South Sudan plans 94km dyke to stop floods
The government will build a barrier between Bor South and Twic East counties to protect communities.
The government of South Sudan is planning to construct a 94-kilometre dyke to protect communities in Jonglei State from recurring floods. The project aims to preserve access to water and safeguard local livelihoods in the flood-prone areas between Bor South and Twic East counties.
A delegation from the Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation visited the region on November 2, 2026, to advance these plans. The dyke is intended to mitigate the impact of seasonal inundation on the affected populations.
This initiative seeks to provide a lasting solution to the challenges posed by flooding in Jonglei State. The government's intervention is designed to offer security to residents and their economic activities.
Why it mattersCommunities in Jonglei State will be protected from recurrent flooding.