New Boreholes Bring Clean Water to Communities in Northern Bahr el Ghazal

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(Aweil) – Three new boreholes have been completed in Danyang, Kot Akec and War-Akiir by the ASK Foundation, delivering clean and safe water to communities that have long struggled with waterborne diseases, including cholera. The project marks major progress in efforts to improve public health and reduce the risk ofContinue Reading

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(Tore) – A severe water crisis is affecting thousands of residents in Tore Payam, located in Yei River County of Central Equatoria State, South Sudan. Most boreholes, once a vital source of clean drinking water, have broken down, forcing residents to rely on open wells and nearby streams and raisingContinue Reading

UNICEF Trains South Sudan Health Workers in Digital Mapping for Better Care

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(Juba) – Nearly 100 health professionals from 20 counties across four states in South Sudan have completed a specialized training in digital Geographic Information System (GIS) tools aimed at improving the country’s primary health care services. The training was supported by UNICEF South Sudan and funded by the Ministry ofContinue Reading

East African Health and Science Conference Underway in Juba City

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(Juba) – The East African Health and Science Conference is currently underway in Juba, bringing together healthcare professionals, researchers, policymakers, and regional experts from across East Africa to address pressing health priorities. The conference which runs until June 27, 2025 is being held under the theme, “Addressing Health Priorities andContinue Reading

Lainya County Receives Medical Supplies from South Sudanese in Australia

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(Lainya) – Authorities in Lainya County, Central Equatoria State, have confirmed the arrival of a donation of medical supplies from a South Sudanese national living in Australia, intended to support healthcare services in the area. The contribution comes at a time when health facilities in Lainya have been struggling withContinue Reading

Bentiu Floods and Cholera Crisis Get National and UN Attention

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(Bentiu) – A joint delegation of South Sudan’s national government officials and representatives from the United Nations visited Unity State on Tuesday, 24th June 2025, to assess the current flooding and cholera situation affecting communities across the region. The visit was hosted by the Governor of Unity State, H.E. JusticeContinue Reading

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(Juba) – The Government of South Sudan has launched an official investigation into reports of a rising number of birth defects, stillbirths, and miscarriages in areas where oil production is active. The Ministry of Petroleum announced that it is examining whether environmental pollution from oil operations could be contributing toContinue Reading