook for the March to May 2017 season over the Greater Horn of Africa region (GHA).The forum workshop was attended by participants from IGAD member states (Burundi, Djibouti, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, Tanzania and Uganda), scientists from regional climate centres and climate information users from agriculture and food security, disaster risk sectors and media

Jan 16th 2017

WFP South Sudan Monthly Market Prices Bulletin, September 2016

Inflation: The South Sudan August 2016 inflation rate peaked to an all-time higher of 730 percent year-on-year, 70 points more than the 661 percent in July, due to an 850 percent rise in the cost of food and non-alcoholic beverages. Exchange Rate: The South Sudan Pound hit a record low against the U.S. dollar in August 2016, exchanging at SSP 67/1$ in Juba down from SSP 65/US$ a month earlier. The SSP has lost further ground to the dollar in the first week of September exchanging at SSP 80/US$ in the black market in Juba.

Jan 16th 2017

WFP South Sudan Monthly Market Prices Bulletin, October 2016

Due to bulk supply of fuel to Juba during the reporting month, prices of petrol/ diesel in the flourishing black market stabilized in Juba, Kapoeta, Torit, Bor and Minkaman. However, fuel prices went up in the hinterland markets of Yida, Bentiu, Rumbek and more than doubled in Aweil month-on month due to erratic supply and scarcity. Fuel shortages and impassible roads due to rains and insecurity continued to impede domestic trade flows.

Jan 16th 2017

South Sudan Juba Bi-Weekly Price Watch, December 2016, Week 4

Although the prices of most commodities decreased in week 4 of December 2016, prices remained higher compared with the previous month. Month-on-month prices remained higher within the ranges of 8 – 61%. Food commodity prices were 16 – 56% higher than the previous three months. The prices were 196 – 347 % and 207 – 362 % compared to last year and the past four year average respectively.

Sep 20th 2016

South Sudan Juba Bi-Weekly Price Watch, August 2016, Week 4

There are some marginal drops in prices of some food commodities in Juba markets when compared to the previous two weeks. Sorghum flour dropped the most by 16% because of its increased supply in the market following its harvest in neighbouring counties. Prices of both white wheat flour and sugar also dropped by 13% because of improved flows of imports form Nimule to Juba. Maize flour has also seen a 9% drop in price, equally attributed to the availability of dry maize harvests in Juba markets.

Sep 20th 2016

FAO South Sudan 44th GHACOF Key Messages

The Forty Fourth Greater Horn of Africa Climate Outlook Forum (GHACOF 44) was convened from 29 to 30 August 2016 at the Speke Resort Conference Centre Munyonyo, Kampala, Uganda by the IGAD Climate Prediction and Applications Centre (ICPAC) in collaboration with WMO, UNDP, USAID, DFID and other partners to formulate a consensus regional climate outlook for the October to December 2016 rainfall season over the Greater Horn of Africa (GHA) region. The GHA region comprises Burundi, Djibouti, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, Tanzania and Uganda. The forum was attended by over 200 participants from IGAD member states (Burundi, Djibouti, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, Tanzania and Uganda) and scientists from regional climate centres.

Aug 8th 2016

South Sudan Juba Bi-Weekly Price Watch, July 2016, Week 4

The prices of most commodities in Juba markets remained high but slightly lower compared to the previous two weeks immediately after the recent conflict. The slight decrease in prices is attributed to the opening of the Nimule border, which resulted in some stocks finding their way into the country. However, there is still a net deficit, which is attributed to fewer traders since many foreign traders have left due to insecurity; traders who lost their stocks are unable to re-stock adequately; and there is continued scarcity of hard currency, which limits the quantities of imports.

Aug 2nd 2016

FAO/WFP Crop and Food Security Assesment Mission to South Sudan

An FAO/WFP Crop and Food Security Assessment Mission (CFSAM) visited South Sudan from 30 November to 18 December 2015 to estimate cereal production during 2015 and assess the overall food security situation. The CFSAM reviewed the findings of several crop assessment missions conducted at planting and harvest time in the different agro-ecological zones of the country from May to December 2015. As during 2014, all assessment missions were carried out by a Task Force team that comprised staff from the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, Cooperatives and Rural Development (MAFCRD), the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) and FAO.

Jul 29th 2016

South Sudan IPC News Release Juba June 2016

Up to 4.8 million people in South Sudan – well over one-third of the population – will be facing severe food shortages over the coming months, and the risk of a hunger catastrophe continues to threaten parts of the country, three UN agencies warned today.

Jul 26th 2016

WFP South Sudan Monthly Market Prices Bulletin, July 2016

The Bulletin also looks at the impact on the conflict in Juba on prices. The bulletin provide a table on the last page showing the price changes compared to one year ago and a month ago. Given the inflationary environment, the economic problems and the conflict, prices have continued increasing in most markets. The price increases will negatively impact on food security for the poor in both rural and urban areas

Jul 26th 2016

South Sudan Juba Bi-Weekly Price Watch, June 2016, Week 4

The prices of most commodities in Juba market remained stable on week 4 of June compared with the previous week because most traders had not depleted their last week’s stocks. This stability of prices was observed for a Malwa of white sorghum grain, 1kg of wheat flour, 1kg of beans (janjaro), 1kg of sugar, 1kg of sorghum flour and a litre of vegetable oil. The 20% increase in the price of a Malwa of white maize grain is attributed to high taxes levied on the imported grain in addition to the scarcity of hard currency.