AGP Executive Report

Food Security: Drought is pushing up food prices in Kenya, with maize and beans rising as harvest losses mount—another reminder that climate stress quickly turns into household hunger. Ebola Preparedness: In South Sudan, UN humanitarian officials assessed Ebola readiness in Yei and inspected a preparedness centre in Lasu Payam, even as the DRC outbreak keeps expanding. Public Health Supply: South Sudan inaugurated a new $365,000 medical storage facility in Gumbo, adding 1,400 metric tons of capacity to improve access to key commodities like malaria nets. Water & Protection: Western Equatoria authorities, UNMISS and partners handed over three boreholes to Hai Gabat in Yambio, linking clean water to safety—especially for women and girls. Local Economy & Waste: Youth leaders urged the government to protect young entrepreneurs from intimidation by foreign firms, highlighting eco-friendly paper bag production as a way to cut plastic waste. Elections & Rights: The UN warned South Sudan’s December 22, 2026 elections could spark renewed conflict and atrocity crimes without safeguards, while the government pushed back on external pressure over the transition. Security in Bentiu: UNMISS reinforced patrols around Bentiu’s IDP camp after an Aug. 19 security incident, aiming to prevent renewed violence. Regional Climate Risk: A wider Horn of Africa analysis flags how shared rivers and climate shocks can drive displacement across borders. Refugees & Funding: WFP says food support for refugees in South Sudan is shrinking as funding dries up, threatening rations after September.

Elections & Safety: South Sudan’s government pushed back on external pressure over its December 22, 2026 elections, insisting political decisions must stay with South Sudanese institutions and citizens, while the UN Commission on Human Rights warned the vote could trigger renewed conflict and atrocity crimes without urgent political, security, and human-rights safeguards. Civilians & Conflict Prevention: UNMISS reinforced security patrols around Bentiu’s IDP camp after an Aug. 19 incident, urging dialogue and immediate steps to prevent renewed clashes. Youth & Clean Energy Jobs: A youth leader demanded stronger protection for young South Sudanese entrepreneurs after alleged intimidation by a foreign company over locally made electricity poles, highlighting eco-friendly bag production aimed at cutting plastic waste. Health Supply & Ebola Readiness: South Sudan inaugurated a new $365,000 medical storage facility in Gumbo to boost essential commodity capacity, while UN officials assessed Ebola preparedness in Yei. Water Access: Western Equatoria, UNMISS and partners handed over three boreholes to Hai Gabat in Yambio, with calls for community-led maintenance. Food Security for Refugees: WFP warned funding cuts are shrinking food support for refugees in South Sudan, risking an end to assistance after September. Regional Climate Risk: A Horn of Africa analysis stressed that climate-driven shocks and ecological degradation cross borders, fueling displacement and humanitarian pressure across the region.

Security & Civilians: UNMISS reinforced security patrols around Bentiu’s IDP camp in Unity after an Aug. 19 incident left civilians and local security personnel hurt, urging dialogue to prevent renewed clashes. Elections & Risk: The UN Commission on Human Rights warns South Sudan’s Dec. 22, 2026 elections could spark renewed conflict and atrocity crimes without urgent political, security, and human-rights safeguards. Ebola Preparedness: UN officials assessed Ebola readiness in Yei, inspecting a preparedness centre and urging stronger coordination with local authorities. Water & Forests: Western Equatoria handed over three boreholes to Hai Gabat in Yambio, while Northern Bahr el Ghazal arrested two suspected illegal loggers in Aweil and seized cutting machines. Food Security: WFP says funding cuts are shrinking refugee rations in South Sudan, with assistance at risk of ending after September. Health Supply Chain: South Sudan inaugurated a new $365,000 medical storage facility in Gumbo to boost capacity for essential commodities like malaria nets.

