Canada must not abandon South Sudan

A peaceful South Sudan ruled by a government that is democratic and accountable would greatly advance Canadian interests in the region. Even with a reduced diplomatic presence, Ottawa must not relent on peace in South Sudan.

South Sudan President Salva Kiir Mayardit, pictured rear left, at the Russia-Africa Summit in Sochi on Oct. 24, 2019. South Sudan is not an obvious Canadian priority. Trade between both nations was a paltry $2.5-million, but this country matters because it sits at the intersection of several Canadian interests, writes Brian Adeba.Photograph courtesy of Wikimedia Commons

Opinion

BY BRIAN ADEBA

October 23, 2026

KITCHENER, ONT.—Canada is reducing its diplomatic presence in South Sudan. While this is understandable from a costs-saving perspective, reduced presence should not mean less action to protect Canadian interests and to alleviate human suffering in a country where nearly

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