The humanitarian crisis in South Sudan has reached unprecedented levels, with 9.3 million people requiring urgent assistance in 2025—representing nearly 70% of the country's population. Against this backdrop of immense need, the Wani Igga Foundation issues a compelling global call for support, inviting donors, volunteers, and partners worldwide to join its transformative mission of rebuilding lives and communities across South Sudan and beyond.
South Sudan faces one of the world's most severe humanitarian emergencies, compounded by multiple intersecting crises. The situation has deteriorated significantly due to escalating armed conflicts, intercommunal violence, economic instability, and the spillover effects from the ongoing war in Sudan. Since April 2023, over 1.1 million people have fled Sudan into South Sudan, placing tremendous strain on already limited resources and infrastructure
The scale of human suffering is staggering: 7.8 million people are projected to experience severe food insecurity during the lean season, while 2.1 million children and 1.1 million pregnant or lactating women face acute malnutrition. The country also grapples with the worst cholera outbreak in its history, with over 79,000 suspected cases and 1,400 deaths recorded as of mid-2025.
South Sudan's humanitarian crisis requires urgent international support with millions of people in dire need
Our Mission: Building Hope Through Collective Action
The Wani Igga Foundation recognizes that meaningful change requires collective effort and sustained partnership across the global community. Our comprehensive development programs are designed to address both immediate humanitarian needs and long-term sustainable development goals, focusing on:
Peace and reconciliation efforts to foster social cohesion
Emergency humanitarian response for displaced populations and vulnerable communities
Capacity building for local institutions and community-based organizations
Educational initiatives to empower youth and build human capital
Healthcare infrastructure development and disease prevention programs
Economic empowerment through livelihood support and microfinance initiatives
The foundation seeks partnership across three critical areas of support:
With humanitarian funding requirements for South Sudan reaching $1.7 billion in 2025, yet facing significant underfunding, financial support enables us to:[1][5]
- Provide life-saving assistance to crisis-affected populations
- Scale up development programs in high-need areas
- Support local capacity building initiatives
- Invest in sustainable infrastructure projects
The complex nature of humanitarian and development work requires specialized knowledge. We welcome partnerships with professionals offering:
- Program design and implementation expertise
- Monitoring and evaluation capabilities
- Public health and nutrition specialists
- Education and training professionals
- Economic development and livelihood specialists
- Conflict resolution and peacebuilding experts
Volunteerism forms the backbone of effective humanitarian response. We invite individuals to contribute through:
- On-ground volunteer deployments for qualified professionals
- Remote support in areas like communications, fundraising, and research
- Skills-based volunteering for short-term technical assistance
- Community mobilization and awareness-raising activities
Alignment with Global Development Goals
Our work directly supports the African Union Agenda 2063 and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, ensuring that every partnership contributes to broader regional and global development priorities. The foundation's approach emphasizes government-led development and alignment with South Sudan's national development priorities, as outlined in the country's official aid strategy.
The Multiplier Effect of Support
Research consistently demonstrates that humanitarian cash assistance and targeted development programs deliver multiplier effects to local economies. When resources are channeled through local organizations like the Wani Igga Foundation, they:[11]
- Stimulate local markets and support small businesses
- Create employment opportunities within communities
- Strengthen local institutional capacity for long-term sustainability
- Build community resilience against future shocks
Best Practices in Donor Engagement
Following internationally recognized best practices for donor engagement, the foundation commits to:
- Transparent reporting on fund utilization and program impact
- Regular communication with supporters through impact stories and progress updates
- Meaningful acknowledgment of all contributions, tailored to donor preferences
- Feedback integration from partners to continuously improve our approaches
- Long-term relationship building beyond single transactions
The humanitarian funding environment presents both challenges and opportunities. While global humanitarian funding reached $36.4 billion in 2024, with major contributors including the United States, Germany, and the European Commission, South Sudan's needs remain critically underfunded. The Humanitarian Action for Children appeal is only 22% funded as of mid-2025, creating urgent gaps that foundation partnerships can help address.
Based on current funding priorities and assessment of needs, the foundation focuses on areas where donor support can achieve maximum impact:
Immediate Humanitarian Response
- Emergency shelter and non-food items for displaced populations
- Clean water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) services
- Nutrition programs for malnourished children and pregnant women
- Healthcare services including cholera prevention and treatment
Development and Capacity Building
- Education infrastructure and teacher training programs
- Agricultural productivity and food security initiatives
- Women's empowerment and gender-based violence prevention
- Youth skills development and employment creation
- Community dialogue and reconciliation processes
- Local governance strengthening and civic education
- Legal aid and access to justice programs
- Social cohesion building between different communities
The foundation has developed streamlined processes for different types of partnerships:
For Individual Donors:
- Visit www.waniiggafoundation.org to explore giving options
- Choose from monthly pledges or one-time contributions
- Receive regular impact reports and story updates
- Join our donor community for exclusive events and briefings
For Institutional Partners:
- Contact our partnership team for custom collaboration proposals
- Explore co-funding opportunities for specific programs
- Consider multi-year strategic partnerships
- Participate in joint advocacy and policy dialogue
For Volunteers:
- Complete our online volunteer application
- Indicate areas of expertise and availability
- Participate in orientation and training programs
- Join our global network of volunteer supporters
Accountability and transparency remain central to our approach. The foundation employs rigorous monitoring and evaluation systems aligned with international humanitarian standards. We track both immediate outputs (people reached, services delivered) and longer-term outcomes (community resilience, institutional capacity, economic indicators).[15][16]
Our 2024-2025 targets include:
- Reaching 500,000 people with direct humanitarian assistance
- Training 2,000 community leaders in peace and development skills
- Supporting 50 local organizations with capacity building
- Establishing 100 community-based projects across key sectors
As we face what experts describe as South Sudan's "turning point" amid worsening violence, the window for effective intervention is narrowing. The convergence of multiple crises—conflict, climate shocks, economic collapse, and regional instability—demands immediate, coordinated, and sustained international support.
Every partnership matters. Whether through financial contributions that enable life-saving programs, technical expertise that builds local capacity, or volunteer participation that amplifies our reach, your involvement becomes part of a powerful collective effort to transform lives and build sustainable peace.
The Wani Igga Foundation's global call for support represents more than a fundraising appeal—it is an invitation to shared purpose and a commitment to human dignity. In a world where humanitarian needs continue to outpace available resources, partnerships like yours bridge the gap between crisis and hope, between immediate relief and long-term transformation.
The people of South Sudan—and the millions affected by humanitarian crises worldwide—cannot wait. Their future depends on the international community's willingness to act with compassion, urgency, and unwavering commitment to human rights and development.
Visit www.waniiggafoundation.org today to explore partnership opportunities and discover how your support can help build a better future for South Sudan and beyond. Together, we can transform lives, strengthen communities, and create lasting positive change in one of the world's most challenging environments.
For partnership inquiries, technical collaboration, or volunteer opportunities, contact the Wani Igga Foundation directly through our website or reach out to our regional offices. Every contribution, no matter its size or form, brings us closer to our vision of a peaceful, prosperous, and resilient South Sudan.