Health & Water Security: South Sudan’s Ministry of Health inaugurated a new $365,000 medical storage facility in Gumbo, adding about 1,400 metric tons of capacity to better manage malaria nets and other dry commodities. Clean Water Access: In Yambio, three newly drilled boreholes were handed over to Hai Gabat community residents, with UNMISS and partners urging communities to protect and maintain the sites. Deforestation Watch: Aweil authorities arrested two suspected illegal loggers and seized cutting machines during a crackdown aimed at protecting forest resources. Food Crisis & Refugees: UN warns hunger is worsening for 7.8 million people, with risk that food aid for about 240,000 vulnerable refugees could be suspended after September if funding doesn’t come. Aid Worker Safety: UN says 36 humanitarian workers and contractors have been killed since January, urging stronger protection and accountability as violence restricts access. Elections & Conflict Risk: The UN Commission on Human Rights warns December 22, 2026 elections could trigger renewed conflict and atrocity crimes without safeguards. Local Livelihoods: Inkomoko South Sudan awarded certificates to 1,225 women- and youth-led entrepreneurs after a six-month business training program. Regional Health Measures: New travel guidance highlights Ebola-related entry restrictions affecting flights involving DRC, Uganda, and South Sudan.

Entrepreneurship & Jobs: In Juba, Inkomoko South Sudan awarded certificates to 1,225 women- and youth-led entrepreneurs after a six-month business training supported by the Mastercard Foundation and the Swiss Government, with skills in management, investment readiness, record keeping, and marketing. Health Supply & Climate Resilience: South Sudan’s Ministry of Health inaugurated a new $365,000 medical storage facility in Gumbo, adding about 1,400 metric tons of capacity to reduce reliance on costly private warehouses, including for malaria LLINs and other dry commodities. Food Security Under Pressure: UN warnings say 7.8 million people face hunger, and without fresh funding WFP could suspend food aid for about 240,000 vulnerable refugees by end of September. Aid Worker Safety: The UN reports at least 36 humanitarian workers and contractors killed since January, with 450+ attacks on aid workers and assets between January and July, urging investigations and safe access. Water & Community Protection: Western Equatoria, UNMISS and partners handed over three boreholes to Hai Gabat in Yambio, with calls for women’s leadership in water management and protection for communities. Elections & Conflict Risk: The UN Commission warns December 22, 2026 elections could trigger renewed conflict and atrocity crimes without urgent political, security, and human-rights safeguards. Governance & Sovereignty: South Sudan’s presidency pushed back against external pressure on the transition, insisting election, security and judicial decisions must stay with South Sudanese institutions. Environment & Enforcement: Northern Bahr el Ghazal authorities arrested two suspected illegal loggers in Aweil and seized cutting machines during a crackdown on unauthorized timber harvesting. Public Health Travel Guidance: New guidance highlights Ebola-related travel restrictions affecting flights involving DRC, Uganda, and South Sudan.

Health & Supplies: South Sudan’s Ministry of Health inaugurated a new $365,000 medical storage facility in Gumbo, adding about 1,400 metric tons of capacity to cut reliance on costly private warehouses, with priority for malaria nets and other dry commodities. Food Security: UN agencies warn hunger is worsening: WFP says funding cuts have shrunk rations for refugees, with food assistance for about 240,000 vulnerable refugees at risk of suspension after September. Aid Worker Safety: World Humanitarian Day coverage highlights a deadly surge—at least 36 aid workers and contractors killed since January, with 450+ attacks on aid workers and assets reported in the first half of 2026. Water Access: Western Equatoria, UNMISS and partners handed over three boreholes to Hai Gabat community in Yambio, urging local protection and maintenance of the new water points. Forests & Enforcement: Aweil authorities arrested two suspected illegal loggers and seized cutting machines in a crackdown aimed at protecting forest resources during the rainy season. Elections & Risk: UN warns December 22, 2026 elections could trigger renewed conflict and atrocity crimes without urgent political, security and human-rights safeguards. Nile & Water Signals: After Nile waters receded in Sudan, satellite images point to reduced surface water at several locations, with causes still disputed between rainfall deficits and dam operations.

Elections & Conflict Risk: The UN warns South Sudan’s December 22, 2026 elections could trigger renewed conflict and atrocity crimes unless political, security, and human-rights safeguards are in place, as armed fighting and shrinking civic space raise the stakes. Aid Worker Safety: World Humanitarian Day coverage highlights a sharp rise in attacks on aid workers: at least 36 humanitarian workers and contractors killed since January, with 450+ violence incidents reported in the first half of 2026. Hunger Pressure: The UN says 7.8 million people face food insecurity, and without more funding, food aid for about 240,000 vulnerable refugees may be suspended by end of September. Illegal Logging Crackdown: Aweil authorities arrested two suspected illegal loggers and seized two cutting machines, citing rainy-season rules meant to protect forest resources. Ebola Travel Rules: Updated US entry restrictions are issued for travelers linked to Ebola-affected DRC, Uganda, and South Sudan, tightening boarding and airport access. Nile Water Tensions: Ethiopia’s new Blue Nile hydropower plans reopen the GERD-era dispute, with Egypt warning over water security and regional power dynamics. Climate Outlook: IGAD’s seasonal outlook points to a higher chance of wetter-than-normal conditions later in 2026, tied to El Niño and Indian Ocean Dipole signals.

