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SUDESA Library
Building the institutional backbone for South Sudan’s digital and social transformation.
The South Sudan Development and Social Equity Agency (SUDESA) is more than an implementing body—it is a structural innovation designed to bridge governance gaps, accelerate digital transformation, and embed social equity into the fabric of national development. Conceived under the Strategic Engagement Agreement between the Government of South Sudan and the European Social Label (EUSL), SUDESA operates as a co-owned, autonomous institution with a mandate that spans infrastructure, agriculture, governance, and inclusion.
This library is the public record of that architecture. It contains the legal instruments, governance frameworks, fiduciary controls, and compliance protocols that give SUDESA its legitimacy and operational capacity. From the Host Country Agreement that confers legal personality and privileges, to the Digital Transformation Investment Facility that mobilizes resources for national priorities, to the ESG and Safeguards Framework that enforces sustainability and accountability—each document represents a cornerstone in a system built for resilience and transparency.
What you will find here is not a static archive but a living framework. These agreements and manuals are designed to evolve with the country’s needs, donor requirements, and global standards. They invite scrutiny, foster trust, and enable replication across regions. Above all, they affirm that development is not an aspiration but a structured, documented, and enforceable commitment—anchored in law, guided by evidence, and aligned with the long-term vision of Agenda for Social Equity 2074.
SUDESA
Strategic Framework
A ten-year roadmap for national digitalisation—this framework aligns South Sudan’s transformation with Agenda 2074 and global goals.
Business Plan
The financial and operational blueprint for SUDESA—this plan details investment needs, sustainability, and institutional growth.
Project Plan
From vision to execution—this plan outlines the phased rollout of infrastructure, services, and reforms across sectors.
Strategic Alignment Plan
Bridging national goals with global agendas—this plan aligns South Sudan’s digitalisation with Agenda 2063 and Agenda 2074.
Proposal for Establishment
The founding proposal for SUDESA—this document defines its mandate, governance, and co-ownership with EUSL.
Foundational Document
The legal and strategic basis for SUDESA—this charter formalizes its structure, values, and institutional autonomy.
Integration Framework
The architecture for SUDESA’s operations—this framework ensures legal status, diplomatic recognition, and GSIA alignment.
Agreement for Strategic Engagement
The formal pact between EUSL and South Sudan—this agreement mandates EUSL to lead digital transformation efforts.
Mission Plan
A targeted outreach strategy—this plan guides engagement with AfDB, SIDA, Swedfund, and other key development partners.
Product Proposal
Microsoft as the digital backbone—this proposal recommends a secure, scalable ecosystem for South Sudan’s public sector.
CGSA Engagement Strategy
The advocacy and training arm of SUDESA—this strategy empowers civil servants and youth through digital literacy and leadership.
Theory of Change
The logic behind the mission—this framework links SUDESA’s inputs to long-term impact through measurable outcomes.
Why SUDESA
Why this agency matters—SUDESA fills the strategic gap in South Sudan’s development by uniting equity, coordination, and long-term vision.
Annex I – Resource Mobilisation and Initial Implementation Protocol
The joint playbook for Phase 1—this protocol defines how SUDESA will raise, manage, and deploy $136M over ten years. First annex to the agreement.
Annex II – SUDESA Broadband Implementation Plan
A ten-year roadmap for national connectivity—this plan details how fibre, satellite, and training converge to connect South Sudan. Second annex to the agreement.
Agreements and Frameworks for establishing SUDESA
Host Country Agreement
Legal foundation for SUDESA—grants status, privileges, and operational autonomy in South Sudan.
DTIF
The financing engine—mobilizes and manages resources for national digital transformation.
Governance Manual
Blueprint for governance—defines structure, roles, and decision-making for effective oversight.
ESG & Safeguards Framework
Commitment to sustainability—ensures environmental, social, and governance compliance in all projects.
Legal Reform Roadmap
Modernizing the law—charts the path for data protection, cybersecurity, and digital procurement reforms.
Unified MEL Framework
Measuring impact—sets standards for monitoring, evaluation, and learning across all initiatives.
Agenda 2074 Integration Circular
Aligning the future—mandates integration of social equity goals into national plans and budgets.
Funding & Remuneration Framework
Transparent financing—defines cost recovery, administrative fees, and reinvestment principles.
SUDESA Development Fund
National growth reserve—allocates a development margin for strategic priorities and quick wins.
