By Sabri Dibaco The Government of South Sudan and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) have officially inaugurated a new Aweil State Reference Laboratory, a large-scale solar power system, and a specialised medical incinerator in Northern Bahr el Ghazal State, marking a major investment in strengthening the country’s public health[Read More…]
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South Sudan’s population is projected to reach 20 million by 2030
By Sabri Dibaco South Sudan’s population is projected to grow from 13.2 million in 2021 to nearly 20 million by 2030, driven by high fertility rates and the continued influx of refugees and returnees from neighbouring Sudan, officials revealed during the World Population Day High-Level Dialogue held in Juba. The[Read More…]
Aweil East youth launch 15 days of patriotism for general cleaning
By Hou Akot Hou The youth executive body in Aweil East County in South Sudan’s Northern Bahr El Gazal State has launched what it dubbed “15 Days of Patriotism,” which began early this week in the main towns of Aweil East County such as Wanyjok Town. Speaking in an exclusive[Read More…]
Yei receives new MSF ambulance to strengthen emergency healthcare services
By James Innocent Yei River County has received a new ambulance donated by Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), a contribution expected to significantly improve emergency medical response, patient referrals, and Ebola preparedness across the county. The ambulance was officially handed over during a ceremony attended by county authorities, health officials, community[Read More…]
Yei County authorities step up Ebola preparedness and warn of regional risk
By James Innocent Health authorities and humanitarian partners in Yei River County have renewed their commitment to strengthening preparedness against Ebola Virus Disease (EVD). The efforts are ongoing amid concerns over outbreaks in neighbouring countries. The commitment was reaffirmed during an Ebola Preparedness Pillar Meeting convened by the County Health[Read More…]
Free cleft surgery mission brings hope to children, and families
By Sabri Dibaco The medical outreach, organised through the ASK Foundation, has brought together an internationally trained team of specialist surgeons from Germany and Uganda in partnership with the German charity Deutsche Cleft Kinderhilfe, the Ministry of Health, Gudele Hospital, and the South Sudan General Medical Council (SSGMC). The Senior[Read More…]
Ministry of Health deploys teams across South Sudan to strengthen health services
By Sabri Dibaco The Ministry of Health has dispatched supportive supervision teams to several parts of South Sudan in a nationwide effort to assess health service delivery, monitor ongoing health projects, and identify challenges affecting the country’s healthcare system. The supervision mission, led by the Project Management Unit (PMU), is[Read More…]
South Sudan reaffirms its commitment to health, education, and timely elections
By Sabri Dibaco The Vice President and Chairperson of the Service Cluster, Hussein Abdelbagi Akol, met with the British Ambassador to South Sudan, David Ashley, to discuss key priorities in service delivery and preparations for the country’s general elections scheduled for December 2026. In a press release that was issued[Read More…]
Yei county, health partners strengthen Ebola preparedness efforts
By James Innocent Health authorities and health partners in Yei River County have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening Ebola preparedness and response measures following a coordination meeting with county officials. The one-day briefing brought together health partners, county health officials, and the Commissioner of Yei River County to discuss key[Read More…]
Ministry of health and partner to strengthen health sector collaboration
By Sabri Dibaco The National Minister of Health, Luke Thompson Thoan, has reaffirmed South Sudan’s commitment to strengthening cooperation with the United Nations in improving healthcare services and disease preparedness across the country. Speaking during a meeting with the United Nations Deputy Special Representative, as seen, the minister emphasised the[Read More…]
OPINION: University of Juba should own a clinic or university hospital
Writer: Engr. Maker Mangol Acien Yuol The University of Juba, South Sudan’s premier centre of higher learning, must urgently prioritise the health and well-being of its students and staff by establishing an on-campus clinic and laying a clear roadmap toward a teaching hospital. A modest, well-planned clinic would deliver immediate[Read More…]
Caterpillar outbreak sparks concerns over crops destruction in NBGs
By Hou Akot Hou An outbreak of large caterpillars across most parts of Northern Bahr el Ghazal State has raised alarm among residents and local authorities, with fears that the infestation could threaten both public health and agricultural production. The state’s Minister of Agriculture, Garang Chan Atak, told this publication[Read More…]
Free cleft lip surgeries to benefit patients in Wau next week
By Hou Akot Hou Health authorities in Northern Bahr el Ghazal State have urged people living with a cleft lip to register for free corrective surgery that will be conducted next week at St. Mary Help Hospital in Wau, Western Bahr el Ghazal State. Luka Lual Aleu Jok, the Health[Read More…]
Drug consignment arrives as Yei
By James Innocent The Commissioner of Yei River County, Hon. Samuel Henry Malimbo, accompanied by County Executive Director John Hillary Konga, on Tuesday visited Yei Civil Hospital to assess healthcare services and discuss challenges affecting the sector. During the visit, health workers informed county leaders that many medical personnel have[Read More…]
EU steps up Ebola response with millions in aid for Africa
By Lodu William Odiya The European Union has announced a major package of financial and humanitarian support to help Africa combat the ongoing Ebola outbreak that has claimed hundreds of lives in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and continues to threaten neighboring countries. In a statement seen by[Read More…]
Hunger crisis deepens in Jonglei as children survive on leaves and water lilies
By Lodu William Odiya Thousands of families in South Sudan’s Jonglei State are facing worsening hunger, with many children surviving on leaves, water lilies, and seeds meant for planting as conflict and displacement push parts of the country closer to famine, according to Save the Children. The humanitarian organisation warned[Read More…]
Adut donates 10 vehicles to boost South Sudan’s Ebola preparedness
By Louis Loku Senior Presidential Envoy on Special Programs, Adut Kiir, has donated ten vehicles to strengthen South Sudan’s preparedness and response capacity against a potential Ebola outbreak. The donation was announced on Tuesday during her visit to the National Public Health Institute (NPHI), where she was accompanied by the[Read More…]
Lakes State nurses and midwives call for better working conditions
By Yang Ater Yang The South Sudan Nurses and Midwives Association (SSNAMA) in Lakes State on Saturday commemorated the International Day of Nurses and Midwives with a seminar focused on strengthening healthcare services and improving the welfare of health workers. The event was held under the theme “Our Nurses. Our[Read More…]
Yei health authorities heighten Ebola surveillance amid DR Congo outbreak
By James Innocent Health authorities in Yei River County have urged residents to remain vigilant following reports of an Ebola outbreak in neighboring Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). County health officials say the outbreak in eastern Congo has raised concerns because of the close border connections between the DRC and[Read More…]
Protecting South Sudan by pausing the handshake
By Kiden Stela Mandela Dear South Sudanese and the people in this great nation, In our beautiful culture, a greeting is never just a word. It is a connection. To shake hands, to grasp another’s hand firmly, is a compulsory mark of respect, warmth, and brotherhood. It is how we[Read More…]