Humanitarian Safety: The UN marks World Humanitarian Day warning that at least 36 aid workers and contractors have been killed in South Sudan since January—already above all of 2025—with 450+ attacks on aid workers and assets reported Jan–July, as renewed fighting restricts access to communities. Food Security: UN agencies warn hunger is worsening: 7.8 million people face food insecurity, and without more funding food aid for about 240,000 vulnerable refugees could be suspended by end of September. Climate Outlook: IGAD’s ICPAC forecasts generally dry conditions for much of August–September, with relief for crops and water in some areas but added flood risk if heavier rains return in Oct–Dec. Displacement & Funding Pressure: Uganda’s relief minister urges South Sudanese refugees to consider voluntary return as humanitarian funding declines, raising concerns for people already coping with insecurity. Governance & Environment Link: Former finance minister Aggrey Tisa Sabuni says South Sudan’s economic crisis is driven by oil dependence, weak public finance enforcement, corruption, and poor governance—factors that can undermine climate resilience and basic services. Regional Security: Canada plans to end its peacekeeping operations in South Sudan by mid-2027, signaling shifting external support for stability.

Aid Worker Safety: On World Humanitarian Day, the UN warned that violence against aid workers in South Sudan is worsening, with at least 36 humanitarian workers and contractors killed since January—already above 2025 totals—and more than 450 attacks on aid workers and assets reported between January and July. Climate & Food Risks: IGAD’s ICPAC forecasts point to a drier August–September in South Sudan before wetter conditions later in the year, raising both crop/pasture stress and later flooding risk. Hunger Hotspots: A new FAO–WFP outlook flags South Sudan among the world’s most critical hunger hotspots, with millions projected to face crisis-level or worse food insecurity. Water, Health & Cholera: The EU released €2.3m for cholera response in Nigeria and other African countries, underscoring how water and sanitation access remains a life-or-death environmental issue. Local Resilience & Land Rights: IGAD launched a women’s economic resilience project in Eastern Equatoria to boost women’s access to land, livelihoods, and peacebuilding participation. Governance & Fuel Costs: An op-ed urges government to normalize fuel prices and improve transparency and oversight of supply chains, linking fuel volatility to higher living costs and slower growth.

Climate Outlook: IGAD’s ICPAC warns South Sudan may see a drier August–September, with rainfall improving from October to December in some southern areas—good for crops and pasture, but with a higher chance of later flooding and waterlogging. Humanitarian Safety: On World Humanitarian Day, South Sudan’s humanitarian coordinator says 36 aid workers and contractors have been killed since January, surpassing 2025, and calls for investigations and accountability. Aid Under Pressure: A wider World Humanitarian Day report highlights how shrinking funding and security threats are squeezing humanitarian space worldwide, from Gaza to Sudan. Border Environment & Security: Western Equatoria and Uganda’s Koboko officials agree to share security information, run joint patrols, and curb smuggling of fuel and charcoal—linking cross-border crime to environmental harm. Water/Epidemics: EU emergency funding of €2.3m targets cholera control in Nigeria and three neighbors, emphasizing water, sanitation, hygiene, surveillance, and community risk communication. Energy & Livelihoods: Nimule’s new electrification project aims to boost services and digital systems, while officials urge sustainable protection of infrastructure. Media & Governance: South Sudan’s Media Authority faces backlash over a short, costly license renewal deadline, raising concerns for local media operations.

