South Sudan: Floods Snapshot (As of 5 September 2025)

As of 4 September, flooding continues to affect and displace communities across South Sudan. An estimated 273,000 people are affected in 12 counties across four states, with Jonglei and Unity states accounting for over 91 per cent of those impacted. Over 104,000 people are displaced and sheltered on higher grounds. Tensions are rising at relocation sites due to overcrowding. Floodwater has submerged farmland, homes, humanitarian compounds and disrupted access to education, health, nutrition, and
water services. Reports of waterborne diseases and snake bites are increasing public health risks. Conflict has displaced youth who typically support dyke reinforcement, weakening local flood mitigation efforts. Humanitarian partners are assessing and responding to the urgent needs of affected communities.