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,...

President Kiir Held Talks With Delegates From United Kingdom (UK)


President Salva Kiir Mayardit held talks this morning with a delegation from the United Kingdom.

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The delegation was led by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Andrew Stephenson on the peace process in South Sudan.

President Kiir discussed a wide range of issues seeking to bolster bilateral relations between South Sudan and the United Kingdom.

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Mr. Andrew reiterated the United Kingdoms commitment towards supporting the government and the people of South Sudan in achieving lasting peace and development for the country.

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