Food security & displacement: South Sudan Mennonite Church says escalating conflict, floods and sharply reduced harvests are driving extreme hunger, with 2.6 million displaced this year and over half the population facing high food insecurity. Public health & water/sanitation: The EU released €2.3m to fight cholera in Nigeria and three other African countries, targeting water, sanitation and hygiene, case management and surveillance. Telecom costs & access: South Sudan’s NCA says the third and final tariff adjustment took effect Aug 17, raising call and data bundle prices as operators cite inflation, pound depreciation and limited foreign currency. Women, land rights & peacebuilding: IGAD launched the BWERSP project in Eastern Equatoria to boost women’s economic resilience, land access and participation in peace and security. Governance & media oversight: South Sudan Media Authority faces backlash over a 30-day license renewal order, with outlets warning of high fees and short deadlines amid recession. Security & diplomacy: Germany accredited a new ambassador to South Sudan, pledging support for R-ARCSS implementation, security reforms and humanitarian aid. Border environment & smuggling: South Sudan and Uganda agreed to strengthen cooperation on cross-border insecurity, including joint patrols and action against smuggling of fuel and charcoal. Energy & livelihoods: Nimule electrification launched to improve public services and digital systems, with calls for sustainable infrastructure management. Court process: Riek Machar trial postponed its ruling on permission to audio/video record proceedings until Aug 19.

Diplomacy & Peacebuilding: Germany’s newly accredited ambassador to South Sudan, Sebastian Brökelmann, pledged support for security, stability, humanitarian aid and the Revitalised Peace Agreement, urging judicial reforms, security-sector changes and a constitution-building push. Public Health & Water Safety: The EU released €2.3m emergency funding to curb cholera in Nigeria and three other African countries, with Nigeria getting €1.5m for cholera kits, case management, surveillance and water, sanitation and hygiene support. Energy & Livelihoods: Nimule’s electrification project launched under “Power Behind Progress,” with over 400 customers connected, aiming to boost services and business activity in the border town. Cross-Border Environment & Crime: Western Equatoria and Uganda’s Koboko District agreed to step up cooperation against smuggling and cross-border insecurity, including fuel movement and alleged charcoal smuggling. Food Security Pressure: UN agencies warned that over 650,000 refugees and asylum seekers in South Sudan could lose access to food and nutrition due to critical funding gaps. Governance & Waste: Juba’s rapid growth is outpacing waste management, with garbage increasingly piling up in public spaces and waterways. Women, Peace & Resilience: UN Women and UNESCO launched a three-year initiative to expand women’s participation in peacebuilding and decision-making in Western Equatoria and Western Bahr el Ghazal. Media & Information Access: AMDISS called for dialogue over a short deadline for renewing media licenses, warning closures could limit public access to information. Migration Shock (South Sudanese in the US): The US ended Temporary Protected Status for South Sudanese nationals, raising fears for affected families’ legal stay and work authorization.

Ebola Watch: DR Congo’s Ebola outbreak has surged to the deadliest in the country’s history, with deaths doubling in three weeks and WHO warning it could surpass the worst outbreak on record. Public Health & Water: The EU released €2.3m emergency funding to curb cholera spread across Nigeria and other African countries, targeting water, sanitation and hygiene, surveillance, and community risk communication. Peacebuilding & Governance: Western Equatoria’s deputy governor says progress on peacebuilding and force integration is being made, but insecurity, cash shortages, weak public financial management, and limited humanitarian preparedness remain major hurdles. Justice in Conflict: South Sudan’s Machar trial court postponed a ruling on whether proceedings can be audio/video recorded, citing ongoing constitutional discussions. Border Environment & Smuggling: Central Equatoria and Uganda’s Koboko officials agreed to boost cooperation against cross-border insecurity and smuggling, including alleged charcoal trafficking. Energy Access: Nimule Electrification Project launched in Eastern Equatoria, connecting 400+ customers to improve services and local livelihoods. Waste & Urban Risk: Juba’s rapid growth is outpacing waste management, with garbage increasingly ending up in drainage channels and waterways. Food Security Pressure: UN agencies warn 650,000+ refugees and asylum seekers in South Sudan face further food aid cuts due to funding gaps. Policy Shock for Diaspora: The US ended Temporary Protected Status for Somalia and South Sudan (and others), raising fears for people’s legal stay and work authorization. Women in Peace: UN Women and UNESCO launched a three-year initiative to increase women’s participation in peacebuilding and decision-making in Western Equatoria and Western Bahr el Ghazal. Local Development Planning: An opinion piece argues South Sudan needs a National Development Implementation Commission to coordinate and supervise strategic projects and reduce fragmented delivery.

