Who We Are
The Sudd Institute is an independent research organization that conducts and facilitates research and training to inform public policy and practice, to create opportunities for discussion and debate, and to improve analytical capacity in South Sudan. The Sudd Institute’s intention is to significantly improve the quality, impact, and accountability of local, national, and international policy and decision-making in South Sudan in order to promote a more peaceful, just and prosperous society. Learn more »
In the News
The Sudd Institute Among Top 100 Think Tanks in Sub-Saharan Africa in 2020
2 February 2021
The Sudd Institute Among Top 100 Think Tanks in Sub-Saharan Africa in 2020
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6 May 2019
Recent Publications
Evaluating Trade Dynamics Between the East African Community (EAC) and South Sudan: Economic Opportunities, Challenges, and Strategies for Strengthening Trade Relations
8 July 2025
This study evaluates the trade dynamics between South Sudan and the East African Community (EAC) by conducting a comprehensive literature...
South Sudan: The Looming Legitimacy Crisis
10 September 2024
This Weekly Review analyses the looming legitimacy crisis in South Sudan and how it may be averted.
The Quest for Economic Diversification in South Sudan: Overcoming Reliance on Oil and Curbing Inflation
3 September 2024
This Brief reviews South Sudan's economic diversification challenges and opportunities, focusing on agriculture, mining, and tourism.