South Sudan Localization Lab - SSLL

20/03/2026

The South Sudan Localization Lab extends warm wishes to all on the occasion of Eid al-Fitr.

May this celebration be filled with joy, peace, and abundant blessings for you and your families.

20/02/2026

The South Sudan Localization Lab is an initiative designed to strengthen the role of local actors—especially South Sudanese civil society organizations (CSOs), community groups, and national NGOs—in humanitarian and development response.

The South Sudan Localization Lab is important because it shifts power, builds national capacity, strengthens accountability, and promotes sustainable locally-led development in South Sudan.

04/02/2026

South Sudan Localization Lab Boosts Education in Gorom and Rokon Refugee Camps

The South Sudan Localization Lab, with support from the NEAR Network through the Bridge to Resilience Project, has strengthened education in Gorom and Rokon refugee camps by improving teaching quality, school leadership, and learning conditions.

In Gorom Refugee Camp, secondary school teachers and PTA members were trained to enhance classroom practice and school governance. Scholastic materials were distributed to secondary and host-community primary schools, and solar panels were installed at Gorom Secondary School to provide reliable electricity for learning and administration.

In Rokon Refugee Camp, primary school teachers and PTA members received similar training, while learning materials were distributed to schools serving IDPs and host communities, promoting inclusive access to education.

These efforts have improved teaching capacity, strengthened community participation, and expanded access to quality education for refugee and host-community learners.

27/01/2026

27/01/2026

South Sudan Localization Lab Strengthens FSL / Livelihoods activities in Rokon and Gorom Refugee Camp.

South Sudan Localization Lab, with funding from NEAR under the Bridge to Resilience Project, has successfully strengthened Food Security and Livelihoods (FSL) activities in Rokon and Gorom Refugee Camp.

The project supported six women’s groups (three in each location), reaching 60 women with training in business skills, financial management, savings, and entrepreneurship. Each group received start-up kits valued at SSP 2.9 million to launch or expand income-generating activities.

These interventions have boosted women’s economic participation, household income, and community resilience, promoting sustainable livelihoods and long-term empowerment. South Sudan Localization Lab continues to support community-led, women-focused initiatives that build resilience, dignity, and economic independence.

22/01/2026

South Sudan Localization Lab Strengthens WASH activities in Rokon and Gorom Refugee Camp.

South Sudan Localization Lab in which Amalna South Sudan is a member successfully drilled boreholes under the Bridge to Resilience Project funded by NEAR at Gorom and Rokon Refugee Camp significantly improving access to safe drinking water and promoting better hygiene practices among refugees.

As part of the project, one borehole was drilled at Gorom and two boreholes drilled at Rokon and are now fully operational, providing reliable and clean water to the camp community. The intervention has eased the long distances residents previously traveled in search of water and reduced the risks associated with unsafe water sources.

To ensure sustainability, we trained Twenty seven (27) Water User Committees on proper management and protection of the borehole. In addition, two (2) groups of hand pump mechanics received specialized training and a toolkit to carry out minor repairs and routine maintenance, enabling the community to address technical issues locally.

The project also emphasized hygiene promotion. Trained hygiene promoters conducted door-to-door outreach, sharing key messages on handwashing, safe water handling, and general cleanliness to help prevent waterborne diseases and improve public health.

Overall, the initiative has contributed to improved health and hygiene conditions while strengthening community ownership and responsibility over vital water resources. South Sudan Localization Lab expressed appreciation to the Gorom and Rokon Refugee Camp community for their cooperation and reaffirmed its commitment to supporting dignity, health, and hope for vulnerable populations.

14/01/2026

On 8th January 2026, SSLL members met at Savannah Hotel, Juba for a strategic workshop focused on reflection, planning, and strengthening the Lab’s foundation.

SSLL is a network of 12 national NGOs working under the NEAR Network to promote local leadership, control, and sustainable development in South Sudan.

Key Achievements from the Workshop; Reviewed past SSLL activities and challenges, Developed a draft SSLL Constitution and Bye-laws, Agreed on a clear organizational structure (General Assembly & Secretariat), Set membership standards and fees and Created a 2026 Strategic Plan with clear priorities and activities

2026 Priority Pillars; Solutions, Movement & Controls, Building Bridges and Learning

The Challenges Noted were; Limited time for discussions, Need for better understanding of NEAR & SSLL, Phone distractions during sessions, and Low female participation

Way Forward: Improve member participation and time management, Promote gender balance, Share more learning materials on NEAR & localization and Collect regular feedback from members.