World Refugee Day: Aid Agencies Urge Support for South Sudan’s Growing Refugee Needs

On World Refugee Day, the International Rescue Committee (IRC) highlighted the growing strain on South Sudan’s humanitarian response as thousands of refugees continue to flee conflict in Sudan. With more than 570,000 refugees now hosted in South Sudan, IRC officials say limited resources are overstretched, affecting both displaced populations and vulnerable host communities. The organisation is expanding operations to new border areas, offering health services, maternal care, and protection for women and girls. IRC also provides livelihood support to help refugees rebuild their lives, such as vocational training for women like Amal, a Sudanese refugee who started a tailoring business. Amid rising tensions over scarce resources, IRC is urging greater support to promote peaceful coexistence and ensure essential services reach those in need. The Miraya Breakfast Show's Moyo Jacob is in conversation with: