Severe humanitarian needs and rising violence has spurred widespread displacement of South Sudanese refugees from Ethiopia into South Sudan. Many of those displaced intend to remain in South Sudan and require support to reintegrate. Needs in areas of return are high, and outcomes are likely to worsen with the onset of rains, particularly for those unable to access humanitarian assistance.
The report discusses the needs and motivations of those returning from Gambella region of Ethiopia into South Sudan. The report identifies the push and pull factors for the returning refugees. It also suggests long-term risks and opportunities associated with the influx of South Sudanese refugees from Gambella’s refugee camps, especially on communities in Upper Nile and Jonglei states.