Fear and Hope in Juba: 623 Arrested in Battle Against Gang Violence

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‎ ‎Central Equatoria State (CES) security forces have arrested 623 individuals suspected of affiliation with notorious street gangs in Juba as part of a sweeping anti-crime operation across the capital . ‎ ‎The suspects are allegedly linked to high-profile gangs such as 4SG Slime, West Coast, ODA, Killers Gang, Black Devils, among others. ‎ ‎While detailed profiles of the detainees remain pending, officials emphasize the operation is in direct response to a recent surge in heinous criminal activity including a particularly disturbing gang rape in the Shirikat area of Juba, which sparked national outrage and hastened the crackdown.  ‎ ‎In the wake of the arrests, CES Governor Rabi Emmanuel Mujung has renewed calls for reformatory schools aimed at providing vocational training and rehabilitation for youth implicated in gang activities. ‎ ‎This includes proposals for a holistic strategy pairing enforcement with social and mental health support a key element raised during recent securi...

President Kiir Commits To Eradicating Malaria In South Sudan

 





President Kiir today met with national health minister Hon. Yolanda Awel Deng to sign Malaria campaign officially in south Sudan. 

The initiative was spear headed by the Ministry of Heath and the stake holders last year November. 

President Kiir commitment to end Malaria related deaths, the president signed on the campaign banner under the theme: "Zero Malaria In South Sudan Starts With Me" 

The campaign will be targeting vulnerable civilians, children under the age of 5, pregnant woman and the elderly as well. 

On another note the National Health Minister Hon. Yolanda noted the drop in COVID-19  related cases. She also encourages the public to seek vaccination for those not vaccinated. 

The Health Minister who is also the Chairperson of  Africa Ebola Task Force and Emergency Preparedness assured the nation that the Ministry and the government is well equipped to prevent Ebola outbreak. 

Additionally, the Minister briefed the President on the general health situation in the Country including her recent visit to several States for a feasibility study and assessment of primary health care facilities that were destroyed by floods. She also noted the impact created by the withdrawal of Health Pooled Fund( International partner that was providing services to citizens since 2011).

PAY ATTENTION: Malaria is endemic across South Sudan. It is the leading cause of morbidity and mortality by a significant margin, placing 100% of the population at risk.


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