Donor Support: R-ARCSS
Implementations
Donor Support – 2018
As donor countries remained skeptical, the Sudanese Foreign Minister called on potential donor countries to support the implementation of R-ARCSS.[1] The Troika countries (USA, UK and Norway) reiterated their commitment to fund the peace process on the condition that the parties show commitment to implementing the deal.[2]
[1] “Sudan’s FM calls on doubtful donors to support South Sudan’s peace,” Sudan Tribune, October 2, 2018.
[2] “Troika to ‘fund’ South Sudan peace deal with conditions,” BBC news, October 13, 2018.
Donor Support – 2019
No direct deposit of funding reported. The AUC, China, Sudan and Egypt were reportedly providing in-kind support.[1]
[1] “RJMEC Quarterly Report to IGAD on the status of implementation of the R-ARCSS from 1st July to 30th September 2019,” Report No. 4. Reconstituted Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission, November 4, 2019.
Donor Support – 2020
While the Troika countries reiterated their commitment to the peace of South Sudan, they called upon the parties to fulfill the remaining obligations before the extended February 22 deadline.[1] The Special Reconstruction Fund (SRF) and its Broad (BSRF) were to be completed within a month of establishing the RTGoNU. The World Bank approved a 45 Million USD grant to South Sudan to improve access to basic infrastructure and strengthen community institutions.[2] While donor communities are supporting initiatives related to infrastructure development, they are not contributing to the fund created by the R-ARCSS.
[1] “Troika urges South Sudan leaders to commit to peace.”South Sudan news Agency, January 2, 2020.
[2] “World Bank offers S Sudan 45-million-dollar grant.” Eye Radio. August 4, 2020.
Donor Support – 2021
The Troika countries reiterated their commitment to the peace of South Sudan and noted the slow implementation of the Revitalized Agreement; most of the support from the United States and European countries was focused on the humanitarian issues in South Sudan.[1] The humanitarian support was not for implementing the peace agreement. As part of the R-ARCSS (Revitalised Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan), the Special Reconstruction Fund and its board were to be established during the first month of the Transition Period, and a donors’ conference was to be concerned. These did not happen, including the $100 initiation contribution required by the RToGNU.[2]
[1] “U.S. Government Provides Additional $95 Million in Humanitarian Assistance.” US Embassy Juba. https://ss.usembassy.gov/humanitarian-assistance-04232021/ (April 23, 2021); “EU allocates over €43 million in humanitarian aid to South Sudan.” European Commission. 22 April 2021. https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/IP_21_1847
[2] On the Status of Implementation of the Revitalised Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan (1st October to 31st December 2021). Report no. 013/21. Reconstituted Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission (RJMEC). 2 February 2022.
Donor Support – 2022
Donor fatigue was reported regarding supporting humanitarian and peacebuilding priorities in South Sudan. Among the Troika countries, the United States withdrew from the Reconstituted Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission (RJMEC) and the Ceasefire and Transitional Security Arrangements Monitoring and Verification Mechanism (CTSAMVM), which translated into funding issues for the work of the RJMEC and CTSAMVM.[1] As part of the Revitalised Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan (R-ARCSS), the Special Reconstruction Fund and its board were to be established as well as a donors’ conference. This did not take place even after drawing the attention of the RToGNU by the RJMEC.[2]
[1] “US Withdraws From Peace Monitoring Groups in South Sudan.” Voice of America. July 15, 2022. https://www.voanews.com/a/us-withdraws-from-peace-monitoring-groups-in-south-sudan-/6661298.html
[2] RJMEC report 014/2022; 015/2022; 016/2022; 017/2023.
Donor Support – 2023
No further information on donor support specific to the peace implementation process is available. While donor partners continuously provide humanitarian support and development projects, the RJMEC calls on international actors to fund critical mechanisms, capacity building, and civil education directly.[1]
[1] RJMEC. 2024. On The Status of Implementation of the Revitalised Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan. Report No. 021/23 (January 2024).