By Hou Akot Hou Residents of Apirin Village in Ayien Boma, Turalei Payam of Twic County, Warrap State, South Sudan, are appealing for urgent health services, citing a lack of medical facilities in the area that has contributed to rising maternal deaths. The community says the absence of a nearby[Read More…]
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Aweil police launch a crackdown on drug dealers
By Hou Akot Hou Police in Northern Bahr El Ghazal State have launched a crackdown on drug dealers involved in the sale of substances such as tramadol and shisha in Aweil’s main markets. The operation began on Tuesday morning and is expected to continue throughout the week. Speaking to the[Read More…]
Juba deputy mayor warns against illegal garbage dumping
By Sabri Dibaco The Deputy Mayor for Environment at Juba City Council has warned that individuals caught illegally dumping garbage in the city will face arrest, saying indiscriminate waste disposal undermines efforts to keep the capital clean and healthy. Speaking during a community clean-up campaign in Nyakuron Residential Area, the[Read More…]
Health workers hailed for serving patients despite months without salaries
By Sabri Dibaco Health workers at Rumbek State Hospital have been praised for their unwavering commitment to saving lives despite going for months without receiving salaries and incentives. In a press statement, the hospital recognised the dedication of Doctors, Nurses, Midwives, laboratory professionals, Pharmacists, Cleaners, and support staff who continue[Read More…]
Health should be a priority, government should allocate more funds
A nation’s greatest asset is not its natural resources but the health of its people. For South Sudan, improving healthcare should be among the government’s highest priorities if the country is to achieve sustainable development, economic growth, and lasting peace. While progress has been made in expanding health services, many[Read More…]
A child died of a stray dog bite in Aweil North County
By Hou Akot Hou A 5-year-old boy died on July 30th while at home in the Riang-Anei neighbourhood in Gok-machar, Aweil North County, as a result of a rabid dog bite, which occurred unnoticed by his parents. Sultan Deng Ngong, the chief of the returnee community in Riang-Anei where returnees[Read More…]
Lack of a functional ambulance in Duk County puts lives at risk, official
By Louis Loku Health authorities in Duk County of Jonglei State have made an urgent appeal for a functional ambulance. The official warned that the breakdown of the county’s only emergency vehicle is delaying life-saving referrals and placing critically ill patients in grave danger. Speaking on Sunday, Duk County Health[Read More…]
Kabu South residents demand roads and a health centre
By Sabri Dibaco Residents of the Kabu South residential area in Juba County have appealed to the government to urgently improve road infrastructure, establish a health facility, build schools, and increase access to clean water, saying the lack of basic services continues to cost lives. The appeal was made during[Read More…]
Unity State government takes over health services at Bentiu IDP camp
By Sabri Dibaco The Unity State Government has officially assumed responsibility for health service delivery at the Bentiu Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) Camp following the handover of a health facility previously managed by the International Organisation for Migration (IOM). The transition was marked by a visit by Unity State Minister[Read More…]
Government urged to boost domestic health financing
By Sabri Dibaco The National Minister of Health, Luke Thompson Thoan, has called on government leadership and development stakeholders to increase investment in South Sudan’s health sector, stressing that stronger domestic financing is critical to building a resilient healthcare system and reducing reliance on humanitarian and donor support. Speaking during[Read More…]
Health authorities in Yei dismiss Ebola rumours after tests confirm stomach ulcers
By James Innocent Health authorities in Yei River County have dismissed growing public fears of a suspected Ebola case after laboratory tests confirmed that a patient who had been reported to be vomiting blood was instead suffering from severe stomach ulcers. The concerns emerged earlier this week when residents witnessed[Read More…]
South Sudan marks World Blood Donor Day 2026
By Sabri Dibaco South Sudan on Tuesday joined the rest of the world in commemorating World Blood Donor Day 2026, with senior government officials, health partners, students, and volunteers gathering to celebrate voluntary blood donation and renew commitments to strengthening the country’s blood transfusion services. Speaking during the celebrations in[Read More…]
Measles Kills 11 Children in Cueibet County
By Yang Ater Yang At least 11 children have died following a measles outbreak in Cueibet County of Lakes State, as health authorities confirm 145 cases recorded across four counties over the past three weeks. Health officials in Lakes State said the outbreak has affected Rumbek East, Cueibet, Yirol East,[Read More…]
Yei authorities set for Ebola preparedness initiatives
By James Innocent The Commissioner of Yei River County, Samuel Henry Malimbo, has called for stronger coordination among health partners and government institutions as efforts to enhance Ebola preparedness continue across the county. Speaking during a meeting with a UNICEF delegation, Malimbo commended the organisation for supporting local authorities in[Read More…]
MTN to repair the CT scan machine and will provide solar power to Juba Teaching Hospital
By Sabri Dibaco MTN South Sudan has launched its annual Yellow Care campaign in partnership with Juba Teaching Hospital, focusing on improving maternal and child healthcare services through technology and infrastructure support. The initiative runs from June 1 to June 21 under the theme “Expanding Equitable Healthcare for Communities.” Speaking[Read More…]
CES security committee to intensify patrols to address ambushes along roads
By Lodu William Odiya The committee additionally directed the state task force to intensify patrols along the Juba-Torit, Juba-Terekeka, and Juba-Rokon roads to protect travellers from ambushes and combat armed robberies along those roads. This followed an alleged attack carried out by elements of the SPLA/IO forces on the technical[Read More…]
Ebola task force stops lorry carrying 200 children, orders return to Koboko
By Jurugo Emmanuel Ogasto The Obongi District Ebola Task Force and District Security Committee on Sunday impounded a Fuso lorry carrying more than 200 children and 18 adults who were being transported from Koboko District to Adjumani District amid heightened Ebola surveillance measures. The operation was conducted at the Obongi[Read More…]
CES Minister of health Joyce Bakwa briefs nurses ahead of deployment
By Sabri Dibaco The Central Equatoria State Ministry of Health briefed a group of registered nurses ahead of their appointment and deployment to various state hospitals in Juba. The briefing, held at the State Ministry of Health, was led by State Minister of Health Joyce Bakwa Agole and the Ministry’s[Read More…]
MSF closes Lankien Hospital after bombardment and destruction
By Sabri Dibaco The international medical humanitarian organisation Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) has announced the permanent closure of its hospital in Lankien, Jonglei State. This followed a devastating aerial bombardment and subsequent looting that left the facility destroyed. According to an official statement by MSF, the hospital, which is one[Read More…]
Aweil Municipal Council officials join cleaners in “keep Aweil clean” campaign
By Hou Akot Hou Officials from the Aweil Municipal Council in Northern Bahr el Ghazal State on Friday joined community cleaners in a general cleaning exercise as part of the “Keep Aweil Clean” campaign in Aweil Town. The initiative aims to improve sanitation and reduce crime in the town, particularly[Read More…]