Deadly Pox Outbreak in Rumbek Prisons Sparks Health Emergency in Lakes State

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Lakes State  prison facilities in Lakes State has triggered a major public health emergency, as health authorities confirm that more than 130 inmates have been infected with monkeypox, chickenpox, and smallpox-like illnesses.  ‎ ‎The affected prisons, Rumbek Main Prison and Pachong Prison, are grappling with overcrowding and poor sanitation, making it difficult to contain the spread of the disease. ‎ ‎Since April 17, 2025, health officials have recorded 134 suspected cases, including two confirmed cases of monkey-pox. The situation has prompted urgent intervention from the Ministry of Health and its humanitarian partners Sparks Health Emergency in Lakes State ‎An outbreak of infectious diseases in two prison facilities in Lakes State has triggered a major public health emergency, as health authorities confirm that more than 130 inmates have been infected with monkeypox, chickenpox, and smallpox-like illnesses.  ‎The affected prisons, Rumbek Main Prison and Pachong Prison,...

Appreciate President Salva Kiir For Accepting The Revitalized Peace Agreement

 
South Sudanese are advised to appreciate President Kiir efforts for accepting peace with the opposition groups.


Yei River State  acting Governor was quoted saying that the president chose peaceful resolutions to the current ongoing civil war because he cares and love the people of South Sudan. 


The acting governor also applauded the efforts made by the opposition faction for working hand in hand with the government in order to bring peace.  
 
Furthermore he calls for full democratic election after the transitional period and asked both parties to restore permanent ceasefire.  

 
The acting governor was quoted at an event while addressing people at Yei freedom Square.
 
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