Border Security & Environment: Central Equatoria and Uganda’s Koboko District agreed to step up cooperation against cross-border insecurity and smuggling, including fuel diversion and forged documents used to move charcoal into Uganda, with plans for shared intelligence, joint patrols, and a possible trilateral push involving South Sudan, Uganda, and the DRC. Food Security: UNHCR and WFP warned that more than 650,000 refugees and asylum seekers in South Sudan could lose food and nutrition support as funding runs out, with the last assistance for the most vulnerable set to end in September. Electricity & Livelihoods: Nimule’s electrification project launched in Eastern Equatoria, connecting 400 customers and aiming to expand reliable power to boost services and economic activity in the border town. Women, Peace & Community Decision-Making: UN Women and UNESCO launched a three-year initiative to increase women’s participation in peacebuilding and leadership in Western Equatoria and Western Bahr el Ghazal, targeting 2,100 beneficiaries. Urban Waste: Juba’s rapid growth is outpacing waste management, with garbage increasingly ending up in drainage channels and wetlands—raising public health and environmental risks. Policy & Governance: An opinion piece argues South Sudan needs a National Development Implementation Commission to reduce fragmented project delivery and improve accountability for infrastructure and services. Migration Pressure (US TPS): The US moved to end Temporary Protected Status for Somalia and South Sudan, adding uncertainty for South Sudanese nationals in the US who rely on TPS for legal stay and work authorization.

Humanitarian Food Crunch: UNHCR and WFP warn that over 650,000 refugees and asylum seekers in South Sudan face losing food and nutrition support as funding runs out, with the most vulnerable 240,000 at risk of cuts in September. Aid Access Under Fire: OCHA reports six aid workers killed in July and rising access constraints across South Sudan, with movement restrictions on cash, fuel and communications worsening delivery. Urban Waste Pressure: Juba’s rapid growth is outpacing waste systems, with garbage piling up in vacant spaces, drainage channels and near waterways—turning a cleanliness issue into a public health and environmental risk. Power for Growth: Nimule’s electrification project launched in Eastern Equatoria, connecting 400+ customers to improve services and livelihoods in the border town. Land, Wildlife and Peace: EU calls for stronger land and natural resource governance to support conservation and stability, linking rights-based approaches to post-conflict peace. Women in Peacebuilding: UN Women and UNESCO begin a three-year push to boost women’s leadership and participation in peacebuilding in Western Equatoria and Western Bahr el Ghazal. Media Licensing Tension: AMDISS says a one-month deadline to renew media licences is too short for cash-strapped outlets, urging dialogue to avoid closures. Transport Policy with Environmental Focus: The transport minister tables a new transport policy framework that includes environmental protection and safety, alongside regulation and infrastructure plans.

Food Security Crisis: WFP and UNHCR warn that over 650,000 refugees and asylum seekers in South Sudan could lose food and nutrition support as funding runs out, with final assistance for the most vulnerable 240,000 set to end in September—raising malnutrition risks and fears of more cross-border movement. Humanitarian Access Under Fire: UN OCHA reports six aid workers killed in South Sudan in July and says access remains severely constrained by insecurity, attacks, movement restrictions on cash and fuel, and deteriorating infrastructure. Energy & Livelihoods: Nimule’s electrification project in Eastern Equatoria has officially launched, connecting 400 customers and aiming to expand reliable power to boost public services and local business activity. Governance for Conservation: The EU says secure land rights and better governance of wildlife and natural resources are key for peace and conservation, pointing to South Sudan’s 2026 wildlife act and community conservancies. Women in Peacebuilding: UN Women and UNESCO launch a three-year initiative to expand women’s participation in peacebuilding and decision-making in Western Equatoria and Western Bahr el Ghazal. Urban Environment: Juba’s rapid growth is outpacing waste management, with garbage piling up in vacant spaces, drainage channels, and near rivers. Policy & Environment Protection: The transport ministry tables a new transport policy framework that includes environmental protection, safety, and social and gender inclusion. Climate Risk Context: Coverage highlights rising extreme-heat threats across regions, underscoring the need for resilience planning as heat risks intensify. Refugee Pressure in the Region: Uganda urges refugees—including many from South Sudan—to consider voluntary return as funding declines, while hosting over 1.25 million refugees. Media Freedom: AMDISS calls for dialogue after the Media Authority set a one-month deadline to renew expired licences, warning short timelines could shut down information channels. Land & Security Link: Parliament hears Greater Tonj insecurity tied to poverty, weak services, land disputes, cattle theft, firearms, and climate change impacts. US Immigration Shock (South Sudanese): The US ends Temporary Protected Status for South Sudanese nationals in the US, increasing deportation and work-authorization fears.