(JUBA) – Rising economic pressure, irregular salary payments, and sharp increases in market prices are driving a surge in both child and adult malnutrition in Juba, according to the head of the Nutrition Unit at Al Sabah Children’s Hospital. Betty Ashan Ochieng said the hospital is now receiving close toContinue Reading
(JUBA) – South Sudan has taken part in global and regional meetings aimed at improving food safety and strengthening consumer protection, with senior officials representing the country in Rome and Juba this week. The National Bureau of Standards said these engagements support national efforts to ensure that only safe andContinue Reading
(JUBA) – Al Sabah Children’s Hospital in Juba is experiencing a severe shortage of essential medicines as patient numbers continue to grow. Officials report that between 200 and 500 children now seek treatment daily, placing significant pressure on hospital resources. Executive Director Dr Justine Bruno Tongun described the situation as urgent.Continue Reading
(YEI COUNTY) – Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) has resumed its medical operations in Yei County, Central Equatoria State, after more than three months of suspension caused by insecurity. The return of the international medical aid organisation brings cautious relief to local communities who have struggled to access healthcare since August.Continue Reading
(BOR COUNTY) – A new solar powered water treatment plant was inaugurated in Bor today, bringing safe drinking water to over 96,000 residents and marking a major step forward in improving access to clean water in Jonglei State. The project was funded by the Kingdom of the Netherlands and theContinue Reading
(NIMULE) – The South Sudan National Bureau of Standards (SSNBS) has taken new steps to tighten border inspections and strengthen consumer protection following the rejection of unsafe food consignments at Nimule in Eastern Equatoria State and the conclusion of key food safety policy workshops in Juba. Two truckloads of foodContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The South Sudan National Bureau of Standards (SSNBS) has destroyed 866 bags of substandard rice at Rajaf Payam in Juba County, Central Equatoria State. The rice, each bag weighing 25 kilogrammes, was declared unfit for human consumption after failing to meet national quality standards at the Nimule BorderContinue Reading
(AWEIL NORTH COUNTY) – Authorities in Northern Bahr El Ghazal have launched a move to vaccinate more than 1,500 head of cattle in response to rising reports of animal deaths linked to preventable diseases. The Director General of the State Ministry of Animal Resources and Veterinary Services, Samuel Ajing Uguak,Continue Reading
(JUBA) – The Bank of South Sudan has held a health awareness session for its female employees as part of efforts to improve workplace wellness and staff retention. The talk which focused on women’s health was organised by the Directorate of Administration and Human Resources in cooperation with New SudanContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The Ministry of Health has approved plans to upgrade two maternity facilities in Warrap State following reports of rising health concerns among communities recovering from displacement and disease outbreaks. Health Minister Sarah Cleto Rial confirmed the move after meeting Warrap Governor Bol Wek Agoth in Juba. The governorContinue Reading
