Evaluation of Canada’s development and stabilization and reconstruction taskforce (START) programming in South Sudan

This report presents the evaluation findings, conclusions, considerations and recommendations for future programming of Global Affairs Canada’s (GAC) development, stabilization and reconstruction (START) programming in South Sudan during the 2009/10 to 2015/16 period. This evaluation was conducted from October 2015 to December 2016.

The operating environment in South Sudan for the Canadian Development and START programs between 2009 and 2016 was marked by constant change and the presence of violent civil conflict. Canadian staff members working from the capital city of Juba were faced with security issues and uncertainty that required quick thinking, the development of strong ties with partners, flexibility and constant problem-solving. This report provides insight into the results of the South Sudan Development and START programs within this challenging context of extreme instability and uncertain circumstances.