Abyei donates food items to Sudanese refugees
This came after a visit of the aid groups to the area to assess the living conditions of the refugees
By Aguok Chok
The humanitarian officials and youth leaders in the Abyei Special Administrative Area on Thursday donated food items to over 500 Sudanese refugees living in the area.
This came following the visit of the aid groups to the area to assess the living conditions of the refugees.
The Relief and Rehabilitation Commission (RRC), Rech Daniel Ador, told the press that the visit reaffirmed the government’s commitment to supporting refugees throughout their time in Abyei.
“We are here to ensure that these families feel cared for. As the government, we are ready to provide all necessary services until their safe relocation is completed. The distribution is carefully managed so that each family receives enough to meet their needs,” Ador stated.
The main purpose of the visit was to assess the living conditions of the refugees in the camp and provide them with immediate relief.
They also intended to prepare for the relocation of the refugees to Awiel, Northern Bahr el-Ghazal.
During the visit, the Youth Organization distributed 88 bags of essential food items, including sugar, milk, flour, and rice
The Executive Director of the youth organization for peace support, Deng Makuch Kiir said, “Our goal as youth is to stand with those who are vulnerable. We believe peace begins with support and understanding.”
“Today is just a step, but we are committed to the long term,” he stated.
As the camp continues to operate as a transit center, such joint efforts between the government, international agencies, and youth organizations remain vital in addressing the ongoing refugee crisis.
The UNHCR representative, Rose Kamo, praised the collaborative efforts, especially highlighting the importance of youth-led importance of youth-led initiatives in humanitarian response.
“We truly appreciate the work being done by the Youth Organization for Peace Support. Their energy and compassion make a big difference,” said Rose.
“These families have been staying in Abyei for some time, and through the help of the government and our partners, we’ve been able to maintain their safety and dignity.”
She further revealed that over 507 individuals had already been successfully relocated in three different batches to Awiel, in Northern Bahr el-Ghazal State.
“This is a significant achievement, and we remain committed to helping the rest of the refugees move to more stable environments,” she added.
The initiative reflects a growing recognition of youth participation in humanitarian work. By engaging local youth leaders, the response efforts become more dynamic and responsive to community needs.
As South Sudan continues to face humanitarian challenges, such cooperative efforts are crucial to restoring dignity and stability for displaced individuals. The visit to the Abyei camp marks another milestone in the journey toward ensuring all Sudanese refugees find safety, support, and a place to call home.
“We are here to ensure that these families feel cared for. As the government, we are ready to provide all necessary services until their safe relocation is completed,” Rech Daniel Ador, a representative of the Relief and Rehabilitation Commission (RRC), told the press.
