"We are so encouraged to know that we are not alone or forgotten. Please accept our wholehearted gratitude for your concern about the situation here in South Sudan and the safety of the Vincentian family and members in our country."
Dr Betram Kuol, Programme Manager, SVP South Sudan
South Sudan gained independence in 2011 after years of civil war, making it the world's newest country - and one of its poorest. Over half of the population (7.7 million people) are acutely food insecure1, 1 in 4 children are malnourished2, and 2.3 million people are internally displaced3.
Since the country's separation, SVP has continued its mission in South Sudan, now with over 45 local volunteer groups, supporting communities across Juba and beyond. Through our twinning scheme grants, volunteers provide food aid, host soup kitchens, visit those in need, and offer vital companionship and hope.
Alongside this, SVP South Sudan leads several impactful projects focused on poverty relief, empowerment, and long-term community support.
Our annual appeal aims to raise £100,000 to fund this life-changing work. You can download a copy of this years appeal leaflet here and display posters here. Read on to find out more about their projects and how to support them.
SVP South Sudan is already a beacon of hope - help keep it alive by donating today.
These centres provide essential and life-saving meals to over 700 children, three times a week. The meals consist of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats, which are formulated to provide a balanced diet integral to a child's growth and normal development. Parents and guardians also receive guidance on hygiene practices and how to provide good nutrition with locally available ingredients for their children.
Due to extreme hunger, Lucia’s two eldest children were not able to attend school or complete their education. Then Lucia found the SVP Infant Feeding Centre. Lucia is now able to ensure her younger children receive nutritious meals whilst she is at work, and thanks to their good health, is planning their school enrolment.
You can view SVP South Sudan's brochure on the Infant feeding programme here.
The SVP feeding programme has given my children life and a future.
This medical centre, run by SVP South Sudan, offers free medical aid for men, women and children living in dire conditions. As the only clinic in such a remote area, the clinic frequently attends to over 120 patients each day.
Following a recent upgrade to the clinics solar panels, a reliable source of energy is now guaranteed to safely store medication and vaccinations. Providing crucial advice and medication to those who would otherwise go without, this clinic and its continued running are essential.
This training enables young people, previously at risk of becoming child soldiers or drifting into a life of crime, to learn a trade, harness their skills and contribute to the rebuilding of their nation.
Training is offered in electricals, mechanics, tailoring, nursing, and more. Typically, over 400 students enrol for training each year with many graduates progressing into secure and successful professions. Toolboxes and sewing machines are provided to the most successful students, to ensure they have every opportunity post-graduation.
In 2024/2025, the highest proportion of females so far graduated with qualifications in all courses, from mechanics to nursing. SVP South Sudan are proud to be offering these opportunities which challenge the traditional expectations placed upon young woman to marry rather than pursue careers.
SVP South Sudan provides funding to support homeless boys with safe accommodation, and educational and training opportunities to help them find employment as part of their longer-term personal development. The Be in Hope home houses up to 25 boys at any time. Children are enrolled in education, provided with food, medication, and any other essential needs, they are also taught life skills- cooking, cleaning, money making initiatives- raising poultry, and some receive psychological therapy. The home aims to get the children prepared to lead independent and fulfilling lives for when they reach 18 years old.
May God continue to bless their giving hands to reach the unreached suffering children on the streets in Juba and around the world.
In 2016, following internal conflicts and land disputes, thousands of families were forced to flee their homes in Kworijik to seek safety.
Today, nearly a decade later, an estimated 3000 children and 900 adults continue to live in a temporary camp, unable to return home and with nowhere else to go. Makeshift shelters fashioned from tarpaulin sheets serve as their home and there is no access to medical care. A nearby school works, as much as is possible, to prevent children falling behind in their education.
The SVP South Sudan has been a steady source of support, providing regular distributions of maize, flour, oil, and seeds to help meet the most basic needs. Brother Jino, SVDP South Sudan National President, shared that what sustains the community is not just aid, but the deep care they show for one another. The elderly and vulnerable are looked after first, and whatever food is available is shared fairly - not just out of necessity, but out of compassion.
