October 29, 2025, in South Sudan
The Cooperation Facility 2026–2028 South Sudan (PC-43270) contract has been given to Ireland-based development consultancy Landell Mills International Ltd. by the Directorate-General for International Partnerships (INTPA) of the European Commission. The agreement, which was formally signed on October 29, 2025, supports the EU's strategic cooperation agenda in South Sudan and seeks to improve the efficacy, visibility, and oversight of EU-funded initiatives throughout the nation.
Overview and Value of the Contract
A key element of the EU's 2023/2024 Financing Decision under the MAAP framework is the awarded services contract, which is estimated to be worth EUR 3.75 million. In order to improve technical advisory support, monitoring systems, evaluation functions, and communication outreach for EU development initiatives in South Sudan, it creates a comprehensive cooperation facility.
Range of Work
Four main pillars will be used by Landell Mills to provide services:Technical assistance includes sectoral coordination, gender mainstreaming, conflict sensitivity, reform engagement, and support for EU programming.
Third-Party Monitoring: Supplementing the EU's Results-Orientated Monitoring (ROM) system with cutting-edge field-based monitoring tools to enhance oversight and project delivery.
Thematic Evaluations: Creating methodical evaluations to support upcoming programming cycles and improve institutional learning.
Strategic Communication: Implementing the EU's communication campaign in South Sudan to raise public awareness and bolster the EU's reputation as a reliable development partner.
Organisations Concerned
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The European Commission's INTPA, which has its headquarters in Juba, South Sudan, is the procurement authority.
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Contractor: Landell Mills International Ltd, a development consulting firm with its headquarters located in Dublin, Ireland.
Regarding the Winning Contractor
Landell Mills is a well-known international development company with a wealth of experience assisting donor-funded initiatives, especially in vulnerable and conflict-affected areas. Governance reforms, monitoring systems, communication tactics, and capacity-building assignments for the EU, FCDO, ADB, and other organisations are all part of their portfolio. Their choice highlights their strong technical proficiency and demonstrated ability to deliver.Economic and Strategic Effects
In order to increase the efficacy of aid, build public confidence, and guarantee value for money in EU-funded projects throughout South Sudan, this cooperation facility is essential. Improved technical oversight and monitoring will support more sustainable development outcomes, reduce operational risks, and enhance programme quality. It is anticipated that the communication component will strengthen diplomatic and development partnerships by increasing public awareness and comprehension of EU interventions.Final Thoughts
Now that the contract is in effect, the EU and Landell Mills will be able to better plan, carry out, monitor, and assess development cooperation projects in South Sudan until 2028. Future programming cycles, reform discourse, and the EU's strategic presence in one of Africa's most complex environments are all anticipated to be shaped by this project.
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