By Lodu William Odiya Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) has resumed lifesaving and emergency healthcare services at its facility in Pieri, Jonglei State, following an assessment of the urgent medical needs of the local population. According to a statement from MSF’s press department, the organisation decided to resume its activities because[Read More…]
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HEALTH: Yambio Hospital treats nearly 200 patients daily
By Sabri Dibaco Health workers at Yambio State Hospital continue to provide essential medical services to nearly 200 patients daily despite shortages of essential medicines and delays in the payment of staff incentives. Speaking to the media in Yambio, the hospital’s medical director, Dr. Conte Samuel, said the facility[Read More…]
Governor Jadalla directs swift investigation of company over repackaging
By Lodu William Odiya The caretaker governor of Central Equatoria State has directed a swift investigation of Big Brothers General Trading and Investment Limited following numerous reports of repackaging expired goods. The Caretaker Governor of Central Equatoria State, Gen. Augustino Jadalla Kamilo Wani, today led an inspection visit to Big[Read More…]
Juba County arrests eight over alleged sale of expired maize flour
By Lodu William Odiya Juba County authorities have arrested eight suspects allegedly involved in repackaging expired maize flour for resale at H Brothers General Trading and Investment Company Limited. According to a statement from the office of the Juba County caretaker commissioner, the company, which operates a grinding mill factory,[Read More…]
Lakes State launches polio vaccination campaign targeting 367,774 children
By Yang Ater Yang The Lakes State Ministry of Health, in collaboration with the national Ministry of Health, UNICEF, the World Health Organisation (WHO), and other health partners, has launched a polio vaccination campaign targeting 367,774 children aged below five years across the state’s eight counties. The campaign, launched at[Read More…]
NATION TALK: Protect civilians to safeguard mental health during elections
As the country joins the rest of the world in commemorating World Mental Health Day on October 10, leaders are urged to prioritise civilian safety, prevent conflict, and promote peaceful coexistence to protect the mental well-being of citizens during the election period. Mental health refers to a person’s emotional, psychological,[Read More…]
HEALTH: Hepatitis E cases surge in Northern Bahr el Ghazal
By Hou Akot Hou Health authorities in Northern Bahr el Ghazal State are warning of a surge in Hepatitis E cases, with medics at Aweil Civil Hospital reporting an increasing number of patients seeking treatment. Health workers say young mothers, children, and elderly people are among those affected, with poor[Read More…]
Massive livestock vaccination drive begins in Northern Bahr el Ghazal
By Hou Akot Hou The Ministry of Animal Resources and Fisheries in Northern Bahr el Ghazal State has launched a livestock vaccination campaign aimed at preventing the spread of diseases, including anthrax and foot-and-mouth disease, among domestic animals. The week-long vaccination campaign is being conducted in Aweil Centre and Aweil[Read More…]
Labour Ministry pledges dialogue to resolve NSIF dispute
By Sabri Dibaco The Ministry of Labour has pledged to work with the National Social Insurance Fund (NSIF) and other stakeholders to address misunderstandings surrounding contributions and protect the interests of employees. The commitment was made by the newly appointed Under-Secretary of the Ministry of Labour, Deborah Akech Koucnin, during[Read More…]
South Sudan to strengthen coordination to invest in young children
By Lodu William Odiya South Sudan has launched a National Early Childhood Development Network to strengthen coordination and investment in young children. In a statement by the Save the Children press unit, the occasion brought together government officials, civil society, development partners, academia, and other stakeholders to strengthen coordination and[Read More…]
CES Health Ministry opens free Medical Camp, blood donation drive
By Sabri Dibaco The Central Equatoria State Ministry of Health has officially opened a two-day free medical camp and blood donation drive at Mahad Primary Health Care Centre (PHCC), aimed at bringing essential healthcare services closer to the local community. The medical outreach was organised by the Pharmaceutical Society of[Read More…]
HEALTH: Over 50 women receive fistula surgery as Juba Fistula Camp closes
By Sabri Dibaco Fifty-eight women affected by obstetric fistula have received surgical treatment during a fistula repair camp held in Juba, Amref Health Africa says. The camp ran from August 25 to September 7 and brought together medical teams, the Ministry of Health, Juba Teaching Hospital, Amref Health Africa, and[Read More…]
Health authorities assess Ebola preparedness in Yei
By James Innocent Senior officials from South Sudan’s national Ministry of Health and the World Health Organisation (WHO) have visited Yei River County to assess Ebola preparedness, surveillance, and prevention measures in the county. The delegation’s visit follows an earlier security assessment conducted ahead of field visits to Ebola preparedness[Read More…]
Over 50 fistula patients discharged in Rumbek
By Yang Ater Yang At least 51 women have successfully undergone surgery for obstetric fistula and have been discharged from Kiir Mayardit Women’s Hospital in Rumbek, Lakes State, following treatment and recovery guidance from health workers. The fistula treatment was conducted by the Lakes State Ministry of Health in partnership[Read More…]
South Sudan, Uganda sign MoU on cross-border health security
By Lodu William Odiya The Ministries of Health of South Sudan and Uganda have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen cross-border collaboration on health security and improve the protection of communities in the two neighboring countries. The agreement is aimed at enhancing cooperation in disease surveillance, preparedness, and[Read More…]
CES Health Minister reaffirms supports for health partners
By Innocent Bidal Emmanuel The Central Equatoria State Minister of Health, Joyce Bakwa Agole, has reaffirmed the state ministry of health’s commitment to supporting health partners. These remarks followed a delegation from the Core Group Partners Project, led by Global Project Director Dr. Hibret Tuahunthe, who paid a courtesy visit[Read More…]
Ministry of Health in Aweil distributes Anti-Venom consignment across the state
By Hou AKot Hou Northern Bahr El Ghazal’s State Ministry of Health, in collaboration with international partners such as the World Health Organisation, has begun distributing antivenom vaccines to the five counties of the Northern Bahr El Ghazal state. According to the health education focal point in Aweil State Hospital,[Read More…]
UNDP eliminates 2 million dollars burden in medical stores rent by erecting one in Juba
By Innocent Bidal Emmanuel The newly inaugurated Central Medical Store, erected by the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), is set to eliminate recurrent skyrocketing costs of renting private warehouses. Mohamed Abchir, the country’s resident representative for UNDP, said expanding public storage facilities would[Read More…]
EES government dismisses claims of denied medical care to Ex-Mayor
By Ijoo Bosco The Eastern Equatoria State government has dismissed allegations that former Kapoeta town mayor, Elia Lokuda, was denied medical treatment while in prison custody. State Minister of Information and Communication, Elia John Ahaji, described the reports circulating on social media as false, misleading, and fabricated. The denial follows[Read More…]
UN officials assess Ebola preparedness and security situation in Yei
By James Innocent Humanitarian officials have met with the Commissioner of Yei River County, Samuel Henry Malimbo, as part of a one-day mission to assess the humanitarian, security, and Ebola preparedness situation in the county. The delegation, led by Rahamathan BalaKrishnan, Deputy Special Representative of the Secretary-General, UN Resident Coordinator[Read More…]