The Strengthening Community Adaptability and Resilience for Displaced and Host Populations in South Sudan (SCAR-SS) project, funded by the European Union, is advancing the implementation of durable solutions for displaced and host communities affected by the Sudan crisis.
Under this initiative, UN-Habitat and UNHCR have jointly developed the Malakal Integrated Urban Strategic Plan 2035, a comprehensive and inclusive framework aimed at facilitating the reintegration of former Protection of Civilians (PoC) site residents while promoting sustainable urban development and enhancing the resilience of Malakal’s growing host population.
The plan was developed in close collaboration with the South Sudan Ministry of Housing Land and Urban Development, the Upper Nile State Ministry of Housing, Land and Public Utilities, relevant national line ministries, affected communities, and humanitarian - development partners, ensuring broad participation and local ownership.
Designed to address Malakal’s rapid urbanization, the plan provides a long-term roadmap for sustainable growth guided by the following urban vision:
“By 2035, Malakal will thrive as a resilient and economically vibrant city, equipped with accessible essential services and empowered through inclusive community engagement and peacebuilding.”
This vision informs strategic investments in infrastructure, service delivery, climate adaptation, and sustainable land-use management. Grounded in extensive socio-spatial analysis and participatory stakeholder engagement, its key priorities include strengthening land tenure security and housing, enhancing climate resilience, improving connectivity and mobility, expanding access to basic services and public facilities, and fostering local economic development.
The Malakal Integrated Urban Strategic Plan 2035 serves as a strategic framework for balanced and sustainable urban development, providing clear guidance for government institutions, development partners, donors, and other stakeholders committed to shaping a resilient and prosperous future for the city and ensure recovery of displaced community and vulnerable populations.
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