Assistance to the Small-Scale Subsistence Fisheries in Southern Sudan

In the wetlands and permanent swamps of South Sudan, fishing plays a crucial role as a primary source of income and nutrition. However, the aftermath of two decades of civil war left the fishermen grappling with the destruction of their essential assets. The conflict also resulted in widespread internal displacement. In areas affected by the conflict, malnutrition is prevalent, with internally displaced persons (IDPs) being the most vulnerable due to limited economic opportunities and minimal access to land for agriculture. Therefore, IDPs and other vulnerable individuals heavily rely on subsistence fishery for immediate survival. ​

The programme aims to strengthen the self-reliance and resilience to multidimensional risks of fishing-dependent, conflict-ridden communities in South Sudan. The key objectives of the programme are to (i) distribute fishing equipment and (ii) provide training to vulnerable communities in essential skills like net making, boat building, and improved fish processing techniques.

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Programme Summary