South Sudan’s Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation (MWRI) has signed a $9.98 million agreement with the UN Office for Project Services (UNOPS) to protect flood-prone communities and improve access to clean water across the country.
MWRI Undersecretary Achier Manyuat John said the Ministry is determined to ensure transparency in implementing the project.
“We are fully committed to accountability and transparency in delivering these life-changing interventions,” he stated.
The project will benefit vulnerable communities in Upper Nile, Jonglei, Eastern Equatoria, and Lakes States, which have been hit hardest by devastating floods and poor water access.
The one-year initiative, backed by the World Bank, will focus on repairing dikes and drainage systems to reduce flood risks, while also rehabilitating handpumps and water yards to restore safe drinking water.
Community engagement programs will aim to build long-term resilience against recurring climate shocks.
South Sudan ranks among the world’s most climate-vulnerable nations, with worsening floods in recent years displacing entire populations, destroying farmlands, killing livestock, and compounding food insecurity.
Officials say the new partnership signals a critical step in safeguarding communities while addressing the urgent need for reliable water services.
