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South Sudan
Nationally determined contribution (NDC) Analysis
South Sudan - 2030
| Reference to Women/Gender | |
|---|---|
| Context of Gender Reference |
Adaptation
|
| Gender Tags | |
| Submitted Language |
English
|
| Submitted Translation |
No
|
| Type of Support |
Conditional
|
| Monitoring and/or Implementation |
Monitoring
Implementation
|
| NDC Commitments |
Mitigation
Adaptation
|
| Participatory Process for NDC Development Mentioned |
Yes
|
| File Url |
Timeframe
2016-2030
Relevant Context
Post-conflict LDC that is vulnerable to impacts of climate change.
Process for Developing NDC
South Sudan’s Intended Nationally Determined Contributions (INDCs) are based on a cross-sectoral consultative process involving multiple stakeholders that was conducted in parallel to the NAPA preparatory work and associated meetings. The NDC was de
Description of Monitoring and/or Implementation Mechanism
South Sudan, through the Ministry of Environment, has the full responsibility to monitor and evaluate the implementation of INDCs through regular stakeholder consultative engagement. This will ensure the effective updating and implementation of both mitig
Summary of Gender Reference
In relation to adapting vulnerable communities to climate change, the INDC states: Poverty is a determining factor of climate change vulnerability in South Sudan. Poverty is widespread, particularly in the rural areas – which are home to more than 6
South Sudan - 2030
| Reference to Women/Gender | |
|---|---|
| Context of Gender Reference |
Adaptation
Mitigation
|
| Gender Tags | |
| Submitted Language |
English
|
| Submitted Translation |
No
|
| Monitoring and/or Implementation |
Implementation
|
| NDC Commitments |
Mitigation
Adaptation
|
| Participatory Process for NDC Development Mentioned |
Yes
|
| File Url |
Timeframe
2021 to 2030
Relevant Context
African country highly vulnerable to climate change
Process for Developing NDC
The development of South Sudan’s second NDC involved stakeholders from government institutions and civil society. There was an extensive participatory process wherein parties were given the opportunity to incorporate their goals and perspectives wit
Description of Monitoring and/or Implementation Mechanism
This NDC affirms the need for financial support from the international community to meet its targets. It lays out an institutional framework for implementation which will involve the NDC focal point, implementing and executing entities, technical assistan
Summary of Gender Reference
Gender is mentioned several times throughout South Sudan's second NDC. In fact, among the NDC’s implementing entities is the Ministry of Gender, Child and Welfare. The document also notes the crucial role that women play in combatting climate ch
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Related Resources
Gender Review of National Adaptation Plan (NAP): South Sudan
Policy Brief
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Author
- NAP Global Network
Year
2022
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Citation
NAP Global Network. (2022). Gender Review of National Adaptation Plan (NAP) Documents: South Sudan.Gender Climate Tracker App for iOS & Android
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