Humanitarian Assistance and State Building in Conflict- Affected South Sudan: Lessons emerging for Nexus Programming

Humanitarian Assistance and State Building in Conflict- Affected South Sudan: Lessons emerging for Nexus Programming

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Humanitarian Assistance and State Building in Conflict- Affected South Sudan: Lessons emerging for Nexus Programming

September 28, 2023

This report builds upon a rigorous and comprehensive review of existing literature, field research, and interviews with key stakeholders involved in humanitarian and state-building efforts in South Sudan. It examines the impact of humanitarian assistance on various dimensions of state building, including governance, security, justice, socio-economic development, and social cohesion. By analyzing these dimensions, the report seeks to provide insights into the challenges and opportunities that emerge from the intersection of humanitarian assistance and state building in a fragile context such as South Sudan.

This report is intended to inform policymakers, practitioners, and researchers working in the field of humanitarian assistance and state building. By shedding light on the challenges and opportunities in South Sudan, this report seeks to contribute to the ongoing discussions and efforts to improve the effectiveness, coherence, and sustainability of humanitarian assistance in fragile states.